President Ram Nath Kovind on Monday advised the students that the objective of education should be to make good human being and not just to obtain a degree.
Addressing the convocation function here at Guru Ghasidas central university, the President said only those could excel in their respective field who are good human being, irrespective to the fact which profession they are going to join.
Insisting to add value education in university curriculum, the President further said a good human being gives his best to the society and contribute in development of society and nation building.
He further opined that education barring moral values could not help build a welfare society. Terming the new generation hard working, he further appreciated their efforts in development of biggest startup eco-system in the world and for innovations in the fields of technology and space science.
He earlier awarded 75 students with PhD degrees and 74 students with gold medals. He also appreciated the achievements of girl students who outshine their male counterparts.
Governor Anusuiya Uikey, Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel and Higher Education Minister Umesh Patel were present on this occasion along with officials of the central university.