Stresses on blending heritage with modern education; Lauds 100% CBSE result, felicitates meritorious students

Dalhousie(Ajay Puri, Rajeshver Behl) : Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta on Thursday called for preserving India’s rich cultural heritage and traditional values along with modern education, science and technology.
He was addressing the annual function ‘Virasat-2026’ of Dalhousie Hilltop School as Chief Guest.
Governor Gupta said heritage is not merely a legacy from previous generations, but also the values, thoughts and actions that the present generation passes on to the future. He stressed that education should focus not only on academic achievements but also on critical thinking, creativity, practical skills, problem-solving and social responsibility.
Referring to NEP-2020, the Governor said the policy is playing a vital role in transforming education by encouraging innovation, skill development and holistic growth. He said emerging fields like Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, STEM and digital learning are creating new opportunities for youth, including those in Himachal Pradesh.
Highlighting PM Narendra Modi’s vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, he said India can become a developed nation through knowledgeable, innovative, self-reliant and disciplined youth. He urged students to stay connected with Indian culture and values while acquiring modern skills.
Congratulating the school for 100% result in CBSE Class X, the Governor appreciated the collective efforts of management, teachers, students and parents. He lauded Akshit Kumar of Jammu & Kashmir for securing 98.8% in Class XII and topping Chamba district.
He recalled the contribution of founder I.M. Dhawan and appreciated Managing Director Dr. Sudhir Dhawan and Chairperson Dr. Poonam Rai Dhawan for promoting quality education.
Dr. Poonam Rai Dhawan presented the annual report highlighting history, academic achievements and co-curricular activities. The management felicitated the Governor with a traditional shawl, Himachali cap and memento. Students presented colourful cultural performances.
Addressing students, Gupta said success should not be measured only by marks or positions, but by character, conduct and contribution to society. He urged them to protect water, forests and land and adopt sustainable lifestyles as custodians of the Himalayan environment.
Former Minister Asha Kumari, SDM Anil Bhardwaj, DSP Mayank Sharma, senior officers of Army and Air Force, Ranjan Sharma, former CMO Dr. Vipin Thakur, DPS President Dr. Captain G.S. Dhillon, parents and prominent citizens were present.
The Governor congratulated the school management, Principal Dr. Poonam Rai Dhawan, MD Dr. Sudhir Dhawan, teachers and students on successful organisation of ‘Virasat-2026’.