Srinagar, September 27,2026- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha released a book titled “NEP-2020: A Peek into Ancient Indian Education,” authored by Prof. (Dr.) Raj Shree Dhar, at a function held here today.
The Release
The Lieutenant Governor congratulated the author and the entire team of Triloki Raj Foundation on the occasion, extending his best wishes for their future endeavours. The release marked another milestone in the Foundation’s ongoing efforts to promote awareness and understanding of India’s traditional knowledge systems among students, educators, and the wider public.
About the Book
The book forms part of Triloki Raj Foundation’s broader knowledge initiatives aimed at promoting Indian Knowledge Systems. It examines the rich educational heritage of ancient India, tracing its philosophical and pedagogical roots, and explores how this heritage aligns with the transformative vision outlined in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
Specifically, the book delves into themes central to NEP 2020, including holistic education, multidisciplinary learning, experiential learning, critical thinking, value-based education, research and innovation, and the integration of diverse streams of knowledge. By drawing connections between India’s ancient educational traditions — such as the gurukul system, the emphasis on experiential and value-based learning, and the interdisciplinary nature of classical Indian scholarship — and the modern policy framework, the author positions NEP 2020 not as an entirely new departure but as a reconnection with indigenous educational philosophies that have shaped Indian thought for centuries.
A Contribution to Indian Knowledge Systems
The publication is part of a growing body of literature examining how India’s ancient intellectual traditions can inform and enrich contemporary educational reform. NEP 2020 has placed considerable emphasis on integrating Indian Knowledge Systems into mainstream education, and works like this one are seen as contributing scholarly depth to that effort by bridging historical context with present-day policy goals.
By presenting ancient Indian education not merely as a historical curiosity but as a living framework with continuing relevance, the book aims to offer educators, policymakers, and students a deeper appreciation of the philosophical underpinnings that inform India’s evolving educational landscape.
Those Present
The event was attended by several distinguished individuals associated with the Triloki Raj Foundation and allied fields. Among those present were Dr. Manorama Bakshi, Founder & Director, Triloki Raj Foundation; Er. Patanjali Dhar, Co-Founder & Director, Triloki Raj Foundation; Dr. Rajendra Dhar, Professor and Head, Department of General Medicine, NIMS, Jaipur; and Shri Ashok Dhar, Clinical Pathologist.
Their presence underscored the collaborative and multidisciplinary spirit behind the Foundation’s initiatives, bringing together voices from academia, medicine, and cultural scholarship in support of a project centred on education and heritage.
About Triloki Raj Foundation
Triloki Raj Foundation has been active in undertaking knowledge-based initiatives that aim to document, preserve, and promote India’s traditional systems of learning. The release of this book adds to a growing portfolio of work by the Foundation focused on strengthening public engagement with Indian Knowledge Systems, particularly in the context of ongoing educational reforms under NEP 2020.
Significance of the Occasion
The Lieutenant Governor’s participation in the release lends institutional recognition to the Foundation’s efforts and reflects continued official interest in initiatives that connect India’s educational past with its policy future. Such engagements are often seen as encouraging further scholarship and public discourse around the integration of traditional knowledge systems into modern curricula.
Looking Ahead
With the release of “NEP-2020: A Peek into Ancient Indian Education,” Triloki Raj Foundation is expected to continue its knowledge-dissemination initiatives, potentially expanding into further publications, seminars, or public engagement programmes centred on Indian educational heritage. The book is likely to serve as a resource for educators and policymakers seeking a historically grounded perspective on the principles driving NEP 2020’s implementation across the country.
