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Modi for more research, strengthening state universities (Lead)
Jalandhar, Jan 3 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday added ‘Jai Anusandhan’ to the slogan ‘Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan’ coined by the late Lal Bahadur Shastri, hailing the power of research to propel the nation into the top league.
The slogan ‘Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan’ was later suffixed with ‘Jai Vigyan’ by then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
Addressing the 106th Indian Science Congress here, Modi said India must place emphasis on its research output.
“Today’s new slogan is ‘Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan, Jai Vigyan and Jai Anusandhan’. I would like to add ‘Jai Anusandhan’ to it,” he said.
The research now should have two objectives, he said: generation of disruptive technologies and consumption of that technology for socio economic well-being.
“Our scientists must commit themselves to addressing problems of affordable healthcare, housing, clean air, water and energy, agricultural productivity and food processing.
“While science is universal, technology must be local for providing solutions relevant to local needs and conditions,” he said.
He advised that though the number of research papers coming from India had increased, “we must not do research for the sake of it”.
“India has enlightened the world since ancient times. Now the time has come that India regains its earlier status,” Modi said.
Continuing his emphasis on research, the Prime Minister said 95 per cent of students still study in state universities and colleges “where research is limited”.
“A strong ecosystem is needed to be developed at these universities and colleges.”
The farmers’ distress also found mention in his speech. Modi said that a big problem with agriculture was that most farmers were farming on less than two hectares of land.
“These people have most need of technology to use their limited resources.
“We have achieved success in ease of doing business, now we need to focus on ‘ease of living’,” he said.
The five-day Science Congress will host a series of seminars and talks on science related issues revolving around the theme ‘Future India: Science and Technology’.
The Congress has a rich legacy during both, pre and post-independence India, having been chaired in the past by such illustrious scientists as Meghnad Saha, J.C. Bose, C.V. Raman, Homi J. Bhabha, Satyendra Nath Bose, C.N.R. Rao and P.C. Mahalanobis.
The first day saw a gathering of around 15,000 people including students, scientists and delegates.
“This is probably the biggest gathering of scientists under one banner in history of mankind,” claimed Ashok Mittal, Chancellor of Lovely Professional University where the event is being hosted.
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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma
World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.
Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.
During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.
On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”
Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.
It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.
Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.
Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”
On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”
The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.