HT Bureau
GUWAHATI, Nov 10: Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya stated that civil services are a sacred path to serve the motherland, with civil servants acting as a vital bridge between the government and the public, aiding in the implementation of government policies and schemes to strengthen the foundation of a welfare-oriented nation.
It may be noted that Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya was speaking while attending a counselling and preparatory guidance session for selected civil service examination aspirants of Assam under Governor Assam’s Pratibha Protsahan Yojana at the Krishna Kanta Handique State Open University auditorium here on Sunday.
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Governor Acharya also unveiled a 12-foot bronze statue of Krishna Kanta Handique and paid floral tributes. He also planted a sapling on the KKHSOU campus as part of the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign. The statue has been installed by the university with assistance from the State Bank of India.
Speaking on the occasion, the Governor said, “When our youth dream of serving the motherland, we must also feel a responsibility to provide them with the opportunity to realise their dream. Through Governor Assam’s Pratibha Protsahan Yojana, we are not only offering high-quality coaching to the youth of Assam but also boosting their self-confidence and motivating them to achieve their goals.” The Governor further noted that under the program, efforts are being made to nurture the youth’s talents, shape their future and that of the state, and ensure proper guidance in civil service exam preparation by providing financial assistance and mentorship to aspiring candidates. He expressed hope that the program will strengthen the foundation for a developed India by 2047.
Governor Acharya called upon the students to uphold the spirit of ‘Nation First’. When the youth of a country move forward with a ‘Nation First’ mindset, no force in the world can prevent them from rendering their services for the motherland, the Governor said. “At the same time, we must preserve and nurture our culture, civilization, and values. We must work to revive our past glories, enrich our heritage, and continuously strive to modernise our education and technology,” advised the Governor.
The Governor congratulated the officials, teachers, and coaching institutions for their role in promoting values and character development in students, empowering them for competitive examinations.
The Governor further noted that this initiative will empower the state’s youth to achieve success, contribute to the state’s and nation’s development, and become dedicated civil servants with commitment and integrity. He also encouraged the aspiring students to prepare with serious commitment and dedication. He expressed gratitude to mentors Simmi Karan (IAS), Aranyak Saikia (IAS), Aditya Vikram Singh (IAS), and Amit Mahto (IPS).
Commissioner and secretary to the Governor SS Meenakshi Sundaram, KKHSOU vice chancellor Prof Rajendra Prasad Das, executive director of Arya Pratibha Vikas Sansthan Anu Vasudeva, project UPSC coordinator at Paavan Chintan Dhara Ashram Surabhi Sharma, KKHSOU registrar Prof Pranjit Bora, along with a host of other dignitaries, were present on the occasion.
