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Pune: President Dourapadi Murmu's visit to Symbiosis International University for its convocation ceremony in Lavale has been cancelled.

"We deeply regret to inform you that the Hon'ble President of India has postponed her visit to the State of Maharashtra scheduled from 28th to 30th July, 2024 vidc communication dated 26th July, 2024," Symbiosis stated in a press release.

The Office of the Hon'ble President of India has also communicated to the University that due to unavoidable circumstances, the acceptance of the invitation to the Convocation scheduled on 29th July, 2024 stands postponed.

Due to continued heavy rainfalls in and around the city of Pune and release of water from dams, the Department of Disaster Management, Govt. of Maharashtra has advised to exercise caution.

Therefore, the University is compelled to take this difficult decision of postponing the Convocation Ceremony scheduled on 29th July 2024.

Given the current weather situation and the forecasts indicating continued adverse conditions, we believe this decision is in the best interest of everyone involved. The safety and well-being of our students and their families are of utmost importance to us, a press release stated.

The University has made all the preparations for the 21 st Convocation Ceremony. A huge Pandal has been erected on the University Campus along with all other arrangements for your comfortable visit to the Campus. We understand the significance of Convocation as a milestone in your academic journey and the disappointment that this news may bring to you. Please be assured that the University will plan the Convocation Ceremony at a later date to celebrate your achievements, a press release stated.