Combination of intellect and integrity will drive meaningful progress: Abhijat Sheth
Combination of intellect and integrity will drive meaningful progress, said Abhijat Sheth, president, National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences, Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, here on Saturday, May 24.
He was delivering the 32nd convocation address of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) in Mangaluru.
Stressing the need for educated and ethical professionals in today's rapidly changing world, he said: 'As our society faces unprecedented technological advancements, environmental challenges, and socio-economic shifts, the importance of individuals who are not only knowledgeable but also uphold strong ethical standards has never been changed. It is this combination of intellect and integrity that will drive meaningful progress.'
Highlighting the importance of communication and research in medical education, Dr. Sheth said: 'At the highest levels of policy making, we recognise that effective communication and strong foundation in clinical research are essential skills for future health care professionals. These disciplines must be cultivated early in medical training to ensure that our graduates are prepared to meet the complex demands of modern healthcare.'
Speaking on the occasion H.S. Ballal, Pro-Chancellor, MAHE said that the graduates will be the next generation of innovators, healers, thinkers, and change-makers.
'At MAHE, we don't just prepare students for careers, we prepare them to shape the future,' he said.
Lt. Gen. M.D. Venkatesh, Vice-Chancellor, MAHE said that MAHE empowered students to think critically, collaborate across cultures, and drive meaningful innovation.
In all, 1,367 students graduated at the convocation. They included 766 undergraduates, 440 postgraduates, and 161 PhD degree holders. Of them, 616 students received the degrees in person.
Dr. TMA Pai Gold Medals were presented to four outstanding students.
They were Isha Tripathi, MBBS, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal; R. Prithvi, MBBS, Kasturba Medical College, Mangaluru; Chaarvi Bansal, BDS, Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal; and Anoushka Avi, BDS, Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Mangaluru. (EOM)
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