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JAMMU, Mar 30: Union Minister for Education, Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’, in presence of Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, today inaugurated “Anandam- The Center for Happiness” at IIM Jammu through virtual mode.
Union Education Minister, during his address, congratulated IIM Jammu for the new venture and said that incorporating happiness in the academic curriculum of students is a very crucial step towards empowering our nation.
The Center for Happiness aligns with NEP-2020, aiming to achieve holistic well-being for all.
This step will take our education system to new heights, similar to the times of ancient Indian universities like Nalanda and Takshashila, he added.
Speaking on the occasion, Lt Governor, Manoj Sinha called upon the young generation to find the inner joy and focus on ‘Balanced Life’ through Meditation and Yoga in order to meet the modern day challenges.
Highlighting the significance of “Anandam- The Center for Happiness”, the Lt Governor observed that the new center emphasizes on holistic well-being of students, just like the Center for Meditation.
Terming Self-revelation as an integral part of Gurukul education tradition, the Lt Governor said that centers like Anandam have worldwide paved the way for education to become a vibrant force and to know oneself. Now, the IIM Management students in Jammu will also be able to experience the same.
The Lt Governor expressed his gratitude towards the Hon’ble Prime Minister, Narendra Modi for making untiring efforts in bringing a balance in education and professional life, in the routines of students and professionals through Yoga and Fit India Movement.
He also thanked Sri Sri Ravi Shankar for his immense contribution towards promoting Holistic Living and improving people’s lives.
Speaking on the importance of happiness in a Nation’s development, the Lt Governor made a special mention of Bhutan where the growth is measured as GNH-Gross National Happiness rather than GDP.
“The right way to measure wealth is to measure happiness and not just money”, said the Lt Governor. Staying happy is the best prayer that anyone can offer to God and is the real idea of happiness, he added.
“Anandam” is a pure consciousness that doesn’t aim only for happiness but knowing the truth, doing good, and enjoying the beauty around. “Sarvabhtahiteratāḥ” stands for being always engaged for the well-being of all, the Lt Governor maintained.
The Lt Governor hoped that the new center would act as a medium for the students to complete their journey from students’ life to working professionals happily, the Lt Governor maintained.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Founder, Art of Living Foundation also spoke on the occasion and provided his idea of happiness.
D. Milind Kamble, Chairman, Board of Governors, IIM Jammu; Prof. BS Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu, besides faculty members and students of IIM Jammu, attended the inaugural ceremony, in person, and through virtual mode. |
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