Itanagar, Jul 9: The newly appointed Vice Chancellor of Rajiv Gandhi University, Dr Shivaraj, called on Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen (Retd) KT Parnaik at Lok Bhavan here on Thursday, shortly after assuming charge of the premier institution.
The Governor, who is also the Chief Rector of the university, welcomed Dr Shivaraj and conveyed his best wishes for a successful tenure. He expressed confidence that under the new leadership, the university would further strengthen its standing as a centre of excellence in higher education, innovation and knowledge creation.
During the interaction, the Governor underscored the importance of professionalism, discipline, punctuality and commitment to scholarly pursuits, saying these should remain the hallmarks of the institution. He stressed that a conducive atmosphere for intellectual growth must be nurtured through the active participation of faculty members, administrative personnel and scholars alike.
Highlighting Arunachal Pradesh's unique strengths, the Governor advised the Vice Chancellor to promote research focusing on the state’s rich biodiversity, indigenous traditions, natural resources, environmental conservation and socio-economic development.
He also advocated greater emphasis on sports, wellness initiatives, community engagement and extension activities so that students develop into responsible citizens capable of contributing meaningfully to society and nation-building.
Dr Shivaraj assured the Governor of his wholehearted commitment to strengthening academic excellence, promoting meaningful research, enhancing institutional governance and fostering a vibrant campus culture. He said he would work closely with all stakeholders to build upon the university's achievements and further elevate Rajiv Gandhi University as a leading centre of higher learning, innovation and societal engagement in the region.
Former Vice Chancellor in-charge Prof SK Nayak and Registrar Dr NT Rikam were also present during the meeting.