JAMMU, Sep 17: Cluster University of Jammu (CLUJ), in collaboration with Bharatiya Shikshan Mandal, Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh Pranth, organised a special lecture on the theme “From Youth Power to National Power: Towards a Developed Bharat” at the Conference Hall of GGM Science College, Jammu, on Thursday.
The programme was organised with the objective of sensitising and inspiring the youth towards their role in nation-building and in achieving the vision of a developed Bharat. The special lecture provided an important platform for students and faculty members to reflect upon the potential of the country’s young population and the responsibilities associated with transforming youth energy, ideas and capabilities into constructive national power.
The programme commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, followed by a welcome address by, Prof. Sanjeev Jain, Vice-Chancellor, Cluster University of Jammu, who highlighted the importance of engaging young minds in the developmental journey of the nation and emphasised the significant role that educational institutions could play in nurturing responsible, skilled and socially conscious citizens.
The highlight of the programme was the special lecture delivered by B.R. Shankaranand, Akhil Bharatiya Sangathan Mantri, Bharatiya Shikshan Mandal.
In his address, he dwelt upon the immense potential of the youth and the need to channelise their energy, creativity, knowledge and aspirations towards nation-building. He emphasised that the youth constituted an important force in shaping the future of the country and that education should go beyond academic achievement to develop a sense of responsibility, social commitment and national consciousness.
Shankaranand also spoke about the vision of a developed Bharat and the collective responsibility of educational institutions, teachers and students in contributing towards this larger national objective. He encouraged students to develop confidence, leadership qualities, innovative thinking and a strong commitment to society. The lecture also focused on the importance of values, knowledge, skills and active participation of young people in the country’s social and economic progress.
The programme witnessed the participation of faculty members, students and representatives associated with Cluster University of Jammu and Bharatiya Shikshan Mandal. The interaction provided an opportunity for the participants to gain broader perspectives on youth empowerment, education, national development and the responsibilities of the younger generation.
The programme concluded with the vote of thanks proposed by Prof. K.S. Chandrasekar, Vice-Chancellor, Cluster University of Jammu, who expressed gratitude to the distinguished speaker, dignitaries, collaborating organisation, Principal GGM Science College Jammu, Prof. (Dr) Romesh Kumar Gupta, faculty members, students and all those who contributed to the successful conduct of the programme.