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India Gazette
23 minutes ago
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- India Gazette
"India has largest number of young, talented and skilled human resources": Union Minister Nitin Gadkari
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], June 4 (ANI): Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday participated in the 12th convocation program of Graphic Era Deemed University in Dehradun and, while congratulating the students, said that India has the largest population of young, talented, and skilled individuals. The Union Minister extended his heartfelt congratulations and emphasised that the day marked a testament to the students' hard work, dedication, and determination. He stated that a degree is an academic milestone that also brings with it a sense of responsibility. Addressing the students at the ceremony, Gadkari said, 'The country is home to the largest population of young, talented, and skilled individuals. He noted that Indian youth are admired globally and play a crucial role in the nation's wealth creation. Our focus should shift from seeking jobs to creating them,' he said, urging the youth to dream big and stay committed to achieving their goals. Gadkari told students, 'Credibility, honesty, and the desire to do well will take you forward.' Speaking about India's rapid infrastructure growth, Gadkari mentioned several achievements in the construction of bridges, tunnels, highways, and expressways in recent years. He underlined the government's ongoing efforts in promoting green energy, calling hydrogen gas the 'fuel of the future.' Gadkari shared that hydrogen is being produced from organic municipal waste--an economical and sustainable approach--and mentioned that he personally uses a hydrogen-powered vehicle. The Union Minister also highlighted India's emerging status as a hub of youth, innovation, and entrepreneurship. 'Indian-origin CEOs heading top global firms reflect the nation's immense talent pool,' he said and stressed the need to focus on improving the country's Domestic Happiness Index. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami praised Gadkari as the 'Vishwakarma of modern India,' lauding his leadership in transforming the nation's infrastructure through expressways, green corridors, logistics hubs, and road networks. He called on the youth to use their knowledge and skills to build a developed India. The Chief Minister emphasised that Uttarakhand is making strides in education and innovation under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. 'The state is implementing the New Education Policy and introducing advanced courses like Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Big Data in universities and research institutes. Scientific research is being promoted by developing science centres in Dehradun, Haldwani, and Almora. The government's vision is to make the youth future-ready,' said CM Dhami. He said that incubation centres have been established across the state to support innovation and entrepreneurship. Highlighting efforts to ensure fairness in recruitment, CM Dhami noted that Uttarakhand has enacted the most stringent anti-cheating law in the country, which has led to the provision of over 23,000 government jobs to youth in the past three years. In a post on X, Nitin Gadkari posted, 'Honoured to receive the Honorary Doctor of Science ( during the 12th Convocation Ceremony of Graphic Era Deemed University, Dehradun, in the presence of Uttarakhand Chief Minister @pushkardhamiJi, Education Minister @drdhansinghukJi, and the University's Chancellor and NITI Aayog Member, Dr VK Saraswat Ji.' 'This recognition reflects the journey I've undertaken in sustainable highway infrastructure, clean mobility, and digital innovation--not as a destination, but as a reminder to stay resolute in serving the nation with deeper purpose and quiet determination,' his post read. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami participated in the 12th convocation program of Graphic Era Deemed University and conferred PhD titles and degrees to the students. (ANI)
Time of India
2 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Gadkari conferred with honorary doctorate in Doon, assures support to tackle traffic snarls
Dehradun: Union minister for road transport and highways Nitin Gadkari was conferred with an honorary doctorate during the 12th convocation ceremony of Graphic Era (deemed to be) University in Dehradun on Tuesday. At the event, degrees were awarded to 3,142 students. In his address, the minister acknowledged the issue of traffic congestion in the capital and assured the state govt of full support from the centre, once formal proposals are submitted. "These degrees are not just a symbol of knowledge but also a reminder of the responsibility to be good citizens and to contribute to society. Young people are the future of our nation, and India possesses the highest-skilled workforce globally," said Gadkari. He emphasised the importance of integrating higher education with a value-based system. "Even waste can be transformed into wealth with the right vision and technology. Hydrogen is the fuel of the future, and the most economical way to produce it is from organic waste. India is a hub of talent and research, and soon we will be pioneers in this sector along with business and social leadership," he added. Gadkari highlighted the need to focus on improving domestic happiness index, adding that real technological progress would be achieved when the country's 1.5 crore manual rickshaw drivers have access to humane, mechanised e-rickshaws and carts. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami praised the infrastructure projects credited to Gadkari, such as expressways, green corridors, and logistic hubs, calling them a part of the "new identity" of our nation. "Uttarakhand has received full cooperation from the centre when needed. We were the first state to implement a stringent anti-cheating law. Through the implementation of NEP and the establishment of hubs for AI, big data, and scientific research, we aim to become a leading state in higher education. Our goal is to prepare our youth for the future," said the CM. Education minister Dhan Singh Rawat, along with several other politicians and bureaucrats, also attended the event.
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Business Standard
7 hours ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Centre working continuously on green energy transition, says Nitin Gadkari
"Hydrogen gas is the fuel of our future. Work is being done to make hydrogen from organic municipal waste, which is a very cheap option," Gadkari said Press Trust of India Dehradun Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday described hydrogen gas as the fuel of India's future and said the Centre is continuously working on green energy. "Hydrogen gas is the fuel of our future. Work is being done to make hydrogen from organic municipal waste, which is a very cheap option," Gadkari said addressing the 12th convocation of Graphic Era Deemed University here. He said he himself uses a vehicle that runs on hydrogen gas. Describing India as a country of youth, researchers and startups, Gadkari said there are CEOs of Indian origin in the top companies of the world. This shows the power and talent of India, he said. Congratulating the students for being conferred with PhD titles and degrees, the Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, he asked them not to stop learning, having the courage to dream and the determination to fulfill them. "Only credibility, honesty, and the desire to do well can take you forward," Gadkari said. "India has the largest number of young, talented and skilled human resources in the world. Our young talents are popular in foreign countries, " he said. Gadkari was also conferred with the honorary degree of "Doctorate of Science" at the convocation. Welcoming Gadkari, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said under his leadership world-class expressways, green corridors, logistics hubs and roads are being developed rapidly across the country. He also called upon the youth to use their knowledge and skills in building a developed India. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
India Gazette
8 hours ago
- Business
- India Gazette
Uttarakhand: CM Dhami attends review meeting on ropeway project developments
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], June 3 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday attended a review meeting with Union Road Minister Nitin Gadkari on the ropeway project developments in the state. Earlier in the day, Dhami praised Gadkari and said there was no better teacher than him. Addressing the convocation ceremony of the Graphic Era Deemed University in Dehradun, Dhami stated that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the state had been working towards becoming a leader in education. 'If you want to learn the art of project management, then there can be no better teacher than Gadkari ji... His speciality is completing very important projects at a low cost. You have won the hearts of the people by building a network of roads from small villages to remote hilly areas of the state,' Dhami stated. 'Under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi, our state government is working to make Uttarakhand a leader in education, like other regions. Machine learning, AI and big data courses are being conducted in colleges. Scientific research is being promoted in the state,' Dhami further added. In March, the Union Cabinet approved the construction of a ropeway project from Govindghat to Hemkund Sahib Ji in Uttarakhand. The 12.4-kilometre project will be developed at a total capital cost of Rs 2,730.13 crore. Currently, the journey to the Hemkund Sahib Ji is a challenging 21-km uphill trek from Govindghat, which can be done on foot, with ponies or palanquins. The proposed ropeway is planned to provide convenience to pilgrims visiting the Hemkund Sahib Ji and tourists visiting the Valley of Flowers. It will also ensure all-weather last-mile connectivity between Govindghat and Hemkund Sahib Ji. The ropeway is planned to be developed in a public-private partnership and will be based on a Monocable Detachable Gondola (MDG) from Govindghat to Ghangaria (10.55 km), seamlessly integrated with the most advanced Tricable Detachable Gondola (3S) technology from Ghangaria to Hemkund Sahib Ji (1.85 km). Its design capacity is 1,100 passengers per hour per direction (PPHPD), carrying 11,000 passengers per day. The ropeway project will also generate substantial employment opportunities during construction and operations, as well as in allied tourism industries like hospitality, travel, food & beverage (F&B) and tourism throughout the year. (ANI)
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Business Standard
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Cane variety with 14% sugar recovery rate can boost Maha's economy: Gadkari
Union minister Nitin Gadkari highlighted the economic potential of a new sugarcane variety with a 14 per cent sugar recovery rate, stating that it could increase Maharashtra's economic output by ₹25,000 crore. Speaking at the silver jubilee event of the Saturday Club Global Trust in Nagpur, Gadkari said, 'Brazil has developed a sugarcane breed through biotechnology that offers a 14 per cent sugar recovery. If we use a similar variety in Maharashtra, it could positively impact our state's economy by ₹25,000 crore.' 'Kolhapur district currently records the highest sugar recovery in Maharashtra, at around 12 to 12.5 per cent, while Vidarbha lags at approximately 11.25 per cent. Even a 1 per cent increase in sugar recovery translates to gains of ₹7 to ₹8 crore,' he noted, highlighting the substantial economic benefits of improved sugarcane breeds. The minister mentioned that he had provided the Vasantdada Sugar Institute with comprehensive information about the high-yielding variety and requested it to develop a breed tailored to local conditions. 'Anyone who understands demand and supply can succeed. If you identify what is in short supply and produce it, there is profit,' he said. During his address, Gadkari also spoke about the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, stressing the importance of understanding market dynamics. He further emphasised that credibility and honesty are essential traits for entrepreneurs today. 'Credibility is more important than anything else in business. There are no shortcuts. Quality and punctuality are essential, and one must think with a futuristic vision for at least the next 25 years,' he added. Automobile industry Sharing insights on manufacturing scale, Gadkari recounted a conversation with the World Chairman of Mercedes-Benz. 'I told him I do not approve of your business model. You produce only 20,000 cars a year. If you increase that to two lakh cars, your production cost will fall by 22 per cent. Managing both quality and volume is crucial. Higher volumes reduce costs and improve market positioning,' he remarked. He pointed out that when he assumed office, the Indian automobile industry was worth ₹7 trillion, ranking seventh globally. 'Today, it is ₹23 trillion, and we have overtaken Japan to become the third-largest automobile economy. The United States tops the list at ₹78 trillion, followed by China at ₹49 trillion,' he said. Alternative fuels Discussing the shift towards alternative fuels, Gadkari acknowledged that while petrol and diesel remain the global standards, India is moving ahead with vehicles using CNG, LNG, ethanol, methanol, biodiesel, and hydrogen. 'My own car runs on a flex engine with 40 per cent ethanol blended in petrol. Petrol costs ₹120 per litre, while ethanol is about ₹60. Flex engines reduce transportation costs significantly,' he pointed out.
