CIKS Events

A quiz programme on the ancient Indian epic, Mahabharat, was held on 29th of April, 2025 at TMIMT Auditorium. The quiz was open to all students and scholars of TMIMT and provided a unique opportunity to test their knowledge about this timeless classic.

The quiz programme was conducted by Dr. Alka Agarwal, Coordinator, CIKS, TMU. Team C out of 4 teams A,B,C and D were declared winner. Kavya Mittal, Shraddha Rastogi and Astha Gupta of team ‘C’ were given winner’s trophy while all other participants were awarded a certificate by Centre for Indian Knowledge System.

Key Points: Quiz was made interesting by executing visual round, rapid fire round and transferrable questions. Audience was also involved through audience question rounds.

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A discussion session on ‘Managing Self and Organizations through Indian Knowledge System’ was held on 28th of April, 2025. The session aimed to develop a framework for applying IKS principles in managing self and organizations. The discussion was presided over by Honorable Vice Chancellor, Prof. V.K. Jain.

Following educationists across the nation shared their valuable thoughts through the online event.

• Prof. V.K. Jain, Vice Chancellor, TMU
• Dr. Pawan Kumar Singh, Director of Indian Institute of Management Tiruchirappalli
• Dr. Rajeev Agarwal, Industrialist and Life Coach, M.P.
• Dr. Sachin Vernekar, Professor Emeritus (Advisory) - Dr D Y Patil Vidyapeeth, Pimpri, Pune
• Dr. Rajen Gupta, Former Professor IIM Lucknow, MDI Gurugram and Research Advisor at IIM Sirmaur
• Dr. Varadraj Bapat, Professor, SJM School of Management, IIT Bombay
• Mr. Ajay Agarwal, A Corporate Trainer and HR Consultant, Kolkata

Key Points: The discussion was based on self- management, because managing self is the most difficult yet most result oriented task. Not only the organizations but the whole nation may be progressive if the citizens learn good values and manage themselves properly.

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A discussion session on ‘Revisiting Human Values and Professional Ethics from Indian Knowledge System’ was held on 24th of February, 2025 to decide the main objectives and expected outcomes of the event. The discussion was presided over by Honorable Vice Chancellor, Prof. V.K. Jain. Following educationists across the nation shared their valuable thoughts through the online event.

• Prof. V.K. Jain, Vice Chancellor, TMU
• Dr. P.N. Mishra, Founder Director, Center for E-Business and Founder Director, Center of Excellence in E-Management.
• Dr. Renu Jain, Former Vice Chancellor, Devi Ahilya Vishvavidyalaya, Indore
• Dr. Nanditesh Nilay, an author, speaker, columnist
• Dr. H.D. Charan, Chairman National Committee on Human Values & Ethics, Chairman BOG, SOPI
• Dr. Anekant Jain, Professor Jain Philosophy SLBSNSU, New Delhi
• Dr. V.K. Singh, Dean Faculty of Management Studies, Gurukul Kangri, Haridwar
• Prof. Anupam Jain, Professor Chair, CIKS, TMU

Key Points: Experts stressed youth value education for nation-building, urging productive use of time and resources.

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Ist National Conclave was organized by CIKS on ‘Enhancing Indian Knowledge System Effectiveness in HEIs through Curriculum’ on 21st February, 2025. The conclave was presided by Honorable Vice Chancellor, Prof. V.K. Jain. Following experts across the nation shared their insights on the theme.

• Prof. K.K. Aggarwal, President, SAU, New Delhi
• Prof. Sandeep Sancheti, Former Chairperson, AIU
• Prof. R.K. Mittal, Founder Vice Chancellor, TMU, UGC Member & Professor GGIPU
• Prof. R.L. Raina, Vice Chancellor, Jaipur National University
• Prof. Ajay Kumar Jain, Director, MDI, Murshidabad
• Prof. Anupam Jain, Professor Chair, CIKS, TMU
• Experts emphasized on all-inclusive education and community engagement for proper expansion of Indian Knowledge system.

Key Points: Experts called for inclusive education and community engagement to strengthen the Indian Knowledge System in HEIs.

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A discussion session on ‘Enhancing Efficacy of IKS Through Curriculum’ was held on 24th of January, 2025. The discussion was presided by Honorable Vice Chancellor, Prof. V.K. Jain. An emphasis was given on Project based learning. It was also suggested to develop awareness through the learning of regional culture.

Key Points: Discussion stressed project-based learning and regional culture awareness to enhance Indian Knowledge System efficacy.

On November 28th, 2024, Professor Navneet Arora from IIT Roorkee delivered a session on "Achieving Excellence Through Self-Exploration" in the University Auditorium.

Key Points: The session inspired students to explore their potential and strive for excellence.

This orientation program introduced new students to the Indian Knowledge System. Dr. Alka Agarwal, Coordinator CIKS, delivered insightful sessions on August 23rd and 24th, 2024.

Key Points: Students learned about the relevance of IKS in daily life and its contributions to society.

Held on July 13th, 2024, in the Conference Room of CTLD, TMU. Professor Anupam Jain emphasized the importance of staying connected with "Sanskriti" and the role of value-based education.

Key Points: Participants gained insights into respecting and preserving culture as responsible citizens.

A national seminar, ‘Amrit Vachnam’ was held on May 1st, 2024, in the University Auditorium. The event was graced by distinguished speakers, including Prof. Mahavir Agarwal and Prof. P.N. Mishra, who emphasized the importance of purity in thoughts and actions.

Key Points: Honorable Vice Chancellor, TMU, Prof. V.K. Jain highlighted the significance of purity in life and education.

The event was organized by CIKS on April 12th, 2024, in the University Auditorium. The keynote speaker, Dr. Dharam Chand Jain, emphasized nonviolence and explained various forms of violence, particularly verbal violence.

Key Points: Dr. Jain highlighted the significance of nonviolence in leading a peaceful life and stressed avoiding violence through words.

The event was organized by CIKS on October 17th, 2023, in the University Committee Room. Professor Chair Dr. Anupam Jain was the Keynote speaker of the day, who explained the role of Indian Knowledge System in the modern scientific world.

Key Points: Dr. Anupam Jain provided invaluable insights and encouraged participants to induce inclination towards Bhartiya Gyan Parampara.