The Doctor of Science (Honoris causa) was conferred upon Haryana Chief Minister Manohar lal Khattar by Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU) at Hisar in recognition of his contribution to the society for preserving the ancient vedic culture, promoting social harmony and inculcating moral values and ethics.
Besides the Chief Minister, honorary degree of Doctor of Science was also awarded to Yog Rishi Swami Ramdev at the 24th convocation of the University held on Sunday.
The citation of Doctor of Science (Honoris causa) conferred upon the Chief Minister stated, “Manohar lal is an epitome of simplicity and sagacity. He is devoted to the development of agriculture and allied areas, promotion of education, sports and rural development.”
The citation also noted the introduction and implementation of the new idea of redressal of grievances through CM window, zero tolerance for corruption, equitable development, merit based transparent recruitment, health care, higher education particularly in medicine and agriculture by Manohar lal as Chief Minister. The citation further noted the lead he took in opening a new College of Agriculture at Bawal in South Haryana and launching “Beti Bachao, Beti Padao” campaign in Haryana, said a Government spokesperson.
The citation with respect to Swami Ram Dev recognised his service to humanity through his contribution to yoga, ayurveda and agriculture. It further acknowledged his efforts for eradication of social evils like dowry system, female foeticide, child marriage, drug addiction, corruption and black money, said the spokesperson.
Haryana Governor and Chancellor of the University, Kaptan Singh Solanki, who presided over the convocation ceremony, conferred upon them the degree of Doctor of Science (Honoris causa). The Governor also awarded degrees and gold medals to M.Sc. and Ph.D. pass outs of the University.
A total of 460 pass outs of under graduate programmes (284), Masters programmes (104) and Ph.D. (72) during the years 2013 and 2014 were awarded degrees on the occasion. Besides, 32 pass outs were awarded university gold medals for their academic and research excellence.
The Vice-Chancellor, Dr KS Khokhar, congratulated the pass outs and urged them to use their knowledge and skills to create a new world — a world with food for all, a world of equal opportunities and prospects of growth for all.
Presenting progress report of the University on the occasion, he said the University has bagged 10 prestigious awards during last four years in recognition of good research work and service to the farming community.