SAFI Institute Meets Core Benchmarks For Private University Status: Minister Roji M John At Convocation
Vazhayur, Malappuram: A total of 536 undergraduate and postgraduate students were awarded their degrees at the annual convocation of the SAFI Institute of Advanced Study (Autonomous) in Vazhayur. Dressed in ceremonial gowns, graduates from diverse disciplines—including Biotechnology, Commerce, Management, Computer Applications, Islamic Studies, English, and Mass Communication, among other disciplines—gathered alongside faculty, distinguished guests, and parents to celebrate their academic achievements.
The ceremony commenced with a grand academic procession led by management officials and department heads. Deliveries began with a welcome address by Mr. Mehaboob, General Secretary of SAFI, followed by the presidential address from SAFI Chairman, Mr. C.H. Abdul Raheem. Highlighting key institutional milestones—including SAFI’s NAAC A++ accreditation and autonomous status—Mr. Raheem commended the graduating batch for their academic excellence, reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to research-driven, socially responsible education, and acknowledged the invaluable contributions of the institute’s trustees.
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Delivering the inaugural address, Chief Guest Mr. Roji M. John, Minister for Higher Education and Social Justice (Government of Keralam), urged the new graduates to embrace lifelong learning and stay adaptable in a rapidly shifting global workforce. Emphasizing innovation and critical resilience, Mr. John recalled a foundational lesson from his student days: “If politics decides your future, you should decide what your politics should be.” Translating that principle to contemporary times, he cautioned against becoming passive consumers of modern tools, stating that students must actively decide how technology shapes their lives.
Concluding his address, Mr. John commended SAFI for balancing skill-based training with rigorous academic research, and stated that SAFI has all the qualities necessary to become a private university. He noted that while short-term skill programs offer quick job pathways, cultivating a robust culture of indigenous research and knowledge production remains vital for Kerala’s growth.
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Highlighting that thousands of Kerala students still seek higher education outside the state and abroad, he emphasized the urgent need to expand world-class academic institutions within Kerala itself.
In his special address, Mr. T.P. Ashraf Ali, MLA (Kondotty), advised the graduating cohort to prepare for an evolving job market by constantly refining their communication, personality, and unique personal strengths to stand out in their professional careers.
Following the guest addresses, Principal Prof. E.P. Imbichikoya presented the Institute’s Annual Progress Report, detailing recent academic accomplishments and institutional developments.
The event progressed to the administration of the Graduation Pledge, formal vote of thanks, and the conferral of degrees, alongside special recognitions for university rank holders and top academic achievers. The high turnout of proud parents and families added a deeply emotional and celebratory touch to the landmark occasion.
