JAMMU, Jun 16: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha called on people to come forward and work for a harmonious and prosperous society on Friday, urging them to contribute to the government’s efforts for the betterment of future generations.
Launching a polythene free campaign here today, the LG said that nature unites us and people’s participation (Jan Bhagidari) is must for building a harmonious and prosperous society.
“Nature unites us, and Jan-Bhagidari is key to building a harmonious and prosperous society while effectively managing the challenges of climate change,” the LG said, adding, “People should actively contribute in such endeavours to build clean, smart, and green cities, as well as a better future for coming generations.”
The Lieutenant General also lauded the DRDO for developing the bio-plastic carry bag as an alternative to the polythene bags. “It is a significant step towards transforming urban landscape, faster sustainable development and ease of living of citizens,” he said.
Speaking during the 6th Convocation ceremony of Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Jammu, the LG lauded the National Education Policy-NEP-2020 and said it has empowered the younger generation and now they can fulfil their aspirations and make the country proud.
“The Prime Minister Narendra Modi has ensured that young generation is empowered through NEP-2020 and a powerful ecosystem of Digital India so that with unique combination of human capabilities and Artificial Intelligence, our youth fulfil their aspirations and make the country proud,” he said.
“The National Education Policy has brought big changes in the education sector,” he said.
The Lt Governor also congratulated the graduating students, their parents and the faculty members of IIM Jammu for their guidance and mentoring.
“India is emerging as a new knowledge economy on the world horizon and it is growing at an exponential pace” he said.
“The graduating students are making a new beginning of their life at a juncture when this glorious phase of our country’s development and growth have opened up new opportunities, new possibilities for all,” Sinha added.
“Building a dream in someone’s heart is bigger than building any physical structure in this world,” the LG said and added, “It is the best time for young minds to turn their ideas into reality and create a better future deeply rooted in our glorious past”.
The Lt Governor advised the students to be creative, focus on self-learning and remain rooted in the ancient values.
“Artificial Intelligence and other digital tools will help new ideas, curiosity and creativity to provide new momentum to nation building,” he added.
“Today’s youth represents the Indian generation that has Vedas in one hand and Artificial Intelligence in the other,” he said.
“India was known as the golden bird not only because we were hundreds of years ahead of other countries in civilization, culture and prosperity but also because we had the best academic institutions and the entire society was touching the pinnacle of consciousness,” he said.
Meanwhile, Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Ministry of Education, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship extended his heartiest greetings and best wishes to the students who are graduating from the IIM, Jammu.
Union Minister of State, Dr Jitendra Singh, said the passing-out students today are privileged to be the graduates and post graduates in the era, under the leadership of Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, which is the best time for the youth.
“You are among the earliest beneficiaries of NEP 2020 and will be the celebrators of century India in 2047, which comes with both challenges and responsibilities. Now, it depends on you how to tackle the challenges and discharge your responsibilities,” said the Union MoS.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between IIM Jammu and Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) was also signed on the occasion.
Dr. Milind Pralhad Kamble, Chairman, Board of Governors, IIM Jammu; Prof BS Sahay, Director IIM Jammu; Vice Chancellor of various universities, faculty members, and students were present.
