IIT Roorkee convocation 2026 featured Chief of Defence Staff General N.S. Raja Subramani addressing graduating students about technological change, adaptability and the need to develop resilient systems. He described the changing global environment through the acronym DHARA, representing Disruptive, Hyperconnectedness, Asymmetry, Realignment and Autonomy. Subramani said rapid technological advances require young engineers and technologists to continuously learn, unlearn, relearn and adapt. He also highlighted vulnerabilities created by interconnected financial systems, airlines, networks and energy infrastructure, urging graduates to focus on resilience while developing technologies. During the two-day convocation, 2,701 students received their degrees. National Security Advisor Ajit Doval attended the ceremony as chief guest, while General Subramani was the guest of honour. Doval also spoke about the opportunities available to the graduating generation. The event highlighted technology, continuous learning, innovation and responsibility as important themes for students entering professional careers.
IIT Roorkee Convocation 2026: CDS Highlights Future Skills
