Prime Minister Narendra Modi today heaped praise on Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar at the centenary celebrations of the Patna University.

At the event, the PM also urged youngsters to think about innovative solutions to the problems.

– India is a youthful nation, blessed with youthful aspirations. Our youngsters can do a lot for the nation and the world.

– As youngsters, I urge you to think about innovative solutions to the problems faced by people around you. Through what you learnt and the Start up sector there is a lot you can do for society.

– A nation seen as a land of snake charmers has distinguished itself in the IT sector.

– Living in an era of globalisation, we need to understand the changing trends across the world and the increased spirit of competitiveness. In that context India has to make its place in the world.

– From conventional teaching, our universities need to move towards innovative learning.

– Bihar is blessed with both ‘Gyaan’ and ‘Ganga.’ This land has a legacy that is unique.

– The commitment of Nitish Kumar towards the progress of Bihar is commendable. We in the Centre attach topmost importance to the development of eastern India.

– In every state, the top levels of the civil services has people who have studied in Patna University. In Delhi, I interact with so many officials, many of whom belong to Bihar.(Agemcies)