ITANAGAR, Oct 6: Dera Natung Government College has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first educational institution in all of India to organise the "Amrit Kaal Vimarsh Viksit Bharat @2047" event on Friday with sponsorship from ICSSR.
 "Amrit Kaal," as envisioned by the Prime Minister, aims to transform India into a developed nation where the benefits of development reach every corner and every citizen as the country celebrates its 100 years of independence in 2047.
Dr. Joram Begi, former Director of the Department of Higher and Technical Education and former Chief Information Commissioner of the Government of Arunachal Pradesh, delivered a comprehensive lecture on "Education (NEP and Viksit Bharat)." This lecture marked the inaugural event in a series planned under the Amrit Kaal Vimarsh initiative.
Dr. Begi initiated the discourse by offering a detailed analysis of the evolution of the education landscape since the eve of independence. He presented a comparative evaluation of various education policies in the country, underscoring the urgent need for educational reform since the National Policy on Education in 1986. He emphasized the necessity for the education system to adapt to the changing world, aligning itself with the dynamic demands of the modern era.
His lecture covered all facets of NEP 2020, encompassing its objectives, principles, and essence. He discussed institutional and structural changes, modifications in school and higher education systems, examinations, fee structures, interdisciplinary approaches, and the provision for multiple entry and exit points. Dr. Begi also highlighted the focus on digital education and the increased budget allocation to education, targeting a mandatory 6% of GDP by both central and state governments. He stressed that NEP 2020 aspires to position India as a global knowledge superpower and called upon teachers and students, the primary stakeholders, to play their vital roles in achieving this vision.
Dr. Bathsheba G. Pyngrope, Consultant for Academic and Administrative Affairs at ICSSR-NERC, NEHU Campus, Shillong, graced the event as a Special Invitee. She provided insights into ICSSR's role as an academic funding agency, along with the facilities and courses offered by NERC, Shillong, for teacher capacity building. Dr. Pyngrope encouraged attendees from various colleges to seek assistance from ICSSR for organizing conferences and seminars. She underscored that NEP 2020 aligns with international education standards and caters to the unique interests and capabilities of today's youth.
Dr. M.Q. Khan, Principal of DNGC, extended a warm welcome to all attendees, emphasizing the institution's commitment to the principle of "Sabka saath, sabka prayas."
The event drew participation from over 500 attendees representing 12 institutions in the Itanagar Capital Region, including heads of institutions, faculty members, research scholars, and students. Eminent personalities such as Dr. V. N. Sharma, Vice-Chancellor of Arunadaya University, and Dr. Taw Azu, Principal of Doimukh Government College, were also honored during the occasion.
The session included an interactive question and answer segment, where students and faculty members posed their inquiries. Dr. Ratna Tayeng, Coordinator of Amrit Kaal Vimarsh, concluded the event with a vote of thanks.

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