Archive · 6 Sep 2026
Vice President Urges Colleges to Nurture Democratic, Nation-Building Citizens
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan visited Geetanagar College in Guwahati.
The college was celebrating 50 years of service.
He said colleges should teach students how to be responsible citizens, not just help them find jobs.
He encouraged young people to help build India’s future.
He said fields such as artificial intelligence, biotechnology and space research offer important opportunities.
He also asked students to stay away from drugs and make healthy choices.
He praised Assam’s growth, culture and natural resources.
He remembered Lachit Barphukan as an example of courage and patriotism.
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan said colleges must develop responsible citizens, not only career-ready students.
He spoke at Geetanagar College’s Golden Jubilee celebrations in Guwahati.
Radhakrishnan highlighted opportunities for young people in artificial intelligence, digital technology, biotechnology, space research and entrepreneurship.
He led a “No to Drugs” pledge and urged students to protect their health, time and future.
He praised Assam’s development, cultural heritage and contributions to education, while recalling Lachit Barphukan’s patriotism.
- Who
- Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan, students and attendees at Geetanagar College.
- What
- Radhakrishnan urged higher-education institutions to nurture citizens committed to democracy, constitutional values and nation-building.
- When
- Sunday, during Geetanagar College’s Golden Jubilee celebrations.
- Where
- Geetanagar College in Guwahati, Assam.
- Why
- He said India’s young population and emerging opportunities can help build a developed India, while colleges also have a civic responsibility.
- Speaker
- Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan
- Event
- Golden Jubilee celebrations of Geetanagar College
- Location
- Guwahati, Assam
- Civic message
- Higher-education institutions should nurture responsible citizens committed to democracy and constitutional values.
- Student pledge
- A “No to Drugs” pledge was taken by students and attendees.
- Highlighted opportunities
- Artificial intelligence, digital technology, biotechnology, space research and entrepreneurship
- Assam focus
- Investments were highlighted in healthcare, education, infrastructure, employment and disaster management.