Delhi L-G Sandhu hails institutions nurturing women to lead nation's progress
New Delhi, April 30
Delhi Lt Governor T.S. Sandhu on Thursday praised institutions like Mata Sundri College for Women for imparting education with integrity and nurturing confident young women who will lead the nation's progress.
Speaking at the Annual Day celebrations at the College, L-G Sandhu said: "We are living in a period, where the role of women, in shaping India's future, is expanding in meaningful ways."
He said as Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emphasised, India is moving, from women's development to women-led development.
He said education is central to this transformation, not only as a means of individual empowerment, but as a force, that strengthens families, communities, and institutions.
"For institutions such as this, the responsibility is therefore, not only, to provide knowledge, but to enable confidence, agency, and the ability to lead, in an increasingly complex, and interconnected world," he said.
T.S. Sandhu said education is, not only about acquiring knowledge, but about applying it, with integrity and responsibility.
"In an environment where information, is widely accessible, the real distinction often lies, in judgment, in values, and in the ability to translate, knowledge into meaningful action," he said.
Turning focus on the annual day celebrations, he said for students, particularly those moving forward, in their academic journeys, this is a moment of transition.
"The knowledge and skills, you have developed, will now begin to find application, in wider contexts. This transition often comes, with uncertainty, but it also opens up possibilities. The choices you make, the paths you pursue, and, the values you uphold, will shape not only, your individual journeys, but also, the spaces you inhabit," he said.
As you move ahead, it may be useful, to remain open to learning, even beyond formal education, he said.
"Engage with different perspectives, approach challenges with a sense of inquiry, and be willing to adapt to changing circumstances. At the same time, remain anchored in values, that allow for both individual growth, and collective well-being," said the Delhi Lieutenant Governor.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Words are cheap. We need concrete policies on safety, equal pay, and representation. All these speeches about women-led development mean nothing when our streets aren't safe. L-G sahab, focus on implementation first.
Beautiful message about values and integrity. As a Delhi University alumna, I know how institutions like Mata Sundri College shape women into leaders. This is the kind of education that truly builds a nation! 🌸
As a father of two daughters, this gives me hope. The transition from education to real-world application is crucial. I'm glad our leaders are acknowledging the importance of women in shaping India's future. But let's see this translate into better funding for women's colleges and scholarships.
"From women's development to women-led development" - this is exactly the mindset shift India needs. The L-G's emphasis on values over just knowledge is spot on. Mata Sundri College has a legacy of empowering women, and it's great to see it celebrated at the highest levels.
Very well articulated. Education must go beyond textbooks and teach girls to think critically and lead with integrity. India's future truly rests on empowering our women. L-G Sandhu's words about staying anchored in values while adapting to change are especially relevant today.
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