BJP MLA Advises Students to Pursue Trades Over Degrees

At an event inaugurating the PM College of Excellence, BJP MLA Pannalal Shakya told students that degrees wouldn't help and suggested opening motorcycle puncture repair shops instead. He also commented on environmental concerns, referencing a recent massive sapling plantation drive and the importance of protecting natural elements.

During the inauguration of the PM College of Excellence, BJP MLA Pannalal Shakya advised students to opt for practical trades rather than academic degrees, citing limited benefits of higher education in securing livelihoods.

The event featured an e-inauguration by Union Home Minister Amit Shah and was part of a statewide rollout. Shakya's remarks, suggesting students open motorcycle puncture repair shops, came as a surprise considering the context of the event.

Shakya also voiced concerns about environmental neglect, referencing a record-setting sapling plantation drive in Indore and criticizing the lack of long-term commitment to tree care and the rampant encroachment on government land.