The Ruparelia Foundation has announced one hundred fully funded Master’s Degree scholarships in memory of the late Rajiv Ruparelia. The announcement was made by Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia and his wife, Mrs. Jyotsna Ruparelia, during Victoria University’s ninth graduation ceremony held at Speke Resort Munyonyo.
The scholarships are designed to honor Rajiv’s legacy of supporting young people through education. Rajiv, who passed away in May 2025 at the age of thirty-five, played a key role in shaping Victoria University’s growth and success.
He was widely known for his commitment to empowering young Africans and for his efforts to strengthen the university as a hub for innovation, creativity, and talent development.
Speaking at the ceremony, Dr. Sudhir said the scholarship program is a way to keep Rajiv’s vision alive. “This initiative reflects Rajiv’s deep belief in empowering the next generation. We hope these beneficiaries will continue the work he was devoted to,” he stated.
His remarks were met with warm applause from graduates, parents, and guests attending the event.
The new scholarship program builds on the Ruparelia Foundation’s long history of philanthropy in education. The foundation previously provided tuition relief during the COVID-19 pandemic and has awarded more than one thousand scholarships to Ugandan students over the years.
According to the foundation, this latest initiative seeks to support talented graduates at a time when many young people face barriers to advanced education and formal employment.
Victoria University Vice Chancellor Dr. Lawrence K. Muganga described the gesture as both a tribute to Rajiv’s legacy and an investment in Uganda’s future.
The chief guest, His Majesty William Wilberforce Gabula Nadiope IV, the Kyabazinga of Busoga, praised the Ruparelia family for transforming personal grief into hope for the country’s next generation of leaders.
The graduation ceremony, held under the theme “Shaping the Future: Innovation, Digitality and Employability,” featured an emotional visual tribute to Rajiv Ruparelia, celebrating his life, his work, and the values he championed.