Itanagar, Oct 12 : The Vice Chancellor of Arunachal Pradesh University (APU), Prof. Ashan Riddhi, called on the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh and Chancellor of the University, Lt Gen KT Parnaik (Retd.), at Lok Bhavan, Itanagar today.
The Governor congratulated the Vice Chancellor and wished him a successful tenure. He expressed confidence that under his leadership, APU would emerge as a stronger centre of academic excellence, innovation and knowledge creation.
Emphasizing that APU is the State’s sole university, the Governor advised the Vice Chancellor to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, discipline, punctuality and academic integrity. He stressed the need to build a vibrant academic environment where faculty members, researchers and students work together with dedication, curiosity and a shared commitment to excellence.
The Governor encouraged the University to promote research rooted in Arunachal Pradesh’s rich biodiversity, indigenous knowledge systems, natural resources, environmental conservation and socio-economic development. He also called for greater attention to sports, student wellness, community engagement and extension activities, enabling students to develop leadership, social responsibility and a spirit of service.
The Governor emphasized that the University must go beyond awarding degrees and prepare young people to address real-world challenges and contribute meaningfully to the State and the nation.
The Vice Chancellor assured the Governor of his commitment to strengthening academic standards, promoting relevant research, improving institutional governance and fostering a positive and inclusive campus culture.