Mangaluru: Nitte deemed to be University hosts 15th Annual Convocation at KSHEMA Campus

Mangalore Today News Network

Mangaluru, November 08, 2025: Nitte (Deemed to be University) hosted its fifteenth annual convocation for its graduates at the Nitte Grounds, KSHEMA Campus, Deralakatte, Mangaluru on 7th November 2025.

The Convocation address was delivered by Prof. Dr. Srinath Reddy K., Honorary Distinguished Professor and Goodwill Ambassador of the Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI) for Public Health Partnerships, and Former Head of the Department of Cardiology, AIIMS, New Delhi. At this convocation, Nitte (Deemed to be University) conferred the ‘Doctor of Science’ (D.Sc.) Honoris Causa posthumously on Late Dr. Madhukar Shantharam Kekre, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to medical education, research, and institutional development.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

At the Convocation degrees were conferred under the faculties of Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Allied Health Sciences, Humanities, Biological Sciences, Architecture, Speech & Hearing and Hospitality Management.

The event was graced by Prof. Dr. M. Shantharam Shetty, Pro-Chancellor (Hospital Management); Sri Vishal Hegde, Pro-Chancellor (Administration); and Prof. Dr. M. S. Moodithaya, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, who will deliver the welcome address. Senior University officials - Dr. Harsha Halahalli, Registrar; Prof. Dr. Prasad B. Shetty, Controller of Examinations; Dr. Subramanya Bhat, Controller of Examinations (Nitte Campus); the Heads of the Constituent Colleges; and Members of the Executive Council and Academic Council.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

About Nitte (Deemed to be University):

Established in 2008, Nitte (Deemed to be University) is part of the Nitte Education Trust. The University has been accredited with an ‘A+’ Grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and ranked 80th among more than 1,100 universities in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF). It is also placed in the 1201–1500 band in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings and recognized among the top 300 universities globally in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings.

Nitte DU offers over 160 programs across disciplines such as Health Sciences, Biological Sciences, Communication Studies, Architecture and Design, Engineering, Business, Hospitality, Commerce and Management, and Fashion Technology. These include undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, attracting students from across India and several international destinations.

A distinctive feature of Nitte DU is its extensive network of 22 rural health centres and two rural hospitals, which provide free healthcare services across four districts. Each year, more than two lakh people benefit from these outreach initiatives, reflecting the University’s deep commitment to social empowerment and its emphasis on community-based learning for students.

Nitte DU is part of the renowned Nitte Group of Institutions, founded by Late Justice K. S. Hegde, former Judge of the Supreme Court of India and former Speaker of the Lok Sabha. The Nitte Education Trust manages 36 institutions across three campuses in Nitte, Mangaluru, and Bengaluru, with nearly 25,000 students enrolled.