DUCATION FORMS THE FOUNDATION OF A SELF-RELIANT AND PROSPEROUS INDIA: KABINDRA GUPTA, LT. GOVERNOR OF LADAKH
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The third and final day of Shiksha Mahakumbh 2025 concluded at NIPER Mohali with powerful reflections on the theme “Bharat @ 2047,” envisioning India’s educational roadmap for the centenary of independence.
The Chief Guest Shri Kavinder Gupta, Hon’ble LG, UT of Ladakh, said that, “ Education is the foundation of a self-reliant and prosperous Bharat. The Bharat of 2047 will be defined by the minds we nurture today, Let education be the force that bridges our glorious heritage with a luminous future.”
Shri Dilaram Chauhan, General Secretary, Vidya Bharti (North Zone), delivered the Keynote Address, highlighting the importance of integrating national vision with local action.
(SUBHEAD)Shri. Bal Kishan, Joint Organising Secretary, Vidya Bharti , North Zone said, “The Shiksha Mahakumbh has become a living example of collaboration—between schools, universities, and society,”
Prof. Dulal Panda, Director, NIPER Mohali, shared his three-day experience of hosting the Shiksha Mahakumbh. He said that as India envisions Bharat @ 2047, academia must lead with scientific rigor, interdisciplinary collaboration, and societal relevance. He emphasized that the true purpose of education is to transform knowledge into impact.
Prof. Pawan Kumar Singh emphasized, “Education must integrate competence with character and research with responsibility. The goal of higher learning is to prepare leadership capable of nation-building.”
A report outlining the key takeaways and the roadmap for future editions of the Shiksha Mahakumbh was presented by Prof. (Dr.) Thakur S.K.R , Director, DHE.
The event also featured an award ceremony recognizing outstanding educators, researchers, and student innovators for their exemplary contributions to the field of education
The event was concluded with the symbolic handover of the Shiksha Mahakumbh baton from NIPER Mohali to NIT Hamirpur which will be the host institute for Shiksha Mahakumbh 2026, marking the continuation of this educational movement.