Telangana Governor urges Assam students to explore the state’s cultural heritage
Hyderabad: Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Thursday urged visiting students from Assam to explore the state’s cultural heritage, historical landmarks and regional traditions beyond conventional sightseeing.
Interacting with a 72-member Assam contingent at Lok Bhavan on October 29, the Governor encouraged students to understand Telangana’s history and cultural diversity.
The interaction formed part of the “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat – Yuva Sangam” Phase VII programme, organised by the Union Ministry of Education in association with the University of Hyderabad.
Governor encourages Assam students to explore Telangana
The Governor encouraged Assam students to explore Telangana through its historical monuments, local traditions, language, cuisine and festivals. He specifically highlighted the historical and architectural significance of Charminar and Golconda Fort in Hyderabad.
Shukla urged the visiting students to understand the importance of these landmarks rather than limiting their visits to sightseeing. Moreover, he emphasised that experiencing regional customs and traditions would help students appreciate India’s cultural diversity.
The Governor also called upon the students to serve as cultural ambassadors between Assam and Telangana. He encouraged them to promote mutual respect, strengthen ties between the two states and contribute to national integration.
Students share experiences of Hyderabad visit
The Yuva Sangam Phase VII programme took place from October 23 to 29, bringing the Assam contingent to Telangana. During their interaction with the Governor, the students shared their experiences of visiting Hyderabad and learning about the region.
They appreciated the hospitality they received in the city and expressed admiration for Hyderabad’s technological development. The programme sought to promote cultural understanding through interactions between students from different regions of India.
Shukla reiterated the importance of learning about regional heritage and traditions while encouraging stronger cultural connections between Assam and Telangana.