Tue Apr 15 14:28:58 UTC 2025: ## Theni Collector Urges Graduates to Shun Social Media, Embrace Hard Work
**Theni, Tamil Nadu –** Theni District Collector Ranjeet Singh addressed graduating students at Veerapandi Government Arts and Science College on Tuesday, urging them to prioritize hard work and discipline over social media distractions. He emphasized the importance of clear goals and focused effort in achieving success.
Singh, himself a graduate of government institutions, highlighted that the *manner* of studying, not the *place*, is crucial for success in today’s competitive landscape. He encouraged the graduates to seize opportunities and learn from daily experiences as they embark on a new chapter in their lives.
At the graduation ceremony, the Collector presented degrees to 182 undergraduate and postgraduate students and awarded gold medals to top performers. He acknowledged the role of parents, teachers, and friends in the students’ achievements and wished them well in their future endeavors. The ceremony was attended by Principal P. Umadevi, professors, and students.
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