Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan attends Golden Jubilee celebrations of Geetanagar College in Guwahati

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Posted On: 06 SEP 2026 2:02PM by PIB Delhi Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, today attended the Golden Jubilee celebrations of Geetanagar College, formerly known as Kanya Mahavidyalaya, in Guwahati. He also inaugurated the college’s new academic building.

Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan graced the Golden Jubilee celebrations of Geetanagar College, formerly known as Kanya Mahavidyalaya, in Guwahati today. He also inaugurated the college’s new academic building during the occasion.

The Vice-President described Assam as a… pic.twitter.com/un25Ju5Gvd — Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) September 6, 2026 Congratulating the institution on completing five decades of dedicated service to higher education, Shri Radhakrishnan said that Geetanagar College has made a significant contribution to the educational and social development of Assam, particularly in empowering generations of young women through education, knowledge and confidence.Addressing the gathering, the Vice-President described Assam as a land of rich cultural heritage and traditions. He highlighted the State’s distinctive contribution to India’s cultural landscape through its languages, literature, music, dance, theatre and indigenous traditions. He also recalled the valour and patriotism of Lachit Barphukan, who remains an enduring source of inspiration for the nation.

The Vice-President highlighted the emphasis placed by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on the growth and development of the North-East. He noted that Assam, with its rich natural resources, forests and globally renowned tea, has immense potential and is witnessing a remarkable phase of development.

Emphasising the transformative role of education, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan said that institutions of higher learning must not merely prepare students for careers but also nurture responsible citizens committed to democracy, constitutional values, social responsibility and nation-building.

The Vice-President led the students and those present in taking a ‘No to Drugs’ pledge, urging young people to stay away from drugs and to encourage their friends to do the same. He emphasised that students must make responsible choices and safeguard their time, health and future.

He said that India’s young population is its greatest strength and that the opportunities emerging in areas such as artificial intelligence, digital technology, biotechnology, space research and entrepreneurship can enable the youth to play a leading role in building a developed India.

The Vice-President appreciated the progress and transformation witnessed by Assam under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma. He noted that Assam has emerged as one of the fastest- growing State economies in recent years, with its economy expanding significantly. He highlighted the major investments being made in healthcare, education, infrastructure, employment and disaster management, along with the development of tea-garden communities.

Also present on the occasion were Governor of Assam Shri Lakshman Prasad Acharya, Chief Minister of Assam Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, Education Minister of Assam Dr. Ranoj Pegu, Chief Secretary of Assam Dr. Ravi Kota, Commissioner & Secretary, Higher Education Department, Shri Narayan Konwar, Principal of Geetanagar College Dr. Satyajit Kalita, and other dignitaries.

Earlier, the Vice-President was received at Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati, by Shri Lakshman Prasad Acharya, Hon’ble Governor of Assam; Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Assam; and other dignitaries.

Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, arrived at Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati, today.

He was received by Governor of Assam Shri Lakshman Prasad Acharya; Chief Minister of Assam Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma; and other dignitaries.

During his… pic.twitter.com/AbHUdPvEpG — Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) September 6, 2026 The Vice-President is on a four-day visit to Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh from September 6 to 9, 2026. During his visit to Assam, he will also attend the Convocation Ceremony of Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences (SSUHS), Guwahati, and programmes at Gauhati University.

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