During a symposium at Shivalik College of Engineering in Dehradun, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami asserted that higher education is foundational for achieving a developed and prosperous India. He noted that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, significant transformations in education, innovation, and skill development are underway, which are crucial for realizing the vision of a developed nation by 2047. Dhami highlighted the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 as a historic initiative aimed at revitalizing India's education system, fostering innovation, and preparing students for future challenges. He emphasized the need for higher education institutions to become hubs of research and innovation, aligning with initiatives like Digital India and Atmanirbhar Bharat. The Chief Minister also discussed efforts in Uttarakhand to enhance digital learning and promote modern disciplines, aiming to equip youth with skills that enable them to be job creators rather than just job seekers. He encouraged collaboration between academia and industry to further this goal.