In a resounding address at the Expo on "Emerging Start-Up Trends in North India", the Vice President Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar celebrated the transformative strides taken by Jammu & Kashmir in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. Held in Kathua, the heartland of nationalism, the Vice President expressed his overwhelming inspiration and determination to carry the message of Kathua's spirit back to Delhi.

Commending the initiatives of Hon'ble Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, who oversees pivotal departments like the Prime Minister's office, Personnel, Public grievances, Pensions, atomic energy, and space, the Vice President lauded the wonders achieved in the space sector, marking August 23, 2023, as Space Day when Chandrayaan 3 achieved unprecedented success.

Reflecting on the monumental removal of Article 370, the Vice President congratulated the executive, legislature, and judiciary for fulfilling the dream of Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee. Despite weather constraints preventing his presence at the 8th Convocation of Sher-E-Kashmir University, the Vice President extended his congratulations to all degree awardees, encouraging them to take pride in their Indian heritage and embrace the prosperity witnessed in the country. Acknowledging Jammu & Kashmir's rich cultural heritage, the Vice President highlighted the region's restoration, emphasizing its diverse landscapes and the blossoming of entrepreneurship, particularly in the biotech sector. He praised the entrepreneurial surge in recent years and affirmed India's potential as a growth hub for biotechnology, lauding government policies that nurture innovation. The Expo, a testament to collaborative efforts, showcased Jammu & Kashmir's journey towards an Atma Nirbhar Bharat, where human genius and talent thrive in an environment of immense possibilities.