Archive · 7 Nov 2025
IAF Chief AP Singh Confesses Incomplete Education, Gujarat Celebrates Vande Mataram
The Chief of the Indian Air Force, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, told students at a graduation ceremony that he didn't even finish high school because he joined the military early.
He said that even though he didn't go to college, he never stopped learning, showing that you can still be successful without a traditional education.
In other news, the Gujarat government announced that government offices would have special hours on Friday to celebrate the 150th birthday of a famous Indian song called 'Vande Mataram'.
There will be events where people sing the song together, including a big one in the state capital.
Some local events were rescheduled to allow people to attend other important gatherings.
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh revealed at Karnavati University's convocation that he had not completed his Class 12 education, having joined the National Defence Academy early.
Singh emphasized that despite lacking formal college education, he never stopped learning and encouraged graduates to embrace continuous learning.
The Gujarat government announced special working hours for government offices on Friday to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the national song 'Vande Mataram'.
A state-level public singing of 'Vande Mataram' will be held at the Vidhan Sabha, with the Chief Minister in attendance.
Some local events celebrating 'Vande Mataram' were rescheduled to November 8-26 to accommodate elected representatives' participation in other programs.
- Who
- Air Chief Marshal AP Singh and the Gujarat government
- What
- Air Chief Marshal AP Singh confessed to not completing his 12th grade during a convocation address, while the Gujarat government organized events to celebrate the 150th anniversary of 'Vande Mataram'.
- When
- Thursday and Friday
- Where
- Gandhinagar, Gujarat
- Why
- To inspire graduates by sharing a personal experience about continuous learning and to celebrate the national song 'Vande Mataram' with public participation.
Viewpoint
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Citizen's Role in National Service
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All citizens, regardless of their background or uniform, have a role in national service through harmony and by avoiding social, religious, and caste divisions.
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Unity across religion and caste is essential for national progress and prosperity, especially during national celebrations like Vande Mataram.
Path to Success
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Formal education, like completing 12th grade or attending college, is not the only path to success; continuous learning is crucial.
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Learning and participating in national events like the Vande Mataram celebration contribute to civic duty and national pride.
- Speaker
- Air Chief Marshal AP Singh
- Event 1
- Karnavati University Convocation
- Location
- Gandhinagar, Gujarat
- Event 2
- 150th Anniversary of 'Vande Mataram'
- State Government Offices Work Hours
- 9:30 AM to 5:10 PM on Friday
- State-level Vande Mataram Event Venue
- Vidhan Sabha, Gujarat
- Date of State-level Vande Mataram Event
- Friday
- Local Bodies Vande Mataram Event Dates
- November 8 to 26
