Young graduates should uphold constitutional values: Patna High Court judge P.B. Bajanthri
In his convocation address at the Bengaluru City University (BCU) on Wednesday, he said the country stands at a pivotal moment, poised for unprecedented growth. 'However, this growth must be inclusive and equitable. The issue of socio-economic inequality is a persistent challenge that demands our collective attention. Your generation has the potential to lead this transformation by championing policies and practices that promote fairness and access for all,' he told the graduates.
'If you are in any sector, think about innovations that can bridge the opportunity gap and empower the next generation, regardless of their background. Sustainable economic development is not just about Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth; it's about ensuring that the benefits of this growth are shared broadly, leading to a more just distribution of wealth and opportunities, and in the digital realm, you have the power to connect, empower, and transform lives through digital platform, ensuring inclusion as a reality for everyone, thereby directly addressing one facet of inequality,' he added.
Addressing the gathering, Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot said, 'The strength of educated youth can transform the future of the nation. No matter which field you choose — science, technology, business, arts, or social service — your dedication and efforts will lead India towards progress.' The Governor also applauded the National Education Policy 2020, which emphasises the use of regional languages as a medium of instruction and aims to make education more inclusive, practical, and rooted in Indian values.
In the fourth convocation, 39,780 students were conferred degrees — nine PhDs, 32,486 undergraduate degrees, and 7,285 postgraduate degrees, and in all, 57 gold medals were presented. K.R. Jalaja, acting Vice-Chancellor of the university, and B. Ramesh, Registrar (Evaluation) were among those present.
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