Sonu Sood Visits Galgotias University: A Powerful Message for Future Leaders

"I Would Have Loved to Study at a University Like Galgotias," Says Sonu Sood at Rotaract Installation Ceremony. Greater Noida, 26 September 2026: Actor and humanitarian Sonu Sood visited Galgotias University to serve as the Chief Guest for the Rotaract Club’s Installation and Pinning Ceremony, where he urged students to integrate community service into their daily lives. Drawing on his own experiences from the COVID-19 pandemic and his ongoing philanthropic efforts, Sood offered insights gained from helping those in need. He challenged the students to identify the requirements of their communities and discover personal methods to contribute to society.

During his time at Galgotias University for the Rotaract Club’s Installation and Pinning Ceremony and App Fair 2026, actor and humanitarian Sonu Sood praised the campus environment. Commenting on the university experience and the resources provided to students, Sood remarked, "I would have loved to study at a university like Galgotias." He also engaged in a fireside chat with the student body. The event signaled a leadership transition for the Rotaract Club for the 2026–27 term, as the outgoing committee passed the torch to the new team. The proceedings featured the Four-Way Test, the Change of Guard and Collaring Ceremony, the swearing-in, and the formal installation of the Board of Directors.

Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, CEO, Galgotias University, said, "Sonu Sood’s work during COVID and his continued engagement with communities since then gives students a powerful example of service in action. Through Rotaract, our students have an opportunity to step outside the classroom, understand the needs around them and contribute in ways that are practical and sustained." The incoming board is set to manage the Club’s operations and community-service projects for the 2026-27 academic year.

Sonu Sood Interacts with Student Developers at App Fair 2026

After the ceremony, Sood toured the iOS Development Centre at Galgotias University to attend App Fair 2026, an exhibition of student-created applications. He observed live demos and discussed the concepts behind the apps, the development process, and the specific challenges the students sought to address.

This exhibition highlights the success of the University’s iOS Student Developer Program, a collaboration with Apple and Infosys. University data indicates that students across three cohorts have successfully published 84 applications on the App Store, while over 20 more are currently in production, and three student-founded startups have been established through the initiative.

Apple has showcased Galgotias University on its international website, apple.co/galgotias, demonstrating how students transform concepts into functional applications via hands-on learning, faculty support, and industry mentorship. The feature spotlights student developer Sharon Bruce and her app, Artistica, and includes perspectives from Dr. Dhruv Galgotia regarding how the institution prepares students for an evolving tech environment.

In another student profile, Apple details the journey of Galgotias student Karan Kumar, who created Sakhi, an app focused on women’s health. These narratives illustrate how students utilize technology to address real-world issues, aligning with the ethos of community service that defined Sood’s visit. Watch the Apple feature: apple.co/galgotias

About Galgotias University

Galgotias University stands as a premier multidisciplinary institution in India, celebrated for its academic standards, research output, innovation, international partnerships, and industry-focused curriculum. Boasting a dynamic student body of more than 50,000 and an international alumni network exceeding 100,000, the University has cultivated a fast-expanding ecosystem centered on technology, entrepreneurship, cross-disciplinary studies, and tangible real-world contributions.

In the QS World University Rankings 2027 by Quacquarelli Symonds, Galgotias University secured a position in the 1201-1400 global band, ranking 16th among private institutions and 46th among all universities in India. In the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026, the University appeared in the 1201-1500 global band, placing 27th among private universities and 65th among all universities in India. Additionally, the University holds a NAAC A+ accreditation, representing one of the highest quality ratings for institutions in India.