NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday travelled by the Delhi Metro to reach Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), where he is scheduled to participate in the prestigious institution’s centenary celebrations.
PM Modi took the metro ahead of the event and is expected to join the celebrations at 7 pm, marking 100 years of one of Delhi University’s most renowned colleges.
Ahead of the programme, the Prime Minister highlighted SRCC’s contribution to education and institution-building, praising its long-standing record of academic excellence.
“Soon, at 7 PM, I will be at the esteemed Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) of Delhi University to partake in its centenary celebrations,” PM Modi said.
He added that the institution has consistently achieved excellence through its academic achievements, institution-building efforts and its contribution to shaping generations of business leaders and public figures.
According to an official statement, Shri Ram College of Commerce is among India’s leading higher education institutions, with a strong reputation in Commerce, Economics and Management.
The centenary celebrations mark a major milestone in the college’s history. Over the past 100 years, SRCC has emerged as a prominent centre of higher education and has produced generations of students who have gone on to make significant contributions to business, public service and society.
PM Modi’s metro journey also drew attention ahead of the high-profile event, as the Prime Minister made his way to the college through Delhi’s public transport network.
The centenary programme is expected to celebrate SRCC’s rich academic legacy while highlighting its continuing role in preparing students for leadership in business, economics, public administration and other fields.
As SRCC completes a century, the celebrations will serve as an occasion to reflect on the institution’s contribution to Indian education and its influence on generations of students and professionals.
