SUBHASH MISHRA
Dhanbad, January 12: IIT ISM Dhanbad on Monday launched a six-day training programme on “Integration of Indian Knowledge System (IKS) into Curriculum” at the Madan Mohan Malaviya Teacher Training Centre (MMMTTC).
The programme was inaugurated by IIT ISM Director Prof. Sukumar Mishra, who attended the event as the chief guest.
Prof. Mrinalini Pandey, Head of MMMTTC, Prof. Krishnendu Shaw, Associate Professor, Department of Management Studies & Industrial Engineering and Coordinator of the programme, and Prof. Gyan Prakash, Head of the Department of Humanities & Social Sciences, were also present on the occasion.
More than 50 faculty members and participants from different parts of the country are attending the training programme.
Director Highlights Importance of IKS
Addressing the gathering, Prof. Sukumar Mishra underlined the importance of integrating Indian Knowledge Systems with mainstream education. He said Indian knowledge traditions date back to the Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro civilisations and that the government has taken significant steps to incorporate IKS into modern curricula.
He explained the conceptual difference between Gyan and Vigyan, stating that while Gyan refers to knowledge, Vigyan involves the scientific analysis of that knowledge. He emphasised the role of premier institutions like IITs in advancing knowledge.
Prof. Mishra further said that Vigyan must eventually transform into Pradyogiki (technology), which contributes to revenue generation and societal development.
Role of MMMTTC in Faculty Development
Prof. Mrinalini Pandey shared insights into the evolution and activities of the Madan Mohan Malaviya Teacher Training Centre. She said the centre regularly conducts capacity-building programmes aimed at strengthening higher education.
She added that MMMTTC focuses on empowering faculty members in alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, emphasising Indian values, Bharatiya Gyan Parampara, use of technology, innovative pedagogy, holistic development and national progress.
Programme coordinator Prof. Krishnendu Shaw explained that the six-day training schedule has been carefully designed with multiple sessions covering IKS concepts, teaching pedagogy and course development.
He said the programme will include thematic discussions on mathematics, astronomy, agriculture, architecture, water management, yoga, the Arthashastra and several other domains of Indian knowledge.
The inaugural session concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Prof. Gyan Prakash, Head of the Department of Humanities & Social Sciences.
