MAHABUBNAGAR : Harshitha Reddy, a second-year B.Pharmacy student of Palamuru University, has been selected for the prestigious Jagriti Yatra–2026, bringing pride and recognition to the university. The national-level programme aims to promote entrepreneurial thinking, leadership qualities and innovation among the youth across the country. Jagriti Yatra–2026 is a unique 15-day train journey covering approximately 8,000 kilometres across 12 states. More than 70,000 candidates from across India applied for the programme, but only 525 were selected through a rigorous three-stage selection process comprising an MCQ test, written examination and personal interview. The selection of just 0.75 per cent of applicants highlights the significance of this achievement. As part of the journey, participants will visit various parts of the country and interact with entrepreneurs and innovators working at the grassroots level. The programme also includes industrial visits and special visits to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), a naval base and the Indian Parliament. The programme’s impact is evident from the fact that around 28 per cent of its previous participants have gone on to become successful startup founders. On this occasion, Palamuru University Vice-Chancellor Professor G.N. Srinivas specially congratulated Harshitha Reddy on her selection. Expressing happiness over her achievement, he encouraged her to make the best use of this prestigious opportunity to gain further knowledge, exposure and experience. Controller of Examinations Dr. K. Praveen, Pharmacy College Principal Dr. Eshwar Kumar, Head of the Pharmacy Department Dr. Prabhakar Reddy, and faculty members Dr. Susmitha, Dr. Tarun and Dr. Someshwar also congratulated Harshitha Reddy and wished her continued success in her future endeavours, bringing further recognition to the university.
