Awareness Rally based on NEP 2020 to mark launch of NEP 2020
Organized by National Education Policy: Student Ambassador for Academic Reforms in
Transforming Higher Education in India (NEP SAARTHI) and NEP Team at
Vishwakarma University, Pune
AWARENESS RALLY BASED ON NEP 2020 TO MARK LAUNCH OF NEP 2020 REPORT
ACADEMIC YEAR 2025-26
Activity Title |
Awareness Rally based on NEP 2020 to mark launch of NEP 2020 |
Survey Dates |
Monday, 25th August 2025 – Friday, 29th August 2025 |
Mode |
On-campus, Vishwakarma University, Pune |
Curriculum Linkage |
NEP 2020 initiative taken by UGC |
Coordinator |
Abdul Hannan Dalal, Department of Artificial Intelligence (NEP SAARTHI), Vishwakarma University, Pune | Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Purab Ganguli – NEP SAARTHI Sanskriti Kopkar – NEP SAARTHI Anuj Jaiswal – NEP SAARTHI Sifat Patel – NEP SAARTHI Gargee Deshpande – NEP SAARTHI |
Convenor |
Dr. Madhvi Saxena, NEP Coordinator, Vishwakarma University, Pune |
Organizing Chairperson |
Prof. (Dr.) Kedar Sant, Registrar, Vishwakarma University, Pune |
Submitted to: |
UGC (University Grants Commission) |
Introduction:
The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 marks a landmark reform in India’s educational landscape, fostering holistic, multidisciplinary, and skill-based learning. To commemorate its launch and strengthen awareness, Vishwakarma University, Pune, in collaboration with NEP SAARTHI, organized a five-day Awareness Rally from 25th–29th August 2025. Maximising Human Potential
The initiative aimed to actively involve students, faculty, and stakeholders in promoting NEP 2020 and positioning Vishwakarma University as a leader in implementing academic reforms.
Objectives:
The primary objectives of the Awareness Rally were:
- To spread awareness among students, faculty, and society about the reforms introduced under NEP 2020.
- To engage youth as active ambassadors of NEP 2020 through rallies, placards, and creative activities.
- To encourage collaborative participation among diverse faculties.
- To strengthen Vishwakarma University’s visibility as a frontrunner in NEP 2020 implementation.
- To inspire discussions on how NEP 2020 can transform higher education into a student-centric,innovation-driven system.
Day-wise Schedule:
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Day |
Date |
Faculty Participation |
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Day 1 |
Monday, 25th August 2025 |
Science & Technology |
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Day 2 |
Tuesday, 26th August 2025 |
First Half: Science & Technology Second Half: Journalism & Mass Communication |
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Day 3 |
Thursday, 28th August 2025 |
First Half: Science & Technology Second Half: Commerce & Management |
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Day 4 |
Friday, 29th August 2025 |
First Half: Architecture & Design Second Half: Economics ABC ID Doubt Clearing Session (Venue: Building No. 1, Eventorium) |
Participation Overview
• NEP SAARTHIs:6 student ambassadors (allotted by UGC) conducted the rally.
• Student Participation: 300+ students from all faculties of Vishwakarma University actively took part in the rally.
• Faculty Engagement: Active involvement from Science & Technology, Commerce & Management,
Journalism & Mass Communication, Architecture & Design, and Economics faculties.
Outcomes
• Enhanced Awareness: Students and faculty gained deeper insights into NEP 2020 reforms.
• Youth Empowerment: Students acted as ambassadors for NEP, leading creative awareness activities.
• Collaboration: Faculties worked together, fostering interdisciplinary engagement.
• Visibility: Positioned Vishwakarma University as a leader in NEP 2020 promotion and academic reforms.
Conclusion
The NEP 2020 Awareness Rally successfully bridged the gap between policy and practice by engaging students, faculty, and the community in a participatory manner. Conducted by six UGC-allotted NEP SAARTHIs, the event saw active participation from over 300 students, reinforcing the significance of student-led initiatives in educational reforms.By empowering youth to spread awareness, the rally strengthened Vishwakarma University’s role as a frontrunner in educational transformation, cultivating future leaders committed to innovation, inclusivity, and academic excellence.
Organizing Team
• Dr. Madhvi Saxena – Convenor
• Prof. (Dr.) Kedar Sant – Organizing Chairperson
• Abdul Hannan Dalal – NEP SAARTHI (Coordinator)
• Sifat Patel – NEP SAARTHI
• Purab Ganguli – NEP SAARTHI
• Gargee Deshpande – NEP SAARTHI
• Sanskriti Kopkar – NEP SAARTHI
• Anuj Jaiswal – NEP SAARTHI
