New Delhi, Aug. 29 -- Vice President CP Radhakrishnan on Saturday said that educational institutions should go beyond imparting basic education and evolve into global centres of knowledge, research and innovation, as per the release.

He addressed the Founders' Day Celebrations and the inauguration of 'Arivukoodam' of the Kongu Vellalar Institute of Technology (KVIT) Trust at Perundurai, Erode, as the Chief Guest.

The Vice President appreciated the vision of the 41 founders and noted that nearly one lakh people have received education through KVIT institutions. He said their contribution has played a significant role in the growth of education in the Kongu region and commended the institutions for their global linkages with countries inc...