Announcing the university’s academic roadmap, Prof. Bansal said CUHP would organize a National Science Congress in January 2027 to mark its Foundation Day, followed by an International Science Congress in April 2027. The events will provide a platform for scientists and researchers from India and abroad to exchange ideas and promote scientific collaboration.

Kavinder Gupta also spoke about the rich cultural heritage of Himachal Pradesh and encouraged visiting students to interact with local people and learn more about the state’s traditions and social life.

Appreciating the efforts of the Central University in implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the Governor said that the policy aims to make the education system more inclusive, multidisciplinary and skill-oriented. He commended the University for encouraging research and innovation besides effectively implementing skill-based courses and working towards achieving the objectives of the NEP.

He noted that at today’s convocation, more than 700 meritorious students were awarded degrees and medals, with a majority being women. He said that Out of 32 gold medalists, 23 were young women, reflecting the growing empowerment and contribution of women to the progress of the nation.

He was warmly received at Kangra Airport by Kavinder Gupta, the Governor of Himachal Pradesh, along with the state’s Agriculture Minister Chander Kumar and other dignitaries.

Anurag Singh Thakur requested the Himachal Government to release its share of funds promptly for ongoing rail projects and other Centre-supported schemes, arguing that slow state co-funding delays project completion and reduces the State’s development dividend.

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that though SGPC has failed in its duty to find the missing saroops, the Punjab government will ensure that perpetrators of this heinous crime are punished as per law of land. “For the last 14 years the elections for this esteem body have not taken place and these leaders have not even demanded it from the Union government. The psyche of every Sikh has been bruised due to the disappearance of 328 saroops of Sri Guru Granth Sahib,” he stated.

He said that unemployment, inflation, corruption and administrative chaos have become the identity of Himachal under Congress rule. He announced that the countdown for the fall of the Congress government has begun and its departure from power is now inevitable.

This seminar has been organized in academic collaboration with ShoDH (Students for Holistic Development of Humanity), a think tank that seeks to explore the multidimensional contributions of unsung freedom fighters from Punjab. In the sessions ahead, research papers will be presented by scholars and academicians from across various universities in India.

Delivering the Keynote Address, Chief Guest, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor Prof. Sat Prakash Bansal underscored the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence in reshaping pedagogical practices and research methodologies in the social sciences. He encouraged the participants to embrace AI-driven innovation to make research more inclusive, data-driven, and globally relevant. He also highlighted the growing importance of digital literacy and the integration of technology in higher education.