II Round Table Meet of Academia - Industry leaders on Viksit Bharat@2047
26th September 2025

2nd Round Table Meet of Academia–Industry Leaders on Viksit Bharat@2047

Role of Panelists

Date: 13 February 2026

Organized by: National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Goa Campus, India

In Association with: Soft Computing Research Society (SCRS), India

Panelists play a pivotal role in shaping informed, forward-looking discussions aligned with the national vision of Viksit Bharat@2047. The panel comprises experienced industry professionals (minimum 10 years of experience), Vice Chancellors, Directors, Registrars, CEOs, Managing Directors, senior academicians, policymakers, and their authorized representatives. Panelists are expected to contribute strategic insights bridging academia, industry, governance, and innovation ecosystems.

Key Responsibilities

1. Idea Presentation

  • Each panelist will be allotted 5 minutes to briefly present their perspective, ideas, or best practices relevant to the theme of Viksit Bharat@2047.
  • Presentations should focus on actionable insights related to education reform, industry–academia collaboration, skill development, research translation, innovation, technology adoption, and policy alignment.

2. Active Participation in Discussion

  • Following the initial presentations, panelists are expected to actively participate in the open house discussion, sharing viewpoints, responding to questions, and engaging in constructive debate.
  • Discussions will be moderated by Prof. Jagdish Chand Bansal, South Asian University, New Delhi, ensuring balanced and focused deliberations.

3. Strategic and Policy-Oriented Inputs

Panelists are encouraged to propose practical recommendations that can support:

  • Curriculum redesign and modernization
  • Research-driven innovation and entrepreneurship
  • Industry-relevant skill development
  • Institutional and national policy formulation

4. Mentorship and Knowledge Sharing

  • Senior leaders and industry experts are expected to share real-world experiences, challenges, and success stories to guide academic institutions and young professionals.
  • Suggestions that promote sustainable development, digital transformation, and inclusive growth are particularly encouraged.

5. Contribution to Outcomes and Reporting

  • Insights and recommendations shared during the Round Table will be documented and compiled into a Minutes of Meeting (MoM) and Policy Recommendation Report.
  • This report will be circulated to academic institutions, policymakers, and relevant stakeholders to support informed decision-making in curriculum design, institutional strategy, and long-term planning.

6. Commitment to the Vision of Viksit Bharat@2047

  • Panelists are expected to align their contributions with the broader national objectives of innovation-led growth, self-reliance, global competitiveness, and societal impact.

Outcome of Panelist Contributions

The collective inputs of the panelists will directly contribute to:

  • Evidence-based academic and industry reforms
  • Strengthening academia–industry partnerships
  • Supporting policy initiatives aligned with India's long-term development goals

Note: Panelists are instrumental in driving meaningful dialogue that shapes the future of education, research, and innovation in India. Your expertise and insights will help build a roadmap toward a developed and self-reliant India by 2047.