Seminar on ‘Youth and National Integration’ held at Mysore varsity

The Department of Studies (DoS) in Geography and the Centre for Geoinformatics Technology at the University of Mysore jointly organised a seminar on “Youth and National Integration” on Wednesday, commemorating the memory of Dr. Zakir Husain, the third President of India, and honouring his contributions to nation-building and education.

Ms. Savitha M.K., Registrar, University of Mysore, inaugurated the seminar and underscored the need to educate students about the lives and philosophies of great national leaders.

The keynote address was delivered by Prof. Syed Akheel Ahmed, former Vice-Chancellor of Yenepoya University, Mangaluru, who highlighted the relevance of value-based education in promoting national harmony.

Mr. Keshav H.R., industrialist and former District Governor of Rotary Mysuru, spoke about the pivotal role of youth in nation-building and social service.

The seminar was presided over by Prof. B. Chandrashekara, Chairman, DoS in Geography. Prof. Ramu, Visiting Professor, DoS in Geography, MGM, and Prof. P. Jayashree, Course Coordinator, Centre for Geoinformatics Technology, DoS in Geography, University of Mysore, were present.

Resource persons shared insights into Gandhian philosophy, national values and the importance of education in strengthening unity among India’s diverse communities. The seminar concluded on a meaningful note, reinforcing the significance of youth engagement, value-based education and national integration in shaping a strong and inclusive India, a press release from the department said.