Can’t Become Great Merely by Talking About History: Fadnavis Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis emphasized the importance of addressing contemporary challenges alongside historical legacy during his address at the Maharashtra Gyan Sabha 2026, held at Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT) in Nagpur. The conference, organized jointly by Nagpur University, Gondwana University, Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Nagpur, and Shiksha Sanskriti Utthan Nyas, focused on academic transformation under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Fadnavis highlighted the need to integrate global and Indian knowledge systems to foster innovation and national development. Fadnavis began by acknowledging India’s rich historical achievements, such as the establishment of ancient universities like Nalanda, Takshashila, and Vikramashila. However, he noted that repeated invasions and subsequent shifts in the education model led to the decline of these institutions. “While our history is glorious, merely reminiscing about it will not propel us forward,” he stated. Instead, he urged the nation to confront modern challenges, including rapid technological advancements and global competition. The CM underscored the urgency of adapting to the accelerated pace of industrial revolutions. He pointed out that the world has witnessed three major industrial revolutions in just 15 years, a stark contrast to the previous 250-year span of the first three. Fadnavis warned that ignoring this transformation could leave India behind, stressing the need for an education system that bridges traditional and contemporary knowledge.#devendra_fadnavis #nagpur_university #gondwana_university #maharashtra_gyan_sabha_2026 #visvesvaraya_national_institute_of_technology
