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Gauhati University and OKDISCD Forge Academic Partnership for Regional Development

Gauhati University has joined forces with the Omeo Kumar Das Institute of Social Change and Development through a new Memorandum of Understanding. This partnership will focus on collaborative research and academic development across multiple disciplines. Both institutions will share resources and conduct joint training programs and workshops. The collaboration aims to create more opportunities for students and teachers while contributing to regional development.

Key Points: Gauhati University OKDISCD Sign MoU for Research Collaboration

  • Collaboration covers 10 academic disciplines including Economics and Environmental Science
  • Institutions will conduct joint research projects and training programs
  • Partnership includes faculty exchange and research scholar supervision
  • MoU aims to enhance higher education quality in Northeast India
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Gauhati University signs MoU with Omeo Kumar Das Institute of Social Change and Development

Gauhati University partners with Omeo Kumar Das Institute for joint research, academic programs, and faculty exchange across multiple disciplines to boost regional development.

"This partnership will help us work together on important issues that matter to society and the region - Prof. Nani Gopal Mahanta"

Guwahati, November 12

Gauhati University and the Omeo Kumar Das Institute of Social Change and Development (OKDISCD), Guwahati, on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to work together in research, teaching, and academic development.

The agreement focuses on joint research, sharing of academic resources, and holding training programmes, seminars and workshops.

It covers subjects such as Economics, Education, History, Political Science, Geography, Sociology, Social Work, Philosophy, Anthropology and Environmental Science.

The signing ceremony was attended by senior representatives from both institutions.

From Gauhati University, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Nani Gopal Mahanta, Registrar Prof. Utpal Sarma; Academic Registrar Prof. Rajib Handique, and Law Officer Dipak Talukdar were present. From OKDISCD, Acting Director Prof. Saswati Choudhury, Administrative Officer Diganta Ranjan Patgiri, and faculty members Rajdeep Singha and Arunima Deka took part.

Speaking on the occasion, the Gauhati University Vice-Chancellor said the MoU will help both institutions share knowledge and create more research opportunities for students and teachers.

"This partnership will help us work together on important issues that matter to society and the region," he said.

Prof. Saswati Choudhury, Acting Director of OKDISCD, said the collaboration will strengthen ties between the two institutions and promote joint academic activities.

"We look forward to working closely with Gauhati University on research and learning that support social and regional development," she said.

The two institutions will also explore faculty exchange, joint supervision of research scholars, and projects related to intellectual property.

Both sides expressed hope that the partnership will contribute to the growth of higher education and quality research in Assam and the North East.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great initiative! But I hope this doesn't remain just on paper like many other MoUs. The real test will be whether students actually benefit from this collaboration in terms of better research opportunities and placements.
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Ananya R
As a Gauhati University alumna, I'm so proud! The inclusion of Environmental Science is particularly important given Assam's ecological diversity. Hope this leads to meaningful research on climate change impacts in our region. 🌿
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David E
Working in international education, I've seen how such partnerships can transform institutions. The faculty exchange program mentioned could be a game-changer for both organizations. Wishing them the best!
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Vikram M
Finally some positive news from the education sector in Northeast India! The joint supervision of research scholars is a great feature. Hope this helps reduce brain drain from our region by creating better academic opportunities here itself.
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Sarah B
The interdisciplinary approach covering Economics to Anthropology is impressive. Such collaborations are essential for addressing complex social issues. Hope they publish their findings widely for broader impact.

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