Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha highlighted the significant role of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in molding responsible and socially conscious citizens for the future generation. He stressed that meaningful social work can be achieved without political engagement. Saha commended the voluntary organisations for their contributions to society, especially in nurturing children and youth.
Assuring support from the state government, Saha expressed his happiness in participating in a meeting with Janajati (tribals) NGOs in Agartala. He pledged to address the raised demands with the Tribal Welfare Minister and relevant officials. The Chief Minister emphasized the importance of ensuring the proper upbringing of children in hostels, promising government assistance in this regard.
Saha underlined the crucial role of NGOs in instilling values and social responsibility in young minds, advocating for character-building and social awareness alongside formal education. He cited the example of President Droupadi Murmu to illustrate how tribal individuals can contribute to the nation without political involvement. The Chief Minister also referenced Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a developed India by 2047, highlighting the pivotal role of today’s students in achieving this goal.
Describing education as a transformative tool, Saha emphasized the importance of imparting moral values to children along with academic learning. He stated that education serves as a bridge from ignorance to knowledge and falsehood to truth. The meeting saw the participation of NGO representatives from various parts of Tripura.
