Chandigarh - Haryana Governor Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh has called upon young people to contribute significantly to the development of the nation and the state through education, innovation, entrepreneurship and social commitment. He said that in today’s world, society needs not only individuals who can find answers to questions but also young minds with the courage to ask meaningful questions and explore new possibilities.
The Governor said that a student’s true identity is defined not merely by academic qualifications but also by the depth of their thinking, strength of character and ability to apply knowledge for the welfare of humanity. He urged students to make knowledge, character and human values the cornerstones of their lives.
Governor Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh was addressing the 35th Convocation Ceremony of RKSD College in Kaithal on Tuesday as the Chief Guest. Degrees were conferred upon approximately 190 undergraduate and postgraduate students on the occasion.
Congratulating the graduating students, the Governor said that the convocation marked not only a celebration of their academic achievements but also the beginning of a new journey in their lives. Having acquired knowledge over the years, they now had the opportunity to bring positive change to society through their ideas, talents and capabilities. He encouraged postgraduate students to translate their knowledge and experience into fresh perspectives, innovative ideas and meaningful social change.
Commending RKSD College for its contribution to education, the Governor said that the institution currently caters to approximately 5,000 students, including 2,600 female students, and remains committed to their academic and holistic development. He said that the knowledge, guidance and values imparted by teachers would remain invaluable assets throughout the students’ lives. The conduct, ideals and guidance of teachers inspire students to face future challenges with confidence and integrity.
The Governor said that RKSD College, which has been contributing to the field of education since 1954, is one of Haryana’s prominent educational institutions. The college has played an important role in providing quality education, particularly to students from surrounding rural areas. He emphasized that every effort must be made to ensure that no student in Haryana is deprived of the opportunity to receive quality education.
He also called upon students, teachers and parents to work collectively towards making Haryana a developed state and realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. He said that a commitment to knowledge, innovation, hard work, entrepreneurship and social responsibility was essential to building a future in which the benefits of development reach every section of society, ensuring equal opportunities, dignity and prosperity for all.
Prominent among those present on the occasion were Ashwani Shorwala, President of the Rashtriya Vidya Samiti; former committee presidents Satish Bansal, Saket Mangal and Anil Shorwala; Vice-Presidents Mahesh Mangal and Shyam Bansal; General Secretary Pankaj Bansal; Municipal Councillor Rohan Mittal; Treasurer Ashok Mangal; Governing Body Treasurer Sunil Chaudhary; College Principal Dr. Gagan Mittal; Vice-Principal Dr. Rajbir Parashar; Navneet Goyal; Arun Sarraf; Dr. C.B. Saini; faculty members; distinguished guests; students; and their parents.