Governor hails role of Abesana Foundation in education sector
Source: Chronicle News Service DIPR

Imphal, January 04 2023: Governor La Ganesan has said that Abesana Research Foundation has been rendering yeomen services in the field of education.

Speaking at a philanthropic event held at the Auditorium of Manipur State Film Development Society, Konung Mamang, here, on Wednesday, the Governor commended that the Research Foundation, floated in memory of Diana Rajkumari, has been organising these philanthropic activities and inspiring youth of the present generation.

He said, "Although, unfortunately, she passed away while pursuing her PhD, she made significant scientific contributions in the field of horticulture to save endangered orchids.

In recognition of her invaluable contributions, she was awarded Young Scientist Award".

La Ganesan then expressed hope that the Foundation will keep carrying out various philanthropic activities in different parts of the state to disseminate message of having quality education in life.

Union Minister of State for External Affairs & Education Dr Rajkumar Ranjan Singh, while lamenting the untimely demise of his daughter Diana Rajkumari, said, "Although we lost Diana, we have a number of promising young girls whose endeavour will flourish the future of the nation".

He further said that under NEP-2020, the basic aim is to give more focus on employability.

Under the policy, young citizens will be trained in diverse fields of education wherein they may be best suited for job opportunities.

He continued that many universities and colleges are equipped with digital platforms and 1200 channels have also been introduced.

Citing the importance of women in education, Dr Ranjan said that women should be the frontrunner in education and development.

He appealed to the students and teachers to maintain cleanliness in their schools and also to be an environment enthusiast in fighting the effects of climate change, globally.

Governor La Ganesan along with Dr Rajkumar Ranjan Singh distributed bicycles, smart projectors, sport materials and school bags to 90 girl students from 18 schools of Imphal valley.

The event was organised by the Abesana Research Foundation under the sponsorship of the Leela Foundation, India.

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