President Draupadi Murmu Encourages Graduates at Guru Ghasidas University Convocation
TFP Bureau Raipur; September 1, 2023: President Draupadi Murmu graced the tenth convocation ceremony of Guru Ghasidas University, where she inspired the graduates with valuable life lessons drawn from India’s Chandrayaan mission. The event saw President Murmu awarding degrees to a remarkable 2,946 students, with a noteworthy 60% of recipients being young women, marking significant progress toward women’s empowerment.
Addressing the convocation, President Murmu likened life’s journey to the Chandrayaan mission, emphasizing the importance of facing challenges with resilience and unwavering determination. She lauded India’s successful lunar landing and stressed the years of tireless effort put in despite numerous obstacles, drawing a parallel to personal endeavors.
President Murmu initiated her speech by hailing the recent milestone of India’s tricolor reaching the moon’s surface, commending the scientists responsible for this historic achievement. She urged the university to organize events fostering scientific temper and promoting fundamental duties, highlighting the importance of scientific advancement in modern society.
The President noted the university’s advanced laboratories and accelerator-based research center, encouraging it to gain recognition on the global stage through groundbreaking research. She acknowledged the challenges faced during space missions and the importance of perseverance.
President Murmu highlighted the significance of Guru Ghasidas University, named after a proponent of equality, as a beacon for youth to follow the path of happiness and contribute to a civilized society.
Swami Vivekananda’s legacy was also evoked, with President Murmu emphasizing his role in raising India’s stature on the global stage and urging the younger generation to draw inspiration from his self-confidence.
Expressing her joy at the high number of female gold medal recipients, President Murmu emphasized the pivotal role of women in India’s development and the need for their empowerment.
She also recognized the university’s location in a region with a significant tribal population, emphasizing sensitivity toward these communities and female participation as essential factors.
President Murmu congratulated the graduates, acknowledging their hard work and the contributions of parents and faculty members.
Governor Vishwabhushan Harichandan’s Message on Education and Discipline:
In his address, Governor Vishwabhushan Harichandan congratulated the graduates and highlighted the significance of convocation ceremonies, symbolizing both recognition of their efforts and a responsibility to society. He stressed that education not only imparts culture but also instills discipline, leading to personal growth and societal progress.
Governor Harichandan also commemorated the contributions of freedom fighters and encouraged the youth to work for the welfare of marginalized communities.
Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel Praises Graduates’ Achievements:
Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel commended the talented graduates for their hard work, intelligence, and discipline, recognizing their worthiness of titles and gold medals. He highlighted the state’s abundant resources, biodiversity, and commitment to empowering its youth.
The Chief Minister recalled Guru Ghasidas’ message of equality and his work toward building an egalitarian society.
The convocation ceremony was attended by various dignitaries, including Union Minister of State for Tribal Development Renuka Singh, Higher Education Minister Umesh Patel, and several other public representatives, marking a momentous celebration of academic achievement at Guru Ghasidas University.
