Archive · 30 Aug 2026
J&K L-G Urges Gurukul to Balance Values, Science and AI
Manoj Sinha spoke at celebrations held by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board and Gurukul.
He said curiosity helps people begin learning.
He encouraged students to ask questions and learn through discussion and reflection.
He said schools should teach good values and compassion along with science and computers.
He also said artificial intelligence and spirituality should develop together.
In his view, science gives people speed, while values help them choose the right direction.
He suggested three new programs involving tradition, community service and responsible technology.
He also asked the institutions to protect nature through conservation and cleanliness.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said curiosity is the first lamp of knowledge and encouraged questioning, dialogue and reflection.
Sinha urged the Gurukul to combine traditional values, compassion and Samskara with science, computer technology and artificial intelligence.
He said science provides speed while values provide direction, making their balance essential to true progress.
He proposed a Values and Science Innovation Centre, a Service and Society Campaign, and Future Skills and Ethical Technology.
Sinha called for water and energy conservation, tree planting and cleanliness at the Gurukul and Shrine Board institutions.
- Who
- Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha addressed students, teachers, parents, officials and other attendees.
- What
- He called for education combining traditional values, compassion and spirituality with modern science, artificial intelligence and technology.
- When
- Sunday; the articles do not provide a specific date.
- Where
- At the Foundation Day celebrations of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board and the Annual Day celebrations of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Gurukul.
- Why
- To discuss future-ready, values-based education, community service, ethical technology and environmental responsibility.
- Speaker
- Manoj Sinha, Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir
- Events
- The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board’s Foundation Day and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Gurukul’s Annual Day
- Core message
- “Curiosity is the first lamp of knowledge.”
- Education approach
- Combine Indian knowledge traditions and values with science, computer technology and artificial intelligence
- Proposed initiatives
- Values and Science Innovation Centre; Service and Society Campaign; Future Skills and Ethical Technology
- Environmental priorities
- Water conservation, energy conservation, tree plantation and cleanliness
- Shrine Board focus
- Improving convenience, safety and facilities for devotees
