Nongpoh, Oct 31: The two-day Academic Assembly 2026 on “Transforming Classrooms through NEP 2020: Integrating Indigenous Wisdom, Culture and Experiential Learning” was inaugurated on Saturday at CPGSAS, Central Agricultural University (Imphal), Umiam.
It is jointly organised by Purvottar Janajati Shiksha Samiti (PJSS) and CPGSAS, with support from ICAR, NEDFi and Meghalaya Shiksha Samiti.
The assembly aims to provide a platform for academic exchange on implementing NEP 2020 by integrating indigenous knowledge, culture and experiential learning.
Meghalaya Chief Electoral Officer BDR Tiwari who attended as chief guest, stressed the need to preserve cultural diversity, languages and traditions while pursuing sustainable development.
Referring to the Northeast, he said identities of smaller communities must be protected and passed on to future generations, and called for collective efforts to promote social harmony and an inclusive society.
He appreciated Vidya Bharati’s efforts in preserving cultural heritage and urged educational institutions and community organisations to work together for an inclusive, peaceful and sustainable society.
PJSS President and Tripura University Vice Chancellor Prof Debabrata Das presided. Representatives from Vidya Bharati, ICAR and Meghalaya Shiksha Samiti were also present.
