Give Priority to Starting Small Startups – Minister of State for Finance Adv. Ashish Jaiswal

Nagpur, Aug 2025 : Innovative, time-relevant changes in the education sector are extremely important to shape the bright future of the country. Students need to not only embrace new technologies but also adopt the mindset of becoming entrepreneurs by starting their own small startups instead of seeking jobs, stated Minister of State for Finance Adv. Ashish Jaiswal.

He was speaking at the convocation ceremony of Central India College of Pharmacy, run by Mehmuda Education and Women’s Rural Development Multi-Purpose Organization. The ceremony, held at Vanamati Auditorium, was attended by chief guests Amruta Fadnavis, Mudassir Patel, Dr. Tanzim, Dr. Unaiza, Pranav Sharma (Chairman of Vaidyanath Group), Dr. S.S. Sonawane, the organization’s Chairperson Hafsa Ahmed, Vice-Chairperson Husna Ahmed, former minister Dr. Anees Ahmed, Zaid Ahmed, and other dignitaries.

“There are immense opportunities in the fields of infrastructure, technology, and environment. To seize them, graduates must choose a path different from traditional careers. In Nagpur, there is also a huge scope for the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector based on the talent of local professionals. For this, students of pharmaceutical sciences in the institution should come forward,” urged Minister of State Adv. Ashish Jaiswal.

Speaking on the occasion, Amruta Fadnavis highlighted that in the changing scenario, there are numerous safe fields offering significant opportunities for women. In India’s journey to becoming a superpower, women’s contribution will be remarkable. Therefore, girls should focus on acquiring research skills and adapting to new technologies in line with the evolving world.

Former cabinet minister Dr. Anees Ahmed and Janab Mudassir Patel also shared their thoughts. The program began with an introduction by the institution’s director Zaid Ahmed and was anchored by Prof. Iftesham Ansari. During the ceremony at Vanamati Auditorium on VIP Road, degrees were awarded to graduating students of the Bachelor of Pharmacy program.