22 November, 2025 – Prasanthi Nilayam, Andhra Pradesh, India:

Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL), a Deemed to be University, held its 44th Annual Convocation on 22 November 2025 at 4 p.m. at the Poornachandra Auditorium, Prasanthi Nilayam, Andhra Pradesh, in the Divine Presence. This year’s Convocation holds special significance as it coincides with the Centenary Year of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba and forms an integral part of the ongoing Centenary Celebrations at Prasanthi Nilayam

SSSIHL was privileged to have Hon’ble Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan as the Chief Guest for the event and Sri N. Chandrababu Naidu, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh as the Guest of Honour. Additionally, the event was graced by Sri Nara Lokesh, Hon’ble Minister for Human Resources, IT & Electronics, and Real-Time Governance, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh.

In keeping with tradition, the ceremonial procession—led by the Institute brass band and the Registrar bearing the mace and the Institute insignia—featured the Chief Guest, Guest of Honour, Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, Registrar, Controller of Examinations, Deans, and members of the SSSIHL Public Charitable Trust, Executive Council, Academic Council, and Finance Committee, as they proceeded towards the dais at the Poornachandra Auditorium.

The event commenced with the National Anthem upon the arrival of the dignitaries onto the stage, which was followed by the invocatory Veda chanting from the Taittriya Upanishad. The Convocation was declared open in the Divine Voice of the Revered Founder Chancellor, Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba, at the request of the Vice-Chancellor.

In his welcome address, Prof. B. Raghavendra Prasad, Vice-Chancellor, took great delight in welcoming the Hon’ble Vice President of India, the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh and the Hon’ble Minister for Human Resources, IT & Electronics to the 44th Convocation of the Institute.

He then outlined the Institute’s progress during 2024–25—a year of transformative growth guided by Bhagawan’s vision and supported by the Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust. He highlighted substantial advancements across academics, research, innovation, and global engagement. Research expenditure grew by 18%, while publications and academic activities rose by 68%. SSSIHL earned over 100 awards—the highest in its history—including national and international recognitions for AMRx® technology. The Institute also retained its prestigious CAS Gold Level and SOA UCAP Advanced accreditations.

The Vice-Chancellor underscored the expansion of global partnerships through 25 new MoUs, strengthened collaborations with institutions including Rutgers University, TIFR, Manipal Institute of Virology, the University of Essex, and Johannesburg Business School, as well as advancements in student wellness, digital HR systems, a 950-teraflop high-performance computing facility, and enhanced internship and placement outcomes enabled by the Placement Cell and Alumni network. He also highlighted the significant contributions of the Centres of Excellence—CADS, CEMB, the Centre for Sustainable Development, and the Centre for Sri Sathya Sai Studies—and the efforts of the newly established Sri Sathya Sai Research and Innovation Foundation. “This year, the Ministry of Education recognised SSSIHL as a Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems—a distinction of great honour and responsibility,” he noted.

This was followed by the felicitation of the Chief Guest, the Guest of Honor, and the Minister, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh. The grand ceremony then saw the Hon’ble Chancellor, Sri K Chakravarthi, IAS (Retd.), admit 510 graduands to their degrees followed by the convocation pledge administered by the Vice-Chancellor.

Hon’ble Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan awarded the Gold Medals to 20 students who achieved distinction in various disciplines. 14 doctoral research scholars were conferred their Ph.D. degrees.

In his address, Hon’ble Minister Sri Nara Lokesh emphasised that “greatness is achieved through character and not through comfort.” He commended SSSIHL for nurturing graduates of character, compassion, and purpose, and for its unwavering commitment to values-based, holistic, and multidisciplinary education. Lauding the Institute as an ethical benchmark aligned with NEP 2020, he urged students to lead with courage, serve with compassion, and contribute to building a stronger India.

Addressing the gathering, Sri N. Chandrababu Naidu, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, reflected on the enduring relevance of the Sri Sathya Sai Siddhanta. Quoting Bhagawan — “The first medium of instruction is Love, and the 1-2-3 language is Service, Service, and Service”—he encouraged students to live by these values. He highlighted India’s future promise across emerging sectors such as AI, quantum computing, aerospace, and defence, and urged students to contribute to national and global welfare through technology, innovation, and service.

In his Convocation Address, Hon’ble Vice President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan expressed deep gratitude for being part of what he described as a sacred and unforgettable occasion. Commending SSSIHL’s unwavering commitment to discipline, excellence, and timeless values, he praised the tradition of conducting the Convocation unfailingly on 22 November each year. He lauded the students’ exemplary discipline and the Institute’s Gurukula-inspired model of free, values-based education. Calling for greater investment in multidisciplinary research, he urged youth to embrace global ideas while remaining rooted in India’s culture and values. Encouraging students to “live for others while living for themselves,” he reminded them that responsibility, integrity, and service must guide their lives.

This was followed by the Divine Benediction of our Revered Founder Chancellor, Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba. In His discourse, Bhagawan reminded students that while modern education expands knowledge of the external world, true wisdom emerges from Self-knowledge. Real education, He said, lies in drawing out innate virtues—love, compassion, forbearance, and kindness. Degrees and wealth cannot confer peace; only virtue can. He urged students to honour their parents, cultivate noble qualities, choose good company, and allow compassion to guide their lives.

A key highlight of the event was the inauguration of the Sri Sathya Sai Biobank & Research Hub by the Hon’ble Vice President of India. The state-of-the-art facility located in Prasanthi Nilayam, is poised to significantly strengthen the nation’s capabilities in biomedical research and innovation, AI-enabled predictive healthcare, diagnostics and therapeutics, biosimilar development, and both national and global research collaborations.

The event concluded with the National Anthem and Mangala Aarati.

View the recording of the 44th Annual Convocation of SSSIHL: https://www.youtube.com/live/ub9eEVvgtBk

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Notes for Editors (About Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning)

Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL), a Deemed to be University in Prasanthi Nilayam, Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh, India, is one of the few institutions in the world offering values-based education to students at the University level, ever since its inception in 1981. Ethics and morals form the undercurrent of every subject taught at the institute providing its students with a holistic framework of interpersonal development combined with academic excellence. With a merit-based, open admissions policy, SSSIHL welcomes students from all backgrounds—irrespective of income, religion, or region—and provides quality education free of charge.

SSSIHL has four campuses across Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, attracting students from all over India and offering a range of programmes at the undergraduate, postgraduate, professional, and research levels.

SSSIHL also provides a strong research environment, with exceptional academic practices, that have resulted in the growth of national and international collaborations. The Central Research Instruments Facility (CRIF), based at the Prasanthi Nilayam Campus is one of the few facilities in the country that houses advanced Characterisation / Analytical Tools to carry out Translational Research in various areas of Science and Technology.

For further information, visit: sssihl.edu.in.

Media contact: media@sssihl.edu.in. Tel: +91 8555 287239

20 November, 2025 – Prasanthi Nilayam, Andhra Pradesh, India:

Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (Deemed to be University) will hold its 44^th Annual Convocation on 22nd November 2025 at 4 p.m. at the Poornachandra Auditorium, Prasanthi Nilayam, Andhra Pradesh in the Divine Presence of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba.

This year’s Convocation holds special significance as it coincides with the Centenary Year of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba and forms an integral part of the ongoing Centenary Celebrations at Prasanthi Nilayam.

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. B. Raghavendra Prasad will deliver the inaugural address. Sri C.P. Radhakrishnan, Hon’ble Vice President of India, will deliver the Convocation address as the Chief Guest and Sri N. Chandrababu Naidu, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh will grace the occasion as the Guest of Honour.

The grand ceremony will see the Chancellor, Sri K Chakravarthi, IAS (Retd.), admit candidates to their undergraduate, postgraduate, professional, and doctoral research degrees.

The event will be streamed Live on https://youtube.com/@SriSathyaSaiOfficial

A detailed press release will follow upon the completion of the event.

For further information on the Convocation, please visit: sssihl.edu.in

Notes for Editors (About Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning)

Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL), a Deemed to be University in Prasanthi Nilayam, Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh, India, is one of the few institutions in the world offering values-based education to students at the University level, ever since its inception in 1981. Ethics and morals form the undercurrent of every subject taught at the institute providing its students with a holistic framework of interpersonal development combined with academic excellence. With a merit-based, open admissions policy, SSSIHL welcomes students from all backgrounds—irrespective of income, religion, or region—and provides quality education free of charge.

SSSIHL has four campuses across Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, attracting students from all over India and offering a range of programmes at the undergraduate, postgraduate, professional, and research levels.

SSSIHL also provides a strong research environment, with exceptional academic practices, that have resulted in the growth of national and international collaborations. The Central Research Instruments Facility (CRIF), based at the Prasanthi Nilayam Campus is one of the few facilities in the country that houses advanced Characterisation / Analytical Tools to carry out Translational Research in various areas of Science and Technology.

For further information, visit: sssihl.edu.in.

Media contact: media@sssihl.edu.in. Tel: +91 8555 287239

Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL) has been awarded the Bronze Medal in the AI & Digital Healthcare category at the 2025 Belt & Road and BRICS Competition of Skills Development and Technology Innovation (ASEAN International Competition) in Malaysia.

The winning innovation, AMRx® — AI/ML Clinical Decision Support for UTI & AMR (Application ID: I-2025BR002-ASEAN-002), is an advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning–based clinical decision support system that assists in the early detection and management of Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) and Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). This impactful solution demonstrates SSSIHL’s commitment to leveraging technology for societal well-being and improving healthcare outcomes.

The BRICS-ASEAN International Competition 2025 is organized in alignment with the Kazan Declaration adopted at the 16th BRICS Summit, promoting global collaboration in education, training, skills development, science, technology, and innovation. The event is jointly hosted by the BRICS Business Council, Indonesian Ministry of National Development Planning (Bappenas), Indonesian National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Malaysian Ministry of Education, and the Malaysian Industry and Government High-Tech Alliance.

SSSIHL’s recognition at this prestigious international platform reflects its growing contributions to futuristic healthcare technologies and reinforces its mission of integrating academic excellence with social impact.

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13 November, 2025 – Prasanthi Nilayam, Andhra Pradesh, India:

The S.A.I.cling 4 S.A.I. expedition, a unique initiative of the Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL) promoting Sustainability (S), Awareness (A), and Inclusivity (I), culminated today (13 Nov. 25) in a grand and spiritually uplifting ceremony at Sri Sathya Sai Hill View Stadium, Prasanthi Nilayam.

Flagged off on 12 November 2025 from the Brindavan Campus, Bengaluru, by Prof. B. Raghavendra Prasad, Honourable Vice-Chancellor, SSSIHL, the expedition witnessed 150 cyclists — comprising students, alumni, and staff — traverse 161 km via SSSIHL’s Nandigiri Campus to reach Prasanthi Nilayam on the evening of 13 November.

The concluding ceremony was marked by an atmosphere of joy, reverence, and unity. The highlight of the evening was the formation of the number “100” by all cyclists — a symbolic tribute to the Centenary Year of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba.

The riders were felicitated with medals and certificates by Prof. B. Raghavendra Prasad, Vice-Chancellor, SSSIHL, Sri Sundar Swaminathan, Director, Sri Sathya Sai Media Centre, and Dr. Anil Kumar Mulpur, Joint Director, Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Medical Sciences, Prasanthi Nilayam, in recognition of their discipline, dedication, and spirit of service.

The event was graced by Dr. Srikanth Khanna, Registrar, SSSIHL along with the Directors of SSSIHL campuses, Deans, Wardens, Faculty Members, and students.

Speaking on the occasion, Prof. B. Raghavendra Prasad shared, “S.A.I.cling 4 S.A.I. is more than an expedition — it is a living expression of Bhagawan’s vision of education that transforms learning into living, knowledge into action, and devotion into service. Each pedal turned was an offering of love and awareness for a better planet.”

Beyond Cycling: A Commitment to the Planet

As part of the expedition, the participants actively engaged in tree plantation drives, planting 100 trees enroute, and undertook a plogging and waste management initiative to collect and responsibly manage around 100 kilograms of waste, reinforcing the Institute’s commitment to a cleaner and greener planet.

S.A.I.cling 4 S.A.I. stands as a shining example of how Bhagawan’s students continue to walk in His footsteps — transforming values into action, and devotion into service.

Notes for Editors (About Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning)

Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL), a Deemed to be University in Prasanthi Nilayam, Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh, India, is one of the few institutions in the world offering values-based education to students at the University level, ever since its inception in 1981. Ethics and morals form the undercurrent of every subject taught at the institute providing its students with a holistic framework of interpersonal development combined with academic excellence. With a merit-based, open admissions policy, SSSIHL welcomes students from all backgrounds—irrespective of income, religion, or region—and provides quality education free of charge.

SSSIHL has four campuses across Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, attracting students from all over India and offering a range of programmes at the undergraduate, postgraduate, professional, and research levels.

SSSIHL also provides a strong research environment, with exceptional academic practices, that have resulted in the growth of national and international collaborations. The Central Research Instruments Facility (CRIF), based at the Prasanthi Nilayam Campus is one of the few facilities in the country that houses advanced Characterisation / Analytical Tools to carry out Translational Research in various areas of Science and Technology.

For further information, visit: sssihl.edu.in.

Media contact: media@sssihl.edu.in. Tel: +91 8555 287239

12 November, 2025 – Bengaluru, Karnataka, India:

The Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL) launched a unique cycling expedition, S.A.I.cling 4 S.A.I., as part of its initiatives promoting Sustainability (S), Awareness (A), and Inclusivity (I) — and to commemorate the 100th Birth Anniversary of its Revered Founder Chancellor, Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba.

The expedition, which was flagged off by Professor B. Raghavendra Prasad, Honourable Vice-Chancellor, SSSIHL, at 7 a.m., from SSSIHL’s Brindavan Campus, Kadugodi, Bengaluru, witnessed 150 cyclists comprising students, alumni, and staff members embarking on a 161 km journey to Prasanthi Nilayam, Sri Sathya Sai District, Andhra Pradesh, via SSSIHL’s Nandigiri Campus. The riders are expected to reach Sri Sathya Sai Hill View Stadium, Prasanthi Nilayam by 13^th evening.

The flag-off ceremony was also graced by Dr. Srikanth Khanna, Registrar, SSSIHL; Mr. Vinay Kumar, Convener, Brindavan Ashram; Dr. D. C. Sundaresh, Director, SSSIHMS, Whitefield; along with the Directors of the SSSIHL campuses, Deans, Wardens, and Faculty Members.

Flagging off the event, Prof. B. Raghavendra Prasad said,

 “Through S.A.I.cling 4 S.A.I., we reaffirm our commitment to sustainability and holistic education — where physical fitness, environmental consciousness, and community service come together as expressions of gratitude to our Founder Chancellor.”

He further added that these initiatives deliver holistic benefits across physical, mental, societal, and environmental dimensions — acting as a living demonstration of sustainable practices inspired by the Institute’s integral education model.

Four Pillars of Purpose – Activities on the Way

The ‘4’ in S.A.I.cling 4 S.A.I. signifies the expedition’s four core objectives, each reflecting a tangible aspect of sustainability and service that the participants actively pursue throughout their journey:

• Cycling as a Sustainable Way of Life – Promoting an eco-friendly mode of transport by covering 161 km on bicycles, thereby reducing carbon footprint and encouraging sustainable living
• Cycling for Health and Fitness – Enhancing physical fitness, mental strength, and overall well-being, reinforcing the benefits of an active and balanced lifestyle
• Tree Plantation – Cyclists will plant trees at strategic stops between campuses and identified areas along the route to enhance green cover and promote local biodiversity.
• Waste Management – As part of a cleanliness and awareness initiative, cyclists aim to collect around 100 kg of waste, emphasizing the importance of environmental responsibility and conscious living.

Through this journey — “Pedalling with Purpose, Riding with Love” — SSSIHL students and alumni seek to translate the core values of Love, Service, and Transformation into action, reaffirming the Institute’s commitment to societal and environmental well-being.

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Notes for Editors (About Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning)

Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL), a Deemed to be University in Prasanthi Nilayam, Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh, India, is one of the few institutions in the world offering values-based education to students at the University level, ever since its inception in 1981. Ethics and morals form the undercurrent of every subject taught at the institute providing its students with a holistic framework of interpersonal development combined with academic excellence. With a merit-based, open admissions policy, SSSIHL welcomes students from all backgrounds—irrespective of income, religion, or region—and provides quality education free of charge.

SSSIHL has four campuses across Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, attracting students from all over India and offering a range of programmes at the undergraduate, postgraduate, professional, and research levels.

SSSIHL also provides a strong research environment, with exceptional academic practices, that have resulted in the growth of national and international collaborations. The Central Research Instruments Facility (CRIF), based at the Prasanthi Nilayam Campus is one of the few facilities in the country that houses advanced Characterisation / Analytical Tools to carry out Translational Research in various areas of Science and Technology.

For further information, visit: sssihl.edu.in.

Media contact: media@sssihl.edu.in. Tel: +91 8555 287239

On 14 September 2025, as part of the nationwide observance of Swachhata Pakhwada, the Green Cell and the Department of Education of Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning, Anantapur Campus, organized a Campus Cleaning Drive to promote awareness about cleanliness and encourage sustainable practices on campus.

The initiative witnessed enthusiastic participation from over 250 members, including Green Cell members, B.Ed. students, and volunteers from undergraduate and postgraduate programs—reflecting their commitment to maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in their surroundings.

Participants assembled in front of their respective hostels, where they were briefed on the planned activities, safety protocols, and provided with cleaning tools such as broomsticks, dustpans, and gloves. During the drive, they collected dry grass, swept and dusted the stairs, common areas, corridors, reading halls, and lobbies, and organized the surroundings to create a cleaner, healthier, and more pleasant environment.

The activity successfully reinforced the message of the Swachhata Pakhwada movement, reminding everyone that cleanliness is a shared responsibility. Through their active participation, students demonstrated how collective effort can bring about visible change and foster sustainable living practices within the campus.