Dharmendra Pradhan Celebrates Hindu College’s 126th Founder’s Day

On the occasion of Hindu College’s 126th Founder’s Day, Union Minister for Education Shri Dharmendra Pradhan attended the event in New Delhi, highlighting the college’s exceptional legacy in shaping India’s intellectual, cultural, and national identity. Shri Pradhan interacted with students, faculty, and staff members and visited an exhibition on Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, engaging with innovative ideas, prototypes, and business models. He expressed optimism that these young talents would lead the way for future innovation, entrepreneurship, and job creation. The event also saw him reflect on the college’s foundation, and its future role in India’s national development.

Key Points

• Event Attendance: Shri Dharmendra Pradhan attended Hindu College’s 126th Founder’s Day in New Delhi.
• Legacy of Hindu College: Pradhan praised the college for its long history of educational excellence, innovation, and contribution to shaping India’s intellectual and cultural identity.
• Founding Vision: He spoke about the college’s founding by Shri Krishan Dass Ji Gurwale, who countered the colonial impact on India’s education system.
• Focus on Innovation & Entrepreneurship: During his visit to the Skill Development and Entrepreneurship exhibition, Pradhan emphasized the importance of these sectors for India’s future, hoping the students will be flag-bearers of job creation and wealth generation.
• Sustaining Legacy: While creating a legacy is easy, sustaining it requires dedication, Pradhan noted, and congratulated the college community for its continuous commitment to excellence.
• Viksit Bharat 2047 Vision: He highlighted the Amrit Kaal (2023-2047) as a pivotal period for India and Hindu College, urging it to become a hub for research, innovation, and solutions to global challenges.
• Future Aspirations: Pradhan encouraged the college to work towards becoming a center of solutions and research, with students evolving into leaders in technology, policy, and entrepreneurship.

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Key Remarks from Dharmendra Pradhan

• Hindu College as a Temple of Learning: Described the college as a cradle of excellence and innovation.
• Commitment to Viksit Bharat 2047: Emphasized India’s goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047 and the role of educational institutions like Hindu College.
• Role of Hindu College in National Development: Envisioned Hindu College as a leader in shaping India’s transformation in the coming decades.
• Importance of Education: Stressed the role of education in building a self-reliant, innovative, and entrepreneurial India.