SHIMLA-10 October, 2026-Governor Kavinder Gupta today called for strengthening the link between education, scientific research, innovation and societal needs to realize the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047.

Addressing the sixth edition of Education Mahakumbh Abhiyan at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Hamirpur, on the theme ‘Vigyanmay Bharat-Viksit Bharat’, he said that the foundation of a developed India must rest on scientific temper, a culture of research, innovation and the ability to solve real-world problems.

The Governor said that emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, biotechnology, robotics, space science and digital technology were transforming the world. Referring to the National Education Policy 2020, he emphasized the need for holistic, multidisciplinary and skill-based education that develops critical thinking, creativity, communication and problem-solving abilities. He urged students to become creators of technology and innovators rather than merely consumers, encouraging them to question, experiment, learn from failure and develop practical solutions.

Highlighting the importance of research with social impact, Sh. Gupta said that scientific discoveries and technological advancements must benefit farmers, improve healthcare, support students in remote areas, conserve water and energy, strengthen disaster management and address the specific challenges of mountain regions. He stressed the need for locally relevant, affordable and sustainable technologies that respond to the needs of society.

The Governor said that education, universities, research laboratories, start-ups, industries and society must work together to transform ideas into practical solutions. He also underlined that technological progress must be guided by ethical values and social responsibility. He said that teachers have a crucial role in nurturing curiosity, scientific thinking, skills and character among students.

Emphasizing that development and environmental conservation must go hand in hand, the Governor said that science and technology should help establish a better balance with nature.

He congratulated the organizers and partner institutions for taking forward this important initiative and expressed confidence that Education Mahakumbh 6.0 would contribute meaningfully to the journey from knowledge to innovation, from innovation to solutions and from solutions to nation-building.

Leader of Opposition Jai Ram Thakur, MP Dr. Rajeev Bhardwaj, Director National Institute of Technology, Hamirpur Prof. H. M. Suryavanshi, Director IIT Mandi Prof. Laxmidhar Behera, Regional Organizing Secretary of Vidya Bharati (North Zone) Vijay Kumar Nadda, Director Department of Holistic Education Prof. (Dr.) Thakur Sudesh Kumar Raunia, Convener 'Shiksha Mahakumbh' campaign Major (Dr.) Shamsher Singh and other prominent people were also present on the occasion.