‘Built Generations, Shaped Bright Futures’: PM Modi On SRCC’s 100-Year Legacy

Last Updated:September 05, 2026, 8:05 PM IST

Notably, PM Modi is visiting Shri Ram College of Commerce after 13 years, after his last visit in 2013, when he was the Chief Minister of Gujarat.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing students of SRCC.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday addressed the students of Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) and hailed the 100-year legacy of the college.

The Prime Minister recalled the college’s journey from a small institution in Daryaganj to a leading centre of learning. He said, “From a small place in Daryaganj, this college began its journey. Today, that small college has grown into banyan tree—a tree that has provided shade to and enriched several generations.”

PM Modi also praised the college’s alumni, saying, “SRCC’s alumni have also been very special. If I put it in your language, the alumni here are the OGs.” The Prime Minister was addressing the gathering as SRCC marked 100 years since its establishment in 1926.

He said SRCC graduates had made their mark not only in economics and business but also in areas including art, law, leadership and the judiciary.

Recalling his association with former Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, who was an SRCC alumnus, PM Modi said Jaitley would often share stories from his college days during their meetings. “Perhaps there was hardly a meeting between us where he did not recount some incident from his SRCC days,” PM Modi said.

He also mentioned Sanjeev Sanyal, who studied at SRCC and is now part of his team.

PM Modi Recalls His 2013 SRCC Speech

PM Modi also referred to his much-discussed 2013 address at SRCC, saying there had been considerable discussion around the speech in the days leading up to the centenary event.

“People have listened to it again and read it again. It is possible that members of the new generation have also revisited it,” he said.

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What significant milestone did Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) celebrate, and who addressed the event?

Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) celebrated its 100-year legacy since its establishment in 1926. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the students during the centenary event, praising the college’s journey and its alumni.

Which former Finance Minister and SRCC alumnus did PM Modi recall during his address?

PM Modi recalled his association with former Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, an SRCC alumnus. He mentioned that Jaitley often shared stories from his college days during their meetings.

What did PM Modi say about his 2013 speech at SRCC during the centenary celebration?

PM Modi referred to his much-discussed 2013 address at SRCC, noting that there had been considerable discussion around the speech leading up to the centenary event, with people revisiting it.

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