HT Correspondent
MARGHERITA, Nov 11: Spear Corps Warriors on Monday organised a special event at Hassak LP School in Lekhapani under the Margherita co-district of Tinsukia district to commemorate National Education Day.
This initiative aimed to promote the importance of education in fostering a brighter and more empowered society. The event saw participation from over 100 students and 10 teachers, featuring an insightful discussion between the attendees and the company commander.
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The dialogue focused on the transformative role of education in engaging young minds and emphasised its significance as a cornerstone for personal and community advancement.
Throughout the session, speakers highlighted the essential role of education in shaping responsible citizens and creating pathways for socio-economic progress. Key themes included skill development, critical thinking, and equality, motivating youth to actively participate in nation-building through their educational pursuits.
The event concluded with a collective pledge from students, teachers, and community members to uphold the principles of education and support government initiatives aimed at enhancing educational access.
This initiative not only reinforced the bond between the security forces and the local community but also showcased the Indian Army’s commitment to social and educational welfare.
Our Tezpur correspondent adds: The department of Education at Tezpur University (TU) observed National Education Day on Monday to honour the legacy of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, the first Education minister of independent India. The event featured a series of insightful discussions, thought-provoking presentations, and cultural performances.
The highlight of the event was a lecture on the topic, ‘Idea of a University in the Digital Age’, by Prof CB Sharma, former chairperson of the National Institute of Open Schooling and currently serving as professor of Education at the School of Education, IGNOU.
Delivering the keynote address, Prof Sharma stated that universities are custodians of knowledge, creators of new ideas, and disseminators of truth. “Throughout history, these institutions have often been viewed with suspicion by those in power, as they possess the capacity to question the established order,” Prof Sharma remarked in his address. “Great institutions are not merely structures of brick and mortar; they are the products of brilliant minds. At the heart of these institutions lie exceptional teachers who inspire and nurture future generations,” Prof Sharma further added.
Prof RR Hoque, vice-chancellor (in-charge) of the university, in his address, said that education is the cornerstone of progress. He highlighted issues of plagiarism that hinder academic integrity. Prof Hoque advocated for a flexible curriculum to ensure creativity. Prof Farheena Danta, dean of Humanities and Social Sciences, reminded everyone that in an era of artificial intelligence, it is crucial to move beyond shortcuts and embrace a mindset of lifelong learning.
Prof Kailash Chandra Biswal, registrar of TU, advocated for empowering educators to shape the minds of future generations and drive societal advancement. Dr Sashapra Chakravarti, head of the department of Education, along with event coordinators Dr Mohammad Asif and Dr Antara Dey of the department of Education, expressed their gratitude to all participants for the successful observance of National Education Day.
