Amritsar symbolises India’s spiritual and cultural soul, says President Murmu at GNDU convocation
Says principles of Naam jappo, kirt karo, vand chhako promote social harmony and collective responsibility when followed in daily life
PTC Web Desk: President of India Draupadi Murmu on Wednesday described Amritsar as one of the country’s most significant cultural and spiritual centres, highlighting its global identity shaped by landmarks such as the Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh and Durgiana Mandir.
Speaking at the convocation ceremony of Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU), the President said the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev continue to offer practical solutions to contemporary social challenges. She said the principles of Naam jappo, kirt karo, vand chhako promote social harmony and collective responsibility when followed in daily life.
President Murmu expressed satisfaction over the growing role of women in education and professional spheres. In a lighter moment, she remarked that GNDU deserved extra credit in its NAAC accreditation, noting that nearly 99 per cent of students receiving academic excellence awards were girls. She termed this trend a clear indicator of women’s empowerment through education.
Highlighting the role of women in nation-building, the President said women form nearly half of India’s workforce and their active participation is crucial to achieving the objectives of the ‘Viksit Bharat’ vision.