Ganderbal, August 20: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today inaugurated the Administrative Block and Amphitheatre at the Central University of Kashmir, Tulmulla Campus, Ganderbal.
In his address, the Lieutenant Governor emphasised the vital contribution of academicians and students as India is poised for significant growth in the next two decades with the ultimate objective of achieving Viksit Bharat@2047.
“Our growth model should focus on creating human capital that can contribute significantly to economic growth,” he said.
Highlighting the importance of a dynamic learning ecosystem, the LG called for an engaging learning environment that fosters critical thinking, life skills, problem solving, and innovation among students. He urged that the old curricula of colleges and universities must undergo revolutionary changes to transform India into a true knowledge economy.
“We must get rid of the ‘Sab Chalta Hai Attitude’ and invest in human capital, innovation and research,” he remarked.
The LG further underlined the need to focus on interdisciplinary courses, which not only develop creativity, innovation and skills but also make students aware of their social and moral responsibilities.
“The university is the axis of development and the students are its periphery. Human development is never mechanical—it requires better universities, dedicated teachers, and a conducive learning environment,” LG Sinha observed.
Cautioning about the rapid pace of technological growth, he stressed the importance of nurturing human resources with exceptional qualities, who can adapt through lifelong learning, re-skilling and up-skilling.
The inaugural event also marked the commencement of a 7-day induction programme for newly recruited faculty of the Central University of Kashmir.
The ceremony was attended by Prof. A. Ravindra Nath, Vice Chancellor, Central University of Kashmir; Shri Rajiv Pandey, DIG Central Kashmir Range; Shri Jatin Kishore, Deputy Commissioner, Ganderbal; Heads of Departments, faculty members, staff, and students.
