Prime Minister Modi addresses IIT Delhi graduates, emphasizing the importance of technological change and curiosity

During the presentation of the book 'Vaikoo in Parliament' in Lok Sabha, opposition leader Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He stated: 'Who are these forgiving people? Our prime ministers say they forgive them. I do not know who these forgiving people are.'

Rahul Gandhi noted that the country is going through an unusual period where students are on the streets, experiencing severe difficulties. They demand justice in exams and in an educational system that truly works. At the same time, according to him, the Prime Minister forgives them.

He added that he does not understand where the idea came from in the Prime Minister's mind that he has the right to forgive the future of India, but emphasized that he wishes this. Criticizing the RSS, Rahul Gandhi stated that there is a very dangerous idea present in the thinking of the Prime Minister, his colleagues, and especially the RSS.

The presentation of the book Vaikoo took place at the Constitutional Club of India in Delhi. During the event, Rahul Gandhi highly praised Vaikoo, offering congratulations for his speeches and book. Gandhi noted that when evaluating any politician, consistency is most important to him—whether a person says one thing one day and something else another day. He stressed that Vaikoo has always remained true to his ideology, and their friendship has lasted a long time.

Mentioning Vaikoo's age, Rahul Gandhi observed that although he was called a young man, it was not mentioned that he was elegant and handsome. He asked who this young man is: is it the one who asks questions. Despite Vaikoo being 82 years old, he continues to ask questions, unlike some people.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed Generation Z through a video on Instagram. In his address, he spoke about the desire to forgive the youth. PM Modi mentioned the incident at Jantar Mantar, which the entire country and world saw. He reported that some hooligans used indecent profanities that are unbecoming of a civilized society. He also mentioned that he and his late mother were pelted with garbage.

Narendra Modi inaugurated the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Youth Center, known as Viveka Smaraka, in the city of Mysuru, Karnataka, on Saturday. He described this center as a place that will inspire young Indians to embrace the ideals of nation-building, service, and character development.

This youth center was built by the Sri Ramakrishna Ashram in Mysuru on the premises where Swami Vivekananda stayed during his visit to Mysuru in November 1892. This visit is considered significant because it was here that he first decided to participate in the World Parliament of Religions in Chicago in 1893.

Modi also noted that the National Education Policy (NEP) is preparing India's youth for the demands of the 21st century. He urged the institution to nurture youth who prioritize the interests of society and the nation over personal gain.

Education in the mother tongue and local products

Furthermore, he appealed to the public to support Indian culture by purchasing locally made goods and supporting local artisans. Specifically, he mentioned Mysore silk and handicrafts as suitable gifts.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Sunday the creation of a high-powered task force headed by technology expert Nandan Nilekani. This group is tasked with developing recommendations aimed at enhancing the reliability, transparency, and technological aspects of the examination system in India.

Appeal to Students and Protective Measures

In a video address to students, Prime Minister Modi stated that the government has already taken several steps to secure the future of learners. These measures include combating exam malpractice, establishing fast-track courts, and introducing stricter legal provisions through new legislation.

Modi emphasized that the government is continuously taking various measures for the future of students. He noted that those who interfered with students' futures are in jail, and fast-track courts have been established. Furthermore, work is underway to pass new legislation in Parliament that will contain stringent legal norms.

Focus on Exam Reforms

However, according to the Prime Minister, the focus must be on the future. He stated that the examination system needs reliability and transparency, and it must maximize the use of technology. Given these factors, the decision was made to form a high-powered task force under the leadership of world-renowned technology expert Nandan Nilekani.

This task force will concentrate on exam reforms, and based on its report, steps will be taken to ensure the authenticity of upcoming tests in the shortest possible time. This announcement came amid the Central Government's efforts to strengthen the examination process following recent scandals related to irregularities in competitive exams.

Additionally, the government proposed amendments to the Public Examinations Act (Prevention of Unfair Means), providing for timely investigations, expedited judicial processes, and increased penalties for material leaks and organized cheating in exams. The task force led by Nandan Nilekani should study the application of technology and propose systemic changes to enhance the transparency, authenticity, and efficiency of conducting public examinations across the country.