On the birth anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay, Union Minister for Education, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, participated in Shramdaan under the “Swachhata Hi Sewa” campaign at Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College, University of Delhi, today. The Ministry of Education organised the event as part of the ongoing Swacchotsav celebrations inspired by the clarion call of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for a Swachh Bharat.

The Union Education Minister emphasized that practicing cleanliness should not be limited to just one day but should become an integral part of daily life. He urged everyone to make cleanliness a habit and join hands in building a bright, clean, healthy, and prosperous nation for future generations.

During his interaction with students, Shri Pradhan said that engaging with young minds is always inspiring, as their enthusiasm and confidence in a bright future is palpable. He highlighted the pivotal role of youth in ensuring Swachhta, their primacy in the vision of Viksit Bharat, the importance of discipline in life and career, and the need for them to commit to social causes. He urged the students to dedicate at least one hour every week to Swachhta.

The Minister also recalled the Prime Minister’s call for Aatmanirbharta and Swadeshi. He appealed to the younger generation to adopt Swadeshi products, be Vocal for Local, and contribute to scripting a new growth story of India as it marches towards the vision of a developed nation.

Secretary, Department of Higher Education (DoHE), Dr. Vineet Joshi; Vice-Chancellor of Delhi University Professor Yogesh Singh; Joint Secretary (DoHE), Shri Syed Ekram Rizvi; Joint Secretary (DoHE), Smt. Rina Sonowal Kouli; Joint Secretary (DoHE), Shri Armstrong Pame; officials of the Ministry; along with Prof. Gyantosh Kr. Jha, Principal, Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College; and other faculty members were also present at the event.

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