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Education today needs more than classrooms and examinations. It needs compassion, humility, and the ability to prepare people for life. My recent conversations with Dr. Sathyanarayana Reddy, Vice Chancellor of Srinivas University, gave me the opportunity to reflect on how leadership in education can combine both vision and humanity.
A Leader Grounded in Humility
What touched me most was the simplicity with which Dr. Reddy carries himself. In many situations where others may expect formalities or attention, he chooses the path of humility. I saw this in small but powerful moments, such as when he preferred to walk to the guesthouse without waiting for a vehicle. His approach makes it clear that education without humility does not serve its true purpose. The more knowledge a person acquires, the more gentle and humble that person must become.
Learning Beyond Classrooms
In our exchanges, I was reminded that education should move beyond rote memorisation and narrow academic boundaries. We discussed the need for case study based learning, where students explore real world situations in service, healthcare, governance, and rural development. This method of learning brings depth and prepares students to face challenges with both competence and confidence.
Building Bridges with Industry
Another important area is the integration of industry with academia. We reflected on how institutions can create training centres within their campuses, where professionals mentor students directly. This model can especially help students in smaller groups to work in collective internships. This will bridge capability and specialization gaps and give the students a fair chance to wind in the competitive world. We win in competition by defeating others. We win in collaboration by complementing others.
Education of the Heart
Equally important is the education of the heart. Dr. Reddy and I agreed that learning should not stop with technical knowledge. It should also include emotional well being, personal stability, and the strength to manage relationships. A person who is well educated but emotionally weak cannot serve society in the right way.
Sharing Knowledge and Building Legacy
I believe that whatever knowledge and experience we gain in life should be shared with the next generation. This was also reflected in Dr. Reddy’s thoughts. He values the importance of dissemination, and this reminds me of the way Dr. A P J Abdul Kalam lived his life. Knowledge gains meaning only when it flows freely and benefits others.
My conversation with Dr. Reddy reaffirmed my belief that the future of education lies in blending humility with reform. It must prepare students not only for jobs but also for life. It must equip them with skills, values, and courage. And above all, it must remind us that education is not meant to lift one individual above another, but to lift society as a whole.
