NEW DELHI — Veteran leader and former Union Minister Murli Manohar Joshi emphasized on Thursday that the legitimate concerns of students must be addressed with empathy and dialogue, firmly rejecting the use of police batons and force to suppress student agitations. Speaking on the sidelines of the 21st FICCI Higher Education Summit held at Bharat Mandapam, Joshi underscored that heavy-handed tactics do not resolve underlying disputes. “Relying on baton charges is neither justified nor effective. You cannot resolve grievances this way,” Joshi said. “Listen to what they have to say when issues arise. After all, they are our children.” The two-day summit, centered on the theme “Higher Education for a New World Order: Reform, Resilience, and Relevance,” brought together policy experts, educators, and industry leaders to discuss the evolving landscape of Indian academia. Joshi, a Padma Vibhushan awardee, also shared his perspective on the core philosophy of education, stating that the Indian academic tradition focuses on creating a balanced society. He noted that holistic education must nurture an individual’s physical, intellectual, and spiritual growth simultaneously. Addressing modern academic challenges at the summit, FICCI Secretary General Anant Swarup highlighted the transformative impact of emerging technologies. Swarup observed that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly redefining the technical competencies and knowledge required of graduates, moving at a pace far faster than traditional curriculum revision committees can accommodate. Post navigation Prakash Raj Targets PM Modi Over Press Conferences, Raises Concerns on ECI Integrity Chirag Paswan on Delhi EC Stir: Take Grievances to Poll Body, Not the Streets
