Institutes should produce men of substance, just not competence: Pranab

25 Apr 2017 08:38 PM

President of India Pranab Mukherjee called on institutions to produce men of substance instead of just competence.



He stressed on a synergy between academia and industry to improve the quality of research in the Country. He said this was lacking.

The President was speaking at the 29th convocation of Goa University at Shyama Prasad Stadium at Bambolim

The President emphasized the importance of research for the development of the country and said that institutions should promote competitiveness and seek global interaction.

He also expressed happiness on the performance at the convocation.

The vice chancellor of Goa University called on students to vow that they will always fight against injustice towards women and keep their surroundings clean. 

Camera: Shyam Chari



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