93 female gold medallists at DSPMU convocation reflect changing India, says Jharkhand governor
THE JHARKHAND STORY NETWORK Ranchi, September 24: As many as 93 women students among 142 gold medallists at the third convocation of…
THE JHARKHAND STORY NETWORK
Ranchi, September 24: As many as 93 women students among 142 gold medallists at the third convocation of Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee University (DSPMU), Ranchi, offered an inspiring picture of the changing India, Jharkhand Governor and Chancellor of state universities Santosh Kumar Gangwar said on Thursday.
Congratulating the degree and medal recipients, Gangwar said the achievement of the women students reflected the growing participation and success of young women across diverse fields. He noted that today’s daughters are demonstrating their talent in education, science, administration, medicine, technology and sports.
The Governor urged the graduates to recognise their potential, move forward with self-confidence and set new benchmarks of excellence.
93 women among 142 gold medallists
The Governor’s emphasis on the achievement of women students was a key highlight of his address at the DSPMU convocation.
He said the presence of 93 female gold medallists out of a total of 142 was not merely an academic achievement but also an encouraging indication of the changing aspirations and opportunities for India’s young women.
Gangwar urged the students to use their education and capabilities to contribute meaningfully to society while pursuing their individual aspirations.
Governor recalls Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee’s legacy
Recalling the contribution of Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee, after whom the university is named, Gangwar described him as an educationist, servant of the nation and visionary nation-builder who devoted his life to education, national service and national unity.
He told the graduates that being students of a university named after Dr Mukherjee meant becoming part of a tradition that values courage alongside knowledge, wisdom alongside thought and duty alongside rights.
He urged them to uphold the dignity of the university through their conduct and actions.
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‘Vidya Dadati Vinayam’ should guide graduates
Highlighting India’s long educational tradition, Gangwar referred to the Sanskrit maxim “Vidya Dadati Vinayam”, meaning that knowledge bestows humility.
He said education should go beyond the accumulation of information and involve reasoning, dialogue, wisdom and the pursuit of truth. He also recalled the contribution of ancient centres of learning such as Nalanda to India’s global knowledge tradition.
Youth must prepare for AI-driven future
The Governor also drew attention to the rapid changes being brought about by Artificial Intelligence, digital technology, biotechnology, space science and automation.
He urged the graduates to prepare themselves to contribute to the creative development and application of technology rather than becoming merely its consumers.
Technological advancement, he said, must remain connected with human sensitivity, ethics and social responsibility.
‘Don’t just seek jobs, create them’
Gangwar also advised the graduating students not to restrict their aspirations to finding employment.
Alongside seeking jobs, he encouraged them to develop the skills, innovative thinking and entrepreneurial capabilities needed to create employment opportunities.
Referring to the goal of ‘Viksit Bharat@2047’, he said the youth graduating from universities today would play an important role in shaping the India of 2047.
He urged the students to combine personal aspirations with a commitment to social progress and national development.
Governor asks students to remain humble
Concluding his address, Gangwar advised the graduates to remain humble in success and patient during difficult phases of life.
He said students should reflect not only on “What have I gained?” but also on “What have I contributed to society?”
