Dehradun, July 8 -- his lifelong commitment to institution building as the foundation of nation building.
Independent India did not emerge merely from a political struggle. It had to build universities capable of educating its citizens, research institutions that could advance scientific knowledge, industries that could generate economic self-reliance, cultural organisations that would preserve civilisational heritage, and public institutions that could uphold democratic values. Dr Mookerjee understood early that a nation's future depends not only on visionary leadership but also on strong institutions that outlast individual leaders and governments.
His remarkable academic career reflected this conviction. Appointed the youngest Vice-Cha...