VP Radhakrishnan

May 22, 2026 7:07 PM

Vice President releases book on P.N. Panicker, stresses need to rebuild reading habits

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Friday expressed concern over the declining reading habits among youngsters and called for a revival of the culture of reading and deep learning in society. Releasing the book The Library Man of India: The Story of P.N. Panicker authored by P. P. Sathyan at Uprashtrapati Bhavan, the Vice President paid tribute to P. N. Panicker, describing him as a visionary who transformed millions of lives through the power of books and knowledge. He said Panicker believ...

May 13, 2026 1:02 AM

AIIMS now establishing global standards in medical education: Vice President

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Tuesday said that All India Institute of Medical Sciences is no longer merely chasing international benchmarks in healthcare and medical education, but is now establishing them globally. Addressing the 51st Convocation Ceremony of AIIMS New Delhi at Bharat Mandapam, the Vice President said the institute has emerged as India’s primary engine of medical innovation and healthcare excellence while continuing to offer affordable treatment to common people. He ...

May 4, 2026 9:46 AM

PM Modi wishes Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan on his birthday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended warm birthday greetings to Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan, lauding his contributions to parliamentary functioning and his commitment to democratic values. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Warm birthday greetings to Vice President Thiru CP Radhakrishnan Ji. He is making numerous efforts to strengthen our collective dream of building a Viksit Bharat. His consistent efforts to enhance the productivity and effectiveness of our Parliamentary proceedi...

April 27, 2026 9:52 PM

Vice President Radhakrishnan hails Andhra University’s legacy at centenary celebrations

Vice President India C. P. Radhakrishnan on Monday described Andhra University as a “melting pot of ideas and leadership” while addressing its centenary celebrations in Visakhapatnam. Speaking at the event, VP Radhakrishnan said the university has played a pivotal role in shaping generations of students over the past 100 years and contributing significantly to nation-building. He noted that the institution has not only witnessed history but actively participated in shaping it. Recalling th...

April 21, 2026 4:46 PM

‘With great power comes great responsibility’: Vice President Radhakrishnan urges civil servants to uphold integrity and innovation

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Tuesday called upon civil servants to uphold the highest standards of integrity, innovation, and public service, stating that “with great power comes great responsibility,” while addressing the 18th Civil Services Day celebrations at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi. Extending his greetings to serving and retired officers, the Vice President recalled how Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel had described civil servants as the “steel frame of India” in 1947. He noted ...

April 21, 2026 10:40 AM

Vice President Radhakrishnan to address Civil Services Day event today

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan will address the 18th Civil Services Day event today at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi. The event, organised by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances under the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, will bring together senior government officials from across the country to reflect on governance and public service. The Civil Services Day is observed annually as an occasion for the Civil Servants across India to rededicate t...

April 15, 2026 3:55 PM

Vice President Radhakrishnan calls for harnessing AI for inclusive governance at IIPA lecture

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Wednesday underscored the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in governance, describing it as a powerful tool to build an inclusive, efficient and future-ready India. Delivering the 5th Dr. Rajendra Prasad Memorial Lecture on “AI for Good Governance” at the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA) during its 72nd Founders’ Day celebrations, V-P Radhakrishnan said, “Artificial Intelligence is empowering governments to ser...

April 14, 2026 12:14 PM

PM Modi, VP Radhakrishnan, Kharge Pay Tribute to Babasaheb Ambedkar

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday paid floral tributes to Bharat Ratna Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar at the Parliament complex on the occasion of his birth anniversary. Several other leaders, including Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs Arjun Ram Meghwal, Rajya Sabha member Ramdas Athawale and Congress lea...

April 9, 2026 7:18 PM

‘Watan Ko Jano’ programme: J&K youth delegation meets Vice President Radhakrishnan

A 250-member youth delegation from Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday called on Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan at Uprashtrapati Bhavan. The delegation is part of the ‘Watan Ko Jano’ initiative, a programme organised by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir administration, aimed at enabling young people from the region to explore different parts of the country and strengthen their sense of national identity. Interacting with the students, the Vice Pre...

April 7, 2026 5:54 PM

Vice President Radhakrishnan addresses IGNOU’s 39th convocation; over 3.2 lakh learners awarded degrees

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Tuesday addressed the 39th Convocation of Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) in New Delhi, where more than 3.2 lakh learners were conferred degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Describing IGNOU as a cornerstone of inclusive and accessible higher education, the Vice President highlighted its vast reach, noting that the university currently has over 14 lakh learners. He pointed out that 56 per cent of them are women, while 58 per cent come from ru...