Bharat Shiksha Expo 2024: Paving the Way for India’s Educational Renaissance

Gr. Noida: Bharat Shiksha Expo is a grand confluence of the education sector and hence no less than a pilgrimage for the students, scholars and education professionals,” said Shri Yogendra Upadhayay, Hon’ble Minister of Higher Education, Uttar Pradesh after inaugurating the maiden edition of Bharat Shiksha Expo 2024 today in Greater Noida. Shri Dhirendra Pal Singh, Education Advisor to the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh; Smt. Prerna Singh, Additional CEO of Greater Noida Authority; Shri Sipu Giri, Special Secretary, Higher Education, Uttar Pradesh; Shri Rohit Gupta, Project Director, Atal Innovation Mission, Niti Aayog, Govt. of India and Shri Rakesh Kumar, Chairman, India Exposition Mart Ltd. were also present with Hon’ble Minister. This event marks a significant step in realising India’s role as the Vishwaguru, or global leader in education. Supported by the Department of Higher Education, Uttar Pradesh and Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA), this three-day event (November 11-13) is set to become a dynamic platform for exploring the future of education in India.

Shri Yogendra Upadhayay, Hon’ble Minister of Higher Education, Uttar Pradesh in his keynote address mentioned that Uttar Pradesh in general and especially, Greater Noida in the present scenario have become the hub of modern education like Nalanda and Takshashila were there once in ancient times when students from across the world came to learn and gain knowledge. This Bharat Shiksha Expo 2024 is organised by the India Expo Centre & Mart and is a praise-worthy initiative to organise such an event to exemplify NEP’s core principles. It is an embodiment of NEP’s commitment to holistic and multidisciplinary education, said Shri Yogendra Upadhayay.

The Hon’ble Minister also launched the Higher Education Incentive Policy 2024 at the inaugural event of Bharat Shiksha Expo 2024 and said that the policy sets the stage for a new era of excellence, innovation, and inclusivity in higher education. The Minister also encourages private investment in higher education saying that it is vital for the sector and the Higher Education Incentive Policy 2024 to take bold steps to create a supportive ecosystem for investors which includes several benefits for their endeavours to expand the verticals of education.

Bharat Shiksha Expo 2024 begins bringing together Chancellors, Vice Chancellors, heads of institutions, eminent educationists, academicians, and industry leaders from national and international universities and colleges like Galgotias University, Sharda University, GL Bajaj Institute of Management and Research, Gautam Buddh University, GLA University, SRM University, Central University of Rajasthan, Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University of Chattisgarh and Mind Power University of Uttarakhand as well as International participation by North Island College from Canada.

The grand education expo was also praised by Shri Dhirendra Pal Singh, Education advisor to the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh and Former Chairman, UGC. During his speech, he said that now Uttar Pradesh become a leading state in terms of education and is on the brink of becoming the best. Day by day, it is moving forward as a “Youthful State,”. Further, he said that earlier foreign institutions hesitated to invest in Uttar Pradesh. But now we see a change in the scenario, as our visionary Chief Minister is moving forward with great dynamism and one can notice the initiatives taking place, especially under the Education Department.

Smt. Prerna Singh, Additional CEO of Greater Noida Authority motivates the students to search for the best educational options to excel in their careers at the event. She said, this is the maiden edition of the Bharat Shiksha Expo yet came out so big and successful. She said this is an opportunity to find more options for professional courses other than traditional education. They’ll surely have a new experience and explore great educational options at this event.

Meanwhile, the other dignitary Shri Sipu Giri, Special Secretary, Department of Higher Education, Uttar Pradesh gave a special presentation on the Higher Education Incentive Policy 2024 and briefed the guests about the benefits of the same, while on the other hand Shri Rohit Gupta, Project Director, Atal Innovation Mission, Niti Aayog, Govt. of India gave a brief of Atal Tinkering Lab and their endeavours to make the children learn about critical thinking, design thinking and innovation.

Dr. Rakesh Kumar, Chairman, IEML said that Bharat Shiksha Expo 2024 isn’t short of a movement to prepare our youth for the latest trends in education, exposing them to flourishing opportunities in a multitude of fields. As our Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has emphasized, we aim to cultivate a generation of job creators rather than job seekers. This platform is here to guide young minds toward that ambition, fostering a mindset where creativity, entrepreneurship, and leadership can thrive.                         

Bharat Shiksha Expo 2024 is a significant initiative aimed at advancing industry-academia collaboration, employment opportunities, and the transformative objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP). This event stands as a forward-thinking platform where educators, students, industry professionals, and policymakers collaborate to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world employment demands. With a focus on aligning educational pathways with industry needs, the event underscores the importance of partnerships that support hands-on training, skill development, and research in emerging fields, as envisioned in NEP.

The expo features diverse workshops, roundtable discussions, and interactive labs, encouraging participants to explore pioneering educational tools and industry-relevant resources. These experiences promote knowledge exchange and networking, enabling academia and industry to work together to equip students with the skills needed for today’s job market and foster an environment conducive to innovation and employability.

As Bharat Shiksha Expo 2024 unfolds, it seeks to inspire an era of educational reform that enhances employability, strengthens industry-academia connections, and fosters inclusive economic growth. Join us as we pave the way for an educational renaissance in India, setting the stage for a skilled and empowered workforce aligned with national goals.