New Delhi, Nov 12: President Droupadi Murmu has called upon students of Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) to pursue their ambitions with dedication, discipline and self-confidence, urging them to use education not only to build successful careers but also to create employment opportunities and contribute to the country’s development.
The President was interacting with a group of meritorious EMRS students at Rashtrapati Bhavan on November 12. The interaction was organised by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs as part of Janjatiya Gaurav Pakhwada, observed annually to mark the birth anniversary of tribal freedom fighter Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
Addressing the students, Murmu said India was working towards the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047, and stressed that the development of every region and every section of society was essential to achieving this goal.
EMRS providing opportunities to nurture tribal talent
The President highlighted the role of Eklavya Model Residential Schools in expanding access to quality education for tribal students. She said these institutions were not only supporting academic development but also providing opportunities for students to discover and strengthen their diverse talents.
Emphasising that talent was abundant across the country, she said young people needed the right opportunities, a supportive environment and proper guidance to realise their potential.
Murmu also expressed satisfaction over the equal representation of boys and girls in EMRS, describing it as a positive reflection of India’s progress towards inclusive development.
Education should create opportunities, not just jobs
Encouraging students to set ambitious goals, the President said they should work consistently towards their dreams and develop the confidence to overcome challenges.
She urged them to look beyond securing employment for themselves and aspire to become job creators by applying their education, skills and knowledge to generate opportunities for others.
The President underlined that when young people become entrepreneurs and employment generators, they can contribute significantly to inclusive growth and accelerate the country’s development.
Students urged to stay informed and share knowledge
Murmu also advised the students to remain aware of current affairs and developments taking place in India and around the world. She said keeping themselves informed would help them strengthen their logical reasoning, analytical abilities and understanding of society.
She encouraged students to take their learning beyond the classroom and share useful information with their families, relatives and neighbours whenever they visited their villages.
In particular, she asked them to spread awareness about government welfare schemes and public initiatives so that people in their communities could benefit from them.
Such efforts, she noted, would help students serve their families and society while giving greater purpose and meaning to their education.
Youth participation central to the Viksit Bharat vision
The President’s interaction highlighted the importance of quality education, equal opportunities and youth participation in building an inclusive and developed India.
By encouraging tribal students to pursue excellence, create employment and share knowledge with their communities, the message underscored the role of education in empowering individuals and strengthening society.
The emphasis on EMRS also reflects the importance of creating an enabling environment where students from tribal communities can develop their abilities and participate meaningfully in the nation’s journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047.