Five-Day Faculty Development Programme Concludes at University of Technology; Roadmap for Effective Implementation of National Education Policy 2020

The five-day Faculty Development Programme (FDP), organised by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) in collaboration with the School of Basic and Applied Sciences (SBAS) at the University of Technology, Vatika, Jaipur, concluded on October 30, 2026. Held from October 26 to 30, 2026, the programme focused on the theme “Implementation of the National Education Policy 2020 in Higher Education.”
Over the five days, experts shared their insights on various dimensions of the National Education Policy 2020, teaching-learning processes, research, Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), examination and assessment reforms, and research publication. The programme provided faculty members with an opportunity to enhance their understanding of the policy and explore effective strategies for its implementation in higher education.
The highlight of the concluding day was the valedictory address by the University President and Chairperson of the programme, Dr. Rashmi Jain, who presented a future-oriented roadmap for quality enhancement, innovation, academic excellence, and the effective implementation of the National Education Policy 2020.

Major Activities of the Five-Day Programme
Day One — October 26, 2026
The programme commenced with a keynote lecture by Dr. Arvind Kumar Agarwal on “National Education Policy 2020: Vision, Goals and Policy Framework.”
He elaborated on the fundamental philosophy of the policy, its key objectives, and the transformative changes envisioned for higher education. His session helped participants understand the background, objectives, and broad framework for implementing the National Education Policy 2020.

Day Two — October 27, 2026
The second day featured expert lectures on research, innovation, Intellectual Property Rights, and examination and assessment reforms.
Dr. Rohit Sarswat, Dean of Research, delivered a lecture on “Promoting a Culture of Intellectual Property Rights in Higher Education: Encouraging Research and Innovation.” He highlighted the importance of Intellectual Property Rights in protecting academic contributions and promoting research, creativity, and innovation.
Dr. Kamal Kishore Jangid, Controller of Examinations, delivered a lecture on “Examination and Assessment Reforms under NEP 2020: Challenges and Best Practices.” He emphasised the importance of transparent assessment mechanisms, examination reforms, and the development of a quality-oriented examination system.

Day Three — October 28, 2026
The third day focused on curriculum development, learning outcomes, and research paper writing.
Dr. S. V. M. Nagendra delivered a lecture on “Course Outcome and Programme Outcome Mapping (CO-PO Mapping).” He explained the importance of aligning course-level learning outcomes with programme-level objectives and highlighted how outcome mapping can help assess the effectiveness of teaching and learning.
Dr. Kuldeep Sharma delivered a session on “How to Prepare a Research Paper.” He discussed the structure of a research paper, topic selection, research writing, and the effective presentation of scientific findings. His session provided participants with practical insights into preparing well-structured and academically sound research papers.

Day Four — October 29, 2026
On the fourth day, Dr. Neeraj Kumar Singh, Deputy Librarian, Panjab University, Chandigarh, delivered a lecture on “From Manuscript to Publication.”
He discussed the process of preparing a research manuscript for publication, the importance of maintaining high standards in academic writing, and various essential aspects of scholarly publishing. His session helped participants understand the publication process and the importance of presenting research findings effectively.
In view of the occasion of Karwa Chauth, the session schedule was revised, and the programme was conducted at 11:00 a.m. This adjustment enabled faculty members to participate in the academic activities while also observing the festival.

Day Five — October 30, 2026
The concluding day featured the valedictory address by Dr. Rashmi Jain, President of the University of Technology, who presented the vision of “A Future Roadmap: Quality Teaching, Innovation and a Better Tomorrow.”
She emphasised that the effective implementation of the National Education Policy 2020 requires a strong focus on curriculum innovation, student-centred teaching-learning processes, quality assessment, research, and institutional development.
She encouraged faculty members to incorporate the knowledge and experiences gained during the programme into their academic practices and to remain committed to the continuous development and holistic growth of students.

Valedictory Ceremony
The valedictory ceremony commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Prem Kumar, who welcomed the dignitaries, university officials, faculty members, and participants. He highlighted the objectives and achievements of the five-day Faculty Development Programme and stated that the National Education Policy 2020 represents a significant step towards making higher education more student-centred, skill-oriented, multidisciplinary, and research-driven.
On the occasion, Dr. Anshu Surana, Pro-Chairperson, and Dr. Anoop Sharma, Registrar, conveyed their messages highlighting the significance of the Faculty Development Programme. They emphasised that the objectives of the National Education Policy can be achieved effectively through the continuous professional development of teachers, the adoption of innovative teaching methodologies, and a sustained commitment to quality education.
During the ceremony, Dr. Rashmi Jain appreciated the efforts of the organising committee and congratulated all those who contributed to the successful conduct of the programme. She particularly commended the coordinated efforts made under the leadership of Dr. Rajni Mathur, IQAC Coordinator and Programme Convener.
She also appreciated the contributions of Dr. Jitendra Kumar Goyal and Ms. Manisha Yadav, Co-Conveners, and Ms. Khusboo Choudhary, who efficiently managed the proceedings as the stage anchor, along with all other members who supported the organisation of the event.
She observed that collective , dedication, coordination, and systematic planning are the key foundations of a successful academic programme.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Jitendra Kumar Goyal. He expressed his gratitude to the university management, President Dr. Rashmi Jain, Pro-Chairperson Dr. Anshu Surana, Registrar Dr. Anoop Sharma, all the expert speakers, IQAC, the School of Basic and Applied Sciences, and all participating faculty members.
He also acknowledged the valuable cooperation, commitment, and dedication of the organising committee in ensuring the successful completion of the programme.

Outcome of the Programme
The five-day Faculty Development Programme provided faculty members with a valuable platform to deliberate on various aspects of the National Education Policy 2020, innovative teaching methodologies, course and programme learning outcomes, research, Intellectual Property Rights, examination and assessment reforms, and scholarly publication.
The programme concluded with a renewed commitment to quality teaching, innovation, research, effective assessment, and institutional excellence. This initiative marked an important step towards strengthening academic quality and promoting the effective implementation of the National Education Policy 2020 at the University of Technology, Jaipur.