North Bengal Scholars

ONE DAY NATIONAL LEVEL SEMINAR

“Development of Primary, Secondary and Higher Education in North Bengal After Independence”

Organized by Baikuntha College of Education (ESTD-2016)

  • Date: 24th December, 2025 (Wednesday)
  • Time: 10:30 AM
  • Venue: Multipurpose Hall, Baikuntha College of Education, Kathal Bari, Dalimpur, Falakata, Alipurduar, PIN-735211
Baikuntha College of Education
About the Seminar

This national level seminar focuses on the historical and contemporary development of primary, secondary and higher education in North Bengal after independence. The seminar aims to bring together academicians, researchers, and students to reflect on regional education growth, institutional contributions, policy impacts, and emerging challenges. Interdisciplinary perspectives are encouraged.

  • Development of education in North Bengal since independence
  • Role of institutions, society, and policy
  • Regional challenges and future directions
About Sub- Themes

Seminar Sub-Themes

Participants may submit papers related to any of the following themes:

  1. উত্তরবঙ্গের প্রাথমিক শিক্ষার বর্তমান হাল-চিত্রক
  2. উত্তরবঙ্গের মাধ্যমিক শিক্ষার ইতিহাস
  3. উত্তরবঙ্গের উচ্চশিক্ষা প্রতিষ্ঠানগুলির সংক্ষিপ্তচিত্র
  4. উত্তরবঙ্গের মাধ্যমিক শিক্ষার হাল-চিত্রক
  5. উত্তরবঙ্গের নারীশিক্ষা
  6. চা-বাগান অঞ্চলের শিক্ষা ব্যবস্থা ও সংকট
  7. উত্তরবঙ্গের বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় শিক্ষা ও ভূমিকা
  8. উত্তরপশ্চিমের সঙ্গে সংশ্লিষ্ট-নতুন-শিক্ষাপরিকল্পনা
  9. উত্তরবঙ্গে কারিগরি শিক্ষা
  10. উত্তরবঙ্গের চা-শ্রমিক শিক্ষা-ব্যবস্থাপত্র
  11. উত্তরবঙ্গের প্রতিবন্ধী শিক্ষা
  12. উত্তরবঙ্গের আদিবাসী শিক্ষা
  13. উত্তরবঙ্গের প্রাথমিক শিক্ষার প্রসার ও সমস্যা
  14. অন্যান্য প্রাসঙ্গিক বিষয় (Interdisciplinary/Regional Education Studies)

Venue

Multipurpose Hall, Baikuntha College of Education
Kathal Bari, Dalimpur, Falakata, Alipurduar, PIN-735211

Resource Persons Grid

Resource Persons

Dr. Ananda Gopal Ghosh

Emeritus Professor of History, University of North Bengal

Dr. Madhab Adhikary

Registrar, Cooch Behar Panchanan Barma University

Dr. Koustav Chakraborty

Principal, Birpara College

Dr. Pradip Chandra Das

Assistant Professor, Raiganj University (Sanskrit)

Dr. Manojit Das

Assistant Professor of History, H.B. College, Birbhum

Dr. Madhusudhan Adhikary

Principal, Bongaigaon B.Ed College

Dr. Sushanta kr Roul

Principal of Leelabati College, Jateswar, Alipurduar

Dr. Subash Chandra Das

Principal, Falakata College

Call for Papers

Research papers/abstracts are invited on the seminar themes. Authors are requested to follow UGC guidelines while preparing the paper. Interdisciplinary and region-specific studies are welcome.

  • Submit Abstract / Paper to: baikunthatrust@gmail.com
  • File Format: MS Word (.doc/.docx)
  • Fonts: Bengali – Kalpurush | English – Times New Roman
Submit Abstract Now

Important Dates

  • Abstract Submission Last Date: 22 December 2025 (Monday)
  • Seminar Date: 24 December 2025 (Wednesday)

Registration Fees

Category Fee
Research Scholar ₹700
Faculty / Academicians ₹500
Student ₹200
Payment Details

Bank: State Bank of India
Account Name: Baikuntha College of Education
Account No.: 42718587025
IFSC: SBIN0061623
Account Type: CA-Regular-Pub-Oth-All-INR

Note: Please keep payment proof ready during registration.

Program Schedule (24 December 2025)

  • 10:30 AM Inauguration & Welcome
  • 11:00–11:25 AM Keynote Speech (Dr. Madhab Adhikary)
  • 11:25–12:00 PM Special Lecture (Dr. Ananda Gopal Ghosh)
  • 12:00–01:15 PM Invited Talks by Resource Persons
  • 01:15–02:15 PM Lunch Break
  • 02:15–03:15 PM Paper Presentation & Certificate Distribution
  • 03:15 PM Vote of Thanks
  • 03:30–04:00 PM Refreshment & Networking

Venue

Multipurpose Hall, Baikuntha College of Education
Kathal Bari, Dalimpur, Falakata, Alipurduar, PIN-735211

Frequently Asked Questions

Online paper presentation possible?

Yes, online and offline both modes are available.

Certificate will be provided?

Yes, e-certificate/physical certificate will be provided to registered participants.

What is the last date of abstract submission?

22 December 2025 (Monday).

How to submit abstract?

Please email your abstract/paper to baikunthatrust@gmail.com in MS Word format.

Is lunch included?

Yes, lunch and refreshments are included for registered participants.

Contact

Asst. Prof. Sutirtha Sarkar — 7679311865
Asst. Prof. Abhijit Pramanik — 9434689455

Email: baikunthatrust@gmail.com

Address:
Baikuntha College of Education, Kathal Bari, Dalimpur, Falakata, Alipurduar, PIN-735211

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One Day National Level Seminar on Education in North Bengal (2025)