Integral Education

On January 26, 1950, India officially became a republic with the enactment of its constitution. The 75th Republic Day was joyously observed across our campuses, serving as a poignant reminder of the visionary contributions of our constitution’s framers, the democratic principles that define our nation, and our enduring commitment to the well-being of our country. The national flag was proudly unfurled at all our campuses.

At the Prasanthi Nilayam campus, Professor B Raghavendra Prasad, the Vice-Chancellor, hoisted the national flag and addressed students on the significance of the day. A stirring performance by the brass band and the Department of Music filled the atmosphere with patriotic fervor.

Group Captain K R Narayan, an esteemed alumnus who served the Indian Air Force for over three decades, presided over the festivities at the Muddenahalli campus. After unfurling the national flag, he delivered a speech to the students on the theme “Bharath: The Mother of Democracy.”

Celebrations at the Brindavan campus were graced by Colonel Arun Bhagra, a retired AGM from SC Railways with over three decades of service in the Territorial Army (Madras Sappers). He shared his thoughts after unfurling the national flag, highlighting how Bhagawan Baba had inspired him to serve the nation. Sri Pulkit Khare, a third-year B.Com (Hons) student, also addressed the gathering.

At the Anantapur campus, Professor N Srividya, the Campus Director, unfurled the national flag, followed by the National Anthem and a parade. The chief guest, Ms. Ridhi Bhalla, an alumna of SSSIHL serving in the Indian Armed Forces, encouraged students to excel and take pride in their Indian identity.

The festivities included the presentation of appreciation mementos to the Hockey teams (National Sports Day Event), acknowledgment of Ms. K Hemasri for excellence in Archery, and recognition of Ms. D Akshitha Parwati, the runner-up in the State Level Tennis competition. Additionally, gifts were distributed to the contingent staff for their contributions to the Annual Sports & Cultural Meet 2024.

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Prasanthi Nilayam, 16 December 2023:

Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning organized a Science Modeling Exhibition on December 16th, 2023, at the Prasanthi Nilayam Campus to commemorate National Science Day 2024. The event witnessed an exceptional turnout of enthusiastic participants from various schools, showcasing their innovative models and scientific acumen.

National Science Day 2024 celebrations are conducted in collaboration with Sri Sathya Sai Higher Secondary School, Smt Eswaramma High School, Sri Sathya Sai Vidya Vahini, and Nexus Consulting, inviting students from Class 8 to Class 12 across India. The celebrations encompass a range of competitions, including Essay Writing, Painting, Quiz, and Science Modeling contests, culminating in the finals scheduled for February 27^th and 28^th, 2024, at the Prasanthi Nilayam Campus, of SSSIHL, Puttaparthi.

The inauguration, graced by Prof. B. Raghavendra Prasad, Vice-Chancellor of SSSIHL, and esteemed guests, marked the commencement of the event. Students showcased their creativity through diverse models, on the broad theme of innovation in Science & Technology.

The event saw an active participation of around 250 students representing various schools in and around Puttaparthi, including Sri Sathya Sai Higher Secondary School (Boys & Girls Wing), Smt Eswaramma High School, Sai Vidyalaya School, Vasavi School, and Zilla Parishad High School contributing to the exhibition’s success.

In the afternoon, the exhibition was open to the public and saw over 150 visitors, including parents, students and teachers from neighboring schools witness the remarkable creations of the students. The displays captivated the audience, earning admiration for the young minds’ scientific ingenuity.

Beyond being a platform for students to display their scientific prowess, the event emphasized the importance of science and innovation in education. The collaborative efforts of participating schools and the dedication of the students were instrumental in the triumph of National Science Day 2024.

For More on the NSD 2024 Celebrations at SSSIHL: https://www.sssihl.edu.in/national-science-day-nsd-celebrations-2024/
 

About the Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning

The Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL) (Deemed-to-be-University), Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh, India, is one of the few institutions in the world offering values-based education to students at the University level. Ethics and morals form the undercurrent of every subject taught at the Deemed to be University, providing a holistic framework of inter-personal development for its students combined with academic excellence. SSSIHL follows a merit-based open admissions policy for all irrespective of income, religion, or region and provides quality education free for all students.

The Deemed-to-be university hosts students from across the country at its four campuses in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, India and provides free education to all programmes of study. The programmes offered include undergraduate, postgraduate, professional and research. It has a merit-based open admissions policy for all, irrespective of income, religion or social status.

SSSIHL also provides a strong research environment, with exceptional academic practices, that has resulted in the growth of national and international collaborations. The Central Research Instruments Facility (CRIF), based at the Prasanthi Nilayam Campus of the SSSIHL, is one of the few facilities in the country that houses advanced Characterisation / Analytical Tools to carry out Translational Research in various areas of Science and Technology.

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With the idea of promoting Science to young minds, this year as part of Gramaseva, the students of SSSIHL decided to conduct science demonstrations at the Govt. High School, in Muddenahalli. This was done with help and collaboration from the Muddenahalli campus of SSSIHL.

A 26-member team (22 students, 1 Research Scholar & 3 Faculty Members) from the Departments of Biosciences, Chemistry, and Physics came together and demonstrated over 17 science experiments for the students of Classes 8 and 9 at the chosen school that was well received by both the students and teachers at the school.

Here is a detailed report on the activity along with a few photos from the event.

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Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL), Prasanthi Nilayam, Andhra Pradesh signed an MoU with All India Institute of Speech and Hearing (AIISH), Mysore, Karnataka on 20 November 2023 to further common academic interests through collaborative research and exchange of expertise, resources, and related information. One of the key areas is to address congenital problems in children with speech and hearing impairment, leading to learning disabilities.

This includes the exchange of faculty and researchers to promote research & development activities, student exchange programs including Internships and projects, and conducting seminars and lectures that further research collaboration between the two Institutions. Some of the areas of interest in the fields of Speech and Hearing include using Genetics and genomics, Big Data Analytics, Biomedical image, Signal processing, and app development for assessment and assistance to therapeutic and remedial measures.  Similarly, the therapeutic use of Music & Veda, Analytical studies for developing policy guidelines, linguistic studies to identify the cause of disabilities and remedies, and Nutritional dietary supplements for the target population are the other areas of proposed collaborative research. Students Internship/Projects for Management Students is an important aspect of this MoU.

The MoU was signed by Dr. M Pushpavathi, Director of AIISH, and Dr. Srikanth Khanna, Registrar of SSSIHL. Prof. B Raghavendra Prasad, Vice-Chancellor, SSSIHL, Dr. Ramkumar, Chief Administrative Officer, AIISH, Mysore, Prof. Pallav Kumar Baruah, Dean of Sciences, SSSIHL, Dr. P Sujith Kumar, Asst. Prof. Dept. of Biosciences, SSSIHL and Sri Nishikant Barodekar, Asst. Professor, Music, SSSIHL were present at the event.

The Vice-Chancellor announced the MoU during his welcome address at the 42^nd Annual Convocation of the Institute on 22 Nov 2023, in the presence of the Hon’ble President of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu.

MILAN 91-93, the 38th MBA Day at SSSIHL, marked a special occasion where alumni from the 1993 batch of MBA students reunited to share their insights and experiences with the current MBA students. The two-day event featured various activities and discussions.

On the first day, alumni mentored MBA students in exploring case studies covering topics like market analysis, funding pitches, technological adaptation, and leadership challenges. This hands-on experience provided students with practical skills and knowledge.

The second day included speeches from distinguished speakers. Dr. Sayee Manohar K, Head, Department of Management and Commerce welcomed the audience, Prof. B. Sai Giridhar, Registrar, SSSIHL gave the Inaugural Address, followed by talks by the Chief Guest Shri R J Ratnakar, Managing Trustee, SSSCT, the Vice-Chancellor of SSSIHL Prof. B. Raghavendra Prasad, and the CEO of Barclays India Sri Ram Gopal. They emphasized the importance of aligning education with industry needs, workplace ethics, and ongoing competence development. The event aimed to prepare students effectively for their future careers.

The celebration concluded with a video presentation and a heartfelt discourse by Sri Sathya Sai Baba, leaving everyone nostalgic and emotional.

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View Recording: https://bit.ly/SSSIHLEvent-38thMBADAY-MILAN

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The Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning’s Department of Humanities and Social Sciences conducted a National Workshop on “Macro Stabilisation Policies for India in the post-pandemic era” on August 26, 2023, at Prasanthi Nilayam Campus. The event featured lectures, presentations, and discussions, uniting experts, academicians, policymakers, and students to tackle the complex economic challenges faced by India during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.

The workshop commenced with traditional rituals, including Vedam chanting and lamp lighting. Dr. G Raghavender Raju, Head, Dept. of Humanities and Social Sciences, welcomed attendees and expressed gratitude to the distinguished speakers. Vice-Chancellor Prof. B Raghavendra Prasad highlighted the pandemic’s impact on India’s economy and praised the government’s focus on preserving lives and livelihoods, aligning with India’s values.

Prof. N R Bhanumurthy Vice-Chancellor, Dr. B R Ambedkar School of Economics University stressed the need for an active fiscal policy coupled with an accommodative monetary stance and urged reconsideration of the public debt-to-GDP ratio in his talk.

Dr. Deba Prasad Rath Principal Adviser, Department of Economic and Policy Research at Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Mumbai, emphasized the importance of cohesive fiscal and monetary policies.

Dr. Nadhavael GV, Director of the Division of Reports and Knowledge, Dissemination at the Department of Economic and Policy Research, RBI Central Office, Mumbai policies should enhance productivity, harness technology, and manage human capital strategically.

Prof. Ashima Goyal, Member of the Monetary Policy Committee of RBI, and Emeritus Professor at IGIDR Mumbai emphasized the significance of credible inflation targeting, timely structural reforms, and clear communication in policy implementation.

The workshop also featured student presentations on topics like interest reference rate changes, de-dollarization, central bank digital currency, and non-basmati rice bans, fostering engaging discussions.

Overall, the workshop successfully merged academic knowledge with practical insights, garnering positive feedback.

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Session 1.: https://youtube.com/live/SkIjau6Izsk

Session 2.: https://youtube.com/live/IeopuTCJjYk

CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar in association with the Department of Management and Commerce, SSSIHL, organized a Workshop on Intellectual Property Rights on 28 July 2023 at the Anantapur Campus. The workshop was held as part of the month-long National Intellectual Property Festival promoted by the DSIR-DPIIT, Government of India from 1-31 July 2023.

The Resource persons who addressed the participants were:

• Mrs. Saipriya Balasubramanian, Senior Business Intelligence and IP Analyst with Rapid Alpha. Topic: “Role of IP in Business Strategy”
• Dr. Vijayalakshmi Asthana, Principal Scientist, CSIR – Traditional Knowledge Digital Library Unit. Topic: “Intellectual Property Rights- An Overview”
• Dr. Viswajanani Sattigeri, Head, CSIR – Traditional Knowledge Digital Library Unit. Topic: “Traditional Knowledge: IP and People’s Rights.”

Participants gained valuable knowledge about the significance of intellectual property protection, its legal framework, and ethical considerations. The event fostered a culture of respect for creators’ rights and encouraged innovation while upholding responsible practices in handling intellectual property.

Faculty Members, Research Scholars from various departments of the campus, and 110 students participated in the Workshop that was held in hybrid mode.

Dr. G. Padmavathy, Associate Head of the Department, Dr. (Mrs.) Swetha Thiruchanuru, Asst. Professor, and Dr. C. Jayashree, Assistant Professor, all from the Department of Management & Commerce, SSSIHL, Anantapur campus, coordinated the event.

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The “National Conference on Recent Trends in Mathematical Biology – Theory, Methods, and Applications” was organized by the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science (DMACS) of Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL), A. P. India from July 20-22, 2023 at the Prasanthi Nilayam Campus, and was supported by DST SERB, India.

The conference saw scientists, researchers, academicians, and students from over 70 institutions across India, from diverse disciplines, converge and exchange cutting-edge insights, advancements, and applications in the rapidly evolving field of mathematical biology. The conference emphasized interdisciplinary collaboration and the integration of mathematical modeling with biological sciences to address real-world challenges in healthcare, environmental sustainability, and biological systems understanding. Attendees explored innovative theoretical frameworks and methodologies, fostering new research opportunities at the intersection of mathematics and biology.

We are grateful to all the guest speakers for making the conference a great success:

1. Prof. Arni S R Srinivasa Rao, Professor and Director of the Laboratory for Theory and Mathematical Modelling, Medical College of Georgia, USA
2. Prof. B V Ratish Kumar, Professor, Department of Mathematics and Statistics, IIT Kanpur
3. Dr. Prashant Kumar Srivastava, Associate Professor and Head, the Department of Mathematics, IIT Patna
4. Dr. Ritesh Kumar Dubey, Research Associate Professor Department of Mathematics, SRMIST, Chennai
5. Dr. S RV Prasad Bhuvanagiri, Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, School of Advanced Sciences, VIT Vellore
6. Dr. Nitu Kumari, an Associate Professor of Applied Mathematics, IIT Mandi
7. Dr. Jai Prakash Tripathi, Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematics, Central University of Rajasthan
8. Dr. Bapan Ghosh, Assistant Professor, IIT lndore
9. Dr. P. Muthu, Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, NIT Warangal
10. Prof. Mini Ghosh, Professor at the School of Advanced Sciences at the Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai Campus
11. Prof. Sandip Banerjee, Professor, Department of Mathematics, IIT Roorkee
12. Dr. Mohit Kumar Jolly, Assistant Professor from Centre for BioSystems Science and Engineering (BSSE), IISc Bangalore

Best Research Paper Awards: The conference also saw several participants presenting their research papers. The selection was based on the problem’s relevance in the current world scenario, delivery efficiency of the person, clarity of thoughts on their topic, presentation skills, and overall audience appeal. The jury consisted of Dr. P Muthu (NIT Warangal), Dr. B S R V Prasad (VIT Vellore), and Dr. BVK Bhardwaj (SSSIHL). The following were the winners of this competition:

• 1^st prize -Mr. Ritwik Chandra Pandey, SSSIHL
• 2^nd prize- Mr. Viney Kumar, Shiv Nadar Institute of Eminence
• 3^rd prize – Ms. Priyanka N C, NIT, Tiruchirappalli

The event helped harness the power of mathematics and its applications in biology, furthering our understanding of living systems and opening new horizons for addressing critical societal challenges.

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View Book of Abstracts: https://www.sssihl.edu.in/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/NCRTMBTMA-Book-of-Abstracts.pdf

View Schedule https://www.sssihl.edu.in/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/NCRTMBTMA-Schedule-Final.pdf

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Day 1- Morning: https://www.youtube.com/live/aAgZCY-mzk0?si=YS4NuADP-jR4wqvc

Day 1- Afternoon: https://www.youtube.com/live/T4b7qpd2HV4?si=mLZgTHptkkPYfmtd

Day 2- Morning: https://www.youtube.com/live/C31Q2di3G5w?si=8Mx3xoGM71k_iSte

Day 2- Afternoon: https://www.youtube.com/live/WKAIM9JXi1c?si=4hX1dgG6HP9oUIq4

Day 3: https://www.youtube.com/live/fuwXPX8k7BE?si=gDPpW7WKJaFO7xLe