Radhakrishnan also praised Mizoram’s strong environmental consciousness and commended Mizoram University for its efforts to operate substantially on solar energy
KRC TIMES NE Desk
Aizawl : Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on March 7 said the Northeast is no longer defined by its geographical distance from New Delhi but by its growing proximity to emerging economic opportunities.
Addressing the 20th convocation ceremony of Mizoram University in Aizawl, the Vice President highlighted the transformation in the region’s development narrative over the past decade, attributing it largely to the Centre’s focus on the Act East Policy.
He said major infrastructure initiatives, including the recently inaugurated Bairabi-Sairang railway line, along with central schemes such as UDAN and PM-DevINE, are helping integrate the region more closely with the national mainstream.
Congratulating the graduating students, Radhakrishnan urged them to view themselves as the “architects of Viksit Bharat” and contribute actively to the country’s development journey.
He described Mizoram University, located in the scenic hills of Aizawl, as an example of how education can drive transformation when rooted in peace, purpose and community values.
“The youth of the Northeast must look beyond seeking employment and instead focus on creating it,” he said, highlighting sectors such as tourism, bamboo-based industries, organic agriculture, handicrafts and digital services as areas where the region possesses strong global potential.
The Vice President also expressed concern over the growing problem of substance abuse among young people and urged graduates to take leadership in combating drug abuse within their communities.
He further advised responsible use of social media, encouraging the youth to utilise digital platforms for constructive purposes and social good rather than becoming distracted by them.
Radhakrishnan also praised Mizoram’s strong environmental consciousness and commended Mizoram University for its efforts to operate substantially on solar energy.
The convocation ceremony was attended by Vijay Kumar Singh, who serves as the Chief Rector of the university, Lalduhoma, Chief Minister of Mizoram, and Vice Chancellor Dibakar Chandra Deka, among other dignitaries.
