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NDTV
04-06-2025
- Business
- NDTV
IGNOU Introduces MBA Programmes In Hindi And Odia To Boost Multilingual Education
IGNOU MBA Programmes: In a major move to advance multilingual learning, Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has introduced MBA programmes in Hindi and Odia. This initiative is part of the E-Kumbh project-a collaborative effort with the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) aimed at translating essential academic material into 12 regional languages. To support this, IGNOU's MBA content has been adapted into regional formats using AICTE's AI-powered translation tool, "Anuvadini," making management education more accessible for students who prefer studying in their native languages. The university also plans to expand this offering by launching MBA programmes in 10 additional Indian languages, further easing language-related barriers in higher education. "This initiative marks a milestone in our pursuit of educational equity," said Mrutyunjay Behera, Joint Secretary, Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, adding, "By offering MBA programmes in regional languages, IGNOU is bringing professional education closer to the grassroots, in full alignment with NEP 2020's emphasis on multilingual and inclusive education. This is more than a policy implementation-it's a cultural transformation in education." Dr Abhay Jere, Vice Chairman, AICTE, emphasised the transformative role of artificial intelligence in education. "We are entering a new era where AI is enabling real-time translation and localisation of content at an unprecedented scale. The Anuvadini tool represents a powerful step in making education truly borderless. AICTE is proud to partner with IGNOU in building an inclusive academic future," he noted. He advocated a subscription-based model of higher education for lifelong learning. Professor Uma Kanjilal, Vice Chancellor, IGNOU, said, "Technology is the key enabler here, allowing us to create high-quality educational experiences across languages. Our mission is to ensure that no learner is left behind, regardless of their linguistic background."
New Indian Express
04-06-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
IGNOU rolls out MBA in Odia, opens admission
BHUBANESWAR: The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) on Tuesday launched its Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme in Odia medium and opened admission to the course, at New Delhi. Vice-chancellor of IGNOU Uma Kanjilal said by introducing the MBA programme in Odia, the institution is empowering a new generation of learners to rise in the field of management without language being a barrier. The initiative aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which promotes the use of Indian languages in higher education as a means to enhance inclusion and equity. With this launch, IGNOU became the first national university to offer a professional MBA degree in the Odia language through Open and Distance Learning (ODL). Learners enrolling in the MBA (Odia medium) will now be able to study course materials in Odia, receive academic counselling in Odia and write their examinations in Odia. Speaking on the occasion, vice-chairman of AICTE Abhay Jere emphasised that education in regional languages will nurture local entrepreneurs and professionals, strengthening the economic fabric of states like Odisha. Economic advisor, Ministry of Education, Mrutyunjay Behera lauded IGNOU's efforts in taking management education to every doorstep, noting its potential to transform the youth of the region into skilled, job-ready individuals.
India Today
03-06-2025
- Business
- India Today
IGNOU launches MBA in Hindi and Odia to break language barriers
In a significant step toward inclusive education, the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has introduced its flagship MBA programme in Hindi and Odia. This move, announced on Monday, aligns with the goals of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which champions multilingual learning and broader access to professional aim is clear: make management education more accessible to students who are more comfortable learning in their native languages. With these new offerings, IGNOU hopes to make business studies less intimidating and more relatable for learners from non-English-speaking part of the government's E-Kumbh initiative, the programme benefits from a partnership between IGNOU and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). Key academic materials have been translated into Hindi and Odia using 'Anuvadini,' an AI-based tool developed by AICTE for educational content localisation. AICTE Vice Chairman Dr Abhay Jere highlighted the transformative role of AI tools in removing language as a barrier to learning. IGNOU Vice Chancellor Prof. Uma Kanjilal affirmed the university's commitment to inclusive education, revealing plans to launch MBA content in 10 more Indian languages in the multilingual MBA initiative is a step toward ensuring that no aspiring professional is left behind, regardless of their linguistic background.
Indian Express
03-06-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
IGNOU to offer MBA in Hindi, Odia
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has launched its flagship MBA programme in Hindi and Odia. The initiative announced on Monday marks another milestone in the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. One of the key features of the NEP was advocating for multilingual education and democratised learning. According to a statement from the university, the new language offerings aim to remove linguistic barriers in professional education, especially for students from non-English-speaking backgrounds. By offering core MBA study materials in Hindi and Odia, will aim to encourage learners to engage with complex business concepts in their mother tongue, increasing both accessibility and comprehension. How will the course be structured? This development is part of the E-Kumbh project, a national collaboration between IGNOU and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). Through AICTE's 'Anuvadini' AI-powered translation tool, key academic resources have been translated to regional languages, supporting students in a more inclusive manner. Speaking at the launch, Dr Abhay Jere, Vice Chairman of AICTE, highlighted the role of artificial intelligence in breaking educational barriers. He said tools like Anuvadini are helping make education 'borderless' by enabling real-time, large-scale content localisation. Prof. Uma Kanjilal, Vice Chancellor of IGNOU, emphasised the university's goal of ensuring no learner is left behind. She also confirmed plans to expand the MBA offering to 10 more Indian languages, deepening the reach of professional education in regional contexts.
India Gazette
09-05-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
AICTE launches 500 Online ATAL Faculty Development Programs
New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has launched 500 Online ATAL Faculty Development Programs (FDPs) for the financial year 2025-26. The program was inaugurated by Prof. T.G. Sitharam, Chairman of AICTE, at the AICTE headquarters in New Delhi. Vice Chairman Dr. Abhay Jere and Member Secretary Prof. Rajive Kumar also graced the occasion. The Council has already launched 500 offline FDPs for the year 2025-26. According to an official release, in his inaugural address, Prof. Sitharam emphasized the significance of FDPs in imparting quality training to faculty members, postgraduate students and research scholars. He highlighted the importance of acquiring sound domain knowledge and relevant skill sets to apply in real-life scenarios with industry connections. He further stated that this initiative demonstrates AICTE's commitment to promoting continuous professional development and enhancing the quality of technical education in India. Dr. Abhay Jere remarked, 'Since we have lectures by specialists in emerging areas during the FDPs, we should create a repository of some of the best lectures on our website so that others can also benefit from them.' The online FDPs aim to foster a culture of continuous professional development, with 500 programs proposed to be conducted this year. Each program will be a six-day online course covering various emerging areas, including Advanced Materials, Semiconductors, Space and Defense, the Blue Economy, and more. All Higher Education Institutions are eligible to apply for the Online ATAL FDPs. AICTE will provide a grant-in-aid of Rupees 1 lakh per FDP on reimbursement basis. These programs will benefit faculty members by enhancing their knowledge and skills, which they can further impart to their students. The application portal will open on May 10, 2025. Interested institutions may submit their applications until June 01, 2025. The 17 emerging areas covered under this FDP initiative are Advanced Materials, Rare-earth & Critical Minerals, Semiconductors, Space and Defense, Blue / Green Economy, High Performance Computing, Energy, Sustainability & Climate Change, Advanced Computing (Supercomputing, AI, and Data Science), Next Gen Communications, Smart Cities & Mobility and Agritech & Food Processing. It also includes Healthcare & Med-Tech, Disaster Management & Resilient Infrastructure, Manufacturing & Industry 4.0, Quantum Technologies, Hydrogen Energy, Cyber-Physical Systems and Cybersecurity and other emerging areas. (ANI)
