16/02/2024
On the second day of the National Summit of Institutional Leaders 2024, the first session comprised of three keynote addresses by Professor Mamidala Jagdeesh Kumar, Chairman of UGC, Prof. Anil D Sahasrabuddhe, Chairman, NETF and Padamshree Shri Chamu Krishna Shastry, Chairman, High Power Committee for Promotion of Indian Languages. Professor Mamidala Jagdeesh Kumar, Chairman of UGC, delivered a keynote speech in the renowned Malviya Hall on the university premises. He highlighted the importance of a comprehensive understanding of the socio-economic and cultural development of the country and stressed the role of teachers in shaping the future and aspirations of students. The focus of his speech was on outcome-based learning in higher education and the transition from mass education to personalized education. Prof. Jagdeesh Kumar emphasized the collective journey in shaping the country's future, considering the diverse backgrounds, cognitive abilities, and aspirations of students. With India having the largest education system globally, he advocated for personalized education at a mass scale to unlock students' full potential and enhance aggregate competence. Prof. Kumar discussed four resolutions by UGC, emphasizing cross-border collaboration in higher education and research, aligning with the core values of NEP 2020. While acknowledging UGC's efforts in reforms and resolutions, he emphasized the need for educational institutions to brainstorm and address challenges at the faculty and student levels for effective implementation. Prof. Kumar also touched upon the multidisciplinary approach of NEP, promoting flexibility for students to pursue courses based on competency rather than strictly within their stream. He highlighted UGC's initiatives, such as the Malviya Teachers Training Program and the Institutional Development Plan, involving international experts to share insights with teachers. The speech concluded with Prof. Kumar discussing the National Credit Framework and the Academic Bank of Credit, along with the launch of the APAAR ID card, aligning with NEP 2020 to create a unique student identity for academic data.