Agartala, Oct 10: Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha has called upon universities in the Northeastern region to collaborate and utilize their knowledge resources for comprehensive research on sustainability. He emphasized that universities serve as laboratories for the future, and their research efforts are crucial for progress and the creation of a sustainable society.
Dr. Saha made these remarks while inaugurating the National Conference on Higher Education and Research: Towards a Transformative and Sustainable Society at the Maharaja Bir Bikram Satabarsiki Auditorium, Tripura University.
He highlighted the significance of research in driving progress and innovation, noting that his own engagement in research had led him to travel to Delhi to present his findings at the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). According to him, research is an integral part of a university’s mission, as it nurtures life, safety, and security by creating knowledge. Dr. Saha stressed the importance of making sustainable living a tangible reality, which could be achieved through research initiatives.
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The Chief Minister also pointed out that Tripura and the entire Northeast region are blessed with unparalleled natural beauty and ecological hotspots. He suggested that research in the universities of Northeast India should begin with an in-depth study of the region itself. This research would involve exploring how the region can contribute to sustainability amidst the pressures of materialistic development.
Dr. Saha called on the authorities of all universities in the Northeast to collaborate and invest their knowledge capital in conducting comprehensive studies of the region. This effort would lead to the generation of new insights into global sustainability and promote an Earth-centric focus in university curricula.
He further encouraged Tripura University to embrace the “vocal for local” motto promoted by the Prime Minister. This involves highlighting the rich cultural, ethnic, ecological, and natural diversity of Tripura and the Northeast by promoting region-specific bodies of knowledge through academic initiatives.
Chief Minister Manik Saha’s call for universities in the Northeast to focus on sustainability research underscores the importance of harnessing local knowledge and resources to address global challenges. By prioritizing research and embracing sustainability as a core principle, these universities can contribute to a more sustainable and resilient future for the region and the world.
