Education key to societal growth, national development: Rana

Mathwar, July 17: Senior BJP leader Devender Singh Rana today said that education is key to societal growth and national development.

According to a press note, he was addressing students, parents and teachers at the felicitation ceremony to honour 342 meritorious pass outs of Block Mathwar and Amb Gharota of Nagrota Assembly Constituency. This was third in the series of events to acknowledge the academic excellence of outstanding students in the past few days and so far 698 meritorious students from the four blocks of Nagrota assembly constituency have been felicitated.

Rana exhorted students to aim high as sky is the limit for meritorious, especially in the present competitive era, saying excellent scoring opens vistas of opportunities in career development.

Lauding the resilience, hardwork and devotion of students achieving excellence in this year’s Class 10and 12 results, he said, “ The students have not only bestowed pride to their parents but brought laurels to their institutions as well.”

“I am extremely overwhelmed on your accomplishments and wish you more of it in the classes ahead that are going to define and decide your careers,” Rana said, adding that merit opens doors to numerous opportunities, imperative for pursuing passions and chosen fields.

The senior BJP leader added that education is not just a means to personal accomplishment but a cornerstone for societal growth and national development. “This is why the main thrust of the governments led by Prime Minister Yashasvi Narendra Modi during the past over a decade has been expanding the reach of quality education to every nook and corner of the country with focus on bridging the gap between rural and urban areas. The motivation behind all these measures is to provide level play field to the young people to excel in their pursuits,” he added.

He underscored the significance of education in designing the future and encouraging students to continue striving for excellence. Education is a catalyst for various aspects of development, including economic growth and social cohesion. By equipping generations with knowledge and skills, the ornament of education fosters a vibrant workforce capable of contributing towards various sectors, which, in turn, propels enhances the overall quality of life, he maintained.