Raipur: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhilai, in collaboration with National Institute of Technology (NIT) Raipur and Chhattisgarh Swami Vivekananda Technical University (CSVTU) Bhilai, organised a two-day event on September 13 and 14 to discuss the "Implementation of Multiple Entry and Multiple Exit System (MEME) and Acade
mic Bank of Credit (ABC)." The event, held under the aegis of the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and Shiksha Sanskriti Utthan Nyas, New Delhi, brought together leading academicians to explore the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and its impact on higher education.
The event kicked off with a welcome address by IIT Bhilai Director Prof. Rajiv Prakash, who stressed the need for integrating local languages, traditions, and culture into academic curricula. He emphasised that inclusive education is key to promoting wider participation and meaningful learning. Following this, NIT Raipur Director Prof. N.V. Ramana Rao shared insights into his institution's experiences with implementing MEME and ABC. He highlighted both the successes and challenges, particularly in supporting working professionals in their continued education.
The keynote address by Dr. Atul Kothari, National Secretary of Shiksha Sanskriti Utthan Nyas, delved into the transformative potential of NEP 2020. Dr. Kothari underscored the importance of breaking barriers and fostering multidisciplinary education, vocationalisation, skill development, and the inclusion of spirituality in education. Prafull Pradeep Ketkar further emphasised the importance of understanding cultural values in the NEP and stressed the integration of interdisciplinary institutions for effective policy implementation.
The panel discussions during the event identified several challenges in implementing MEME and ABC, such as insufficient faculty, the complexity of credit transfer systems, and institutional ranking issues. The discussions emphasised the need for a robust Management Information System (MIS), standardised degree names, and modular course structures.
Key takeaways from the event included the importance of institutional collaboration, enhancing faculty development programmes, and integrating tribal knowledge into modern education systems.
A concluding panel discussion, moderated by Prof. Rajiv Prakash, featured prominent panellists such as Prof. Laxmidhar Behera and Prof. G.S. Murthy.
They explored designing course structures aligned with the Indian Knowledge System (IKS), initiating teacher training, and incorporating practical hands-on sessions into curricula.
Prof. Prakash affirmed IIT Bhilai's commitment to supporting state universities and technical institutes in implementing NEP 2020 and integrating IKS into state education.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks from Prof. Dhruv Pratap Singh, Dean of Academic Affairs at IIT Bhilai, who acknowledged the contributions of all speakers, organisers, and participants.
