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The Hindu
27-04-2025
- Science
- The Hindu
National conclave on NEP concludes at NITC
The National Institute of Technology Calicut (NITC) successfully hosted a two-day national conclave titled 'Implementation of NEP 2020: Moving Towards Academic Excellence' on April 25 and 26. The event served as a national platform for academic leaders, policymakers, nodal officers, and representatives from Centrally Funded Institutions (CFIs) to engage in in-depth and collaborative dialogue on strategies for effectively implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Chairman of the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) Anil D. Sahasrabudhe in his inaugural address, called for a paradigm shift in higher education that emphasises flexibility, innovation, and holistic student development. Former Chairman of the University Grants Commission (UGC) Ved Prakash in his keynote address, reflected on the foundational principles of NEP 2020 and highlighted the urgent need for systemic reforms encouraging multidisciplinary learning, student-centric approaches, and greater internationalisation in Indian higher education. Throughout the two days, the conclave featured a series of expert-led sessions. Former Officer on Special Duty (NEP) at the Ministry of Education Shakila Shamsu addressed the need for holistic and multidisciplinary education, advocating experiential and learner-driven models that support flexible academic structures and lifelong learning. In a virtual session, former Director of IIT Delhi and current Group Vice-Chancellor of BITS Pilani V. Ramgopal Rao spoke on the long-term impact of NEP 2020 on global university rankings. He emphasised that strategic implementation of the policy could enable Indian institutions to enhance research output, foster innovation ecosystems, and build meaningful international partnerships. Adding to the discourse on global engagement, P. Arumugam of IIT Roorkee shared insights on the internationalisation of higher education. He discussed actionable policies promoting student and faculty mobility, global collaboration, and institutional visibility on the world stage. The significance of integrating India's intellectual heritage was conveyed by R. Sridharan, former chairperson of the Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems at NIT Calicut. He advocated for the inclusion of indigenous knowledge, philosophy, and scientific traditions into contemporary curricula, promoting a deeper connection to India's cultural roots. Sameer S.M. from NIT Calicut presented a compelling vision for flexible curriculum design in line with NEP 2020. He emphasised the role of modular course structures, interdisciplinary pathways, and technological tools in delivering a more personalised and adaptive learning experience. A key highlight of the conclave was the interactive session featuring nodal officers from six nominated State universities in Kerala, along with participants from various CFIs. The session fostered an exchange of experiences, challenges, and best practices, offering practical perspectives on the diverse approaches institutions are adopting to implement NEP 2020 effectively.
The Hindu
25-04-2025
- Science
- The Hindu
Conclave on National Education Policy begins at NIT-C
Anil D. Sahasrabudhe, Chairman of the National Board of Accreditation and former Chairman of the All India Council for Technical Education, inaugurated the two-day national conclave on 'Implementation of NEP 2020: Moving Towards Academic Excellence' at the Swami Vivekananda Auditorium, West Campus, NIT-Calicut (NIT-C), on Friday. NIT-C Director Prasad Krishna presided over the event. Noted academicians, including Ved Prakash, former Chairman of the University Grants Commission; A. Seshadri Sekhar, Director, IIT Palakkad; B. Ravi, Director, NITK Surathkal; and Prem Lal Patel, Director, VNIT Nagpur, took part in the conclave that aims to foster robust collaboration and facilitate knowledge sharing among Centrally funded institutions and State/UT governments to ensure the effective implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 across the nation. The NIT-C has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Ministry of Education to mentor six universities in Kerala (University of Calicut, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kerala University of Digital Sciences, Innovation and Technology, Kerala Veterinary and Animal Science University (Wayanad), Kerala University of Health and Allied Sciences, and A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technological University). The universities were represented by 48 delegates alongside participants from other prestigious institutes, including IITs and NITs. More than 225 faculty members from various departments within the NIT-C are also participating in the event.
