President Murmu Urges Graduates to Drive Inclusive Growth at CUAP’s First Convocation
Anantapuramu (Andhra Pradesh), July 1 (TNT): President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday called upon students to use their knowledge and skills for the service of society and contribute to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, while addressing the first convocation of the Central University of Andhra Pradesh.
Describing the inaugural convocation as a defining milestone in the university’s journey, the President expressed confidence that the institution would emerge as a centre of excellence and play a significant role in achieving the country’s development goals.
She appreciated the university’s long-term vision of becoming a future-ready institution and its commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly quality education, saying it reflected a sense of responsibility towards inclusive and equitable development.
Congratulating the graduating students, the President said the convocation marked the culmination of years of hard work, perseverance and dedication, opening new opportunities in their lives.
She noted that while students’ success was the result of their own efforts, it was also shaped by the sacrifices of their parents, the guidance of teachers and the support of society.
Therefore, she said, graduates have a responsibility to give back to society, whether as entrepreneurs, scientists, public servants or philanthropists.
Highlighting the rapid pace of technological advancement, the President said learning should not end with obtaining a degree and urged students to continuously adapt to emerging technologies, explore new ideas and acquire new knowledge.
She described India’s youth as the country’s greatest national asset and said their creativity, resilience and innovation could transform challenges into opportunities and help build a more inclusive and prosperous nation.
The President also stressed the importance of ethical values such as honesty, compassion, empathy and respect for nature, saying these form the foundation of holistic development and meaningful public service.
She urged the graduates to pursue excellence with dedication and integrity in whichever field they choose, adding that the vision of Viksit Bharat can be realised only through the energy, talent and commitment of the country’s youth.
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