Vidya Bharati Uchcha Shiksha Sansthan
National Summit of Institutional Leaders - Institutions for national Development
15-17 February, 2024
University of Lucknow,
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Supported by
University of Lucknow
And
Department of Higher Education, Government of Uttar Pradesh
Vidya Bharati Uchcha Shiksha Sansthan
Address: H-107 A, Sector-12, Noida,
Gautam Buddha Nagar, U.P. 201301
SM Handles: @VBUSS
Background:
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We are witnessing a big leap and a systemic transformation in India’s education spectrum. The National Education Policy has introduced us to a wider perspective enthused with bigger responsibility. Present-day education demands a more robust approach towards bringing holistic institutional development. Innovations and new initiatives in our institutions are the intriguing keys towards sustainable and holistic development. It is high time that we consider ourselves as “Fellow Travellers” on this path of development. We need to collaborate and build synergy in developing our institutes with a larger goal of developing a knowledge-based society and build nation. We as a community in this knowledge society envisage to see each one of us excel with compassion, not by competition.
They only live, who live for others, the rest are more dead than alive. - Swami Vivekananda
To leverage our collective strengths and expertise, a national summit for Leaders of Educational Institutes is being planned. Vidya Bharati Uchcha Shiksha Sansthan desires to establish a platform for concerned institutional heads and torchbearers of this community. A platform where the thought leaders of education can exchange ideas, wisdom, best practices, peer learning and design for the collective development of our institutions and the education system at large.
It is we a “Knowledge Society” that matters not an “individual”.
Organisers:
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Vidya Bharati Uccha Shisha Sansthan:
Vidya Bharati Uccha Shisha Sansthan (VBUSS) is a voluntary organization working in the field of education with a primary focus on policy implementation and structural reforms in India’s Higher Education landscape. The core concept and ideal of VBUSS are to address the emerging needs of quality education and to reflect on the framework of Bharatiya knowledge, concepts, practice, philosophy and approach. The organisation has emerged as a transforming voice and movement led by learned, eminent educationists, scholars and concerned citizens of modern-day India. VBUSS firmly believes that a conducive education ecosystem could be developed through contact, dialogue, discourse and coordination among the institutions of higher education. VBUSS has been actively engaged in constructive engagement, developing thought processes, policy intervention and recommendations. Engaging stakeholders in synthesising the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 is one of the activities that VBUSS strongly commits to and advocates. In the recent years since its inception, the organisation has been relentlessly engaged in numerous activities to promote, create awareness, decoding NEP 2020. Having done a series of thought processes and submitting policy recommendations VBUSS is also playing a crucial participatory role in policy implementation and practice.
University of Lucknow:
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh is home to the prestigious University of Lucknow, a public state university. A pioneer among India's publicly funded universities, the University of Lucknow has been in service since 1867. It is the largest state university in Uttar Pradesh.
With 556 colleges and 17 institutes spread out around the city and its environs, the University of Lucknow is a residential, affiliated, and teaching university. It stands as one of the most venerable residential colleges in all of India. The University of Lucknow has affiliated colleges in five districts: Lucknow, Raebareli, Hardoi, Sitapur, and Lakhimpur Kheri. The University of Lucknow is the only state university in Uttar Pradesh that has been recognised by the UGC as a "Category-I" university for its excellent research and teaching. In addition, it is the first public university in Uttar Pradesh to receive an A++ rating from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council.
Rationale:
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VBUSS strongly believes in and advocates the philosophy of “Fellow Travellers” in the education system. Here the term fellow travellers refer to educationist and educational institutes in India. And we as an individual representing our institutes will form a larger gamut of the Community. Let us recall what Henry Ford said “Coming together is the beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is a success.” With this motivation, these two days of the meeting of institutional leaders are planned to envision developing a consensus and drawing a roadmap towards addressing the larger concerns of the Education Sector and exploring various potentials of collaborations to address the theme of Institutions for national development.
Objectives And Conclave:
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- To explore possible collaboration amongst educational institutions in institutional development
- To examine inhibitors of development in educational institutes and recommend achievable goals
- To leverage synergy and develop a cohesive roadmap for the development
- To provide a platform for addressing homogenous issues and concern
- To explore avenues and engage in collective efforts for a holistic and sustainable larger goal
- To establish a network of like-minded “Fellow Travellers” and develop short-term and long-term dialogues
- To re-envisage and realign our mandate with social needs and community development
Themes:
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1. Foster and Enhance Institutional Linkages
1.1 Strategic Institutional Collaboration
1.2 Leveraging Synergy
1.3 Knowledge Sharing and Dissemination
1.4 Joint Academic Programmes
2. Sustainable Institutions and Core Competencies
2.1 Sustainability
2.2 Core Competencies
3. Research and Innovation
3.1 Indian Knowledge System (IKS)
3.2 Social Development
3.3 Environment
4. Leadership and Governance
4.1 Mentorship and Training Programme
4.2 Institutional Development Plan
5. Higher Education and National Development
5.1 Affordable and Accessible Quality Education
5.2 Philanthropy in Education
5.3 Community Engagement
5.4 Social Responsibility
There will be a common session to present best practices in institution by the representing heads
Participants Profile:
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Founder, Management, Chancellor or Vice Chancellors of Private Universities and Autonomous Institutes that subscribe to our common ideals and goals. Any institutes that are working with the spirit of imbibing quality education and with a larger interest and goal to promote and position Bharat as a Knowledge Society may attend. Participation in the summit is only through invitation.
Desired Outcome:
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The summit envisages to come up with a declaration of strengthening conversations among institutes. A conversation on Institutions for national development.
Introduction to the NSIL 2024 Theme "Institutions for National Development":
The New Education Policy (NEP) of India is a transformative document that outlines a comprehensive vision for the country's education system. At the heart of this vision lies the recognition of the pivotal role that educational institutions play in shaping the nation's future. Educational institutions play a central role in shaping the fabric of a nation, contributing significantly to its development and progress. In the pursuit of nation-building, educational institutions hold the key to cultivating value-driven individuals, fostering character building, nurturing ethical leadership, and instilling a sense of social responsibility. This concept note aims to explore and emphasize the multifaceted role of institutions in nation-building within the framework of the NEP and underscores the vital role of institutions in shaping the moral and ethical fabric of society while addressing the importance of a robust governance structure, government support, and inclusive practices. The summit will witness deliberations on the following themes but not restricted to:
- Multi-Disciplinary Education
- Academic Bank of Credit, NCrF & APAAR
- Institutional Leadership & Governance
- Integration of Indian Knowledge System in HEI
- Research & Innovation for Holistic Education
- Institutional Collaboration & Academic Linkages
- Institutional Social Responsibility
- SEDG in HEI
- Ranking & Accreditation of HEIs
- Indian HEI @2047
- Access to Quality Education
The summit will also have a session on "Idea Exchange" where the participating institutions will be encouraged to share their best practices and successful models with regard to NEP 2020 implementation. Interested institute are requested to confirm their presentation to the organsier in advance via email nsil@vbuss.org
Conclusion:
The NEP places institutions at the forefront of nation-building, recognizing them as the bedrock of transformative change. The role of educational institutions in shaping value-driven individuals and contributing to national development is pivotal. Institutions, as pillars of education, significantly impact the trajectory of a nation. As we deliberate on the role of institutions in nation-building, discussions among stakeholders should focus on practical strategies for character building, ethical leadership development, environmental responsibility, effective governance structures, government support, and inclusive funding models. By aligning educational goals with societal values, institutions become catalysts for positive change, nurturing individuals who not only excel academically but also embody the principles essential for a prosperous and harmonious nation. The outcome of the summit will be presented as “Lucknow Declaration” which will facilitate as a road map for coordination and collaboration of HEIs.
Important dates:
- Last date of registration: 31-01-2024
- Confirmation of registration: 05-02-2024
- Last date for confirmation of Idea Presentation: 10-02-2024
- Confirmation of Idea Presentation: 12-02-2024
- Conference dates: 15-02-2024 to 17-02-2024
Registration fees:
- Institutional registration: Rs 2000 for 3 participants
- Individual registration: Rs 1000
The organiser will not provide accommodation to the participants. However the organiser will facilitate in booking at decent hotels at discounted price for the summit.
Correspondence:
Correspondence
Delegate registration:
Prof Akhilesh Mishra - 98711 57183
Prof Raj Kishore Sharma - 99103 08822
Prof Rakesh Dwivedi - 9415330895
Programme coordination:
Prof Prashant Gupta - 98185 80158
Dr Sanjeev Ningombam - 9480081465
Prof Geetanjali – 9415956692
Logistic Arrangements:
Prof Rajni Ranjan Singh – 7651885901
Prof Jayashankar Pandey - 94151 74370
Prof Roopesh Kumar - 9453020000
Vidya Bharati Uchcha Shiksha Sansthan
Address: H-107 A, Sector-12, Noida,
Gautam Buddha Nagar, U.P. 201301
nsil@vbuss.org, vbheducation@gmail.coms
www.vbuss.org/nsil