Vizianagaram, Jun 30: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday attended the first convocation ceremony of the Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh (CTUAP) in Vizianagaram, held in the presence of President Droupadi Murmu, Governor S. Abdul Nazeer, and State Ministers.

Honoured to attend the First Convocation of the Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh in the august presence of Hon'ble President of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu Ji (@rashtrapatibhvn), Hon'ble Governor of Andhra Pradesh Shri S. Abdul Nazeer Ji (@governorap), Hon'ble Minister… pic.twitter.com/LQOqag9LeF

— Dharmendra Pradhan (@dpradhanbjp) June 30, 2026

In a post on X, Pradhan described the occasion as “especially meaningful,” recalling his presence at the foundation stone-laying ceremony of the university’s permanent campus in 2023. He said witnessing the first graduating cohort receiving their degrees was a testament to the institution’s remarkable journey and promise.

Pradhan highlighted that CTUAP embodies the spirit of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 by preserving India’s tribal knowledge traditions while preparing students for the future. He congratulated the graduating students, urging them to strive for excellence and contribute to the vision of Viksit Bharat envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The convocation was attended by key dignitaries, including Andhra Pradesh’s Minister for Human Resource Development Nara Lokesh, Minister for Women, Child and Tribal Welfare G. Sandhya Rani, Chancellor Madan Lal Meena, and Vice Chancellor Prof. T. Srinivasan.

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Pradhan emphasized that the university’s mission is not only academic but also cultural, serving as a hub for tribal knowledge systems and modern education. He noted that CTUAP’s efforts align with the national goal of inclusive growth, empowering tribal youth with skills and confidence to contribute meaningfully to society.

The Education Minister expressed best wishes to the CTUAP fraternity for its continued journey of excellence, underscoring the importance of integrating traditional wisdom with modern learning to build a stronger, equitable India.