Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Mar 19: The Department of Educational Studies, Central University of Jammu, conducted a two-day national seminar on “Indigenous Languages and NEP 2020: Pathways to Sustainable Education”, sponsored by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR).
The seminar brought together eminent academicians, researchers and policymakers from across the country to discuss the significance of indigenous languages and their integration into mainstream education in line with NEP 2020.
The event involved plenary sessions and technical sessions that were focused on the role of indigenous languages in shaping sustainable and inclusive education. Experts highlighted the role of NEP 2020 in promoting multilingualism, the integration of indigenous knowledge systems, and the need for policy-driven initiatives to revitalize and preserve linguistic diversity. Participants engaged in insightful deliberations on the transformative potential of indigenous languages in making education more holistic and accessible, particularly in rural and tribal communities.
The plenary session was enlightened with featuring discussions by Prof Rajagopal Gibikote, former Dean of School of Languages, EFL-University, Hyderabad, Prof Aswini Kumar Nanda, Head, Department of Economics, CUJ, Prof Ritu Bakshi, Dean Student Welfare, CUJ and Dr Abhay Rajput, Head, Department of Mass Communication and New Media, CUJ.
Following the plenary session, two Parallel technical sessions were held, wherein scholars from across India presented research papers on technology’s role in promoting indigenous languages and multilingual education. The sessions were chaired by Dr Neena Vij and Dr Kiran, along with Dr R Sudhakar and Dr Chittibabu Putcha. Discussions explored digital tools, artificial intelligence, and policy frameworks that can support indigenous language education in modern contexts.
The seminar concluded with a valedictory session, under the esteemed presence of Prof Yashwant Singh, Registrar, CU. Prof Ritu Bakshi, welcomed the participants while a detailed seminar report was presented by Dr Ravi Vanguri.
The session also featured a valedictory address by Prof G R Angadi about the conjoining force of Indian regional literature and English literature, presidential remarks by Prof Yashwant Singh, Registrar CUJ and a vote of thanks by Dr Kiran.
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