LIVE: Doval, Harish Salve Address Students at IIT Roorkee
DIGITAl DESK | National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and senior advocate Harish Salve interacted with students during the convocation ceremony at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee on September 19, 2026. Doval attended the ceremony as the chief guest, while Salve also addressed the graduating students.
Addressing the students, Doval described the graduating generation as having access to unprecedented opportunities compared with earlier generations. He highlighted the growing importance of technology in shaping the future of countries and societies.
Doval also spoke about his early career in the intelligence service and recalled an experience from his posting in Sikkim. He used the episode to discuss professional challenges and the uncertainties that can arise during demanding assignments.
Harish Salve, who is associated with IIT Roorkee as Chairman of its Board of Governors, spoke about changes in the global order and the responsibilities facing young graduates. He urged students to recognise the importance of freedom and democracy and discussed the challenges involved in a rapidly changing world.
The two-day convocation is being held on September 19 and 20, with degrees being awarded to 2,701 students. The first day focuses on undergraduate students and features Doval as the chief guest, while Chief of Defence Staff General N. S. Raja Subramani is the guest of honour.
The interaction gave graduating students an opportunity to hear from figures associated with national security and law as they prepare to begin their professional careers. The discussions focused on technology, changing global circumstances, public responsibilities and the opportunities available to the younger generation.
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