Education remains foundation for uplifting underprivileged sections: Piyush Goyal

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Saturday emphasised that education remains the foundation for uplifting underprivileged sections and reminded students of their duties towards society and the nation.

Addressing the annual convocation of Amity University in Noida, Goyal said there can be no greater contribution by a university than encouraging talented minds to return, nurturing their abilities, and providing them a platform that recognises and respects their potential.

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Congratulating the graduating batch of nearly 29,000 students, including online and on-campus learners, the Minister said the achievements of the students and awardees were the true focus of the ceremony.

Goyal highlighted the wide range of opportunities offered to students and lauded the university’s commitment to merit through scholarships that enable need-blind admissions.

He expressed satisfaction that half the student population comprises young women and praised the university’s strong innovation culture, with over 450 patents held by students. He also took note of the fact that 50 faculty members are Ramalingam Swami Fellows who have returned to serve the nation.

Recalling Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar’s legacy on Mahaparinirvan Diwas, the Minister reiterated the constitutional values of equality, social harmony, and opportunities for all.

The Minister described the graduating cohort as an important part of India’s journey towards a developed nation by 2047, noting that the next 25 years will be the defining era for Viksit Bharat. He urged students to take their chosen fields to the next level, push boundaries, and contribute meaningfully to national progress.

Goyal highlighted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his address from the ramparts of the Red Fort, had appealed to one lakh young men and women to consider public life and politics as a vocation.

He said politics needs committed individuals who are willing to work for the nation, uphold integrity in public life, and inspire the 140 crore citizens of the country to recognise their responsibilities and duties—first to their families, then to society, and ultimately to the nation.