HT Bureau
GUWAHATI, Dec 19: Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, and chancellor of Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU), stated that the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020 is the first education policy of the 21st century, presenting a comprehensive plan to reshape the educational ecosystem of the country from pre-primary to higher education.
Addressing the 4th convocation of the University at Srimanta Sankaradeva International Auditorium in the city on Monday, the Governor said that educational institutions need to formulate effective strategies and make sincere efforts to ensure the effective implementation of the education policy. He added that ASTU needs to spearhead a special strategy to implement the policy with a particular emphasis on science and technology, research and development, focusing on an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approach in the coming days.
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The Governor said that ASTU should also take the initiative to strengthen the ecosystem of science and technology for the development of human resources. Highlighting technological proliferation, the Governor mentioned that never in human history has such rapid technological change and ubiquity of technology been seen. Technology has changed every human activity. As youth easily get attracted to technological development, he advised ASTU to help students understand the coordination of technology and social aspects in a healthy way.
The Governor also said that it is heartening to see that the students, with the help of the able guidance of ASTU, have made their unique identity in the field of technical education through their hard work. He said, “I sincerely hope that the University will continue to pursue its mission with its commitment and values and encourage all to strive for the progress of society.”
Governor Kataria expressed happiness to note that ASTU is focusing on diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD courses in specialised areas of engineering, technology, architecture, management, etc. It is a commendable step by the University to pay special attention to research and innovations while designing its courses and curriculum in line with the needs of the times, the Governor added.
Congratulating the graduates, the Governor said that the convocation marks the outcome of their commitment, hard work, and perseverance. Further, wishing the degree holders for the new phase of their life, the Governor also urged them to work towards the betterment of society and the nation.
It may be noted that a total of 2422 students consisting of PhD, postgraduate, and undergraduate levels have passed out for the session 2022 – 2023, receiving their degrees in various disciplines in the convocation.
