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Sitharaman Urges Gen Z, Gen Alpha to Put Nation First
Nirmala Sitharaman spoke to young graduates in Chennai.
She asked Gen Z and Gen Alpha to think about how they can help their country.
She said young people should take responsibility and become leaders.
She also said the country must remain safe and strong.
Sitharaman said India’s economy grew by 7.8% despite wars and supply problems around the world.
She described Tamil Nadu as a growing center for technology and manufacturing jobs.
She encouraged students to stay humble and patient.
More than 3,200 students received degrees at the ceremony.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged Gen Z and Gen Alpha graduates to prioritize national interest and civic responsibility.
She called on young people to assume leadership and consider what they can contribute to India.
Sitharaman said India maintained macroeconomic stability and recorded 7.8% growth despite global conflicts and supply uncertainties.
She highlighted Tamil Nadu’s automotive, smartphone-export, and Global Capability Centre growth as opportunities for young professionals.
More than 3,200 students received degrees at Dr M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute’s 36th convocation ceremony.
- Who
- Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed young graduates, including Gen Z and Gen Alpha.
- What
- She urged them to put the nation first, assume leadership, and contribute to the country.
- Where
- The 36th convocation of Dr M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
- When
- Tuesday; the report is dated September 15.
- Why
- She said young people should fulfill their civic responsibilities and help maintain a secure, strong country.
Key facts
- Speaker
- Nirmala Sitharaman, Union Finance Minister
- Event
- 36th convocation ceremony of Dr M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute
- Graduates
- More than 3,200 candidates received degrees
- Economic growth
- India recorded a 7.8% growth rate, according to Sitharaman
- Tamil Nadu GCCs
- The state hosts 350 Global Capability Centres, about 10% of the national total
- Coimbatore GCCs
- Coimbatore has 80 Global Capability Centres employing 12,000 professionals
- Women’s workforce support
- The Union Budget provides for working women’s hostels in every district
- Global conditions
- Sitharaman cited the Russia-Ukraine war and Middle East conflicts as sources of uncertainty affecting crude oil, gas, and fertilizer supplies
Quotes
Nirmala Sitharaman
Union Finance Minister addressing graduates at the convocation ceremony
“Whether you call yourselves Gen Z or Gen Alpha, we are all ready to listen to what you have to say. But you must reflect on what is happening around you, what your role is, and what can be achieved for the country through you.”
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“Take up leadership. You must lead, and you must put the country first. Only if the country remains secure and strong will we have a home to live in. We should never give up our country.”
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