We are an aspiring University and as we ascend higher, we will leave no man or woman behind. Serving the needs of countless young Indians from all walks of life, we take immense pride in being inclusive. I am excited to on-board our newest Department - The School of Defence & Strategic Studies - which will create a vibrant ecosystem for building civil-defence partnership, thereby providing us the opportunity to serve the people who safeguard our borders and give our students various opportunities to build their character and serve the nation. The SDSS is being envisioned as the cradle for thought leaders to take the nation to greater heights.