Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla said opportunities for young people were greater than ever before and urged graduating students to combine knowledge with strong moral values to become responsible leaders and contribute meaningfully to the country’s development.Addressing the graduation ceremony at Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology (CBIT) here on Wednesday, Mr. Shukla said the youth were empowered by knowledge, adding that honesty and integrity were the greatest strengths a young professional could possess.Principal C.V. Narasimhulu highlighted the institution’s commitment to excellence in technical education, research, industry collaboration, and holistic student development. He urged them to uphold professional ethics, pursue lifelong learning, and remain socially responsible.NITI Aayog Member Vijay Kumar Saraswat called upon the students to pursue research, innovation and entrepreneurship while contributing to India’s vision of becoming a global leader in science and technology.Degrees were conferred on eligible students from various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes during the ceremony. Gold medals and academic awards were presented to meritorious students in recognition of their outstanding academic achievements. Published - July 08, 2026 08:41 pm IST