There should be more interaction and more confidence building between our various academic institutions just like how there needs to be a confidence building between industry and academics.

I don't believe that someone who sets up an institution should be able to take out the money from the institution or pay dividends to shareholders. I am not saying that institutions should be set up for charity.

Industry and institutes need to build smarter linkages.

The Indian youth needs to be empowered, and it can be done through good education and vocational training.

I think it is very important to build the moral fibre of the youth. Moral education should be part of the curriculum, and I will work towards introducing that.

Recognising that the future growth of India will depend on greater skill development, the National Policy for Skill Development aims to create a skilled workforce of 500 million by 2022.