Prof (Dr) Anil Kumar Rai, Vice-Chancellor of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University, Bareilly, paid a courtesy visit to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
During the meeting, he presented the Chief Minister with an idol of Lord Shri Ram and several books he had authored.
The interaction focused on strengthening higher education, implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and incorporating the Indian Knowledge Tradition into contemporary academic practices.
CM Yogi Adityanath reviewed Prof Rai’s books on NEP 2020 and the Indian Knowledge Tradition and appreciated his academic contributions.
These subjects aim to connect India’s intellectual heritage, philosophy, culture and values with modern education.
The National Education Policy 2020 seeks to make education more inclusive, multidisciplinary, innovative and employment-oriented.
Integrating traditional Indian knowledge systems into academic programmes also offers opportunities to preserve the country’s cultural and intellectual heritage.
During the meeting, Prof Rai sought the Chief Minister’s guidance on improving university standards, encouraging research and innovation, expanding skill-development opportunities and aligning higher education with national and societal needs.
He emphasised that education must extend beyond awarding degrees. Universities should equip students with knowledge, practical skills, ethical values and social responsibility while encouraging entrepreneurship, technological innovation and research.
Prof Rai thanked the Chief Minister for his guidance and reiterated the university’s commitment to advancing education, research, innovation and skill development in line with the state government’s priorities.
He said the university would continue to provide quality education suited to changing global requirements while familiarising students with India’s knowledge systems, cultural heritage and values.
The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss ways to strengthen academic institutions and advance higher education in accordance with the vision of NEP 2020.
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