Congress believes in fair growth, BJP in triple-down approach: Rahul Gandhi
Chennai: In an interaction with students at IIT Madras, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi contrasted the ideologies of the Congress and the BJP, emphasising his party's focus on equitable distribution of resources and inclusive growth. He described the BJP's approach as more aggressive, rooted in a "triple-down" economic model.
Gandhi explained that the Congress envisions a harmonious society with less conflict, which he believes benefits the nation. On international relations, he acknowledged some differences between the two parties but suggested similarities in certain areas.
The Congress leader strongly criticised India's education system, calling it "narrow, restrictive, and top-down." He advocated for increased government spending on education, asserting that privatisation and financial incentives fail to deliver quality education. Highlighting the achievements of institutions like IIT Madras, Gandhi argued that government-funded institutions are the backbone of quality education in India.
"Our system undervalues many professions while overvaluing a select few like engineering, medicine, and civil services," he remarked, urging reforms to promote innovation and broaden career opportunities for students.
Gandhi emphasised the importance of fostering creativity and innovation among students. He argued that real progress lies in physical production and skill development, which require substantial investment. Reflecting on his Bharat Jodo Yatra, he noted that children's aspirations often revolve around a narrow set of professions, underscoring the need for an education system that values diverse talents.
"The current system measures success too narrowly. It should empower children to explore multiple fields and pursue their interests," he said.
The Congress leader concluded by advocating for systemic changes to allow children the freedom to experiment and thrive in various fields.
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Dog nibbles on man's body at district hospital in MP's Narmadapuram; probe ordered
Narmadapuram (MP), May 11 (PTI): A dog nibbled on the body of an accident victim at a government hospital in Madhya Pradesh's Narmadapuram, prompting the authorities to order a probe, an official said on Sunday.
The incident occurred at the district hospital on Friday night, the official said.
The body of Nikhil Chourasia (21), who died in an accident near Palanpur, was kept for post-mortem, the hospital's civil surgeon Sudhir Vijayvargiya said.
He said an investigation would be conducted, a show-cause notice would be issued to the security guard and assured that steps would be taken to improve the security at the facility.
The deceased man's cousin, Ankit Gohile, said he had stepped out to drink water and saw a dog fleeing with a piece of flesh from the body when he returned.
A complaint has been lodged in the matter, he said, accusing the hospital management of negligence.
