Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha addressed the students of the joining batch of 2023 of IIT Jammu at the inaugural session of the Foundation Program at Jagti Campus. He congratulated the students on their new journey and said that the world-class faculty at IIT Jammu would help them transform their dreams into reality.
The Lt Governor said that India’s future offers immense opportunities for engineering careers. He pointed to the government’s investments in research and development, infrastructure, and technological advancement, which would create a plethora of opportunities for engineers. He also mentioned the ‘Make in India’ and ‘Digital India’ initiatives, which would provide a fertile ground for young minds to make their mark in the field of engineering.
The Lt Governor advised the students to explore new paths and keep re-inventing themselves to keep pace with the changing world. He said that India needs engineers who are not afraid to think outside the box and who are willing to embrace challenges as opportunities. He also said that India needs engineers who can collaborate globally and who are willing to work with other countries to address complex global challenges.
The Lt Governor impressed on the educational institutions to create an environment that reflects today’s reality. He said that universities, as the cradle of innovation, need to become the backbone of progress. By collaborating with industries and addressing real-world challenges, universities can produce graduates who are equipped with the skills to solve complex problems.
The Lt Governor concluded by saying that the opportunities that lie ahead in India’s journey are immense. He said that he had no doubt that the brilliance and determination of young engineers would drive the nation to new heights. He asked the students to be aspiring and to start their new journey with an aim to leverage technology, knowledge, and wisdom to transform India.
In addition to the Lt Governor, the inaugural session was also attended by Prof Manoj Singh Gaur, Director, IIT Jammu; Padma Shri Dr Janak Palta McGilligan; Prof Pragati Kumar, Vice Chancellor, SMVDU; Prof BS Sahay, Director IIM Jammu; Dr Shakti Gupta, Director, AIIMS Jammu; S.P Mahi, CAO Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Line (USBRL); senior officers, prominent citizens, faculty members, and students.
