Integrating Indian Heritage into Modern English Literature: A Workshop at Jagran Lakecity University

Jagran Lakecity University held a two-day workshop focusing on integrating the Indian Knowledge System into English Literature curricula. The event, featuring esteemed educators and policymakers, underscored the importance of blending India's cultural heritage with contemporary education, aligning with the goals of NEP 2020.

Jagran Lakecity University organized a two-day workshop on July 23rd and 24th, 2024, to discuss integrating the Indian Knowledge System (IKS) into English Literature curricula. The event, guided by MP Higher Education, brought together educators, scholars, and policymakers to explore the intersection of India's cultural heritage and modern education.

The inaugural session saw Prof. Dr. P.K. Biswas, Vice Chancellor of Jagran Lakecity University, emphasize India's educational potential while preserving its cultural roots. Key speakers like Dr. Bharat Sharan Singh and Shri P.K. Dash focused on NEP 2020's implementation and the need for an India-centric curriculum.

Prof. Dr. S.K. Jain and Dr. Abha Pandey's keynote addresses shed light on the workshop's theme, advocating for the integration of IKS into higher education to enrich learning environments. Day 2 featured intense discussions and paper presentations on incorporating IKS into curricula, highlighting topics such as character building, cultural narratives, and Rasa theory in literary analysis.

The valedictory ceremony included remarks from Shri Ashok Kadhel, who stressed the importance of robustly integrating IKS into literature studies. Prof. Diwakar Shukla, Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Design, expressed gratitude to participants, underscoring the workshop's role in deepening the understanding of India's literary and cultural heritage within global education.