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Vice President addresses 9th Convocation of the Central University of Himachal Pradesh

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Vice President praises Himachal Pradesh as Dev Bhoomi and Veer Bhoomi; says the state has contributed significantly to the nation’s armed forces Vice President expresses happiness over the growing number of women graduates and medalists, reflecting the empowerment and contribution of women to the nation’s progress Vice President lauds the University's initiative for a drug-free campus, calls on youth to say “No to Drugs” Posted On: 14 MAR 2026 1:51PM by PIB Delhi The Vice President of India,Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, today addressed the 9th Convocation of the Central University of Himachal Pradesh at Dharamshala. Vice President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan addressed the 9th Convocation of the Central University of Himachal Pradesh in Dharamshala today. Praising Himachal Pradesh as Dev Bhoomi and Veer Bhoomi, the Vice President said the state has made significant contributions to the nation’s… pic.twitter.com/9cDK0wshOb — Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) March 14, 2026 Praising Himachal Pradesh as Dev Bhoomi and Veer Bhoomi, the Vice President said that the state has contributed significantly to the nation’s armed forces. He also commended the state for its rich hospitality, vibrant culture and enduring traditions. Referring to India’s rich academic heritage, the Vice President said that great ancient centres of learning such as Nalanda University and Takshashila flourished because of the wisdom, scholarship and constant intellectual evolution of their teachers. The gurus and acharyas of these institutions were lifelong learners who refined their knowledge through debate, dialogue and research, creating an environment where ideas flourished and civilizations advanced. In the same spirit, he emphasised that modern universities must prioritise faculty development and encourage innovation in teaching, interdisciplinary research and global collaboration. The Vice President said that the Central University of Himachal Pradesh is enthusiastically implementing the National Education Policy 2020 and has introduced subjects related to Indian Knowledge Traditions, thereby fostering a new culture of education with a fresh perspective. He appreciated the university’s initiative to translate several works into Dogri and translate Hindi literature into Punjabi, noting that its emphasis on ‘Swadeshi Chintan’ and Indian research methods reflects renewed confidence in India’s intellectual traditions. The Vice President stressed the need for greater collaboration between higher education institutions of the Central and State Governments. Such partnerships through joint research, shared faculty expertise, digital resources and academic exchanges, he said, can create a larger community of learning that benefits students and scholars alike and contribute to building a globally competitive higher education ecosystem for a Viksit Bharat. The Vice President said that initiatives such as Startup India and Make in India have opened new avenues for young innovators. He appreciated the university for encouraging innovation among youth and for its “Community Lab” initiative, through which students and faculty engage with nearby communities, strengthening outreach and helping students understand the realities of rural India. Referring to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, he said that transforming India into a developed nation by the centenary of independence will require economic growth, social inclusion, technological advancement, environmental sustainability and ethical leadership. He added that students and youth are among the most important stakeholders in realising this vision. He emphasised that the vision of Viksit Bharat must be based on inclusive development where none of our states or sections of society are left behind. Appreciating the university’s initiatives towards creating a drug-free campus, he said that drugs adversely affect youth, society and the nation, and urged everyone to create greater awareness against drug abuse. He also called upon the youth to commit themselves to using their knowledge for the welfare of society, to live for the betterment of the nation, to always say “No to Drugs”, and above all to keep the nation first 'Rashtra Pratham'. He noted that at today’s convocation, more than 700 meritorious students were awarded degrees and medals, with a majority being women. He said that Out of 32 gold medalists, 23 were young women, reflecting the growing empowerment and contribution of women to the progress of the nation. The Governor of Himachal Pradesh, Kavinder Gupta, the Agriculture Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Chander Kumar, the Leader of Opposition in the Himachal Pradesh Assembly, Jai Ram Thakur, Members of Parliament Rajeev Bhardwaj and Anurag Singh Thakur, Chancellor Harmohinder Singh Bedi and Vice Chancellor Sat Prakash Bansal were present on the occasion along with faculty members, students and other dignitaries. *** PR/VMJ/ASM (Release ID: 2240105) Visitor Counter : 650 Read this release in: Urdu , हिन्दी , Gujarati , Tamil , Malayalam Vice President's Secretariat Vice President addresses 9th Convocation of the Central University of Himachal Pradesh Vice President praises Himachal Pradesh as Dev Bhoomi and Veer Bhoomi; says the state has contributed significantly to the nation’s armed forces Vice President expresses happiness over the growing number of women graduates and medalists, reflecting the empowerment and contribution of women to the nation’s progress Vice President lauds the University's initiative for a drug-free campus, calls on youth to say “No to Drugs” Posted On: 14 MAR 2026 1:51PM by PIB Delhi The Vice President of India,Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, today addressed the 9th Convocation of the Central University of Himachal Pradesh at Dharamshala. Vice President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan addressed the 9th Convocation of the Central University of Himachal Pradesh in Dharamshala today. Praising Himachal Pradesh as Dev Bhoomi and Veer Bhoomi, the Vice President said the state has made significant contributions to the nation’s… pic.twitter.com/9cDK0wshOb — Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) March 14, 2026 Praising Himachal Pradesh as Dev Bhoomi and Veer Bhoomi, the Vice President said that the state has contributed significantly to the nation’s armed forces. He also commended the state for its rich hospitality, vibrant culture and enduring traditions. Referring to India’s rich academic heritage, the Vice President said that great ancient centres of learning such as Nalanda University and Takshashila flourished because of the wisdom, scholarship and constant intellectual evolution of their teachers. The gurus and acharyas of these institutions were lifelong learners who refined their knowledge through debate, dialogue and research, creating an environment where ideas flourished and civilizations advanced. In the same spirit, he emphasised that modern universities must prioritise faculty development and encourage innovation in teaching, interdisciplinary research and global collaboration. The Vice President said that the Central University of Himachal Pradesh is enthusiastically implementing the National Education Policy 2020 and has introduced subjects related to Indian Knowledge Traditions, thereby fostering a new culture of education with a fresh perspective. He appreciated the university’s initiative to translate several works into Dogri and translate Hindi literature into Punjabi, noting that its emphasis on ‘Swadeshi Chintan’ and Indian research methods reflects renewed confidence in India’s intellectual traditions. The Vice President stressed the need for greater collaboration between higher education institutions of the Central and State Governments. Such partnerships through joint research, shared faculty expertise, digital resources and academic exchanges, he said, can create a larger community of learning that benefits students and scholars alike and contribute to building a globally competitive higher education ecosystem for a Viksit Bharat. The Vice President said that initiatives such as Startup India and Make in India have opened new avenues for young innovators. He appreciated the university for encouraging innovation among youth and for its “Community Lab” initiative, through which students and faculty engage with nearby communities, strengthening outreach and helping students understand the realities of rural India. Referring to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, he said that transforming India into a developed nation by the centenary of independence will require economic growth, social inclusion, technological advancement, environmental sustainability and ethical leadership. He added that students and youth are among the most important stakeholders in realising this vision. He emphasised that the vision of Viksit Bharat must be based on inclusive development where none of our states or sections of society are left behind. Appreciating the university’s initiatives towards creating a drug-free campus, he said that drugs adversely affect youth, society and the nation, and urged everyone to create greater awareness against drug abuse. He also called upon the youth to commit themselves to using their knowledge for the welfare of society, to live for the betterment of the nation, to always say “No to Drugs”, and above all to keep the nation first 'Rashtra Pratham'. He noted that at today’s convocation, more than 700 meritorious students were awarded degrees and medals, with a majority being women. He said that Out of 32 gold medalists, 23 were young women, reflecting the growing empowerment and contribution of women to the progress of the nation. The Governor of Himachal Pradesh, Kavinder Gupta, the Agriculture Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Chander Kumar, the Leader of Opposition in the Himachal Pradesh Assembly, Jai Ram Thakur, Members of Parliament Rajeev Bhardwaj and Anurag Singh Thakur, Chancellor Harmohinder Singh Bedi and Vice Chancellor Sat Prakash Bansal were present on the occasion along with faculty members, students and other dignitaries. *** PR/VMJ/ASM (Release ID: 2240105) Vice President praises Himachal Pradesh as Dev Bhoomi and Veer Bhoomi; says the state has contributed significantly to the nation’s armed forces Vice President expresses happiness over the growing number of women graduates and medalists, reflecting the empowerment and contribution of women to the nation’s progress Vice President lauds the University's initiative for a drug-free campus, calls on youth to say “No to Drugs” " /> The Vice President of India,Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, today addressed the 9th Convocation of the Central University of Himachal Pradesh at Dharamshala. Vice President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan addressed the 9th Convocation of the Central University of Himachal Pradesh in Dharamshala today. Praising Himachal Pradesh as Dev Bhoomi and Veer Bhoomi, the Vice President said the state has made significant contributions to the nation’s… <a href="https://t.co/9cDK0wshOb">pic.twitter.com/9cDK0wshOb</a>— Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/VPIndia/status/2032727059039138182?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 14, 2026</a> Praising Himachal Pradesh as Dev Bhoomi and Veer Bhoomi, the Vice President said that the state has contributed significantly to the nation’s armed forces. He also commended the state for its rich hospitality, vibrant culture and enduring traditions. Referring to India’s rich academic heritage, the Vice President said that great ancient centres of learning such as Nalanda University and Takshashila flourished because of the wisdom, scholarship and constant intellectual evolution of their teachers. The gurus and acharyas of these institutions were lifelong learners who refined their knowledge through debate, dialogue and research, creating an environment where ideas flourished and civilizations advanced. In the same spirit, he emphasised that modern universities must prioritise faculty development and encourage innovation in teaching, interdisciplinary research and global collaboration. The Vice President said that the Central University of Himachal Pradesh is enthusiastically implementing the National Education Policy 2020 and has introduced subjects related to Indian Knowledge Traditions, thereby fostering a new culture of education with a fresh perspective. He appreciated the university’s initiative to translate several works into Dogri and translate Hindi literature into Punjabi, noting that its emphasis on ‘Swadeshi Chintan’ and Indian research methods reflects renewed confidence in India’s intellectual traditions. The Vice President stressed the need for greater collaboration between higher education institutions of the Central and State Governments. Such partnerships through joint research, shared faculty expertise, digital resources and academic exchanges, he said, can create a larger community of learning that benefits students and scholars alike and contribute to building a globally competitive higher education ecosystem for a Viksit Bharat. The Vice President said that initiatives such as Startup India and Make in India have opened new avenues for young innovators. He appreciated the university for encouraging innovation among youth and for its “Community Lab” initiative, through which students and faculty engage with nearby communities, strengthening outreach and helping students understand the realities of rural India. Referring to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, he said that transforming India into a developed nation by the centenary of independence will require economic growth, social inclusion, technological advancement, environmental sustainability and ethical leadership. He added that students and youth are among the most important stakeholders in realising this vision. He emphasised that the vision of Viksit Bharat must be based on inclusive development where none of our states or sections of society are left behind. Appreciating the university’s initiatives towards creating a drug-free campus, he said that drugs adversely affect youth, society and the nation, and urged everyone to create greater awareness against drug abuse. He also called upon the youth to commit themselves to using their knowledge for the welfare of society, to live for the betterment of the nation, to always say “No to Drugs”, and above all to keep the nation first 'Rashtra Pratham'. He noted that at today’s convocation, more than 700 meritorious students were awarded degrees and medals, with a majority being women. He said that Out of 32 gold medalists, 23 were young women, reflecting the growing empowerment and contribution of women to the progress of the nation. The Governor of Himachal Pradesh, Kavinder Gupta, the Agriculture Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Chander Kumar, the Leader of Opposition in the Himachal Pradesh Assembly, Jai Ram Thakur, Members of Parliament Rajeev Bhardwaj and Anurag Singh Thakur, Chancellor Harmohinder Singh Bedi and Vice Chancellor Sat Prakash Bansal were present on the occasion along with faculty members, students and other dignitaries. *** PR/VMJ/ASM  " /> var mPlayer = document.getElementById("background_music"); var mPlayAction = document.getElementById("playbutton"); var isPlaying = false; function playAudio() { mPlayer.play(); isPlaying = true; document.getElementById('stopA').style.display = "block"; document.getElementById('playA').style.display = "none"; } function pauseAudio() { mPlayer.pause(); isPlaying = false; document.getElementById('playA').style.display = "block"; document.getElementById('stopA').style.display = "none"; } //function HandleAudio() { // if (isPlaying == true) { // //Playing already Pause it // pauseAudio(); 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