Dharamsala, March 14 || Praising Himachal Pradesh as 'Dev Bhoomi' (Land of the Gods) and 'Veer Bhoomi' (Land of the Brave), Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan said on Saturday that the state has contributed significantly to the nation's armed forces.
Addressing the ninth convocation of Central University of Himachal Pradesh here, the Vice-President commended the state for its rich hospitality, vibrant culture and enduring traditions.
Referring to India's rich academic heritage, Vice-President Radhakrishnan said that great ancient centres of learning such as Nalanda University and Takshashila flourished because of the wisdom, scholarship and constant intellectual evolution of their teachers.
"The gurus and acharyas of these institutions were lifelong learners, who refined their knowledge through debate, dialogue and research, creating an environment where ideas flourished and civilisations advanced."