Character building is very important for Nation building. This was stated by Minister for Industries and Commerce, Chander Parkash Ganga while speaking in the 24th Annual day celebration of Arvind Ghosh Higher Secondary School, Vijaypur here today.While speaking on the occasion, Minister said that to build a strong nation, a sense of patriotism, social services, character building and leadership qualities must be developed among children. He said that education system should focus on providing quality education along with inculcating moral values and nurturing the talent of the students so that they contribute in development of the nation . He asked the students to work hard to achieve their goals in life.State Commissioner, J&K Bharat Scouts and Guides I.D Soni, CEO Samba Rampal, ACR Samba Wasim Raja, Chairman of the school Gurdeep Singh besides staff members, parents and children were present on the occasion.On the occasion students presented colourful cultural programme.