Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan was honoured with a prestigious Honorary Doctorate (Honoris Causa) degree from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) in a ceremony held today.
The event, attended by India's External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar and Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, marked a historic moment as President Hassan became the first woman to receive this distinguished accolade from JNU.
During her four-day visit to India, President Hassan shared her remarkable journey, starting from a humble upbringing in an African village to becoming Tanzania's first female president. She expressed deep affection for India, recalling her first visit in 1998 when she came to study in Hyderabad. "The world says there is no midway in falling in love with India, be it an Indian song, an Indian movie, or Indian cuisine, it is very difficult to resist Indian charm," she enthused.
President Hassan emphasized the profound bond between Tanzania and India, describing India as more than just a country but an extended family member, a strategic ally, a dependable partner, and a friend. She spoke warmly of her connection to Jawaharlal Nehru University, where she now felt like a cherished member of the family.
Dr S Jaishankar, an alumnus of JNU, expressed immense pride in honouring President Hassan and recognized the enduring relationship between India and Tanzania. He highlighted that over 5,000 Tanzanian nationals have been trained in educational institutions across India, with Tanzanian students making significant contributions to the nation's future through their innovative ideas and startups.
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan outlined India's commitment to transforming vocational education, discussing plans to create frameworks and infrastructure for the seamless integration of schools and skill development in higher education. This collaboration aims to shape a promising future for both nations through increased industry-academia cooperation.
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