- Private sector leaders, policymakers and educators gathered at EPSI’s Round Table to explore transformative innovations shaping higher education in India.
The Education Promotion Society for India (EPSI) successfully hosted a comprehensive Round Table Discussion and Felicitation Programme on December 16, 2024, in New Delhi.
The gathering brought together thought leaders, policymakers and educational entrepreneurs to discuss the transformative role of the private sector in higher education in India. The programme commenced with an insightful inaugural address by Anil D Sahasrabudhe, Chairman of the National Board of Accreditation, setting the stage for thoughtful dialogues on the “Role of the Private Sector in Transforming Higher Education in India.”
The round table discussion, moderated by Gurucharan Gollerkeri, Director of M S Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, featured eminent speakers such as Vedprakash Mishra, Pro-Chancellor of Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research; Amit Banerjee, Chancellor of Siksha O Anusandhan; Victor Gambhir, President of JECRC University, Jaipur; N J Pawar, Vice Chancellor of Dr. D Y Patil Vidyapeeth; and Ajit Parulekar, Director of Goa Institute of Management.
The discussion highlighted innovative approaches to enhancing accessibility and bridging the skills gap in higher education. Private institutions bring in significant innovation, investment and expertise, playing a crucial role in enhancing the quality of education, introducing cutting-edge technologies, and fostering industry-academia collaborations.
Following the discussion, a session on Leadership and Excellence in Education was held, with T G Sitharam, Chairman of the All India Council for Technical Education, delivering the chief guest address, emphasising the necessity for private sector involvement in education.
“The participation of the private sector is vital for creating a more inclusive and accessible education system that can cater to diverse populations and drive socio-economic development. It will also ensure that graduates are well-equipped to navigate the challenges of the digital age, contributing to India’s aspiration of becoming a Vishwa Guru,” said MR Jayaram, President, EPSI Chancellor, Ramaiah University.
A major highlight of the event was a felicitation programme honouring Members of Parliament (MPs), Members of Legislative Council (MLCs), and Senior Educationists such as G Viswanathan; M R Jayaram and Vedprakash Mishra. The honourees included S. Satnam Singh Sandhu, MP (Rajya Sabha); Ashok Kumar Mittal, MP (Rajya Sabha); Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayulu, MP (Lok Sabha) and Sribharat Mathukumilli, MP (Lok Sabha). These distinguished individuals were recognised for their substantial contributions to the field of education.
EPSI is committed to fostering innovation and excellence in education. Through various initiatives, collaborations and events like the Round Table Discussion and Felicitation Programme, EPSI strives to inspire a culture of continuous improvement in the education sector.
