HYDERABAD, NOVEMBER 11, 2026: E. Mathivanan, a student of the English and Foreign Languages University (EFLU), Hyderabad, brought laurels to the University by representing EFLU and Tamil Nadu at Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat – Yuva Sangam Phase VII, held in New Delhi.
Prof. N. Nagaraju, Vice-Chancellor of EFLU, congratulated Mathivanan on his selection and successful participation in the prestigious national programme. He commended him for representing both EFLU and Tamil Nadu and for bringing national recognition to the University.
Selected as one of only 50 delegates from over 4,700 applicants across the country, Mathivanan participated in the youth exchange programme aimed at promoting cultural integration, experiential learning, and national unity. During the programme, he had the opportunity to interact with the Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, and the Chief Minister of Delhi, Smt. Rekha Gupta.
The programme, coordinated by the Central University of Tamil Nadu and the University of Delhi, provided participants with valuable exposure to India’s rich cultural heritage, educational institutions, and technological advancements. Delegates visited prominent landmarks including Uparashtrapati Bhavan, Red Fort, India Gate, the National War Memorial, and the Dr. B. R. Ambedkar National Memorial, gaining first-hand insights into the country’s history, traditions, and diversity.
Reflecting on his experience, Mathivanan described meeting the Vice President and the Chief Minister as one of the proudest moments of his journey. He noted that the programme enabled him to interact with academics, officials, and fellow delegates from across the country, fostering a deeper appreciation of India’s cultural diversity and the spirit of national integration.
The University takes pride in Mathivanan’s achievement, which reflects the ideals of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat and the enduring spirit of Unity in Diversity.
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