Andhra Pradesh Aug 12: Former Vice President of India M. Venkaiah Naidu called upon graduates to combine academic knowledge with character, discipline and service to the nation. Delivering the Convocation Address, he said, “Education must be treated as a mission. Confidence, determination and hard work can help them overcome every challenge and contribute meaningfully to society and the nation.” Naidu was addressing the Second Convocation Ceremony of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham’s Amaravati Campus as the Chief Guest. The graduating students now begin their professional journeys carrying forward the University’s emphasis on academic excellence, innovation, social responsibility and nation-building.