Assam Governor attends 6th convocation of Assam Royal Global University
Calls upon graduates to uphold integrity, character and social responsibility
Guwahati,Rongili Barta: Assam Governor Shri Lakshman Prasad Acharya today attended the 6th Convocation of Assam Royal Global University where he called upon the graduating students to uphold the values of integrity, discipline, empathy and honesty while pursuing their professional aspirations and contributing to nation-building.
Addressing the graduates on the occasion, Governor Shri Acharya said that academic qualifications alone do not define an individual’s success; rather, character and moral values reflect the true worth of education. Recalling the words of the Iron Man of India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, “Education without character is of no value,” he said that education must nurture wisdom, ethical values and a sense of responsibility towards society.
Referring to the vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047 articulated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Governor said that the youth should play a decisive role in transforming India into a developed nation. He urged the graduates to connect their knowledge, skills and professional excellence with the needs of the nation and contribute towards inclusive growth and national progress.
As the Visitor of the University, Shri Acharya lauded Assam Royal Global University for its contribution to the expansion of higher education in North East. He said that universities must go beyond classroom teaching and promote scientific temper, research, innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship. He also stressed the importance of integrating India’s traditional knowledge systems with modern science and encouraging research that addresses local challenges.
Highlighting the immense potential of Assam and the Northeast, the Governor said that sectors such as agriculture, tea, horticulture, handloom, handicrafts, tourism and biodiversity-based enterprises offer tremendous opportunities for innovation and entrepreneurship. He called upon the graduates to utilise their knowledge and skills to empower local communities, strengthen rural enterprises and contribute towards building Viksit Assam, which would further strengthen the vision of Viksit Bharat.
The Governor advised the students to dream big and work consistently, never stop learning treat failures as opportunities for improvement, remain humble in success and connect their talents with the needs of society. He also urged them to extend a helping hand to the less privileged and regard honest performance of their duties as an important form of national service.
Congratulating the graduates, Shri Acharya acknowledged the contributions of parents and teachers in shaping their academic journeys and encouraged the students to continue on the path of knowledge, excellence and selfless service. He expressed confidence that their achievements would contribute meaningfully towards social progress and national prosperity.
The convocation address was delivered by Padma Bhushan awardee and Editor-in-Chief of The Print Shekhar Gupta. Assam Education Minister Dr. Ranoj Pegu and Mizoram Education Minister Dr. Vanlalthlana also addressed the students. Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare J. P. Nadda conveyed his congratulations to the graduates through a video message.
Altogether, 1,609 graduates received their degrees, including 45 Ph.D. degrees, 832 undergraduate degrees, 685 postgraduate degrees and 47 diplomas.
The university also conferred Honoris Causa degrees upon five distinguished personalities: Dr. Ashok Seth, Padma Bhushan awardee and Chairman, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute; Sudha Murty, Padma Bhushan awardee, Rajya Sabha MP, renowned author and philanthropist; Sajjan Jindal, Chairman and Managing Director, JSW Group; Devajit Saikia, Advocate General of Assam and Secretary, BCCI; and William Dalrymple, eminent historian, and author.
Chancellor, Assam Royal Global University Dr. A. K. Pansari; Vice-Chancellor of the University Prof. Alak Buragohai, members of the Governing Body, Board of Management and Academic Council; faculty members, students and other dignitaries were present at the convocation.