NewzVille Desk
The Vice-President of India, C. P. Radhakrishnan today addressed the 9th Convocation of Jawaharlal Nehru University in New Delhi. He congratulated the graduating students and urged them to dedicate their knowledge and skills to the service of the nation.
Remembering Swami Vivekananda on his birth anniversary, the Vice-President said education must go beyond degrees to build character, strengthen intellect and empower individuals to stand on their own feet.
He emphasized that education and proper training alone would enable India’s youth to realise Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of a Viksit Bharat @2047.
Referring to the democratic ethos of JNU, Radhakrishnan said debate, discussion, dissent and even confrontation are essential elements of a healthy democracy. However, he added that such processes must ultimately lead to a conclusion. Once a decision is taken, he emphasised, there must be a collective willingness to cooperate in its implementation to ensure smooth and effective administration.
The Vice President appreciated the inclusive atmosphere of JNU and the efforts taken by the University to promote equity and social inclusion in both student admissions and faculty recruitment.
Union Minister for Education Dharmendra Pradhan, Chancellor of Jawaharlal Nehru University Kanwal Sibal, Vice Chancellor of Jawaharlal Nehru University Prof. Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit, senior officials, faculty members, graduating students and their families were present on the occasion.
