“No democracy can survive, thrive and blossom unless there is equality before law”, says the Vice-President
“No democracy can survive, thrive and blossom unless there is equality before law”, says the Vice-President
The Vice-President, Jagdeep Dhankhar today said that “no democracy can survive, no democracy can thrive, no democracy can blossom unless there is equality before law”. Addressing at the 18th convocation of Mizoram University, Shri Dhankhar said that now equality before law is ground reality and those who used to consider themselves above the law are firmly within its grip.
Hon’ble Vice-President, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar conferred degrees and awarded gold medals to the graduates of Mizoram University during their convocation ceremony today.#MizoramUniversity @mizoramuni @DrHariBabuK @CMOMizoram pic.twitter.com/CNodjekmdF
The Vice-President exhorted the youth to discard traditional paths. “Youth need to come out of silo of competitive examinations and reckless pursuit of government job”, he emphasised. He inspired them to think differently, implement the ideas in their minds and not fear failure as “failure is a step to success”.
You are the rich human resource of this country.
You have to come out of silos.
Do not be in reckless pursuit of government jobs.
Young boys and girls, I appeal to you: look at the enormous areas you now have where you can contribute your talent! #MizoramUniversity pic.twitter.com/YmsMgrbXfi
Referring to the enabling ecosystem in the country, the Vice-President stressed that now youth can aspire, fructify their dreams and fully exploit their potential. He added that now power corridors are sanitised of power brokers and now recruitments are done in a transparent manner.
Drawing attention to the investment climate in the nation, Shri Dhankhar further said that “inspite of global headwinds and challenges, India is a bright spot of investment and a land of opportunity”. Tracing the development journey of the nation he underlined that transformation of the economy from fragile five to big five and to third largest economy in terms of purchasing power parity.
Praising the Act-east policy and the unprecedented investments in rail, road and digital connectivity, Vice-President described the policy as transformative, providing socio-economic developmental benefits for the North-East.
We are having unprecedented rail, road and digital connectivity in the North-East.
Now is the time for you to think big, and make Mizoram a tourism hub.
You can contribute massively because the state has enough to offer! #MizoramUniversity pic.twitter.com/71JnEa5Vxg
Highlighting the pioneering steps taken by the country in domains like artificial intelligence, machine learning and quantum computing, Shri Dhankhar called upon the youth to make full use of the opportunities offered by these disruptive technologies and venture into start ups and entrepreneurship.
Calling upon the youth as the most significant stakeholders in governance. The Vice-President inspired the youth to fully participate in the marathon march to Viksit Bharat@2047. He also urged them to always respect their parents, their elders and nurture their friendships.
In Amrit Kaal, we have started a marathon march to Bharat@2047.
Your demographic dividend is India’s potential- the world recognises it.
As participants in this march, you will make Bharat a ‘Viksit’ nation in the comity of nations. #MizoramUniversity pic.twitter.com/bcHG36xJbu
Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, Governor, Mizoram, Shri PU Lalduhoma, Chief Minister, Mizoram, Prof. Prakash Bartunia, Former Chancellor, BBAU, Lucknow, Prof. Dibakar Chandra Deka, Vice-Chancellor, Mizoram University, Prof. Lalnundanga, Registrar, Mizoram University, faculty members, students and other dignitaries were also present on the occasion.