Lucknow: Bringing institutional collaboration to the centre of conversations on the future of higher education, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow, concluded the Jaipuria Higher Education Leadership Summit – Praneta 2026 today at Hotel Radisson, Varanasi, bringing together academic leaders from the region to exchange perspectives and chart a way forward for future-ready institutions.
The summit was attended by Prof. Ajit Kumar Chaturvedi, Vice-Chancellor, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), as Chief Guest, alongside senior academic leaders from universities and colleges across Varanasi and the surrounding region. The gathering focused on how institutions can reimagine curricula in response to technological advancements and global challenges, strengthen collaboration across academia, and align learning with evolving industry requirements and student employability. They also explored the integration of sustainability and human-centric values into academic frameworks, while recognising the contribution of academic leaders and faculty to student outcomes and institutional growth.
The programme commenced with the lighting of the lamp, followed by a welcome address from Dr. Hemendra Gupta, Dean (Academics), Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow, and the inaugural address by the Chief Guest, Prof. Ajit Kumar Chaturvedi.
“Higher education institutions have much to learn from one another. Structured collaboration creates opportunities to exchange knowledge, share experiences and build on each other’s strengths. As academic and societal needs change, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow is pioneering what can help build a more connected ecosystem, where collective thinking contributes to stronger institutions and better learning opportunities for students,” said Prof. Ajit Kumar Chaturvedi, Vice-Chancellor, Banaras Hindu University (BHU).
Building on the importance of this shared approach, Dr. Hemendra Gupta, Dean (Academics), Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow, said, “At Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow, we believe the future of higher education depends on how effectively institutions translate shared learning into meaningful outcomes for their communities. Through Praneta 2026, we aim to foster conversations that extend beyond the exchange of ideas to strengthen teaching practices, support faculty development and create richer learning experiences for students. Recognising educators is equally important to this journey, as their growth ultimately shapes the quality of education institutions deliver.”
Two panel discussions followed. The first, “Reimagining Higher Education for the Next Decade,” was introduced and moderated by Dr. Gupta, who is also Professor – Finance & Accounting at Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow. The second, “Building Future-Ready Institutions through Collaboration,” was introduced and moderated by Dr. Shalini Singh, Chair- Admissions & Faculty – Marketing, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow.
The Rewards and Recognition Programme then recognised faculty members for their contribution to teaching and academic leadership. The summit concluded with a vote of thanks and high tea.
Building on Jaipuria Institute of Management’s educational legacy, which began in 1945, Praneta 2026 extends its commitment to the wider academic community. Following its inaugural edition in Lucknow, which brought together 20 colleges and universities, the Varanasi summit deepens this dialogue in one of India’s oldest centres of learning.
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