Tue Feb 24 13:45:06 UTC 2026: ### Headline: Gulbarga University Celebrates 43rd Convocation, Conferred Honorary Doctorates

The Story: Gulbarga University held its 43rd annual convocation on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Bhavan on the university campus. The ceremony saw the conferral of honorary doctorates upon three distinguished individuals: former Minister P.G.R. Sindhia for his contributions to social and political spheres, former Minister Murugesh Nirani for his social service, and social activist Kedarlingayya Hiremath for his service to society. Governor and Chancellor Thaawar Chand Gehlot presented the degrees.

A total of 19,133 candidates were awarded degrees, including 15,504 undergraduate, 3,462 postgraduate, 44 PG diplomas, and 123 Ph.D degrees. A significant number of gold medals, 172, were awarded to 77 students, with women significantly outnumbering men.

Key Points:

  • The 43rd annual convocation of Gulbarga University took place on February 24, 2026.
  • Honorary doctorates were conferred upon P.G.R. Sindhia, Murugesh Nirani, and Kedarlingayya Hiremath.
  • Thaawar Chand Gehlot, Governor and Chancellor, presented the honorary degrees.
  • 172 gold medals were awarded to 77 students, with 58 women and 19 men receiving medals.
  • Channamma of the Kannada Studies Institute topped the list with 11 gold medals.
  • A total of 19,133 degrees were awarded.

Key Takeaways:

  • Gulbarga University continues to recognize and reward excellence in various fields.
  • The convocation highlights the university’s commitment to academic achievement and social contribution.
  • The significant number of female gold medalists underscores the increasing role and success of women in higher education.

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