JAMMU/NEWDELHI: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday called on Schools and Higher Educational Institutions in Jammu and Kashmir to adopt a singular objective to “create unique individuals for future challenges” as the world undergoes rapid transformation driven by emerging technologies.
Have a single aim: ‘Create unique individuals for future challenges’, LG said, “The world is experiencing transformative changes driven by cutting-edge technologies and schools must focus on using new tools to aid creativity, curiosity, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
He was speaking at the 40th Anniversary celebration of Lawrence Public School at Abhinav Theatre in Jammu.
In his address, the Lieutenant Governor applauded the legacy, enduring values and efforts of Lawrence Public School to holistic learning and shaping modern leaders. He said the school carrying forward its core values has produced successful alumni, who are proudly serving the nation.
The Lieutenant Governor said the critical thinking and curiosity is the greatest strength of students. He urged the teachers and parents to allow students to study based on their interests, passions, and abilities to develop talent without pressure.
“Educational Institutions must pay special attention to four key aspects: Access, Equity, Quality, and Outcome. The dual goals for educators are to make students college-ready and future-ready and to familiarize them with continuously evolving skill sets, transforming them into 21st-century global citizens,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
The Lieutenant Governor stated that the introduction of Artificial Intelligence will revolutionize the classroom, enabling teachers to use data analysis to understand student abilities and provide better mentoring.
He said, the hybrid classroom model, leveraging digital platforms, will ensure technology-driven education is accessible to all.
“The role of teachers will shift from being mere information providers to mentors. Their core responsibility will be to instil necessary skills, creativity, and give children dreams and determination. This also includes introducing them to their traditions, language, values, love, compassion, non-violence, and brotherhood,” he further said.
On the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor felicitated women achievers for their significant contributions across various fields.
Shri Satish Sharma, Minister for Youth Services & Sports, Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Science & Technology, Information Technology, ARI & Trainings; Wg. Cdr MM Joshi (Retd.), Chairman, Lawrence Public School; Manish Joshi, Managing Director; Manya Joshi, Trustee; Shivani Joshi, Principal of School, teachers, students and parents were present.
Devyani Rana, Member of Legislative Assembly, Nagrota; Priya Sethi, former Minister of State; Padma Shri Dr SP Varma, President, Gandhi Global Family, J&K; Lt Gen RK Sharma (Retd.), President, J&K Ex-Services League; heads of various institutions and senior officials also attended the celebrations.
Meanwhile, in a strong endorsement of Veer Savarkar’s enduring ideological influence on modern India, the Lieutenant Governor on Wednesday said the nation is collectively working toward a stronger, self-reliant and developed future that mirrors the revolutionary’s vision. Speaking at HRDS India’s ‘Veer Savarkar International Impact Award’ ceremony in New Delhi, he described Savarkar as a national icon whose life of sacrifice continues to guide India’s aspirations.
Addressing the gathering, the Lieutenant Governor said Savarkar, remembered as a valiant son of India, faced unimaginable hardships yet devoted his entire life to the cause of freedom and progress. He noted that citizens today are contributing to building an Aatma-Nirbhar and Viksit Bharat, a goal Savarkar consistently championed.
In his address, the LG commended the extraordinary initiative of HRDS India to remind the world about Savarkar’s unmatched contribution to the motherland and restore his legacy in citizens’ collective consciousness. Paying homage to Veer Savarkar, the LG recalled his lifelong campaigns and unparalleled contribution to India’s Freedom struggle. “Savarkar is a symbol of India’s success, India’s strength, India’s prosperity, India’s resolve, India’s dedication, India’s sensitivity, India’s simplicity, India’s perseverance, India’s culture, and India’s dreams. For Savarkar, India was never merely a piece of land, but the centre of human civilization,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
The Lieutenant Governor said the national movement, inspired by PM Narendra Modi’s ‘Panch Pran’ will fulfil Savarkar’s vision and dreams. He also stressed on countering the false narratives to protect historical truth and national pride.
The Lieutenant Governor extended his felicitation to all the award winners for their exceptional devotion and contribution to society and nation-building. He urged them to be the light to guide humanity towards peace, progress and prosperity.
“Veer Savarkar International Impact Award sends a message that the time has come to reclaim India’s ancient glory and dedicate ourselves to achieving the goal of Viksit Bharat @ 2047,” the Lieutenant Governor said. Swami Atma Nambi, President, HRDS India; Dr. S. Krishna Kumar, Chairman Emeritus; K.G.Venugopal, Vice President; Aji Krishnan, Founder – Secretary, HRDS India; members of HRDS India and prominent citizens from different walks of life attended the award ceremony.
