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- National Security Advisor Ajit Doval addressed graduates at IIT Roorkee regarding decision-making, self-assessment, and courage.
- He emphasized the importance of understanding one's current circumstances and long-term goals through a metaphor about map-reading.
- The speaker encouraged students to embrace audacity while maintaining personal values and responsibility.
- These insights were intended to guide young professionals in navigating uncertainty.
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Ajit Doval
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“If you know these three things, no destination can trouble you. Firstly, ask yourself where you are. Secondly, ask where you want to go. And, finally, find out how to reach there and probably how to come back”
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…your starting point is only one part of finding your way. You must also understand your destination, NSA Ajit Doval explained through the same map-reading example. “I’m not very educated. But I know three things. If you know these three things, no destination can trouble you. Firstly, ask yourself where you are. Secondly, ask where you want to go. And, finally, find out how to reach there and probably how to come back ,” the sherpa told Doval. Keep reviewing your goals rather than following them unquestioningly. Stay clear about your direction while remaining realistic about changing situations. A useful plan should reflect your…
“You are not what you were five years back. You are not that today. Anything that changed in the past would change in the future. Be prepared for that and keep on evaluating and reassessing”
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…can choose between an informed decision and an ignorant one. Study the situation, understand your surroundings and speak with experienced people. Think carefully before deciding, instead of depending entirely on luck. “ You are not what you were five years back. You are not that today. Anything that changed in the past would change in the future. Be prepared for that and keep on evaluating and reassessing ,” Doval told the students. NSA Ajit Doval shared a Ramayana story to explain the importance of courage. In his telling, Vishwamitra approached Dasharatha, seeking a son’s protection against demons near his cottage. He…
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