BBM College Organized ‘Vidyamanthan 2026’ to Promote Multidisciplinary Research, Innovation and Academic Excellence

By Our Correspondent

Agartala, October 20, 2026

“Vidya” represents knowledge, wisdom, learning, and enlightenment, while “Manthan” signifies deep reflection, critical examination, intellectual interaction, and the continuous pursuit of truth. Together, “Vidyamanthan” embodies the spirit of intellectual exploration, collaborative thinking and the transformation of knowledge into meaningful innovation.

With this vision, Bir Bikram Memorial College (BBMC), Agartala, organized a significant academic programme titled “BBMC Vidyamanthan – Multidisciplinary Ideas, Innovation and Exploration” on October 15, 2026, through a virtual platform. The initiative marked another important step towards fostering a vibrant research culture, strengthening interdisciplinary collaboration and promoting academic excellence among faculty members.

A major highlight of the programme was the presentation and academic exploration of two volumes of “Research Spectrum: A Multidisciplinary Collection of Faculty Research”, covering the periods 2021–2022 (Volume I) and 2023–2024 (Volume II). These volumes showcase the scholarly contributions, research accomplishments and intellectual pursuits of faculty members representing diverse academic disciplines of the college, reflecting the institution's growing commitment to research and knowledge creation.

Dr. Bivas Deb, Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor of Maharaja Bir Bikram University, graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Two distinguished academicians, Dr. Kuntala Bhattacharjee, Associate Professor of Physics, Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), Thiruvananthapuram, and Dr. Arnab Ardhendu Purkayastha, Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Western New England University, USA, participated as Resource Persons. Dr. Mihir Pal, Principal of BBM College, presided over the programme.

In his introductory remarks, Dr. Pal emphasized the importance of transforming higher educational institutions from conventional centers of knowledge dissemination into dynamic centers of knowledge creation, scientific inquiry, innovation, and multidisciplinary research. He highlighted the necessity of strengthening collaborative research, encouraging young researchers, integrating emerging technologies into academic activities and establishing meaningful connections between scientific research and contemporary societal challenges. He further underscored the importance of developing a sustainable institutional research ecosystem through academic networking, intellectual exchange, and collaborative initiatives.

In his inspiring address, Dr. Bivas Deb, Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor of Maharaja Bir Bikram University, emphasized the need to strengthen research culture in higher education institutions and foster meaningful collaboration across academic disciplines. He highly appreciated the commendable initiative by the BBM College authority, noting that such academic endeavors could stimulate scientific curiosity, nurture a research-oriented mindset among faculty members, and contribute significantly to the institution's overall academic and research environment.

Dr. Kuntala Bhattacharjee, Associate Professor of Physics at IIST, Thiruvananthapuram, enriched the programme with her valuable scientific insights. She underscored the fundamental importance of basic scientific research and conceptual understanding as the foundation of technological innovation and advancement. During her deliberation, she also highlighted several remarkable achievements of the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), along with its ongoing scientific missions and research activities. Her presentation offered valuable perspectives on India's expanding capabilities in space science and technology and demonstrated how fundamental scientific principles contribute to advanced technological developments.

Dr. Arnab Ardhendu Purkayastha of Western New England University, USA, brought an important international academic perspective to the programme. He highlighted the growing significance of artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, automation and advanced computing in contemporary multidisciplinary research. He emphasized the importance of connecting academic knowledge with technological innovation and practical problem-solving. His remarks also highlighted opportunities for international academic networking, knowledge exchange, and collaborative research initiatives, encouraging faculty members to explore emerging areas of interdisciplinary research.

The programme reflected the broader vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which advocates multidisciplinary education, research-oriented learning, innovation, technological integration and institutional collaboration. It also reinforced the importance of creating opportunities for faculty members to engage in meaningful academic interactions beyond conventional disciplinary boundaries.

Beyond showcasing faculty research achievements, BBMC Vidyamanthan 2026 provided an important intellectual platform to explore future possibilities for collaborative research, interdisciplinary knowledge exchange, academic partnerships, and the development of a sustainable research ecosystem within the institution. Dr. Arijit Das, Associate Professor at BBM College, coordinated the programm with the active cooperation, dedication, and involvement of faculty members, contributing significantly to its success.

The program concluded with a renewed commitment to promoting research excellence, strengthening multidisciplinary academic engagement, and transforming Bir Bikram Memorial College into a vibrant center of knowledge creation, innovation, and collaborative research.BBMC Vidyamanthan 2026 thus emerged not merely as an academic event, but as a meaningful initiative towards building a future-oriented research culture, where knowledge inspires inquiry, inquiry stimulates innovation, and innovation contributes to institutional advancement and societal development.

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