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Jul 18, 2025
Second International Conference on Indian Traditional Knowledge Systems Concludes at NIT Calicut
Experts and Scholars Urge Collective Action to Preserve India’s Cultural Heritage
The Second International Conference on Bharatiya Traditional Knowledge Systems (BTKS), jointly organized by the Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems (CIKS) at NIT Calicut and the Bharatiya Paramparik Gyan Vigyan Samaj, successfully concluded with a resounding call to make India's rich and diverse cultural heritage more accessible and relevant to the wider public.
Held at Chanakya Hall, NIT Calicut, the conference brought together a vibrant community of scholars and experts to delve into various dimensions of Indian culture, including traditional arts, yoga, mathematics, and philosophical thought. The event aligned closely with the National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020), which emphasizes the integration of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) in higher education.
Over forty research papers were presented during the two-day conference, fostering dynamic discussions and academic exchange.
The conference was presided over by Prof. Prasad Krishna, Director, NIT Calicut, and inaugurated by Prof. K.K. Shine, Director of the Central Sanskrit University, Guruvayoor campus. A keynote address by Swami Narasimhananda of the Ramakrishna Mission Sevashrama, Kozhikode, highlighted the spiritual and practical relevance of traditional knowledge systems. The event also featured A. Vinod, Director of Madhava Ganita Kendram, as a special guest and included messages of goodwill from Prof. Debi Prasad Mishra, Director, NITTTR Kolkata.
Throughout the sessions, speakers consistently emphasized the urgent need to preserve, promote, and integrate traditional knowledge into modern life, urging collaborative efforts to bridge the existing gap between academic research and public engagement.
The conference concluded with a shared vision to safeguard India’s invaluable cultural legacy and to ensure its continuity for future generations.
