Delhi Education Minister Atishi on Friday said the Arvind Kejriwal government makes a 25 per cent allocation in the budget for education every year and considers it an investment and not an expense.
Addressing the sixth convocation of the Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU) here, she said the institution's success has inspired other states to start programmes such as 'Yogshala'.
"Transformation of the DPSRU into the country's first pharmaceutical research university is a testament to the Kejriwal government's commitment to education. Investing 25 per cent of the budget in education every year is an investment for the Delhi government and not an expense," the minister said. DPSRU awarded degrees to 605 students in its 6th Convocation.
The convocation was also attended by Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena and former director general of the Indian Council of Medical Research Nirmal Ganguly.
Saxena told students that, "you have exhibited resilience, perseverance, and a commitment to excellence". "As you stand on the threshold of a new phase in life, I firmly believe that the education you have received here has equipped you with the skills and knowledge needed to face the world with confidence," he said.
