Delhi University represents India in all its richness and diversity: President Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu was speaking at Delhi University's 99th convocation

Delhi University represents India in all its richness and diversity, President Droupadi Murmu said on February 25, adding that there is a bit of the institution in every area of excellence in the country and abroad.

Speaking at the University's 99th convocation, Ms. Murmu noted that the number of girls receiving awards at the function was more than boys this year which depicts the picture of a 'developed India'.

A total of 170 students, including 51 boys and 119 girls, were awarded medals and prizes at the function.

Digital degrees to 1,57,290 undergraduate and postgraduate students were awarded on this occasion, which include 54.7% girls and 45.3% boys.

"The University of Delhi represents India in all its richness and diversity, and it can be said that there is a bit of the varsity in every area of excellence in India and abroad. The list of illustrious alumni of the university is really long and formidable," the President noted.

She also handed over awards to top seven students of the university.

"It is a matter of pride that three of the awardees are physically challenged. This is the result of their strength and hardwork. I want to convey special congratulations to them," she said.