Governor hails development, growth of Jammu University

Jammu, May 13 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Governor Lt Gen (retd) S K Sinha today said the Jammu University has made many strides as a premier education institute of the nation.

Lt Gen Sinha, who is also Chancellor of Jammu University, speaking at the 12th convocation of the university here, said he had many opportunities to visit the university and interact with faculty and students.

Wishing a successful career for students, he congratulated the awardees of degrees and winners of medals and certificates and said that they have a great responsibility to march ahead with confidence and guide and shape the destiny of the country to new highs of progress and prosperity.

He also expressed his happiness that there were large number of girls who received degrees and awards at today's convocation.

''Jammu and Kashmir is known all over for its unity and harmony,'' he added.

The governor referred to six mantras which chief guest at the convocation Dr. Karan singh placed before the youth and suggested the students to follow this advisory.

He appreciated the support extended by Chief Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad and initiatives taken by Vice Chancellor Amitabh Mattoo to make it as a center of excellence.

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