Vice-President Graces Ruby and Silver Jubilee Celebrations of SASTRA University, Thanjavur

Summary

Vice-President of India Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan graced the Ruby and Silver Jubilee Valedictory Celebrations of SASTRA Deemed University, Thanjavur, on 17 August 2026, concluding his two-day Tamil Nadu visit.

What Happened

SASTRA (Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology and Research Academy), a deemed-to-be-university located in Thanjavur, held its jubilee valedictory function, which was graced by the Vice-President. He addressed faculty, students and alumni on the occasion.

Background

SASTRA was established in 1984 and was granted deemed university status in 2001. Thanjavur, where SASTRA is located, is historically significant as the seat of the Chola dynasty and home to the UNESCO World Heritage Brihadeeswarar Temple.

TNPSC Relevance

Institutional milestones of prominent Tamil Nadu universities and visits by high constitutional functionaries are relevant to General Knowledge and current affairs sections of TNPSC examinations.

Important Facts

• Institution: SASTRA Deemed University, Thanjavur.
• Occasion: Ruby and Silver Jubilee Valedictory Celebrations.
• Chief Guest: Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan.

TNPSC MCQs

Q1. SASTRA Deemed University is located in which Tamil Nadu district?

A) Thiruvarur B) Thanjavur C) Tiruchirappalli D) Kumbakonam (separate district)

Answer: B) Thanjavur

Explanation: SASTRA is located in Thanjavur, historically the capital of the medieval Chola dynasty.

Q2. In which year was SASTRA granted deemed university status?

A) 1984 B) 1995 C) 2001 D) 2009

Answer: C) 2001

Explanation: SASTRA was founded in 1984 and received deemed university status in 2001.

Q3. The Vice-President's Tamil Nadu visit on 16-17 August 2026 concluded at which institution?

A) SRM Institute, Chennai B) Central University of Tamil Nadu, Thiruvarur C) SASTRA Deemed University, Thanjavur D) Anna University, Chennai

Answer: C) SASTRA Deemed University, Thanjavur

Explanation: The Vice-President's two-day tour of Tamil Nadu concluded with the SASTRA jubilee celebrations on 17 August 2026.