Lucknow, 08 July (HS): Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben

Patel, while addressing the 11th convocation of Khwaja Moinuddin

Chishti Language University, Lucknow on Wednesday, said that the youth will

realise the dream of a developed India through knowledge, culture and

innovation. She said that the real purpose of education is not just to get a

degree, but to prepare such responsible, sensitive and cultured citizens who

play their active role in the welfare of society, nation and humanity. She said

that the youth have the most important role in realising the resolution of a

developed India-2047 and for this, coordination of knowledge, innovation, moral

values, Indian culture and social responsibility is necessary.

In her presidential address, the Governor said that language

is not merely a medium of communication, but a carrier of civilization,

culture, and knowledge. The university's efforts to promote the study of

Sanskrit, Pali, Hindi, Urdu, Persian, English, as well as German, Japanese,

Chinese, French, and Awadhi are its distinctive hallmarks. She urged students

to use their education as a means of reaching the last person in society and

actively contribute to nation-building.

Anandiben said, I am particularly satisfied that in

the past year, the university has signed 71 MoUs with various national and

international institutions. This achievement reflects the university's global

recognition, academic excellence, and commitment to research. The

Chancellor urged students to respect and promote their own language and Indian

languages, to use their knowledge for society, and to prioritize truth,

empathy, compassion, and morality in life.

Youth power is the biggest foundation of developed India:

Sudhanshu Trivedi

Dr. Sudhanshu Trivedi, the chief guest of the ceremony, said

that the purpose of education is not merely to obtain employment, but to

cultivate a superior personality by establishing a balance between knowledge,

desire, and action. He stated that India is the world's youngest nation, and

this youth power is the foundation of a developed India. By combining Indian

knowledge traditions, cultural heritage, and modern science, India has the

potential to lead the world. He urged students to embrace innovation,

entrepreneurship, and social responsibility as the foundation of their lives.

Guest of Honor and State Higher Education Minister Yogendra

Upadhyaya stated that the university is continuously establishing a new

identity in the field of higher education. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Ajay Taneja,

while highlighting the university's achievements, stated that 1236 out of 1270

students passed the examinations held in the 2025-26 session, and a total of

125 merit medals, including 54 gold medals, were awarded at the 11th convocation.

He stated that the university currently offers 98 academic programs and has

registered on the Study in India portal to attract foreign

students. He added that the university has so far signed Memorandums of

Understanding (MoUs) with 71 national and international institutions.

University Vice Chancellor Prof. Ajay Taneja presented the

annual progress report, detailing the university's academic, research,

innovation, and infrastructural achievements. The program was moderated by Dr.

Neeraj Shukla.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi