President Mrs. Draupadi Murmu, who reached the tenth convocation of Guru Ghasidas University, awarded degrees to 2946 students
60 percent of the degree holders are girl students, the President said that this is a big achievement in the direction of women empowerment
Raipur, 01 September 2023
President Smt. Draupadi Murmu, who arrived to participate in the 10th convocation of Guru Ghasidas University and award degrees to the students, explained the success of life through the Chandrayaan mission. The President said that India’s Chandrayaan made a successful landing on the surface of the Moon. Sincerely worked on this for years. Obstacles kept coming in the way but we did not stop. This happens in personal life as well. Keep working hard with continuous efficiency, never get discouraged by immediate success, challenges come in our life and also bring new opportunities. It is notable that the President awarded degrees to 2946 students on this occasion. Governor Mr. Vishwabhushan Harichandan and Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel also addressed the students at the function.
Starting his address with Jai Johar, the President said in his address that today our tricolor has reached the moon. It is a matter of historical achievement. How did the scientists achieve this feat? In this regard, events should be organized in the university so that scientific attitude i.e. scientific temper can be created in the society. It is included in the fundamental duties of the constitution. I am happy that this university has modern laboratories. Accelerator based research center has also been established here. This university should make its mark in the world through its research. The countries which are ahead in adopting science and technology will progress more. In our space mission we faced some non-cooperation from the world, yet we persevered forward.
The President said that this university is important because it is named after Guru Ghasidas. He gave a similar message to each other. Guru Ghasidas gave the message of equality. Only by following the ideals of equality can the youth walk on the path of happiness and build a civilized society.
On this occasion, the President also remembered Swami Vivekananda. He said that the airport of Raipur is named after Swami Vivekananda. Along with physical health, he also gave importance to sports. Swamiji was an idol of self-confidence. Swamiji had proclaimed the superiority of Indian culture to the world in Chicago. At that time the mentality of slavery was at its peak in India. The people of Asia were suffering from the feeling of inferiority. In such an environment, Vivekananda raised the name of India. The young generation should take inspiration from Swami Vivekananda.
The President said that he is happy that out of 76 students who received gold medals, 45 are girl students, which is about 60 percent of the total number. 47 percent girls are studying in the university. This is a big step towards women empowerment. Half of the country’s population is women. By empowering them the country will become stronger.
He said that there is a large tribal community in the area around the university. One-third of the state’s population is tribal. Topics like sensitivity towards tribal community and women’s participation are very important. Good work is being done by the university in this regard.
The President congratulated the students for their achievements at the graduation ceremony. He also underlined the contribution of the students, their parents and the teaching staff of the university for this achievement.
Education makes us cultured and disciplined: Governor Mr. Vishwabhushan Harichandan
In his address on the occasion, Governor Shri Vishwabhushan Harichandan while congratulating the students said that convocation is a dignified ceremony which recognizes your hard work and also brings with it a responsibility. You will get many opportunities to explore different aspects of life as well as learn new things. During this phase you will imbibe values and develop capabilities. Education not only makes us cultured, it also makes us disciplined. It also helps us to get position, wealth and prestige in the society. When you achieve these things, So along with this it also helps in developing as a human being. On this occasion, the Governor recalled the historical contribution of the personalities of the freedom struggle. He said that the freedom fighters have given us freedom by fighting hard against the British rule. We have to work hard and spend our lives working for the welfare of the marginalized people. This is true service.
On the basis of hard work, he has proved himself worthy of gold medals: Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel
On this occasion, Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel said that all of you talented students have proved themselves worthy of titles and gold medals on the strength of their hard work, intelligence and discipline. This university has always been a beacon of knowledge. Our state has always been prosperous. Here, with the blessings of our ancestors, our state is moving forward on excellent human values. We have abundant resources, rich biodiversity, dense forests, beautiful nature, beautiful life, excellent human values. We are constantly working to take the youth forward. We recruited 42 thousand posts. Through Rural Industrial Parks we have provided employment, self-employment and enterprises. We are also providing unemployment allowance, So that the youth can get financial strength and they can prepare for a good future. The Chief Minister also remembered Guru Ghasidas ji on this occasion. He said that he worked for an egalitarian society by giving the message of equal treatment.
On this occasion, Vice Chancellor of the University, Shri Alok Kumar Chakrawal presented the report of the University in which he presented the details of various achievements of the University in the function.
Union Minister of State for Tribal Development Smt. Renuka Singh was present as a special guest at the ceremony. Also Higher Education Minister Mr. Umesh Patel, Mayor of Municipal Corporation Bilaspur Mr. Ramsharan Yadav, Bilaspur MP Mr. Arun Sao, Durg MP Mr. Vijay Baghel, Bilaspur MLA Mr. Shailesh Pandey, Takhatpur MLA Mrs. Rashmi Ashish Singh, Bilha MLA Mr. Dharamlal Kaushik, Beltara MLA Mr. Rajneesh Singh, President of State Industrial Development Corporation Mr. Nand Kumar Sai, President of Chhattisgarh Tourism Board Mr. Atal Srivastava, many public representatives, senior administrative officers and a large number of students were present.
