“If 48,000 engineering graduates have registered for Yuva Nidhi, the State’s guarantee scheme, then professors must introspect about the kind of education we are providing. Reduce the creation of unemployed youth,” said S. Vidyashankar, Vice-Chancellor of Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU).
Inaugurating the ‘Students Induction Program (SIP)’ at Global Academy of Technology on January 10, he said, “It is truly disappointing that 48,000 engineering graduates have registered for Yuva Nidhi. This raises questions about the education we are imparting. Wake up at least now and provide education that meets industry expectations.”
“Understand the truth that only when students take admission, you will have work. Treat students with affection. Implement VTU’s programmes keeping students’ welfare in mind. Give greater importance to innovation,” he stated.
On allegations regarding internships, he said, “We are determined to stop illegal practices under the guise of internships. Our intention is that everyone should obtain internships only through VTU.”
Published – January 10, 2026 11:05 pm IST
