Jaipur, January 31, 2026 — Vivekananda Global University (VGU), Jaipur, successfully organized a one-day NPTEL Awareness Workshop at the Auditorium, Technology Block, in collaboration with Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay).
The primary objective of the workshop was to create awareness among students and faculty members about national-level online courses offered under NPTEL (National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning) and to highlight opportunities for quality digital education and skill enhancement.
Inaugural Ceremony and Formal Proceedings
The workshop commenced with participant registration, followed by the arrival of dignitaries and the formal inauguration ceremony.
The inaugural session included:
- Lighting of the ceremonial lamp
- Saraswati Vandana
- Felicitation of distinguished guests
- Unveiling of the workshop kit
During the ceremony:
- Ms. Bharti Sakpal was felicitated by Vice Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) N. D. Mathur.
- Ms. Nisha Thakur was felicitated by Prof. (Dr.) D. V. S. Bhagavanulu, Pro-President, VGU.
In his welcome address, Vice Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) N. D. Mathur emphasized the importance of NPTEL as a platform that enables students to learn from leading academicians across India and access globally benchmarked education.
University Patron Mr. M. R. Bagaria and Pro-President Prof. (Dr.) D. V. S. Bhagavanulu also highlighted the growing importance of digital learning platforms and skill development initiatives in today’s evolving academic ecosystem.
Special Address by IIT Bombay
A special address was delivered by Prof. Sridhar Iyer from the Centre for Educational Technology, IIT Bombay.
He elaborated on:
- The vision and structure of NPTEL
- Its academic significance
- Certification opportunities
- Future prospects of online learning in India
His address provided participants with a deeper understanding of how NPTEL contributes to strengthening India’s higher education system.
Technical Sessions and Knowledge Sharing
The workshop featured two comprehensive technical sessions designed to provide both conceptual clarity and practical guidance.
First Technical Session
Ms. Bharti Sakpal, Senior Project Officer, NPTEL, delivered a detailed presentation covering:
- NPTEL Online Courses (NOC)
- Course cycles and schedules
- Certification process
- Credit transfer mechanisms
- Additional NPTEL initiatives
This session offered valuable insights into how students and faculty can enroll in and benefit from structured online courses.
Second Technical Session
The second session focused on:
- NPTEL Local Chapters
- SPOC (Single Point of Contact) operations
- Institutional participation
- Strategies to maximize benefits from NPTEL programs
Participants gained practical knowledge about integrating NPTEL resources into their academic journey.
Interactive Engagement and Institutional Perspective
An interactive question-and-answer session followed the technical presentations. Students, faculty members, and research scholars actively participated, seeking clarifications and discussing implementation strategies.
Dr. Arvind Singh, Director, Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), VGU, shared insights on the University’s online and distance education initiatives and their alignment with NPTEL programs. He emphasized VGU’s commitment to integrating digital education into mainstream academic delivery.
Conclusion and Acknowledgment
The program concluded with a formal vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Yogendra Pal, Head Education Technology (CDOE), VGU. He expressed gratitude to all the dignitaries, speakers, organizing members, and participants for making the workshop a success.
The event concluded with:
- A group photograph
- A networking lunch session
Strengthening Digital Education at VGU
The NPTEL Awareness Workshop proved highly beneficial for students, faculty members, and research scholars. It reinforced VGU’s dedication to:
- Promoting digital and blended learning
- Encouraging skill development
- Enhancing academic innovation
- Strengthening collaborations with premier institutions like IIT Bombay
Through initiatives like this, Vivekananda Global University continues to advance its mission of fostering academic excellence and digital transformation in higher education.
