Vice-President addresses the 43rd convocation of IIT,Dhanbad

Dhanbad, Jharkhand
December 10, 2023

Higher educational institutes as not mere ivory towers of intellect, but powerful engines of economic growth- VP
Vice-President acknowledges the global recognition of the Indian Prime Minister as a world leader
PM institution is a National institution’ do not associate it to a political party-VP
Quality education stands as the most impactful transformational mechanism in a journey of a country-VP
Amrit Kaal stands is our Gaurav Kaal-VP

The Vice-President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar today emphasized the pivotal role of higher educational institutes as not mere ivory towers of intellect, but powerful engines of economic growth.Describing education as the most impactful transformational mechanism in society, he stressed that a nation's stature is intricately linked to the quality of education provided to its youth,

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Addressing the annual convocation of IIT Dhanbad (ISM) today, the Vice President today underscored the global recognition of the Indian Prime Minister as a world leader. Emphasizing a non-partisan approach, the Shri Dhankhar stated, "I don't see politics in appreciating any individual. I don't associate Prime Ministerial institution to a political party. The PM institution is a national institution."

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Shri Dhankhar emphasized the critical role of both the State & Central Governments in the development of the nation. He underlined that when it comes to Bharat, no political parties can have difference of opinion, except the welfare of the nation.

Referring to institutions like IITs as the crucibles for change, Shri Dhankhar envisioned their pivotal role in propelling India as a global technology leader. He further stated that we are standing at the threshold of a technological revolution that will fundamentally transform our way of life, work, and social interaction.

The Vice President further said that on the account the epochal achievements in legislation, reservation for women and groundbreaking policies, our Amrit Kaal stands as our Gaurav Kaal.

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Lauding the nation's strides in defense capabilities, VP highlighted the Prime Minister's visionary initiatives encompassing the launch of indigenous warship Vikrant, frigates, fighter planes, strategic helicopters, and missiles. He stated that this underscores India's commitment to technological advancement.

Recognising the alumni of IITs as reservoir of talent and praising their immense contribution made in varied fields, theVice-Presidentsuggested to evolve a confederation of alumni associations so that their experience, expertise and exposure can be utilized in policy making and they can act as catalyst of change.

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Shri C.P Radhakrishnan, Governor State of Jharkhand,Shri Banna Gupta, Minister of Health, Medical Education and Family Welfare, Government of Jharkhand, Prof. Prem Vrat, Chairman, BoG, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, Prof. J. K. Pattanayak, Director, IIT(ISM) Dhanbad and other dignitaries were present on the occasion.

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