Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K.T. Parnaik (Retd) on Sunday, 25 October 2026, called on young students to cultivate composure, determination and a strong passion quotient as the bedrock of effective leadership. Speaking at the concluding function of the State Level Youth Leadership Camp 'Spread Your Wings' held at Balijan, the Governor stressed that a true leader must appear calm on the outside while sustaining intense resolve within.

Governor's Core Message on Leadership

Addressing students of Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya Arunachal Pradesh Trust (VKVAPT), Lt Gen Parnaik underlined that effective communication sits at the heart of leadership. He advised the students to build the habit of reading and writing, arguing that these practices broaden knowledge, enrich vocabulary, sharpen analytical thinking and help individuals express ideas with clarity and confidence.

The Governor urged students to remain calm under pressure while holding on to a strong inner drive, clarity of purpose and unwavering determination. He described problem-solving as a defining quality of leadership, encouraging students to be perceptive, analytical and proactive — learning from experience, anticipating challenges and having the courage to make timely, responsible decisions.

Values and Moral Compass

Lt Gen Parnaik pressed upon the students to internalise core values: integrity, trust, commitment, modesty, courage, ownership and conviction. He reminded them that leadership authority is not a position of privilege but an obligation to guide, inspire and serve. 'Command must always come with responsibility,' he said, urging students to place collective well-being above personal recognition.

Passion Quotient: Beyond Intelligence Alone

In a notable emphasis, the Governor encouraged students to develop their Passion Quotient alongside intelligence, knowledge and skills. He argued that passion provides purpose to hard work, sustains perseverance during setbacks and motivates individuals to surpass their perceived limitations. When backed by discipline, dedication and determination, he said, passion becomes a powerful force for personal and national growth.

About the Camp

According to the Shibir Report presented by P. Ajaya Kumar, Education Officer and Shibir Pramukh of VKVAPT, 145 students from VKVs across various parts of Arunachal Pradesh participated in the 4-day camp. The camp's central theme was 'Love India', and its objectives included awakening the latent energy of youth, developing leadership skills and building an understanding of Vivekananda Kendra as a platform for channelling youth aspirations toward the welfare of Arunachal Pradesh and India.

The camp is part of VKVAPT's broader mission to nurture responsible, values-driven young leaders from the northeastern state — a region where quality leadership development programmes remain relatively limited in reach.