Vice President graces the 15th Graduation Ceremony of the NISER

The Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan, today addressed the 15th Graduation Ceremony of the National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Bhubaneswar, and urged young scientists to leverage science and innovation for nation-building while upholding the highest standards of integrity and social responsibility.

Describing NISER as an institution that embodies India’s aspirations in science, innovation and intellectual leadership, Shri C.P.Radhakrishnan said that institutions devoted to fundamental sciences are vital for strengthening the knowledge economy, technological advancement, national security and sustainable development. He noted that NISER has emerged as a premier centre for scientific education and research and has made significant contributions to building a highly skilled scientific workforce for the country.

he ceremony was attended by the Governor of Odisha, Shri Hari Babu Kambhampati; the Chief Minister of Odisha, Mohan Charan Majhi; Union Minister of Education, Dharmendra Pradhan; Union MoS(Ind. Charge)Science & Technology; Earth Sciences;MoS PMO,PP/ DoPT,Atomic Energy,Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh; Secretary, Department of Atomic Energy and Chairman, NISER, Dr. Ajit Kumar Mohanty; Director and Chairman, Academic Council, NISER, Prof. H. N. Ghosh; senior officials, faculty members, graduating students, parents and distinguished guests.(UPDATED ON 9TH JULY 2026)