Students must contribute to Make in India initiative: Guv
Mandya: For a united, great, and developed India, students must contribute to the Make in India initiative and work towards making our nation self-reliant, said governor
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Addressing students at the 3rd convocation ceremony of Mandya University on Saturday, he said, "This is one of the most significant milestones in your life.
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On this proud occasion, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the students and express gratitude to the faculty, administrative staff, and parents who played a pivotal role in your journey.
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The governor underlined the importance of education in shaping an individual's future. "Education refines skills and empowers individuals in their chosen fields. It is a wealth that cannot be stolen and should remain a lifelong pursuit.
Knowledge and continued learning will be key to your success."
Addressing global concerns, he said, "Challenges like global warming, climate change, and environmental pollution are on the rise. We must all play an active role in addressing these concerns and dedicate ourselves to the welfare of society with a spirit of service."
Reflecting on India's rich legacy, he remarked, "In ancient times, India was a hub of knowledge, science, spirituality, and economic prosperity.
Indian scholars contributed immensely to astronomy, geology, mathematics, and medicine. The concepts of zero and the decimal system are among the many invaluable contributions of Indian mathematicians."
Delivering the convocation address, Prof Soumendranath Bandopadhyay, director of NSHM Knowledge Campus, Kolkata, urged graduates to stay grounded and acknowledge the role of parents and teachers in their success.
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He highlighted global challenges like Israel-Iran conflict, Ukraine-Russia war, and the disruptive rise of AI. Emphasising the need for global exposure, he encouraged the university to pursue more international collaborations to enhance students' perspectives in an increasingly complex world.
Mandya University vice-chancellor in charge Prof K Shivachitappa and registrar BN Veena were present.
A total of 815 students with 455 were girls, were awarded degrees, including 237 PG students and 585 UG students across disciplines.
About 50 students got ranks in undergraduate and 27 in postgraduate.
The university also conferred honorary doctorates on three distinguished individuals: Jayaprakash Gowda for his work in the field of education and literature, Pratap Madhukar for his achievement as an entrepreneur and environment protection, and Nishchala Gowda for her dedication to women empowerment and social service.
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