Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, at the inauguration of BITS Pilani’s Mumbai campus in Kalyan, Maharashtra, highlighted the vital role institutions like BITS play in nurturing India’s young talent and contributing to the nation’s growth.
A growing India draws from its youth, the skilled youth which contributes to this growth.
BITS Pilani, an institution which started just from being a ‘Paathshala’, is now an institution where people now long to study.
There are 7,400 CEOs from BITS Pilani, many in Fortune 500… pic.twitter.com/0piPRjR4Qy
— Nirmala Sitharaman Office (@nsitharamanoffc) February 24, 2024
Key Takeaways:
- Skilled youth are India’s growth engine:Â The Minister emphasized the importance of a skilled and empowered youth as the driving force behind India’s economic and social progress.
- BITS Pilani: From humble beginnings to global recognition:Â She lauded BITS Pilani’s remarkable journey, transforming from a “Paathshala” to a prestigious institution attracting students worldwide.
- Alumni shaping the world: The impressive statistics showcase the impact of BITS alumni – 7,400 CEOs, 3,300 academicians, and 600 civil and defense service personnel currently contributing to various sectors globally.
- Building a brighter future:Â The Minister emphasized the need for more such institutions to equip young minds with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to build a stronger and brighter future for India.
Quotes from the Minister:
- “A growing India draws from its youth, the skilled youth which contributes to this growth.”
- “BITS Pilani is an institution where people now long to study… There are 7,400 CEOs from BITS Pilani, many in Fortune 500 companies.”
- “Over 3,300 academicians… are from BITS Pilani… Over 600 professionals serving in Civil Services and Indian Defence Services are from BITS Pilani.”