JMI embodies Gandhi, Tagores vision of progressive education: Delhi LG

new delhi: delhi lieutenant governor vinai kumar saxena on monday described jamia millia islamia (jmi) as an institution envisioned by mahatma gandhi and rabindranath tagore to provide progressive education to students from all communities.addressing the valedictory function at the ansari auditorium during the university's 105th foundation day celebrations and talimi mela, saxena expressed his delight at being part of jamia's historic journey.“i am among the students on whose shoulders lies the responsibility of making this great country the leader of the world,” saxena said, praising jmi's contribution to inclusive education and nation-building.“jamia was founded at a time when india needed institutions that could spread both education and the message of freedom,” he said, adding that its founders sought to “build the character of students, brighten their lives, and shape the country's future.”highlighting the university's achievements, he noted, “today, jmi has become the fourth-highest-ranked university in the country. students from every corner of india come here and contribute to building the nation's future.”saxena urged students to pursue excellence and use their education to serve society. “education is a divine command. you can make your education useful only when you make yourself useful to society,” he said.vice-chancellor mazhar asif said jamia's transformation from “a small ustadon ka madarssa” to a globally recognised institution with 24,000 students and over 800 faculty members was remarkable. he announced plans to establish a medical college, expand hostels, and enhance campus safety and accessibility.the l-g also released the jamia journal of peace studies during the event, which concluded with the lowering of the university flag amid an illuminated campus, marking the close of a week-long celebration of academic and cultural vibrancy.