New Delhi, Dec. 22 -- The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal, urged students to pursue spiritual education alongside quality modern learning, saying such a balanced approach is essential for building a developed, self-reliant and value-driven India during the Amrit Kaal.

Sarbananda Sonowal was speaking at the first convocation ceremony of Krishna Guru Spiritual University held at Na-Satra in Barpeta district of Assam. The Governor of Assam, Laxman Prasad Acharya, graced the occasion as the chief guest.

Degrees, including doctorates, postgraduate degrees and other academic qualifications, were conferred on students from various disciplines. Gold medals were also awarded for outstanding academic perf...