Jammu, Nov. 5 -- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday felicitated meritorious students and honoured employees for completing 25 years of service at the annual 'Honour and Excellence Awards' ceremony held at the Convention Centre in Jammu.

Chief Minister said education should go beyond academic achievements and focus on shaping responsible citizens capable of independent thinking and distinguishing between right and wrong.

Congratulating students who secured outstanding results, including above 99 per cent marks, Omar said academic excellence was important, but developing well-rounded individuals with strong moral values was equally essential.

Referring to the growing influence of social media and digital platforms, he said the pres...