Pralhad Joshi appeals to educational institutions to equip students with industry-oriented skills and entrepreneurship

Union Minister for Education, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Pralhad Joshi emphasised the need for educational institutions to move beyond traditional degree-oriented education and equip students with industry-related skills, entrepreneurial capabilities, and leadership qualities. According to a report by The Hindu, he made these remarks on Saturday during the inauguration of the college's newly constructed third floor and the Jnanayogi Shri Siddheshwar Swamiji Auditorium at the Chetan Group of Institutions in Hubballi.

Minister Pralhad Joshi stated that in a changing and increasingly competitive world, skill-based and industry-oriented education has become inevitable. He added that educational institutions should focus on helping students develop confidence, communication skills, leadership qualities, and an entrepreneurial outlook.

On this occasion, he praised the Chetan Group for its commitment to quality education and for linking modern education with Indian culture, values, and traditions. He expressed hope that the institution would progress further and emerge as an educational centre that would properly shape the future of thousands of students.

The event was held in the presence of Sri Shivaratri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji of the Sri Veerasimhasana Mahasamsthana Math located in Suttur, Mysuru district. During the programme, the prestigious 'Chetnashree' awards were conferred upon progressive farmer and agri-entrepreneur Kavita Mishra for her contribution to the field of agriculture and entrepreneurship, as well as Abdul Khader Nadakattin, the founder and chairman of Nadakattin Agri Business Private Limited.

Several other dignitaries were also present at the event, including MP Jagadish Shettar, MLC Basavaraj Horatti, Hubballi-Dharwad Central MLA Mahesh Tenginkai, Hubballi-Dharwad East MLA Prasad Abhayya, MLC Lingaraj Patil, Mayor Durgamma Shashikanth Bijavad, and Deputy Mayor Ratnabai Eknath Nazare.