President of India Graces Combined Convocation Ceremony of NIFT in New Delhi

The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), under the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, marked a significant milestone in the lives of its graduating students with the Combined Convocation 2026 in New Delhi on 31 August 2026. The ceremony brought together graduates from 18 NIFT campuses across the country, turning the occasion into a collective celebration of academic accomplishment, creative endeavours and the journey from learning to professional life.

The ceremony was graced by the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, Visitor of NIFT, as the Chief Guest. Union Minister of Textiles Shri Giriraj Singh Secretary , Textiles Smt Neelam Shami Rao , DG,NIFT Smt Tanu Kashyap, distinguished dignitaries, members of the Board of Governors, senior officials, faculty members, PhD scholars and graduating students attended the event.

Speaking on the occasion, the President said that the textile and apparel sector is not just a part of our cultural heritage, but it has also been the backbone of the livelihoods of millions of people. If the traditional artisans receive the support and guidance, it will encourage their next generations to remain engaged in this profession with pride and confidence. She was happy to note that various NIFT centres have implemented programmes like the 'Craft Cluster Initiative' to acquaint weavers and artisans in their respective regions with modern techniques in the textile and apparel sector and to connect them with markets. The President said that today, our country is expanding its role on the global stage with far greater confidence than ever before. Fashion Technology is also a field with immense potential to enhance India’s global footprint. She urged graduating students to seize this opportunity. She said that in this endeavour, students should maintain a global outlook while remaining firmly connected to their roots and the core values of our culture. By doing so, they will not only become successful professionals but also contribute to the preservation and enrichment of India’s cultural heritage.