JAIN (Deemed-to-be University)

Bengaluru, 24th April 2026: The Centre of Management Development and Consultancy (CMDC) at JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) conducted a three-day Train-the-Trainer (TTT) programme for Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) from 22nd to 24th April 2026 at its Yelahanka Campus in Bengaluru. The initiative forms part of an ongoing collaboration aimed at strengthening internal training expertise and advancing organisational learning practices.

The programme opened in the presence of senior representatives from both institutions, setting a purposeful tone for the engagement. Designed as an intensive learning journey, the sessions focused on equipping participants with practical tools to design, deliver, and evaluate effective training interventions within their organisation.

Over the three days, participants explored the principles of adult learning and instructional design, while also developing facilitation techniques tailored to diverse learner groups. The structure encouraged active participation, with hands-on exercises, peer discussions, and simulated delivery sessions forming a core part of the experience. This experiential approach allowed participants to move beyond theory, applying frameworks in real-time and refining their training styles through feedback and reflection.

A notable aspect of the programme was the emphasis on engagement strategies and assessment methods. Participants examined how to create interactive learning environments and measure training effectiveness skills that are increasingly vital in dynamic workplace settings such as aviation and infrastructure.

The programme concluded with a valedictory ceremony on 24th April 2026, where participants were awarded Train-the-Trainer certificates in recognition of their learning outcomes and commitment. The cohort demonstrated a strong readiness to translate these insights into impactful training practices within BIAL.

This collaboration highlights the growing importance of industry–academia partnerships in building future-ready workforces. By combining academic expertise with real-world application, initiatives such as this TTT programme contribute to more resilient learning ecosystems and sustained professional development.

Bengaluru, 18th April 2026: Students from Prajñā - The Sanskrit Forum at JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) stepped into the world of ancient knowledge systems during an academic visit to the Manuscript Department at Karnataka Sanskrit University in Chamarajpet on 18 April 2026. The one-day immersive experience brought together traditional scholarship and modern technology, offering participants a rare, hands-on understanding of India’s manuscript heritage.

The visit unfolded as a guided intellectual journey led by Dr Ramakrishnan Bhat, who introduced students to the foundational principles of manuscript studies. Beginning with the structure and precision of the Sanskrit varṇamālā, the session highlighted how linguistic accuracy underpins the preservation of textual authenticity. Students were then taken deeper into the craft of manuscript creation, learning about the preparation of palm leaves, traditional inscription techniques, and the meticulous processes that ensured durability across centuries.
What set the experience apart was its seamless connection between past and present. Alongside discussions on conservation practices such as environmental control and restoration, students were introduced to contemporary digitisation methods. High-resolution scanning, metadata creation, and digital archiving were demonstrated as essential tools in safeguarding fragile texts while making them globally accessible.

The visit was not confined to observation. Participants engaged directly in writing on palm leaves and attempted to read historical manuscripts, gaining first-hand appreciation of the skill, discipline, and interpretative effort involved. These moments transformed abstract concepts into tangible learning, bridging theory with practice.

By the end of the programme, students had developed a clearer understanding of how traditional knowledge systems intersect with emerging fields such as digital humanities. The experience underscored the importance of preserving intellectual heritage while adapting to technological advancements equipping participants with insights relevant not only to Sanskrit studies but also to broader research and archival practices in a rapidly evolving academic landscape.