Corporates must contribute for girls’ education, says Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar
New Delhi, February 7
Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar has made an earnest appeal to corporate and industry leaders to generously support educational institutions across the country, especially those focused on educating girls. Speaking at the centenary celebrations of Indraprastha College for Women, he emphasised the importance of channelling CSR (corporate social responsibility) funds towards educational endeavours and expressed his willingness to engage with industry representatives on this matter.
Embrace a fearless attitude
Fear of failure is killer of growth, fear of failure is killer of innovation, every failure has to be taken as a stepping stone. — Jagdeep Dhankhar, Vice-President
Addressing the students, Dhankhar underscored their pivotal role as stakeholders in democracy and encouraged them to be ambitious in pursuing their goals. He highlighted the existing ecosystem that empowers them to harness their talents and realise their full potential. “It is time for you to think big, time for you to think the way you want to think,” he added.
He expressed confidence in the students’ ability to lead India towards becoming a developed nation, emphasising the transformative impact of education in fostering equality in society. He hailed girls’ education as a revolutionary force capable of reshaping epochs and driving societal progress.
He said the current era, termed as ‘Amrit Kaal’, is a period of hope and immense possibilities. “India is already a global economy and favourite destination for investment and opportunities. Our growth is unrivalled, the world is looking at us,” he added.
The V-P encouraged the students to embrace a fearless attitude towards failure. He emphasised that fear of failure stifles growth and innovation.
Referring to initiatives like the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao and the distribution of LPG connections, Dhankhar remarked on the transformative impact of these measures. He underscored the pivotal role of girls in shaping India’s growth trajectory, emphasising that they are defining the nation’s progress in the 21st century.
