“Put Nation Above All; Aim to Create Jobs, Not Just Seek Them,” Urges Shri Vasudev Devnani

Udaipur, Shri Vasudev Devnani, Speaker of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly, stressed the importance of self-reliance and patriotic duty as he presided over the 59th Foundation Day and Felicitation Ceremony of Vidyabhavan Polytechnic College in Udaipur today.

Addressing a gathering of students, faculty, and distinguished alumni, Shri Devnani asserted that “every citizen must embrace the spirit of ‘Rashtra Sarvopari’ (nation above all) if India is to continue its journey of progress.” He emphasized that in an era dominated by artificial intelligence, practical and technical skills outweigh rote learning. “Passing exams cannot be the sole aim of education,” he declared. “Discipline, dignity, and dedication are the true engines of societal and national development.”

Shri Devnani urged students not to chase employment alone but to aspire to become employment-creators. “Study well, earn well, and live for your country—that must be our pledge,” he said. Recalling India’s ancient technological heritage from the days of Mohenjo-daro, he encouraged attendees to adapt global innovations to serve national priorities.

Highlighting the college’s evolution—from its single branch inception in 1956 to six branches today—he praised founders like Mohan Singh Mehta and pioneer principals for their “unprecedented vision” in establishing Vidyabhavan when formal technical education was scarce. As a former Principal of the institution (1991–2000), Shri Devnani reflected on how his three decades of service there shaped his life.

He toured the new Saraswati Mechatronics Lab, smart classrooms, CNC vertical machining center, and lathe machine facility before inaugurating the felicitation segment. Twenty-two alumni marking fifty years since graduation and twenty-six marking twenty-five years were honored for their achievements. Udaipur MLA Shri Tarachand Jain and Alumni Association leaders Mr. Naveen Vyas and Mr. Jayprakash Shrimali also spoke, outlining the college’s continued growth and future projects. Retired IAS officer and Vidyabhavan Society Director Shri Rajendra Bhatt expressed the alumni’s gratitude.

Concluding his visit, Shri Devnani announced plans to undertake a pilgrimage to Eklingji and Nathdwara on May 11, departing Udaipur at 8:30 AM by road.