IP univ to set up centre for Indian knowledge system
New Delhi: In a step towards blending ancient wisdom with modern education, IP University is set to establish a dedicated Centre for Indian Knowledge System (IKS) on its Dwarka campus.
The centre, named the In Situ Centre for Indian Knowledge System and Technology Innovation (CIKTSI), will operate initially in self-finance mode under the University School of Education. Professor Saroj Sharma, dean of the school, will lead the initiative.
According to Sharma, the centre is envisioned as a multidisciplinary platform that will foster collaboration across various disciplines within the university.
"A working committee will be constituted with representation from all concerned schools to ensure the integrated and holistic development of the centre's initiatives," she added. She explained that the centre's establishment is closely tied to the evolving landscape of education in India, particularly under the framework of the National Education Policy 2020.
According to officials, the purpose of CIKTSI extends beyond academics—it seeks to create a hub for research, innovation, and cultural revival. It will focus on incorporating IKS into the academic curriculum of various schools within the university, developing new interdisciplinary courses, and promoting research and innovation in the field. It will also support initiatives in skill and capacity development, foster entrepreneurship, and work toward the digital documentation and preservation of traditional knowledge.
Vice-chancellor Mahesh Verma described the initiative as an effort to integrate India's ancient wisdom with modern research saying it will strengthen national identity and lead to cultural revival.
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