DEHRADUN: Union minister Pralhad Joshi on Sunday urged students to continuously upgrade their knowledge and skills, emphasizing that lifelong learning is essential in a rapidly changing world. Addressing the 13th convocation ceremony of Graphic Era Deemed University in Dehradun, Joshi stated that the 21st century would belong to India and that the country’s youth would play a decisive role in building a developed nation.
Convocation Highlights
At the convocation, degrees were awarded to 3,691 students, including 34 PhD scholars, while 57 students received gold medals. The event celebrated academic excellence and the achievements of the graduating class.
India's Growth and Youth Potential
Union minister Joshi remarked, “India has emerged as the world’s fastest-growing economy due to the talent, innovation and hard work of its young population.” He highlighted achievements such as Chandrayaan and the Digital India initiative, noting that the future would be driven by research, innovation and the startup ecosystem. Joshi also advised students to remain humble, face challenges courageously and remember the sacrifices of their parents and teachers.
Education and Nation-Building
Uttarakhand higher education minister Dhan Singh Rawat, who was also present at the event, said education was not merely a means of earning a degree but also a tool for personality development and nation-building. He credited the university with bringing national recognition to Uttarakhand through quality education and described the journey of its founder, Kamal Ghanshala, as inspiring for students.
Call for Job Creators
Speaking on the occasion, Ghanshala urged students to become job creators instead of job seekers and called for greater focus on manufacturing, innovation and high-quality research. His address reinforced the need for entrepreneurial thinking and self-reliance among the youth.
