Pune: Himachal Pradesh governor Kavinder Gupta visited MIT World Peace University on July 5th and held discussions with the university’s academic leadership.The discussions ranged from higher education and leadership development, to student transformation initiatives. Speaking during the visit, Gupta said, “Quality education must go beyond classroom learning and focus on building character, discipline and emotional strength”.Referring to the university’s Life Transformation Centre at Boribel in Daund, he said “Such models address aspects of education that are often overlooked in conventional academic programmes. It focuses on developing qualities that are equally important as academic excellence. Students from Himachal Pradesh should also have the opportunity to experience such a transformative programme,”. He also observed the university’s School of Government programme and said, “Programmes that prepare ethical and capable public leaders are relevant in today’s changing governance landscape.”As Chancellor of all state universities in Himachal Pradesh, Gupta said he would explore collaboration between universities in the state and MIT-WPU in areas such as research, innovation, governance education and student development programmes. “Holistic development of students, alongside academic excellence, remains my sacred responsibility as chancellor of state universities in Himachal Pradesh,” he added.Managing Trustee and Executive President Rahul V Karad said, “This institution believes in developing well-rounded individuals and is eager to collaborate with Himachal Pradesh in expanding the educational opportunities”.
