Convocation Song

A Million Dreams

14th Convocation

2025

Convocation Bird

The purple sunbird and its mate can be seen in pairs on the walk just outside the old academic block in IIITD, in the profusion of flower bushes on either side. The purple sunbird has a relatively short bill (10 cm long) and a dark, short, square-ended tail. The male is glossy, metallic, bluish to purplish black on the upper parts, with the wings appearing dark brown. The breeding male also has underparts of the same purplish black, but non-breeding males may show a central streak of black on yellow underparts. The maroon shine on the feathers of the collar around the neck is visible mainly during the breeding season. Females are olive brown above with a yellowish underside. The throat and breast are yellow, becoming pale towards the vent. The outer tail feathers are tipped in white in both the male and female. The young are just like females in plumage; however, males develop black feathers as they mature. They feed mainly on nectar but also take fruits and insects.

The bird has been chosen to represent the living spirit of IIITD - curiosity, friendship, and environmental awareness.