Ranchi (NVI): President Ram Nath Kovind today said universities work for upliftment of the downtrodden sections of the society and asked students to spend some time in villages and help the inhabitants there in improving quality of life.
The students can create awareness among the villagers about various welfare initiatives of government, he said, addressing the first convocation of the Central University of Jharkhand here.
Kovind said understanding the importance of social service is necessary not only for nation-building but also for self-determination.
“Everyone should be prepared to repay the debt of society. The entire society contributes in the establishment and operation of a university,” he said.
The President was happy to note that the University has taken the initiative to adopt five nearby villages and has also taken the responsibility of teaching rural children.
He said that many such programs can be run for the people who are relatively left behind in the society.
