UP Guv Calls for Universities' Active Role in National Progress

During the valedictory session of the two-day National Conference of Vice Chancellors hosted by Amity University Noida, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel on Tuesday called on higher education institutions to extend their responsibilities beyond academics and contribute actively to the national development.

- Maria Khan

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Addressing the gathering, the governor stressed that universities must engage in grassroots interventions, including primary and secondary education, nutrition, clean water, and sanitation. "Universities across the world are doing well in their respective fields. But they should also take up challenges like curbing malnutrition and working on the lack of basic health services," she said, adding that skill development is crucial, not just for the students but even for the vice chancellors.