Srinagar: Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Thursday urged graduates of the University of Kashmir to stay away from drugs, use social media responsibly and respect diversity, saying success in life depends on character and discipline.
Addressing the 21st convocation of the university, VP Radhakrishnan, per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said students must be prepared to face challenges beyond academics while remaining firm in their values.
“Until now you answered questions set by your professors. From today onwards, life will set you the questions,” he said, adding that patience, courage and character would determine how one responds to setbacks.
The Vice President said parents expect their children to succeed and find fulfilment, and urged graduates to become responsible professionals and citizens.
Making a strong appeal against narcotics, he asked the youth to stay away from drugs and encourage others to do the same. “There is no religion in this world which encourages narcotic drugs,” he said.
He also cautioned against excessive use of social media and stressed the importance of time management for long-term success.
He also said special scholarship schemes for students from Jammu and Kashmir have expanded educational opportunities and strengthened national integration by enabling them to study across the country.
Describing degrees as the beginning of new responsibilities, the Vice President urged graduates to contribute to society with knowledge and commitment—(KNO)
