Education most powerful instrument for nation building: LG

LG Manoj Sinha addressing a function at KC Public School, Jammu on Sunday Another pic on page 6.
LG Manoj Sinha addressing a function at KC Public School, Jammu on Sunday Another pic on page 6.

‘Sports be taken as career building opportunity’

Excelsior Correspondent

Jammu, Jan 28: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated the Flood-lights system at Multi-Sports Ground of KC Public School, today.
On the occasion, the Lt Governor congratulated and conveyed his best wishes to the KC Educational Society and the sports enthusiasts. He appreciated the contribution of KC Educational Society in nurturing young talents and providing students with a good quality of education.

LG Manoj Sinha felicitating a student of KC Public School.
LG Manoj Sinha felicitating a student of KC Public School.

“Education is the most powerful instrument for nation building. We must make every effort to ensure that quality of education is maintained, education is inclusive, education is future-oriented and education is capable of facing the challenges of the 21st century,” he said.
He highlighted the important role of Sports in education for the holistic development of students and enhancing intellectual capacity.
Sports is a powerful medium to learn leadership skills. The integration of sports in education is the first step towards building a better world, he added.
“Under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, National Education Policy 2020 has ensured that sports is not seen as extra-curricular activity but career building opportunity,” the Lt Governor said.
He encouraged the students to take up sports that will help them to develop strong character, learn the value of teamwork and face new challenges.
On the occasion, Sinha felicitated the outstanding sportspersons of the KC Public School.
A cricket match was also played between All India Secretariat XI and KC Sports Club to mark the inaugural ceremony.
Raju Chowdhary, Chairman, KC Educational Society and members of the Society, besides Amarendra Kumar Mishra, Principal, staff and students of KC Public School were present on the occasion.
Anand Jain, ADGP Jammu; Ramesh Kumar, Divisional Commissioner Jammu, prominent citizens, sports personalities and senior officers of UT Administration were also present.