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Shimla, November 14
“Self-confidence is important in achieving an objective in life and it helps to move ahead on the path of development,” said Governor Bandaru Dattatreya, speaking during a convocation of APG University Shimla here today.
He said the aim of the university was to contribute to society through the pursuit of education, learning and research at the highest international levels of excellence. He stressed quality education and asked to carry out various social and welfare activities in education, health and welfare sectors.
Congratulating graduating students, he said the convocation was a significant milestone in their academic growth. The degrees and awards earned by the students was a result of the relentless hard work and immense dedication. This was a proud moment for all of them — guides, faculty members and parents.
He said the quest for higher learning, which began in the portals of the college, would continue all through the professional life.
The Governor appealed to all degree holders to serve society and the nation with dedication and love. He called upon the students to see such dreams, which would provide a solution to move forward. He said the education and knowledge should not be restricted and should benefit the society as well, which gave the feeling of happiness to everyone.
During the convocation, the Governor conferred graduate and postgraduate degrees on 90 students. Eighteen students, including 13 girls, received gold medals for their outstanding academic performance. Vice-Chancellor Ramesh Kumar Chaudhary spoke on the activities and achievements of the institute.
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