Early Times Report
Jammu, Dec 3: The School of Languages, Central University of Jammu, in collaboration with Bhartiya Shikshan Mandal, Jammu Kashmir evam Ladakh Prant, successfully conducted a two-week ICSSR-sponsored Capacity Building Programme titled “Incorporating Bhartiya Knowledge Traditions in Teaching and Research: Perspectives, Challenges and Way Forward.” The programme witnessed participation from across the nation, including Delhi, Haryana, Kerala, Jharkhand, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, and Punjab.
The event began with an enlightening session by Prof. Jaya Bhasin, Senior Professor, Department of Human Resource Management, Central University of Jammu. Prof. Bhasin gave an insightful talk on the need of Bhartiya in social science research projects. Her experienced insights had a profound effect on the minds of the participants.
The valedictory address was delivered by Prof. Sandeep Kulshreshtha, former Director of IITM, Gwalior and a distinguished Professor in the Department of Tourism and Travel Management, Central University of Himachal Pradesh. Prof. Kulshreshtha, renowned for his pioneering contributions to academia and tourism studies, eloquently emphasized the importance of incorporating Bhartiya knowledge traditions into modern education and research. Drawing from his vast experience, he elaborated on how India’s ancient wisdom, particularly in fields such as sustainable development and ethical governance, can serve as a guiding framework for addressing contemporary global challenges. His insights into the practical applications of these traditions resonated deeply with the audience.
Prof. Yashwant Singh, Registrar, Central University of Jammu thanked the event organisers for their tireless efforts to materialise a relevant and significant event like this. He called for the extension of this event to local schools and colleges.
The Programme Director, Prof Vandana Sharma, Dean, School of Languages, Central University of Jammu shared her experiences of envisioning such an illustrious event. She thanked the Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor Prof. Sanjeev Jain for his continued support and patronage. She thanked the speakers, organisers and the participants. |
