Arunachal: AdtU Hosts Educators Conclave on Future Learning
Conclave brings together academic leaders and industry experts to discuss mental well-being, AI-driven education, and workforce readiness.
GUWAHATI- Assam down town University (AdtU) successfully hosted the second edition of “EduElevate – Northeast Educators Conclave 2025” at Radisson Blu, Guwahati, bringing together prominent educationists, policymakers, industry leaders and academic experts to deliberate on future-oriented education and student development.
The event began with a formal inaugural session and lamp lighting ceremony, followed by the keynote address from Dr. Dimpy Mahanta, Associate Professor & HoD (Psychology), Cotton University.
Dr. Mahanta highlighted the importance of institutional responsibility in supporting student well-being, emphasising mental health, empathy and inclusive environments within educational spaces.
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Panel Discussions
The first panel discussion — moderated by Dr. Manjusha Deka Saikia (Assam down town University) — explored institutional frameworks for student mental health. Panelists included:
- Prof. Saswati Choudhury
- Dr. Mythili Hazarika
- Arup Kumar Baishya
- Sandeep Gulia
The session underscored clinician-supported interventions, awareness-based policies, and community-engaged models for holistic student development.
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The second panel, moderated by Dr. Sunandan Baruah, focused on Future-Proofing India’s Workforce, examining AI-driven employability and industry-aligned skill development. Speakers included Rohit Gupta, Ankit Shyamsukha, Rajiv Agarwal, Manish Kumar, and Prasenjit Chanda, who emphasised integrating technology-adaptive learning, strengthening industry collaboration, and skilling students for an Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Awards & Recognition
The conclave concluded with AdtU Excellence Awards 2025, celebrating contributions in school leadership and teaching:
| Award Category | Winner | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| EduElevate School of the Year Award | PM SHRI Nilbagan Model HS School, Hojai | ₹1,00,000 |
| EduElevate Teacher of the Year Award | Prasenjit Sarma, Barpeta | ₹50,000 |
| EduElevate Emerging School Award | Vidya: The Living School, Dhemaji | — |
The event closed with a vote of thanks and a networking lunch, enabling participants to exchange ideas and explore collaborative pathways.
EduElevate 2.0 reaffirmed AdtU’s commitment to driving transformative education, promoting wellness-centric learning, and developing future-ready institutions in the Northeast.
