Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has urged the youth of the state to actively embrace emerging technologies and become key contributors to India’s future development. Addressing a large gathering during the closing ceremony of the Golden Jubilee celebrations of Goreswar College in Tamulpur, the Chief Minister said that the new generation must equip themselves with modern skills to take advantage of the country’s evolving technological landscape. In his speech, Sarma underlined the need for educational institutions to not only serve as traditional centers of learning but also act as engines of socio-economic progress for the communities they are part of. “Education should empower local communities and help them move forward with confidence. Our colleges and universities must inspire students to think innovatively and act with purpose,” he said.
The Chief Minister praised Goreswar College for its growth over the last fifty years, calling it one of the most respected institutions in Assam. He lauded the college’s efforts to support rural students and emphasized that such institutions have a major role to play in achieving Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat’ (Developed India) by the year 2047. Calling the young generation “Amrit Santan” — the children of India’s Amrit Kaal (golden era) — Sarma stressed that they must lead the charge in transforming the nation. “India is standing at the threshold of great change. The responsibility of leading that change lies with our youth,” he added.Highlighting the fast-paced changes taking place in global education systems, the Chief Minister urged students to go beyond traditional methods and adopt disciplines that are reshaping industries and societies worldwide. He pointed out key areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, quantum physics, Internet of Things (IoT), augmented reality, and data analytics as fields where the youth must build expertise.
“The world is changing rapidly, and we cannot afford to be left behind. Our students must be prepared to compete globally. We must modernise our curriculum and introduce advanced subjects that will prepare our students for tomorrow’s challenges,” he remarked. Sarma also called on educational institutions to constantly review and upgrade their teaching methods and academic programs. He noted that in order to stay relevant in a technology-driven world, institutions must ensure their students receive training that is both globally competitive and locally meaningful.