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Time of India
01-05-2025
- Science
- Time of India
PU VC proposes overhaul of state higher education at national workshop in Delhi
Chandigarh: A two-day national workshop on multi-disciplinary education and research universities (MERU) concluded in New Delhi on Thursday with a strong call for reforms in state higher education, led by Panjab University vice-chancellor Prof Renu Vig, who unveiled a 10-point roadmap to transform state public universities (SPUs). Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The workshop was inaugurated by Union minister of state for education Dr Sukanta Majumdar at the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi. Addressing the concluding session on 'Providing Quality Education: Accreditation and Ranking', Prof Vig unveiled a 10-point roadmap to enhance the academic and research standards of SPUs. She emphasised the need for mandatory accreditation by 2030 and advocated a shift from compliance-based evaluation to outcome-driven assessment models aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and global standards. The workshop, held under the Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (PM-USHA), was attended by VCs of 64 state universities and state project directors of RUSA 2.0. Panjab University coordinated a consortium including Himachal Pradesh University, GJU, Hisar, Gondwana University, Gadchiroli, and Kannur University, under the guidance of Chandigarh's director of higher education Rubinderjit Singh Brar. Prof Vig's plan called for academic flexibility, research infrastructure, digital libraries, innovation hubs, and stronger governance frameworks. She urged institutions to pursue international partnerships and adopt performance monitoring systems. The session was chaired by NBA member secretary Prof Anil Kumar Nassa and NAAC director Prof Ganesan Kannabiran. Prof Nassa discussed the expansion of NBA accreditation to tier 2 institutions, while Prof Kannabiran spoke of NAAC's push for a 'Light but Tight' accreditation model and the upcoming maturity-based graded levels system. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Senior education officials including Dr Vineet Joshi, Sunil Kumar Barnwal, Prof T G Sitharam, and Prof M Jagadesh Kumar also participated. The workshop addressed themes such as digital governance, university clustering, faculty development, and access to higher education. Concern raised over alleged irregularities in PU law entrance exam Chandigarh: Allegations of irregularities have surfaced in the entrance exam for Panjab University's five-year BA LLB programme, with student representatives calling for an investigation. According to a letter submitted to the university registrar, candidates reported that the legal aptitude section contained 50 questions — more than double the 20 stated in the official prospectus. Some of these were allegedly of postgraduate-level difficulty, raising concerns about fairness. Archit Garg, vice-president of the Panjab University Campus Students' Council (PUCSC), submitted the complaint after receiving grievances from students. He also alleged that some coaching institutes may have had prior information about the exam pattern, potentially giving their students an undue advantage. Garg has urged university authorities to look into the matter and ensure transparency in the examination process. He said restoring students' trust is essential for the credibility of admissions in the future.
Hans India
01-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
SVU V-C unveils roadmap on academic transformation
Tirupati: SV University Vice Chancellor Prof Ch Appa Rao delivered a keynote presentation at the National Workshop on Multidisciplinary Education and Research University (MERU), organised by the Ministry of Education under the PM-USHA initiative in New Delhi on Wednesday. Representing SVU as the coordinating institution for Session 4—focused on 'Future of Work and Courses in Emerging Areas', Prof Appa Rao outlined a forward-looking strategic roadmap addressing workforce preparedness and academic transformation. His thematic presentation, developed in collaboration with five leading state universities, emphasised the urgent need for universities to adapt to rapid technological and industry changes. Key proposals included curriculum reform to introduce interdisciplinary and flexible learning paths, integration of emerging fields such as AI and renewable energy, and a stronger focus on digital fluency and entrepreneurship. The roadmap also called for enhanced industry-academia collaboration, robust research clusters, faculty development, and inclusive digital outreach. Prof T Ramasri, Coordinator, RUSA and Rayala Vamsi, CEO, RUSA, also represented SVU at the workshop, contributing to the formulation of the joint roadmap.
Time of India
27-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
State's varsities should rank among top 100 in India: CM
Raipur: In a review meet, CM Vishnu Deo Sai has stressed the need for focused efforts to ensure Chhattisgarh's universities and colleges rank among the top 100 educational institutions in India based on quality. He believes this achievement would establish Chhattisgarh as a preferred educational destination for students from other states, enhancing the state's academic standing. Sai made these remarks during a review of the higher education department 's operations at his residence office. The CM directed that in districts with substantial funds available through the District Mineral Foundation (DMF), such as Korba, Dantewada, and Raigarh, specific colleges should be identified and developed into national-level model colleges specializing in particular subjects. Sai also emphasized the importance of adopting the 'Professor of Practice' policy, aligning with the New Education Policy. He stated that involving renowned subject experts from various fields in teaching would provide students with practical knowledge and contemporary insights. In this context, he instructed that special strategies and efforts be implemented to further enhance Indira Kala Sangeet Vishwavidyalaya in Khairagarh. Higher education department secretary Dr. Bharatidhasan presented a detailed overview of departmental activities. He informed the CM that under the Prime Ministers USHA scheme, Bastar University has received a grant of Rs 100 crore under the MERU (Multidisciplinary Education and Research Universities) initiative. He also shared that from the 2024-25 academic session, the National Education Policy 2020 has been implemented in 7 govt and 17 private universities, as well as 335 govt and 321 private colleges.
Time of India
27-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai aims to elevate state universities to national prominence
Chhattisgarh aims to elevate its universities and colleges to top national rankings. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai wants to develop model colleges in districts with DMF funds. RAIPUR: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai has stressed the need for focused efforts to ensure Chhattisgarh's universities and colleges rank among the top 100 educational institutions in India based on quality. He believes this achievement would establish Chhattisgarh as a preferred educational destination for students from other states, enhancing the state's academic standing nationally. Chief Minister Sai made these remarks during a review of the Higher Education Department 's operations at his residence office. The Chief Minister directed that in districts with substantial funds available through the District Mineral Foundation (DMF), such as Korba, Dantewada, and Raigarh, specific colleges should be identified and developed into national-level model colleges specializing in particular subjects. He envisioned these institutions becoming prominent centers of learning for students from within the state, as well as from across the country and abroad. Sai also emphasized the importance of adopting the "Professor of Practice" policy, aligning with the New Education Policy. He stated that involving renowned subject experts from various fields in teaching would provide students with practical knowledge and contemporary insights. In this context, he instructed that special strategies and efforts be implemented to further enhance Indira Kala Sangeet Vishwavidyalaya in Khairagarh. Higher Education Department Secretary Dr. Bharatidhasan presented a detailed overview of departmental activities. He informed the Chief Minister that under the Prime Minister's USHA scheme, Bastar University has received a grant of Rs 100 crore under the MERU (Multidisciplinary Education and Research Universities) initiative. He also shared that from the 2024-25 academic session, the National Education Policy 2020 has been implemented in 7 government and 17 private universities, as well as 335 government and 321 private colleges across the state. The upcoming initiatives include implementing the "Professor of Practice" policy, promoting skill enhancement, introducing employment-oriented courses, and encouraging skill-based entrepreneurship.
