Officials and participants during the Nagaland University’s first Research Conclave got inaugural programme held at I. Ihoshe Kinimi Hall, Lumami on December 3.
Lumami, December 3 (MExN): Nagaland University’s first Research Conclave got underway with an inaugural programme held at I. Ihoshe Kinimi Hall, Lumami on December 3.
The Conclave is a collaborative effort between the University’s NEP Cell, IQAC and the Nagaland University Research Scholars Forum (Lumami). The event marks a significant milestone in promoting multidisciplinary approaches among 140 scholars and faculty from diverse academic disciplines, emphasising collaboration, innovation, and skill development.
The inaugural programme was chaired by Dr Viheno Iralu, Assistant Professor at the Centre of Biodiversity. She welcomed the delegates and dignitaries and also outlined the event's objectives. Dr Latonglila Jamir, Assistant Director of IQAC and the organizing secretary, delivered the welcome address, highlighting the conclave’s role in fostering scholarly growth.
Prof Dipak Sinha, Nodal Officer of NEP, elaborated on the foundational vision behind the conclave, emphasizing the necessity of multidisciplinary collaboration without compromising the uniqueness of individual disciplines. Prof Sinha also addressed the practical aspects of the conclave, including mentorship opportunities, guidance on publications and scholarships, and fostering self-sufficiency among scholars by encouraging them to organize such events independently.
In his keynote address, Prof Temjensosang, Director of Research Development Cell, connected the NEP’s guiding principles with ancient Indian education systems like the Gurukul, emphasising holistic and skill-based learning. He stressed the importance of adopting multidisciplinary approaches to achieve a well-rounded understanding of India’s educational landscape.
Reflecting on the significance of the conclave, Dr Abemo, Registrar of Nagaland University, shared his excitement about such initiatives, reminiscing about his PhD journey. He encouraged scholars to actively engage in the sessions, making the most of the platform to share, learn, and collaborate.
Prof Jagadish K Patnaik, Vice Chancellor of Nagaland University delivered an address differentiating between multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and transdisciplinary approaches. Sharing his own research experiences, he highlighted the importance of flexibility, open-mindedness, and the pursuit of meaningful contributions to knowledge. Prof Patnaik reassured scholars of institutional support, including access to research materials and equipment, and urged them to dedicate themselves to academic rigour.
This was stated in a press release issued by Peter Ki, PRO, Nagaland University, Lumami.
