Priyanka Chopra feels 'heartbroken' for missing her doctorate felicitation ceremony
Mumbai, Dec 24 (IBNS): Indian actress Priyanka Chopra, who is currently making her mark in Hollywood, on Sunday said she was 'heartbroken' as she missed a "special moment" of getting honoured with a doctorate degree by Bareilly International University.
The Indian actress said she missed the event due to because of flight delay due to smog.
In a statement posted on Twitter, she said: "I am heartbroken that I will not be able to attend the convocation ceremony and receive my honorary doctorate in person at the Bareilly International University today. We've been at the airport since this morning waiting for clearance from the ATC."
— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) December 24, 2017
She further said: "My team had also explored all other possible options to get there but the fog has put to rest all plans for today. I was really looking forward to going back to Bareilly… Not just to receive the honorary doctorate but also to see old friends and family and just reconnect with a city that has been such an important part of my life."
A heartfelt message from @priyankachopra to the faculty and students of Bareilly International University. Her trip was cancelled due to the fog. pic.twitter.com/FJLGt5pi7W
— Team Priyanka Chopra (@TeamPriyanka) December 24, 2017
Priyanka Chopra is currently in India.
Image: Priyanka Chopra Instagram page
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