Delhi: Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday urged Amity University graduates to embrace responsibility, push boundaries, and lead India’s journey towards becoming a developed nation by 2047. Speaking at the university’s convocation in Noida, he addressed nearly 29,000 graduating students. This included both on-campus and online attendees. He highlighted education as the cornerstone of a strong, inclusive nation.
Calling students “ambassadors of Amrit Kaal,” Goyal said the next 25 years would define India’s destiny. He placed the youth at the heart of this transformation. He lauded Amity’s innovation ecosystem, its merit-based scholarships, and the presence of over 450 patents held by students. The Union Minister also acknowledged the contribution of 50 faculty members who returned to serve India as Ramalingam Swami Fellows.
Recalling Babasaheb Ambedkar’s legacy on Mahaparinirvan Diwas, he reiterated that education must advance social harmony and constitutional values. He urged students to stay connected with their communities and use their skills for national upliftment.
Piyush Goyal highlights PM’s five principles for New India
Goyal reflected on the Prime Minister’s 15 August 2022 address. He listed the five “prans” that he said would guide India from a $4 trillion to a $35 trillion economy by 2047:
- A resolve for a developed India.
- Freedom from colonial mindsets.
- Pride in India’s heritage.
- Strength in unity and diversity.
- A spirit of duty towards nation and society.
He encouraged students to adopt traditional Indian attire at convocations and use their talents for public service. Additionally, he asked them to consider entering politics as a vocation. Citing the Prime Minister’s Red Fort call to one lakh youth, Goyal said that Indian politics needs individuals driven by integrity and national service.
Addressing student aspirations, he underscored the transformative role of women and praised Amity’s gender-inclusive campus. He urged youth to remain resilient and contribute to building “Viksit Bharat” through innovation, collaboration, and pride in India’s values.
He concluded by thanking teachers and parents for their sacrifices. Piyush Goyal expressed confidence that the graduating cohort was well-equipped to meet future challenges with courage and focus.
