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Arunachal Governor Urges State University to Prioritize Academic Excellence and Research
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News18•12-10-2026, 17:30
Arunachal Governor Urges State University to Prioritize Academic Excellence and Research
- •Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K T Parnaik urged Arunachal Pradesh University to strengthen academic standards and promote relevant research.
- •The governor met with Vice Chancellor Prof Ashan Riddi at Lok Bhavan to discuss expectations for the state's only university.
- •Parnaik emphasized the need for professionalism, discipline, high academic integrity, and a vibrant campus atmosphere.
- •He called for research focused on the state's rich biodiversity, indigenous knowledge systems, natural resources, and environmental conservation.
- •The university was encouraged to prioritize student well-being, sports, community engagement, and practical skill development.
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Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K T Parnaik urged Arunachal Pradesh University to strengthen academic standards, promote relevant research, and prepare students to address real-world challenges, emphasizing the institution's key role in shaping the state's future.
Professor Ashan Riddi was appointed as the Vice-Chancellor of Arunachal Pradesh University, succeeding founding VC Prof Tomo Riba.
The governor called for a greater emphasis on research focusing on the state's rich biodiversity, indigenous knowledge systems, and natural resources, while also addressing environmental conservation and socio-economic development.