Shri Ram Group of Colleges organized the ‘Medhavi Samman Samaroh-2026’ (Merit Felicitation Ceremony) as a grand and dignified celebration of education, talent, and youth power. On this occasion, meritorious students who secured the first, second, and third positions in Class 12 from various schools in the Muzaffarnagar district and surrounding areas were felicitated. The enthusiastic presence of students, parents, teachers, and distinguished guests made the event highly inspiring, memorable, and successful.
The program commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by the Hon’ble Minister of Skill Development and Vocational Education, Government of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Kapil Dev Agarwal (Chief Guest); Dr. S.C. Kulshreshtha (Program President and Chairman, Shri Ram Group of Colleges); Shri Shubh Kulshreshtha and Shri Shaurya Kulshreshtha (Trustees, Shri Ram Charitable Trust); Dr. Prerna Mittal (Principal, Shri Ram College); Dr. Ashwani Kumar Vashishtha (Director, Shri Ram College of Engineering); Dr. Vineet Kumar Sharma (Dean Academics, Shri Ram College); and Dr. Suchitra Tyagi (Dean, Shri Ram College of Engineering).
The event began with a captivating ‘Shri Ganesh Vandana’ performed by the students of Shri Ram Group of Colleges. Subsequently, the students mesmerized the audience by impressively showcasing their talent, discipline, creativity, and cultural awareness through engaging cultural presentations and dance performances. Speaking on the occasion while honoring the meritorious students, Chief Guest Hon’ble Shri Kapil Dev Agarwal remarked that India's greatest strength lies in its youth population. The present era is defined by skills, technical proficiency, and innovation; therefore, youth should attach equal importance to employment-oriented and technical education alongside traditional academics. He urged students to transform their dreams into ambitious goals and play an active role in nation-building. He remarked that the future belongs to those young people who move forward by integrating knowledge, skills, and technology.
Dr. S.C. Kulshreshtha, the event's presiding officer and Chairman of the Shri Ram Group of Colleges, stated that education is not merely a means to achieve excellent grades but a continuous process of personality building, the development of moral values, and the understanding of social responsibilities. He inspired students to embrace discipline, hard work, positive thinking, and a mindset of lifelong learning, noting that these qualities would ensure lasting success in life.
Addressing the students on this occasion, Trustee Shri Shubh Kulshreshtha remarked that today's youth should not simply wait for opportunities but should learn to create them. He encouraged students to venture into emerging fields such as startups, research, artificial intelligence, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
Young entrepreneur Shri Shaurya Kulshreshtha observed that in a rapidly changing world, success comes to those who maintain a curiosity to learn and possess the courage to turn challenges into opportunities. He urged students to become creators of innovation rather than mere users of technology.
Dr. Arif, a management consultant and senior member of the management board—who was a special guest at the event—stated that in today's competitive era, success is achieved not just through academic accomplishments but through leadership capabilities, communication skills, time management, and a positive attitude. Advising students to set clear goals and commit to continuous learning and self-development, he remarked that the youth who never stop learning are the ones who lead the future.
The event was anchored impressively and professionally by SRGC Student Ambassadors Ms. Hurain Khan and Ms. Simran Verma, who conducted the proceedings with great confidence. Both students elevated the event to new heights through their excellent communication skills, stage presence, and impactful presentation. Addressing the students on this occasion, Dr. Ashwani Kumar Vashishth, Director of Shri Ram College of Engineering and the program coordinator, stated that the future belongs to fields such as Artificial Intelligence, cybersecurity, data science, robotics, emerging technologies, and entrepreneurship. He emphasized that students should not limit themselves merely to obtaining a degree; instead, they must cultivate technical proficiency, a spirit of innovation, and industry-oriented skills. He remarked that today's meritorious students will become the scientists, engineers, researchers, managers, and nation-builders of tomorrow. He further added that the Shri Ram Group of Colleges is continuously striving to provide quality education and foster skill development and innovation, while preparing students to meet the demands of the industry.
Shri Ram College Principal Dr. Prerna Mittal stated that honoring bright students creates a positive environment for education in society. She urged students to utilize their knowledge and talents for the development of society and the nation, emphasizing the importance of education.