Aizawl: Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma was conferred an Honorary Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) by the Karunya Institute of Technology & Sciences (Deemed to be University) in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, during its 31st convocation ceremony held recently.
Lalduhoma was invited as the Chief Guest at the convocation, where he was conferred the honorary degree in recognition of his service to society, visionary leadership, and dedicated efforts in fostering peace and harmony in Mizoram, a state once affected by conflict, as acknowledged by the institute.
In his address, the Chief Minister expressed deep appreciation to the university and its leadership. “This honor is not only personally humbling, but profoundly meaningful. It symbolises a shared commitment to higher ideals of academic excellence, social responsibility, and nation-building rooted in values,” he said.
Reflecting on Mizoram’s achievements, Lalduhoma added, “As Chief Minister of the first fully literate state in India, I accept this honor on behalf of the people I serve and as a tribute to the spirit of progress that education brings to every corner of our nation.”
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