Bhubaneswar, Nov 21 : President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday urged students to strive to become agents of positive change, advocates of diversity, and champions of integrity.
Addressing the annual convocation of Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT) at Burla, Sambalpur, the President advised students to be mindful of the fact that their success will not solely be measured by their achievements but will also be measured by the positive impact they will make on the lives of others.
She urged them to make every effort for excellence, not just for personal gain, but also for the progress of the Nation.
The President said we should not forget our traditional values while embracing technical advancements. The National Education Policy – 2020 focuses on mother tongue, tradition, and culture.
She emphasised that the development of the country should be inclusive and dedicated to the entire humanity. She said that we must always remember the values inherent in our culture to make development humanity-friendly.
The President said the development of the country depends on the contribution of youth. Students graduating from this university will be responsible for constructing roads, buildings, dams, and factories using the latest technologies.
As engineers, they will be the architects of progress and as innovators, they will be bridges between imagination and reality.
The President was happy to note that a special Satellite Launch Vehicle developed by the students of the VSSUT has been successful on an experimental basis. It received appreciation from ISRO and a MoU has been signed between the University and ISRO for further research.
The President said a target has been fixed to make India a developed country before 2047. She said technocrats and engineers will play an important role in making India a developed nation.