Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan has stressed that educational institutions must go beyond preparing students for careers and focus on creating responsible citizens for democracy and society.
Addressing the Golden Jubilee celebrations of Geetanagar College in Guwahati today, he said quality education, research, and character building are essential for the nation’s progress.
The Vice President highlighted the growing achievements of women in higher education, describing it as a welcome transformation and a reflection of Nari Shakti. He noted that providing women with the right education and opportunities enables them to stand on their own feet, which constitutes true empowerment.
Referring to Assam’s development trajectory, Radhakrishnan said that over the last five years, Assam’s economy has expanded by 45%, with per capita income rising by 54% from 2021-22 to 2024-25. Emphasizing Prime Minister’s vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047, the Vice President said the inclusive development of every state and region, particularly the North East, is essential to achieving this goal.
The Vice President is on a two-day visit to Assam starting today. This afternoon, Shri Radhakrishnan will attend the Convocation Ceremony of Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences at Jyoti-Bishnu Antarjatik Kala Mandir, Guwahati.
