NSIL 2025

National Summit for Institutional Leaders (NSIL) - 2025

Theme: Inspiring Visionary Leaders, Shaping Institutions, Building a Vibrant Viksit Bharat

Dates: 2nd & 3rd March 2025

Location: Doon University, Dehradun

Organizers: Vidya Bharati Uchcha Shiksha Sansthan (VBUSS), Department of Higher Education Government of Uttarakhand & Doon University

 

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Background:

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In the rapidly evolving landscape of education, institutions play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a nation. India, with its aspirations to become a global knowledge hub, needs its educational leaders to be visionaries who can drive institutional growth while addressing pressing societal needs. The National Summit for Institutional Leaders (NSIL2025) aims to create a transformative dialogue platform, bringing together the brightest minds from higher education to deliberate on strategies for fostering innovation, collaboration, and sustainability.

This summit will align with the national vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, contributing to India's journey as a global leader in education, research, and community development.

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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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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1. Collaboration for Institutional Development: Explore partnerships among educational institutions to collectively enhance their developmental capabilities.

2. Creating Synergy: Leverage collective strengths to craft a cohesive roadmap for national development through education.

3. Addressing Shared Challenges: Foster meaningful dialogues to tackle common issues and concerns in the education sector.

4. Holistic Development: Identify avenues for collective efforts aimed at achieving a sustainable and impactful national goal.

5. Networking and Engagement: Establish a network of like-minded institutions and leaders to maintain short- and long-term dialogues for sustained progress.

6. Realigning Institutional Mandates: Reimagine institutional roles in alignment with societal and community needs.

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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The summit will invite founders, chancellors, vice-chancellors, directors, principals, and senior management from public, private universities and autonomous institutes that resonate with the ideals of quality education and a commitment to positioning India as a global knowledge society. Participation will be exclusively by invitation.

Sub - Themes for Discussion:

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1. Accelerating Innovation Through Strategic Partnerships

2. Experimentation and Innovation in Higher Education

3. Building Campus-Community Synergy

4. Navigating the Future: Institutions in the Age of Disruption

5. Vibrant and Sustainable Campuses

6. Institutional Development Plan for Holistic Development

7. Ranking and Accreditation: A Framework for Excellence

8. NEP 2020 in Action: Transformative Strategies

9. Embracing & Integrating Indian Knowledge Systems

10. Fostering Innovation and Entrepreneurial Ecosystems

Introduction to the NSIL 2025 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. 

 

Programme Schedule:

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Our Speakers:

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Structure of Summit:

The summit will feature a mix of:

• Keynote Speeches: Insights from eminent national and international thought leaders.

• Panel Discussions: Thematic deliberations on pressing issues in higher education.

• Breakout Sessions: Interactive sessions for in-depth exploration of specific themes.

• Networking Opportunities: Informal settings to foster connections among participants.

• Actionable Workshops: Hands-on sessions to create actionable plans for institutional growth.

• Case Study Presentation: Presentations by HEI leaders on their time tested best practices.

 

Desired Outcomes:

The summit envisions:

• A declaration of commitment to fostering stronger inter-institutional conversations.

• A well-defined roadmap for integrating education into the national development agenda.

• Strengthening networks among institutional leaders to sustain ongoing dialogues and collaborations.

• Tangible recommendations to policymakers for enhancing institutional contributions to India’s growth.

The outcomes of NSIL 2025 will be documented and presented in the form of a publication. This publication will capture key insights, strategies, and collaborative solutions discussed during the summit.

 

Significance:

The NSIL2025 represents a timely opportunity to bring educational leaders together to address critical challenges and explore transformative solutions. By fostering collaboration and innovation, the summit aims to position Indian educational institutions as key drivers of national and global progress.

 

Call To Action:

Institutional leaders and decision-makers are invited to join this impactful initiative to co-create a vibrant, sustainable, and visionary roadmap for a prosperous Bharat.

 

Programme coordination:

Prof Shiv Raj Pundir: 9897682738

Prof Akhilesh Mishra: 9871157183

Prof Raj Kishore Sharma: 9910308822

Dr Arun Kumar: 9911002339

Dr Rajkumari Bhandari Chauhan: 9410300002

 

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