The event was graced by the presence of Dr Biswajit Saha, Director, Training and Skill Education, CBSE New Delhi, and Swami Dr Kamalasthanda, Maharaj, Principal, Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Centenary College, Rahara, Kolkata. The primary focus of the meet was the discussion of the National Credit Framework (NCrF) with Dr Saha.
Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria VidyamandirThe day commenced with a cultural programme featuring students from the secondary wing of BGKV, who performed the Guruvandana and a Rabindrasangeet, followed by a devotional dance by the primary wing. This was followed by the ceremonial lamp lighting and a warm welcome address by the host school's principal, Arun Kumar Dasgupta. He highlighted the importance of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the critical role of NCrF in fostering the holistic development of students.
Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria VidyamandirDr Kamalasthanda then shared his valuable insights, emphasising the foundational role of school education in preparing students for higher education. He spoke about the necessity of adapting to change and the importance of education in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and modern technologies. He concluded by stressing the need for an integrated lifestyle that embraces new changes to develop future-ready leaders.
Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria VidyamandirDr Biswajit Saha was then invited to discuss the NCrF. He addressed the significant gap between school and higher education, proposing structural changes to bridge this divide. Dr Saha underscored the role of schools in nation-building by fostering ethical development from an early age. He advocated for creating a positive school environment where academic leaders inspire teachers to become leaders themselves.
Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria VidyamandirDr Saha detailed the NCrF, explaining that it proposes credit-based learning based on teaching hours and learning outcomes. According to NCrF, 30 notional learning hours equal one credit, with students earning 40 credits for 1200 hours of learning per academic year. Students can also pursue additional courses to gain extra credit points.
Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir