Chancellor and Governor Omprakash Kohli said that participation of students of rural areas in higher education should be increased. Number of students of urban areas has increased but the number of students from rural pockets is less than the expectation.
He said that the universities should increase place in the country and the world by providing quality education so that foreign students feel proud in studying in our universities. The Governor was addressing 5th convocation of Awadhesh Pratap Singh University, Rewa. The Governor awarded PhD and Post Graduation degree to students of 2014-15 and 2015-16. Seventy two students were conferred upon Ph D and 134 students were given medals. Kohli said that to be highly qualified does not mean that the person only becomes self-centered. In fact, he should be expert in his field and have concerns for environment and society. He should have sensitivity and compassion otherwise he will not be useful for the society.
The governor said that students should be provided education to face challenges in the life. He called upon youths to contribute making for developed India. Chief Justice of Sikkim High Court Satish Agnihotri was awarded D. lit. in the convocation. Agnihotri exhorted the students to do one good work at least every day to benefit other and it will give you satisfaction. What you achieve should follow the path of religion. He said that the number of cases in courts is increasing but many of the cases can be resolved through mutual reconciliation. President of Indian Universities Association Prof DS Chouhan said that India has been known as Jagat Guru since ancient era. The centres of knowledge like Takshshila and Nalanda were famous 1000 years BC. India always win race for knowledge. Talent of India is respected all over the world. He said that there are 831 universities and 39000 colleges in the country. Four crore students are pursuing higher education. Vice-chancellor KN Singh Yadav presented progress report.