The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) conducted the 34th convocation virtually owing to the ongoing covid19 crisis. Notably, the University awarded 2,37,844 degrees, diplomas and certificates of different programmes to the successful students at the 34th convocation. The convocation ceremony was conducted online from the IGNOU headquarter amid the surge in COVD-19 cases. Union Education Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' addressed the 34th convocation of IGNOU through virtual mode. The Chief Guest of the event, Union Minister of Education, Congratulating the successful students said "applauding the role played by IGNOU since its inception in making quality higher education accessible to all through the affordable open and distance mode. The Minister in his speech stressed the need to provide education that could make one self-reliant. He further said that Self- Reliance is the key highlight of the New Education Policy that integrates vocational education bringing constructive changes in the education system. In order to achieve the goal of 50 percent Gross Enrolment Ratio by 2035, the university will have to be a crucial contributor." Congratulating the successful students, the Education Minister lauded the role played by IGNOU in making quality higher education accessible to all through the affordable Open and Distance Mode. Karnataka Education Minister: No change in SSLC exam schedule International Baccalaureate cancels Class 12 examination No board exams for UP students till May end!