28-03-2026 :Governor attended the third convocation ceremony of Veer Chandra Singh Garhwali University of Horticulture and Forestry, Bharsar, Pauri Garhwal.
Lok Bhavan Uttarakhand-Information Wing
Press Note
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Lok Bhavan Dehradun 28 March, 2026
The Governor, Lieutenant General Gurmit Singh (Retd), attended the third convocation ceremony of Veer Chandra Singh Garhwali University of Horticulture and Forestry, Bharsar, Pauri Garhwal. The ceremony commenced with the traditional lighting of the lamp.
On this occasion, degrees were conferred upon 283 students across agriculture, horticulture, and forestry disciplines, including undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD programs.
Earlier, the Governor paid floral tribute at the statue of Veer Chandra Singh Garhwali in the university campus. He also inaugurated the assembly hall, e-governance portal, and e-filing digitization module. Additionally, he laid the foundation stone for administrative and academic buildings as well as a transit hostel, and inaugurated a multipurpose building.
During the convocation, the Governor awarded gold medals to Sakshi Verma, Pradeep Kumar, Sanjana Bisht, Maitreya Nautiyal, and Yukta Lohani in BSc (Hons). Silver medals were conferred upon Ishita Negi, Savera Panwar, Shweta Semwal, and Suharshita Bahuguna.
Addressing the students, the Governor stated that a convocation is not merely about receiving a degree, but marks the beginning of new responsibilities in life. He congratulated the students and described their achievements as the result of dedication, discipline, and hard work.
He emphasized that agriculture, horticulture, and forestry are vital for a mountainous state like Uttarakhand, and adopting innovation and modern technology in these sectors is essential. He urged students to apply their knowledge for societal and national development and to transform the challenges of hill regions into opportunities.
The Governor appreciated the university’s efforts and stressed the importance of transferring research outcomes to farmers. He congratulated the medal winners and encouraged all students to move forward with integrity, ethics, and a spirit of service.
On this occasion, Padma Shri awardee agricultural scientist Dr. P.L. Gautam and progressive farmer Prem Chand Sharma were honored with shawls and mementos.
The Governor and other dignitaries also released the university souvenir, coffee table book, Vision Document 2027, and proceedings of the 14th brainstorming session.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, addressing virtually, congratulated the graduates and highlighted that the university fosters a strong environment of innovation. He stated that agriculture, horticulture, and forestry are not only drivers of economic growth but also integral to cultural heritage and environmental identity. He encouraged students to contribute their knowledge towards the welfare of the state and the nation.
Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Ganesh Joshi also congratulated the graduates and appreciated the university’s academic excellence and innovation. He noted that despite a reduction in agricultural land area, production has increased significantly. He also acknowledged the global recognition of Uttarakhand’s high-quality millets and credited national initiatives for their promotion.
Vice Chancellor Prof. Parvinder Kaushal, in his address, highlighted the university’s achievements in education, research, and innovation. He reiterated the institution’s commitment to enhancing farmers’ income, promoting advanced technologies, and strengthening hill agriculture.
The event was attended by Dean Dr. A.K. Joshi, Registrar Dr. S.P. Sati, Director Research K.S. Pant, DFO Mahatim Yadav, Joint Magistrate Dikshita Joshi, Additional Superintendent of Police Manoj Kumar Thakur, faculty members, and students.
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