Shillong, Nov 14: Policymakers, academic leaders, industry experts and youth representatives from across the North East region will engage in discussions on various topics during the ‘Viksit Bharat 2047 – Atmanirbhar North-East’ workshop on November 15 and 16.
The workshop will be held at the permanent campus of NIT Meghalaya at Saitsohpen in Sohra
And is organised by the National Institute of Technology Meghalaya (NIT Meghalaya) in collaboration with North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) Shillong.
Centered around the theme of ‘Atmanirbhar North-East, the focus of the workshop will be on identifying and addressing key opportunities and challenges in the North East across areas such as education, technology, sustainable development, entrepreneurship, and infrastructure.
As NEP 2020 is being implemented, the ideas of the North East along with the traditions and practices are to be incorporated so that the policy becomes all-encompassing and inclusive. Through collaborative discussions and knowledge-sharing, the workshop seeks to inspire actionable strategies and policies that align with the goal of fostering a self-reliant North East that contributes robustly to India’s progress by 2047.
Expressed his enthusiasm for the event, Prof. Pinakeswar Mahanta, Director of NIT Meghalaya said, “This workshop is an incredible opportunity to shape the future of the Northeast in alignment with our nation’s goals. We believe that through the spirit of collaboration and innovation, we can collectively work towards creating a prosperous and self-reliant region.”
Atul Kothari Ji, National Secretary of Shiksha Sanskriti Utthan Nyas, New Delhi will be the chief guest while other notable speakers and experts in various fields, government officials, industry leaders, and representatives from both NIT Meghalaya and NEHU, as well as other educational institutions across India will be in attendance.
Panel discussions, interactive sessions, and presentations on topics pertinent to the theme of the workshop along with cultural programs will be the topic of discussion for attendees.
This event of immense regional and national significance will be a part of the broader national initiative to realize a self-reliant and developed India, or Viksit Bharat by the year 2047.
