The first Convocation ceremony of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya National Institute for Persons with Physical Disabilities, New Delhi, took place on 22nd December 2023. Km. Pratima Bhoumik, Minister of State, Social Justice and Empowerment, was the Chief Guest, and Shri Vineet Singhal, Director (NIs) DEPwD, presided over the event.
The ceremony commenced with the National Anthem and the lighting of the ceremonial lamp. The Minister congratulated the 2023 graduates, emphasizing the success of a majority of female graduates and highlighting the Prime Minister’s vision for educating and empowering girls for India’s progress. She acknowledged the diverse presence of students from across the nation, emphasizing unity in diversity. The Minister urged the graduates to uphold selfless and honest practices to strengthen the nation.
The Director outlined future plans for the institute during the inaugural address.