IEEE Pioneers Engineering Education Reform at Landmark Higher Education Summit in New Delhi

IEEE hosted the IEEE Higher Education Summit in India, uniting educators, industry leaders, and policymakers to discuss the future of engineering education. Know details here

IEEE, a technical professional organization dedicated to advancing technology for humanity, hosted the IEEE Higher Education Summit: Transforming Engineering Education, Changing Paradigms in India. The summit convened esteemed educators, industry leaders, and policymakers to explore the future of engineering education in India.

One of the panel discussions, moderated by Prof. (Mrs.) Mini Shaji Thomas, focused on “NEP 2020 and Indian Technical Education.” This session explored the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which aims to transform India’s education system. Prof. V. Ramgopal Rao, Group Vice-Chancellor for BITS Pilani Campuses, delivered a Special Address, highlighting NEP 2020’s key elements and its potential to revolutionize technical education.

Leaders from institutions such as Delhi Technological University, TSCHE, Somaiya University, and Shiv Nadar University, along with IEEE President-Elect Kathleen A. Kramer, shared their insights. They discussed the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020's emphasis on holistic development, flexible learning, interdisciplinary education, and skill development. Additionally, they explored the challenges and strategies for effectively implementing these initiatives to prepare students for future careers.

Tom Coughlin, 2024 IEEE President and CEO said, “The rapid technological advancements and the changing landscape of industry necessitates a paradigm shift in engineering education. By embracing flexibility, interdisciplinary approaches, and fostering strong industry-academia collaborations, we can equip the next generation of engineers with the skills and knowledge required to drive innovation and address global challenges. IEEE is committed to supporting these transformative efforts and ensuring that engineering education in India remains at the forefront of excellence.”

Prof. T.G. Sitharam, Chairman of AICTE, delivered an inspiring inaugural address, underscoring the need for innovative teaching methodologies and curriculum reforms to better prepare students for the future. The summit also featured a special address by Dr. Vinay Kumar Pathak, President of the Association of Indian Universities and Vice Chancellor of CSJMU Kanpur. He emphasized the importance of transforming engineering education to align with the evolving demands of industry and society.

The event concluded with Closing Remarks by Prof. Dr. Abdul Quaiyum Ansari, Chairperson of IEEE Delhi Section, who reiterated the importance of continued dialogue and cooperation among all stakeholders to achieve the vision of a transformed engineering education landscape in India.

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