The National Institute of Personnel Management (NIPM) Mangaluru chapter will host the much-anticipated Vice-Chancellors Conclave 2025 on February 16 at 6:30 PM at Hotel Ocean Pearl, Mangaluru. This significant event will bring together academic leaders, industry professionals, and key stakeholders to discuss the crucial intersection of education, skill development, and industry-academia collaboration.

The conclave’s theme, “Transforming India@2047 into a Global Hub of Knowledge,” will focus on innovations in curriculum, emerging technologies, and workforce readiness in an ever-evolving global economy. The event aims to bridge the gap between academic institutions and industry needs, ensuring that universities play a pivotal role in shaping future-ready professionals.

Distinguished vice-chancellors and academic leaders participating in the conclave include:

• Dr. S Vidyashankar, Vice-Chancellor, VTU Belagavi
• Prof. P L Dharma, Vice-Chancellor, Mangalore University
• Lt Gen (Dr.) M D Venkatesh, Vice-Chancellor, MAHE, Manipal
• Dr. M S Moodithaya, Vice-Chancellor, NITTE (Deemed to be University)
• Dr. M Vijayakumar, Vice-Chancellor, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University)
• Prof. K Satyanarayan Reddy, Vice-Chancellor, Srinivas University
• Dr. Praveen Martis SJ, Vice-Chancellor, St Aloysius (Deemed to be University)

The event will also mark the launch of ‘HRConnect,’ NIPM Mangaluru’s ISSN e-Journal, which will serve HR professionals and academics alike.

Chairman Steevan Pinto and the executive committee of NIPM Mangaluru will guide the discussions, emphasizing initiatives that strengthen the partnership between academia and industry to drive meaningful change.

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