19/05/2026
A two-day national workshop on the theme “VIKSIT BHARAT 2047: Role of Education, Skills and
Entrepreneurship” was organized at Perunthalaivar Kamarajar College of Education under the
Government of Puducherry. The workshop aimed to create a forward-looking academic and
professional platform to deliberate on India’s transformative journey towards becoming a developed
nation by 2047 through education, skill development and entrepreneurship.
Dr. R. Kandhavel, Principal of the college, welcomed the participants and emphasized the importance
of empowering youth with knowledge, innovation and entrepreneurial skills for nation building.
On this occasion, Dr Kishor Kumar Tripathy, Member Secretary, AuroBharati, Sri Aurobindo Society
delivered a special address on the topic “Merging Integral Education with Cultural Sustainability to
Enhance Entrepreneurship Development for Viksit Bharat.”
The session focused on the relevance of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the vital role
of culture in fostering innovation, creativity and entrepreneurial spirit among the youth. It was
emphasized that India’s rich cultural heritage and traditional knowledge systems could serve as strong
foundations for sustainable entrepreneurial practices and inclusive economic growth.
Around 250 students from B.Ed., Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.) programmes and
technical education faculties attended the workshop and actively participated in the discussions.
