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As we approach the year 2030, the world is changing at an unprecedented pace. From advancements in technology to the rise of globalization, these changes have transformed the way we work, communicate, and learn. In this context, the idea of Vision 2030 is gaining traction as a way to prepare for the future and chart a course for growth and development. One of the most important aspects of Vision 2030 is expanding the boundaries of education, skill, and employability. Education is the cornerstone of progress and development. It provides individuals with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in the modern world. However, the traditional approach to education has not kept up with the pace of change. The focus on rote learning and standardized testing has left many students ill-prepared for the challenges of the future. In order to expand the boundaries of education, skill and employability we need to rethink the way we teach and learn. It is the need of the hour to propel discussions among the education leaders, industry experts and the government to form a roadmap with the Vision 2030 to expand the boundaries of education, skill, and employability. ArdorComm Media Group, one of India’s fastest-growing media companies, is here to explore the possibilities for educational innovation, future trends, and the state of the education sector in order to prompt significant discussions & deliberations among key stakeholders in education, technology, and government. As the nature of work changes, so too do the skills required to succeed. We need to create training programs that teach the skills that are in high demand, such as data analysis, coding, and digital marketing. These programs need to be accessible to all, regardless of their background or economic status. In addition, we need to rethink the way we measure employability. The traditional approach of using degrees and certifications as the sole criteria for hiring is outdated. Instead, we need to focus on skills and experience. Expanding the boundaries of education, skill, and employability is not a simple task. It requires a concerted effort and brainstorming from governments, educators and the industry. How can we create alternative pathways to employment, such as apprenticeships, internships, and skills-based assessments, that focus on skills and experience rather than degrees and certifications? What role do policymakers, educators, and industry play in expanding the boundaries of education, skill, and employability, and how can they collaborate to create effective strategies and solutions? How can we ensure that expanding the boundaries of education, skill, and employability is accessible to all individuals, regardless of their background or economic status? To address these issues and discuss the desideratum in the School & Higher education sector, ArdorComm Media Group, is coming up with: New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu on 28th April 2023. (#ELSAChennai | #ELSATamilNadu) About New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023 #ELSAChennai #ELSATamilNadu :- After consecutive five grand success of ArdorComm ELSA series, “New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards”. We are pleased to announce yet another journey of NEW NORMAL – ELSA series in Chennai, Tamil Nadu on 28th April 2023. The Summit theme of ELSA Chennai, Tamil Nadu will focus on “Vision 2030: Expanding Boundaries of Education, Skill and Employability” We have kept ‘Chennai’ as the host city for our flagship event ‘New Normal- Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’. The education sector plays a crucial role in the growth and development of any country, and Chennai has emerged as an important hub for education in India. With its world-class institutions, well-established schools, affordable education, vibrant student community, and emerging EdTech ecosystem, Chennai offers a unique and dynamic environment for learning and innovation. From the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras to the vibrant startup ecosystem, Chennai is home to a diverse range of educational institutions and initiatives that are shaping the future of education in India and beyond. Whether you are a student, educator, or entrepreneur, Chennai offers a wealth of opportunities for learning, collaboration, and growth in the education sector. The literacy rate in Tamil Nadu has seen an increasing trend with 80.09 percent as per latest population census. Of that, male literacy stands at 86.77 percent while female literacy is at 73.44 percent. Cities like Chennai, Coimbatore, Vellore & Trichy (Tiruchirappalli) represents India’s topmost educational institutes, industries, and career destinations. Hence, Tamil Nadu is considered to be one of the most literate states in India. ArdorComm Media is proud to announce the upcoming Education Leadership Summit and Awards 2023 in Chennai, which promises to be an exciting and informative event for educators, administrators, policymakers, and industry leaders alike. The Education Conclave will feature a range of thought-provoking sessions where attendees will have the opportunity to engage in lively discussions, get to know about the new age technology in education, and hear from keynote speakers on the latest trends and developments in education. This education conference will witness a congregation of leaders from apex government bodies, academicians and educators from universities, colleges, engineering institutes, B-schools, K-12 & pre-schools, experts from corporate, EdTech companies & start-ups. The scope of this education summit extends to deliberating, showcasing and presenting the best and next practices in pre-school, school, higher, skill and technical education. The event will celebrate the success stories of all educators who have been continuously working for the betterment of the current teaching-learning scenario. In addition, the summit will also feature the Higher Education Awards, School Education Awards, EdTech Awards and Startup Awards, which will recognize and celebrate outstanding educators, administrators, and entrepreneurs who have made significant contributions to their respective fields. These awards provide a platform for emerging and established leaders in education to showcase their innovative ideas and receive recognition for their contribution to the education sector. About the ArdorComm Media – Education Leadership Awards 2023 :- The Prestigious ArdorComm Media – Education Leadership Awards 2023 aims to acknowledge Preschools, Schools, Higher Education Institutions, EdTech and Startups who have been tirelessly and

Any organization’s performance depends greatly on its human resources (HR). The most significant asset of the company is its workforce, which HR is in charge of managing. The success of an organization depends on the engagement and productivity of its employees. In this blog, we will explore the importance of employee engagement in HR and how it impacts an organization. What is Employee Engagement? Employee engagement refers to the level of commitment, involvement, and motivation that employees have towards their job and the organization. Engaged employees are enthusiastic about their work, committed to the organization’s goals, and willing to go the extra mile to achieve them. They are more productive, creative, and willing to take initiative, which leads to higher job satisfaction and retention rates. Why is Employee Engagement Important? Employee engagement is essential for the success of an organization for several reasons: Increased Productivity: Engaged employees are more productive, and they take ownership of their work. They are willing to go the extra mile to achieve the organization’s goals, which leads to increased productivity and better results. Improved Retention Rates: Engaged employees are more likely to stay with the organization for a more extended period. This helps the organization to save money on recruitment and training costs. Better Customer Service: Employees that are engaged are more likely to deliver superior customer service. They are passionate about what they do, which results in more client loyalty and satisfaction. Enhanced Innovation: Engaged employees are more creative and willing to take risks. They come up with innovative ideas that can help the organization to stay ahead of the competition. How to Improve Employee Engagement? Improving employee engagement is not a one-time event; it is an ongoing process that requires a sustained effort from the organization. Here are a few suggestions for improving employee engagement: Provide Opportunities for Growth: Employees want to feel that they are progressing in their careers. Providing opportunities for growth, such as training and development programs, can help employees feel valued and engaged. Recognize and Reward: Recognizing and rewarding employees for their achievements can boost their morale and motivation. It shows them that their efforts are appreciated and can encourage them to continue performing at a high level. Encourage Collaboration: Encouraging collaboration among employees can create a sense of community and belonging. It can also help to foster creativity and innovation. Provide a Positive Work Environment: Creating a positive work environment can improve employee engagement. This includes factors such as work-life balance, fair compensation, and a supportive culture. Conclusion Employee engagement is crucial for the success of an organization. Engaged employees are more productive, creative, and committed to the organization’s goals. HR plays a critical role in improving employee engagement by providing opportunities for growth, recognizing and rewarding achievements, encouraging collaboration, and creating a positive work environment. By focusing on employee engagement, organizations can create a culture that attracts and retains top talent, which ultimately leads to better business outcomes. The author, Pratik Ghosh is associated with ArdorComm Media

ArdorComm Media Group (A Media Start-up) hosted the ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ as the 1st & Biggest ‘Physical Event’ in Kolkata, West Bengal on 23rd February 2023. ELSA Kolkata was the fifth successful event of the NEW NORMAL – ELSA series. The Summit’s theme focused on “Re-defining Education & 21st Century Skills in New-Normal”. The symposium brought together Pre-school, School & Higher Education Leaders, Innovators, Policymakers and Edtech Experts, to discuss the challenges and opportunities in the education sector in the post-pandemic world. The Knowledge forum witnessed who’s who from government, pre-schools, schools, universities, colleges, engineering institutes, B-schools, skill institutions, and experts from corporate, EdTech companies & education startups. Deliberating, showcasing & presenting best & next practices in school, higher, skill and technical education. The event celebrated the success stories of all educators who have been continuously working for the betterment of the current teaching-learning scenario. Chandan Anand, Founder, CEO & Group Editor of ArdorComm Media Group, emphasized on the event theme saying, “The new normal has forced us to re-think education and prioritize the development of 21st-century skills. Digital literacy, critical thinking, collaboration, communication, creativity, and innovation are all essential skills that students need to succeed in the rapidly changing world. By teaching these skills, we can prepare students for the challenges of the future and ensure that they are equipped with the tools they need to thrive in the 21st century. It is essential that we embrace this shift and focus on developing these skills to build a better future for our students and society as a whole.” The Presenting Partner of the event was LinkedIn, Powered by Partner was Collegedunia, Gold Partner              of the summit was KALOREX, Silver Partner was ERP LOGIC | SAP Partner. The Acoustics Partner    of the event was KNAUF CEILING Solutions, Banking Partner was IDFC FIRST Bank, Admission Automation Partner was ExtraaEdge, Credential Partner was Truscholar, Digital Assessment Partner was Offee, Communication Partner was Superbot. The School partner of the summit was Birla Open Mind. The Associate Partners of the event were Q&I, DigitalEd, Opendoor & Hiremee. The Eminent Speakers who inaugurated session were, Dr. Manjula Pooja Shroff, MD and CEO, Kalorex Group, Ahmedabad, Gujarat; Dr. Amitava Datta, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Jadavpur University, Kolkata, West Bengal; Arti Dwivedi, Account Director & Regional Head – Academic & Government, LinkedIn; Dr. Naveen Das, Vice Chancellor (Officiating) & Pro Vice-Chancellor, Adamas University, Kolkata, West Bengal; Prof. (Dr.) Parthasarathi Chakraborthy, Group CEO, MCKV Group (MCKV Institute of Engineering and other units), Howrah, West Bengal Dr. Manjula Pooja Shroff launched her Book, “Success Mantras and Musings – Edupreneur Dr. Manjula Pooja Shroff” and spoke about it in a Fireside chat with Chandan Anand, Founder, CEO & Group Editor, ArdorComm Media Group at ‘ArdorComm NEW NORMAL- Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’. The Eminent Panel Speakers representing the schools, higher education and industry were, Anantha Krishnan B, CEO- Operations, Kalorex Group, Ahmedabad, Gujarat; Dr. Shahnaz Ahmed, Chairman & Founder Principal, Springdale Senior Secondary School, Jorhat, Assam; Amitava Datta, Founder, Marias Day School, Howrah, West Bengal; Arup Mukhopadhyay, Director, Unacco Group of School, Imphal, Manipur; Amit Bhajla, Founder and Chairman, Taurian World School, Ranchi, Jharkhand; Akash Gautam, Academic Head, Q&I and Thomson Digital; Dr. Naveen Das, Vice Chancellor (Officiating) & Pro Vice-Chancellor, Adamas University, Kolkata, West Bengal; Prof. (Dr.) Parthasarathi Chakraborthy, Group CEO, MCKV Group (MCKV Institute of Engineering and other units), Howrah, West Bengal; Meghdut Roy Chowdhury,  Executive Director and Chief Innovation Officer, Techno India University, Kolkata, West Bengal; Prof. Supriya Pattanayak, Vice Chancellor, Centurion University of Technolgy and Management, Bhubneshwar, Odisha; Maj Gen VS Ranade, Director, Kolkata, West Bengal; Arti Dwivedi, Account Director & Regional Head – Academic & Government, LinkedIn; Dr. Mohuya Das, Principal, Greater Kolkata College of Engineering & Management, Kolkata, West Bengal; Prof. B. Ghosh, Vice Chancellor, The Neotia University, Kolkata, West Bengal; Govind Narayan Singh, Secretary, Deo Mangal Memorial Trust, Gopal Narayan Singh University, Rohtas, Bihar; Viswajeet Biswal, Zonal Head, Collegedunia; Pravesh Dudani, MD, Madhvi Foundation; Col. Soumyabrata Chakraborty, Registrar, Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani; Prof.(Dr.) Raman Kumar Jha, Former Vice Chancellor, Amity University, Ranchi; Prof.(Dr.) Satyajit Chakrabarti, Director, Institute of Engineering & Management, Kolkata; Dr. G V Subramanian, Director, Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan, Kolkata, West Bengal; Rajesh Surana, CEO, Magnus Global School, Burdwan, West Bengal; Sutapa Nandi, Director, Olivia Enlightened English School, Siliguri, West Bengal; Gaurav Dadhich, General Manager – Sales & Marketing, Birla Open Minds, Mumbai, Maharashtra. The industry presentations were given by Vikas Mehrotra, Territory Manager- East, Bangladesh & Bhutan, Knauf Ceiling Solutions; Arti Dwivedi, Account Director & Regional Head – Academic & Government, LinkedIn; Phillip Samuel Babu.S, Head Higher Education Skilling India & Subcontinent, SAP India; Abhishek Ballabh, Co-Founder, ExtraaEdge; CA Mayur Zanwar, Co-Founder, TruScholar; Subha Mahata, Associate Director – Institution Sales | HireMee. The Prestigious ArdorComm Education Leadership Awards 2023 aimed to acknowledge those Individuals, Educational Institutions, EdTech & Startups who have been tirelessly and fiercely working for the betterment of the Education Community. Key Discussion Points of ‘ArdorComm New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ #ELSAKolkata #ELSAWestBengal :-    How can exposure to New Age Technologies help in fostering Experiential Learning Pedagogy? Research-based Learning, Skill Development and Multidisciplinary Approach: A Robust eco-system in HEIs How can ICT & Upskilling play a key role in Holistic Development for Learners? Bridging the Urban-Rural Digital Divide Through Mobilizing Technology Key Highlights of ‘ArdorComm New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ #ELSAKolkata #ELSAWestBengal :-    Day:1 Sessions: 5+ Speakers: 50+ Schools: 75+ Government Dignitaries: 10+ Higher Education: 100+ Edtech Startups: 25+ Corporate: 25+ ArdorComm New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023, Kolkata, West Bengal was an important knowledge-sharing platform of the education community that cared deeply about imparting education and making teaching-learning process smoother and accessible to all. It highlighted a glimpse of the pre-school, school & higher education fraternity comprising India’s top educators, innovators, and dignitaries who came together to share their best practices and views. Let’s vow to be the game-changers

The Union Budget 2023-24 was presented by the Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman on 1st February. The Industry leaders from the Education and Healthcare sector share their views and reaction to the Budget with ArdorComm Media. Dr. Madhu Chitkara, Pro-Chancellor, Chitkara University, Punjab shares her views on Budget 2023 with the following pointers: Union Budget 2023 with clear focus on research and upskilling set the ball rolling. We welcome step of establishing national digital library for children and adolescents for covering learning loss during pandemic. Recruitment of 38,800 teachers and support staff for the 740 model Eklavya Model Residential Schools which are serving 3.5 lakh tribal students will bring them into mainstream and strengthen nation’s commitment to social equality. Mention of Teacher Training, Capacity Building and Culture of Reading are the newest and welcoming steps for education sector. 30 Skill Indian International Centres, Industry players to partner with educational institutions will strengthen “Make in India” initiative. Launching new three centres of excellence for artificial intelligence is not the only reform needed. Access and Outreach of these centres to all kinds of HEIs will determine its success. Rupak Barua, Group CEO, AMRI Hospitals; Chairman, CII Healthcare Committee (Eastern Region), and President, Association of Hospitals of Eastern India says, “The Union Budget 2023, presented by Union Finance Minister Ms Nirmala Sitharaman on 1st February, has mostly been a positive and balanced budget for the healthcare sector, addressing some crucial areas like research & development, skills training, raising awareness of a hitherto ignored disease like sickle cell anaemia, stress on nutrition, and a focus on large scale digitalization, among other things. The Budget outlay pointed at a willingness on part of the Government to plan a roadmap in the right direction that will eventually benefit the country’s healthcare sector. While the increased budgetary allocation of over 13 percent is expected to help develop better healthcare infrastructure, both in terms of instrumentation and human resources, a stress on R&D, and the understanding to allow research in the PPP mode will largely help in reaching India’s millennium goals. However, the sector had expected some tax break for medical devices, and would have welcomed a reconsideration of GST imposition on beds at private hospital above a certain tariff, since these would go a long way to relieve the burden of high medical bills on the common man. Also, some provisions to help in proliferating the scope and awareness of health insurance would have also been an even more positive move, since this would help reduce out-of-pocket expenditure for patients.” Kanak Gupta, Group Director, Seth M.R. Jaipuria Schools shares his reaction to the Budget by saying, “Hon’ble Finance Minister has taken a leaf out of Schools’ books: she continues to present the budget paperless, completely digital. This was perhaps a tip of the hat to millions of teachers who shifted to in-person education of children when the pandemic struck: from face-to-face at School building to face-to-device, and now in a phygital manner, trying to make the best of both worlds. Delighted to hear about quantitatively strengthening of schools and Higher-ed The first Budget proposed under Amrit Kaal is revolutionary in many ways and encompasses 3 major themes: care, green, and digital. Again, a theme which concurs with most Schools where there has been impetus on SDG (Sustainable development goals), SEL (socio-emotional learning) and 21st century skills with focus on digital. I do believe that we have capabilities in the country to provide learning & development of the highest level, at par with anywhere in the world. Glad that FM spoke about upskilling of teachers, the most essential element of the pedagogical interactions at Schools. There is spending in this Budget. We require that. I had said recently that it would take a brave FM to outlay 6% of GDP to education. Notably, this is the highest allocation granted to the ministry ever. School Education Department’s outlay stands at ₹68,804.85 crore, while the Higher Education Department has been allocated ₹44,094.62 crore, a positive step, and hopefully we’ll come close to the desired spending levels. Even to meet the requirements as laid out in the NEP2020, there is infrastructure required. For sustainability and growth, there are investments required. Being the year that was with the schools just coming out of pandemic, uncertainty looming large and schools progressively marching towards Next-Gen learning, there have been massive expenses and even greater revenue losses. The strange stance taken by certain segments of society not paying fees has hurt millions of educators and schools whose livelihood depends on the fees payment by parents. The Indian education system has always complained about the non-availability of quality teachers. The current impetus on recruiting a large number of teachers and creating a sustainable teachers’ training programme equipping them with multilateral skills will go a long way in improving the quality of education in Indian schools. Focus on culture of reading is a game changer, and a nod to the emerging AI tools with ‘Make AI work for India’. Nationwide apprenticeship program, PMKVY 4.0 will empower and inspire countless young people. I was hoping for greater collaborations of Government with private players, focus on governance, and ease of running that will be beneficial to the sector. Perhaps skilling focus is a step in the right direction with more to come. I am a strong believer that the future of the country is knowledge-led, technology-enabled, with more and more communication in vernacular languages. Most of the good, some of the expectations lacking, but an aspirational budget with focus on growth. Greater collaborations with private players, focus on governance, and ease of running is beneficial to the sector. Overall, a 7.5/10 budget, plus brownie points for the FM for focus on reading, upskilling, and AI!” Dr. Prabhat Ranjan, Vice Chancellor, D Y Patil International University (DYPIU), Akurdi, Pune says, “We are in the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and it has now moved from the hands of experts to common people with generative AI e.g ChatGPT. I am happy

By Pratik Ghosh The Union Budget 2023 is going to be presented by the Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1. There is a lot of expectations and anticipations for this budget across the nation. Moreover its going to be the last full budget of the present government before 2024 elections. Here’s an insight on what the education leaders are expecting from this year’s Budget. Kanak Gupta, Group Director, Seth M.R. Jaipuria Schools shares his expectations from the budget especially on the education sector by saying, “I’ve always believed that it would take a very strong-willed finance minister to have 6% of GDP for education. The objective of quality education is to increase the pace of sustainable economic development of the nation. Generally, education is linked with the professional career of the students. For quality of education to be enhanced, there is spending required in the Budget towards upskilling of educators, beyond the mandatory usage of technology tools. Perhaps INR 1200 Crores needs to be earmarked for this. Even to meet the requirements as laid out in the NEP2020, there is infrastructure required. Quality higher education can be imparted only if the appropriate changes are made in curriculum, pedagogy and assessment of school education. Many of the education institutes have already introduced outcome-based education system. These require processes, systems and training. For sustainability and growth, there are investments required, and we hope at least doubling of the investment promised for education over the last year, as we are coming into mainstream and hybrid learning after two years. Education services are burdened with taxation and ease needs to be provided there with reduction of GST, or gaining input credit. I am a strong believer that the future of the country is knowledge-led, technology-enabled, with more and more communication in vernacular languages. I am hoping for allocation of INR 50,000 crores to promote R&D to spur innovation, and efforts to make available all documents in major Indian languages is desired. I am hoping for greater collaborations of Government with private players, focus on governance, and ease of running that will be beneficial to the sector.” Dr. Manjula Pooja Shroff, MD, Kalorex Group says, “Since education is a key development sector, we have huge expectations from the upcoming budget. It should address the core aspects of education with a view to enhance quality of learning, improve teacher professional skills, build robust infrastructure, and promote skill development. Today, education systems continue to face challenges on how to effectively support learning in the current context and overall student development in an increasingly challenging world. We urge the government to focus on expanding access to education and technology, particularly in rural and underserved areas. India’s education sector needs higher budget allocation for the segment, special tax incentives, and enabling a conducive environment for digital learning. The announcement of new schemes to promote teacher upskilling, effective implementation of NEP 2020, and achieving its objectives will also go a long way in ensuring quality and affordable education across the country. Multiple policy reforms are required from an education and up-skilling perspective to achieve this vision. GST exemption on the supply of goods (including TVs/tablets for digital education, currently @28% GST) and services (used for teaching and learning applications and content, currently @18% GST) to educational institutions and intermediaries can reduce the overall cost that is currently passed on to schools and parents. This will make goods and services for education more affordable, and will foster the implementation of NEP across the country. GST exemption on printing of school textbooks will make these books more affordable for low-income parents. The budget allocation towards the education sector was only 2.6 per cent of the total funding, with Rs 40828.35 crore set aside for higher education, while a fund of Rs 63449.37 was granted for school education, It should be increased as the school education is pillar of the nation. By law, educational institutions are not public entities and cannot operate solely for profit-making. They are not allowed to have large surpluses, as they are not intended to generate profit for shareholders or owners. Allow Public investment in education sector with better opportunity to reduce tax burden and growth for India for better qualities. Through these nationally and making them centrally available to institutions will go a long way in transforming the education ecosystem and making international learning resources accessible. The current National Education Policy (NEP) of India recognises the role of education in the country’s economic growth. It is a progressive and visionary policy for building a sustainable higher education ecosystem in India. Government should envisage a framework that promotes the collaboration of startups with government agencies. Dr. Niyati Chitkara, Director, Chitkara International School, Chandigarh & Panchkula shares her views by saying, “Education plays a paramount role in a country’s development and growth. For the same, the National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020) was framed to overhaul education system and it is being followed in our country rigorously. A country’s higher literacy rate leads to a lower unemployment rate and greater GDP growth. Therefore, the allocation towards educational sector under Union Budget 2023 is being awaited with bated breath. Listed hereunder are the expectations from the said budget- Increased allocation of funds towards education to enhance its development and quality. Reforms for improving the overall education system, making it more accessible and inclusive. Emphasis on the integration of technology and digital education for better delivery of education. Support for research and innovation in the field of education. Policies for teacher training and development to ensure a highly skilled workforce. Adequate provisions for infrastructure development in educational institutions. Introduction of tax incentives for companies that invest in education-related CSR activities. Reduction in GST on education services to democratize education and increase reach among students, especially those who cannot afford quality education. Focus on bridging the gap between urban and rural education by providing support to disadvantaged students. Increase in budget allocation for vocational training programs to bridge the skills gap

The goal of a 21st century education is to equip students with the knowledge and abilities necessary to thrive in the modern world while also fostering in them the self-assurance to put those knowledge and abilities into practise. With so much information at their fingertips, 21st century skills are more focused on making sense of it, sharing it, and using it wisely. A comprehensive 21st century education also requires digital integration, yet merely incorporating technology into the classroom will not suffice it. To benefit students, technology must be strategically deployed. This can frequently entail being open to the possibilities given rather than attempting to educate and prescribe the usage of specific programmes because students are becoming more adept users of technology even as they enrol in school for the first time. It is essential to redefine education and the 21st century skills in the New Normal by putting an emphasis on extending the frontiers of knowledge, skill, and employability in order to make students adaptable and in line with industry needs. The ArdorComm Media Group, one of India’s fastest-growing media companies, is here to explore the possibilities for educational innovation, future trends, and the state of the education sector in order to prompt significant discussions & deliberations among key stakeholders in education, technology, and government. With the use of engaging tools and topics that are relevant to their lives, technology has the potential to give students new ways to hone their problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills, transfer them to various contexts, reflect on their own thinking and that of their peers, practise clearing up their misunderstandings, and collaborate with peers. There are numerous such instances of web-based forums where students and their classmates from different countries can communicate, share, debate, and exchange knowledge. But how to implement this internationalization of education or foster the experiential learning pedagogy? How to bring innovation in the teaching learning process in Schools and HEIs? To address these issues and discuss the desideratum in the School & Higher education sector, ArdorComm Media Group, is coming up with: New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023 in Kolkata, West Bengal on 23rd February 2023. (#ELSAKolkata | #ELSAWestBengal) About “New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023” #ELSAKolkata #ELSAWestBengal :- After consecutive four grand success of ArdorComm ELSA series, “New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards”. We are pleased to announce yet another journey of NEW NORMAL – ELSA series in the ‘City of Joy’, Kolkata, West Bengal. The Summit theme of ELSA Kolkata, West Bengal will focus on “Re-defining Education & 21st Century Skills in New-Normal”. We have kept ‘Kolkata’, the ‘City of Joy’ as the host city for our flagship event ‘New Normal- Education Leadership Summit & Awards’ #ELSAKolkata #ELSAWestBengal. It is also considered to be the cultural capital of India. It is the primary business, commercial, and financial hub of Eastern India and the main port of communication for North-East India. It has always been the centre of education, not only in West Bengal, but also across the country. Many cities of Eastern India have played a pioneering role in the development of the modern education system in India. This region has long been a hub of education and culture, a region that enriches many academic institutes of global repute, a land where Nobel laureates have their roots. It is represented by states like West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand and Sikkim, and also The Seven Sisters of India referring to the north-east states of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura. Ample resources, adequate infrastructure, research facilities, meritorious students, and excellent teachers & faculty encourage the necessity of digital investments & collaboration opportunities in this region of India. This symposium will witness a congregation of leaders from apex government bodies, academicians and educators from universities, colleges, engineering institutes, B-schools, K-12 & pre-schools, experts from corporate, EdTech companies & start-ups. The scope of the event extends to deliberating, showcasing and presenting the best and next practices in pre-school, school, higher, skill and technical education. The event will celebrate the success stories of all educators who have been continuously working for the betterment of the current teaching-learning scenario. The Prestigious ArdorComm Media – Education Leadership Awards 2023 aim to acknowledge Preschools, Schools, Higher Education Institutions, EdTech and Startups who have been tirelessly and fiercely working for the betterment of the Education Community. ArdorComm Media – Education Leadership Awards 2023 will recognize the best contributions in academia. Prestigious ArdorComm Media – Education Leadership Awards 2023 invites nominations from individual and organisations from 5 main categories: Preschool, Schools, Higher Education, EdTech Corporate & Startups. Key Discussion Points of ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’ #ELSAKolkata #ELSAWestBengal :- Panel Topics for School: What is the importance of a personalised and inclusive learning space? What is technological upskilling and how it can benefit learners? How can we bring innovation in the subject matter for internalisation of the curriculum? How to enhance the teaching-learning process for development of student’s emotional & social intelligence skills? Panel Topics for HE: What is the importance of transnational programmes in the internationalization of higher education? How can a multidisciplinary and holistic approach towards education aide in better employability outcomes of students? How can gamification of education with AI, ML, Big data, revolutionize the teaching learning process in HEIs? How can fostering experiential learning pedagogy benefit the new age learners? Key Highlights for #ELSAKolkata #ELSAWestBengal :- Day: 1 Sessions: 5+ Speakers: 50+ Schools: 80+ Government dignitaries: 10+ Higher education: 80+ Edtech startups: 25+ Corporate: 25+ ArdorComm ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2023’, #ELSAKolkata #ELSAWestBengal awaits your response to collaborate with many more leading stakeholders from different education and tech sectors. The Prestigious Ardorcomm Media – Education Leadership Awards 2023 aims to acknowledge those individuals, educational institutions, EdTech companies & Startups that have played a key role in transforming the teaching, learning and employability outcomes. Join this Exclusive Physical Education Conclave and be a part of a community that cares deeply about imparting education. Witness the

ArdorComm Media Group (A Media Start-up) hosted the ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2022’ as the 1st & Biggest ‘Physical Event’ in Jaipur, Rajasthan on 16th & 17th December 2022. ELSA Rajasthan was the fourth successful event of the NEW NORMAL – ELSA series. The Summit’s theme focused on “Re-defining Education & 21st Century Skills in New-Normal”. This Knowledge forum invited Pre-school, School & Higher Education Leaders, Innovators and Edtech Experts to share their experiences, ideas and accomplishments which have helped the growth of the education community during the tough times of COVID-19 pandemic. The two-day conclave witnessed who’s who from government, pre-schools, schools, universities, colleges, engineering institutes, B-schools and skill institutions, and experts from corporate, EdTech companies & education startups. Deliberating, showcasing & presenting best & next practices in school, higher, skill and technical education. The event celebrated the success stories of all educators who have been continuously working for the betterment of the current teaching-learning scenario. Chandan Anand, Founder, CEO & Group Editor of ArdorComm Media Group, emphasized on the event theme saying, “In order to make students adaptable and in line with industry needs, it is crucial to reinvent school and higher education in the context of the 21st century workplace by putting an emphasis on extending the boundaries of knowledge, skill, and employability. It is obvious that education is needed to prepare the next generation for the creation, deployment, and ethical use of technology. In addition, students in the twenty-first century need to learn how to develop and use their creativity as well as how to speak properly and critically. The Gold Partner for the event was Kalorex Group, Silver Partner was Knauf ceiling solutions. upGrad Campus was the Skilling Partner          of the summit; the Integrated School Technology Partner was Teachmint. Digital Assessment Partner was Offee. The Credential Partner of the event was TruScholar; Digital Campus Partner was CollPoll and the Academic Partner was Millennium Education. The Associate Partners of the summit were, Anthology, Chrysaalis I Maths India Pvt Ltd, DigitalEd, Extraaedge, JODO, Phando, SAS, VdoCipher. The important guests, eminent speakers, experts, academicians & educators from pre-schools, schools, universities, engineering institutions, B-schools, EdTech & education startups who graced the event with their presence on both days at ‘ArdorComm New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2022, Jaipur, Rajasthan were: – Day 1 (School Education): The Eminent Guest Speakers were, Damodar Prasad Goyal, Founder President, Society for Unaided Private Schools of Rajasthan; Lata Rawat, Director, Cambridge Court Group of Schools and Dr. Manjula Pooja Shroff, MD and CEO, Kalorex Group. Dr. Manjula Pooja Shroff launched her Book, “Success Mantras and Musings – Edupreneur Dr. Manjula Pooja Shroff” and spoke about it in a Fireside chat with Chandan Anand, Founder, CEO & Group Editor, ArdorComm Media Group at ‘ArdorComm NEW NORMAL- Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2022’. The Eminent Panel Speakers were Anantha Krishnan B, CEO- Operations, Kalorex Group, Ahmedabad, Gujarat; Kanak Gupta, Director, Seth M. R. Jaipuria Schools; Hema Harchandani, Founder & Managing Director, Canvas International Group of School, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Geetika Bahuguna, COO (Services), Millennium Education Group; Sneha Rathor, CEO, Sanfort Group of Schools; Dr. Harshita Sharma, Founder & Director, Brainstorm International, Pune; Neetu Sharma, Founder and Principal, Million Miracle Pre-School, Jaipur; Anshita Gupta, Early Childhood Expert, Founder – Sun India Pre-School, Jaipur; Sandhyarani Patil, President, JOY kids Care & JOY Public School Bidar, Jai Bhavani Education & Welfare Society, Bidar; Sudhakar Joshi, Head – Marketing and Client Servicing, Chrysaalis I-Math India Pvt Ltd; Sir Kuldeep Surolia, Founder, Sorsfort Group of Schools, Bengaluru, Karnataka; Mahesh Choudhary, Chairman, Mayur Children Senior Secondary School, Badu Nagaur, Hukampura, Rajasthan; Mukesh Kumar Morya, Director, Safalta Sr. Secondary School, Baran, Rajasthan; Seema Sehajpal, Dharav Public School, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Dr. Sarita V. Singh, Director cum Principal, RPS International School, Behror, Rajasthan; Anil Mukhija, Principal, Raj International School, Rewari, Haryana; Dr. Abhishek Sharma, Principal, Sharada International School, Latur, Maharashtra; Geeta Solapurkar, Principal, Jaipuria Vidyalaya, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Indira Singh, Principal, Vivek Techno School, Jaipur, Rajasthan. The industry presentations of Day 1 were given by Arindam Banerjee, Manager sales – Delhi & Rajasthan, Knauf Ceiling Solutions; Shefali Gupta, Human Resources Manager, Phando. Day 2 (Higher Education): The eminent guest speakers were, Prof. (Dr.) H.L. Verma, President (Vice Chancellor), Jagannath University, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Prof. (Dr.) Arvind Kumar Agrawal, President (Vice Chancellor), Nirwan University, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Prof. Amit Jain, President (Vice Chancellor), Amity University, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Dr. Vinod Bhardwaj, Associate Professor, Dept. of College Education, Govt. of Rajasthan, Jaipur, Rajasthan. The Eminent Panel Speakers were, Dr. Prabhat Pankaj, Director, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Prof. (Dr.) Padmakali Banerjee, President, Sir Padmapat Singhania University, Udaipur, Rajasthan; Prof. Amit Jain, President (Vice Chancellor), Amity University, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Dr. Arvind Agrawal, President, Arya Group of Colleges, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Prof. (Dr.) Arvind Kumar Agrawal, President (Vice Chancellor), Nirwan University, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Prof. Dr. V. K. Dewadi, Pro-President, Dr. K. N. Modi University, Niwai, Rajasthan; Prof.(Dr.) Abhay Kumar, Vice Chancellor, Pratap University, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Amit Mahensaria, CEO, upGrad Campus; Prof (Dr.) Ankit Gandhi, Pro Vice Chancellor, University of Technology, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Dr. Indrajeet Singhvi, President, Sai Tirupati University, Udaipur, Rajasthan; Prof. (Dr.) Vijay Singh Rathore, Chairman, Shree Kkarni Universe College, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Naman Kandoi, CEO, Global Institute of Technology, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Prof. Dr. Biswajoy Chatterjee, Vice Chancellor, University of Engineering & Management, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Dr. Vinod Bhardwaj, Associate Professor, Dept. of College Education, Govt. of Rajasthan, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Rajendra Singh, Senior Business Leader, CollPoll; Dr. O.P. Gupta, Pro- Vice Chancellor, Shridhar University, Pilani, Rajasthan; Prof. (Dr.) Pramod K. Raghav, President, Jayoti Vidyapeet Women’s University, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Dr. Ajay Singh Rathore, President (Vice Chancellor), Shyam University, Dausa, Rajasthan; Prof. Krishna Kant Dave, President, Pacific Academy of Higher Education & Research (PAHER), Udaipur, Rajasthan; Dr. P. R. Sodani, President, IIHMR University, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Prof. (Dr.) Ravi K. Goyal, Chairman, Indian Institute of Materials Management, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Amit Shah, Founder, Offee; Dr. Sandeep Tomar, Registrar, Bhartiya Skill Development University, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Dr. Shraddha Arya, Director, Rajasthan College of Engineering for women, Jaipur, Rajasthan; Prof.

ArdorComm Media Group (A Media Start-up) hosted the ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2022’ as the 1st & Biggest ‘Physical Event’ in Ahmedabad, Gujarat on 14th & 15th October 2022. ELSA Gujarat was the third successful event of the NEW NORMAL – ELSA series. We’re now eying on the fourth one which is the ELSA Jaipur, Rajasthan scheduled to be held on 25th & 26th November, 2022. The Summit’s theme focused on “Re-imagining Education in 21st Century Workplace: Expanding boundaries of Education, Skill and Employability.” This Knowledge forum invited Pre-school, School & Higher Education Leaders, Innovators and Edtech Experts to share their experiences, ideas and accomplishments which have helped the growth of the education community during the tough times of COVID-19 pandemic. The two-day conclave witnessed who’s who from government, pre-schools, schools, universities, colleges, engineering institutes, B-schools and skill institutions, and experts from corporate, EdTech companies & education startups. Deliberating, showcasing & presenting best & next practices in school, higher, skill and technical education. The event celebrated the success stories of all educators who have been continuously working for the betterment of the current teaching-learning scenario. Chandan Anand, Founder, CEO & Group Editor of ArdorComm Media Group, emphasized on the event theme saying, “It is imperative to reimagine school & higher education in the light of the 21st century workplace by putting an emphasis on extending the frontiers of knowledge, skill, and employability in order to make learners adaptable and in line with industry needs. The skills needed to stay relevant are evolving at a faster rate than ever before as new industries are created, while others that already exist grow or drastically collapse. Educators, administrators, and leaders in school & higher education sector must approach students’ skill competency with a growth mindset that will help them succeed in the global knowledge-based economy and throughout their careers.” The ‘Supporting Partner ‘for the event was Association for Promotion of Prominent Schools (A.P.O.S.). upGrad Campus was the Skilling Partner of the summit; Knauf ceiling solutions was the Silver Partner; The College Board was the Enrolment Partner; Teachmint was the Integrated School Technology Partner; CollPoll was the Digital Campus Partner; TruScholar was the Credential Partner and Superbot was the Communication Partner. The Associate Partners of the summit were Extraaedge, Grayquest, JODO and Monet Networks. The Academic Partners of the event were RANGOLI Group of Institutes, Shanti Educational Initiatives and Millennium Education. The School Partner was Kalorex and Preschool Partner was Hello Kids. The important guests, eminent speakers, experts, academicians & educators from pre-schools, schools, universities, engineering institutions, B-schools, EdTech & education startups who graced the event with their presence on both days at ‘ArdorComm New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2022, Ahmedabad, Gujarat’ were: – Day 1 (School Education): The eminent guest speakers were, T S Joshi Former Director, GCERT; Jayshree Lalbhai, Educationist, Philanthropist & Social Activist; Archit Bhatt, Managing Director, Tripada Group of Schools; President, AOPS; Prahar Anjaria, Founder & Chairman, RANGOLI Group of Institutes; Secretary, AOPS. The eminent panel speakers were, Nirali Dagali, Principal, Calorx Public School, Ghatlodiya (Session Moderator); Raj Mirani, Chairperson & Director, Divine Life International School, Ahmedabad; Vijay Aher, Director, Vatsalya International School, Anand; Vipul Patel, Chairman, SNV International School, Nadiad; Dr. Seema Negi, Director Principal, Sanjeevani World School, Mumbai; Prahar Anjaria, Founder & Chairman, RANGOLI Group of Institutes (Session Moderator); Chirag Agarwal, Founder Director, EarlyVentions – Chain of Preschools; Dharmesh Kapasi, President, Shanti Educational Initiatives Ltd.(SEIL); Sajid Ali, President, Little Millennium Pvt. Ltd.; Pritam Kumar Agrawal, Founder & Director, Hello Kids Preschool & Riverstone School; Dr. Deepak Rajguru, Chairman, Vibrant International Academy, Surat (Session Moderator); Bharat Gajipara, Chairman, Sarvodya School, Sarvodaya Education Network; President, SFSO, Rajkot; Manhar Rathod, Managing Director, Shree Gyanguru Vidhyapith, Bhavnagar; CA Utpal Shah, Director, Amity School, Bharuch; Amicus International School, Vadodara; D.V. Mehta, Chairman, Genius Group of Institution & Gardi Vidyapeeth, Rajkot; Sabina Sawhney, Principal, Delhi Public School, Bopal; Anantha Krishnan B., CEO-Operations, Kalorex Group, Ahmedabad (Session Moderator); Abhay Ghosh, Director, Shanti Asiatic School, Ahmedabad; Liza Shah, Managing Trustee, Apple Global School, Ahmedabad; Francis Fernandes, Principal, ASIA English School, Ahmedabad; Shaji V. Mathew, Director, Shankus Divine Child Group of Schools, Surat; Bandita Roy, Vice Principal, Delhi Public School, Mehsana. A Keynote Address on ‘Data-Driven Transformation in School Education’ was given by Rohit Mehta, State Project Advisor, School Education Department, Govt. of Gujarat. The industry presentations of Day 1 were given by Shraddha Haldankar, Marketing Lead, Knauf Ceiling Solutions; Meenakshi Kachroo Chatta, Senior Director, South and Central Asia, The College Board; Rakesh Malaviya, Chief Operating Officer, Head Monet-India; Rishab Mehta, Founder & CEO, GrayQuest; Zoheb Shah, Associate Director, Teachmint. Day 2 (Higher Education): The eminent guest speakers were, Prof. (Dr.) S. Shanthakumar, Director/Vice Chancellor- Gujarat National Law University and Gujarat Maritime University; Prof. Ami U. Upadhyay, Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University; Parth Kotecha, Trustee & Associate Vice President, Noble University, Junagadh. The eminent panel speakers were, Dr. CA Achyut Dani, Director General & Provost, JG University, Gandhinagar (Session Moderator); Dr. A. K. S. Suryavanshi, Vice Chancellor, Karnavati University, Gandhinagar; Prof. M. Muruganant Ananth, Provost, Adani University, Ahmedabad; Prof. Sandeep Sancheti, Provost (Vice-Chancellor), Marwadi University Rajkot; Dr. Parag Sanghani, Provost, P P Savani University, Surat; Prof. (Dr.) Sandeep Chakravorty, Executive President, Indus University, Ahmedabad; Amit Mahensaria, CEO, upGrad Campus; Hemant Sahal, Founder & CEO, CollPoll (Session Moderator); Dr. Shrikant J. Wagh, Provost, UPL University of Sustainable Technology, Bharuch; Dr. Kerav Pandya, Director, C K Shah Vijapurwala Institute Of Management, Vadodara; Parth Kotecha, Trustee & Associate Vice President, Noble University, Junagadh; Dr. Saurabh Shah, Provost(I/C),GSFC University, Vadodara; Prof. (Dr.) M. S. Rao, Provost (Vice-Chancellor), Swaminarayan University, Gandhinagar; Dr. Amit Ganatra, Provost, Parul University, Vadodara (Session Moderator); Prof. (Dr.) B. Sendilkumar, Dean & Director -Health Sciences, VinayakaMissions Research Foundation, Salem; Prof. (Dr.) P. M. Udani, Director General, CVM University, Anand; Dr. D. J. Shah, Provost, Sankalchand Patel University, Mehsana; Dr. Saurin R. Shah, Vice Chancellor, Silver Oak University, Ahmedabad; Prof. (Dr.) Avani Umatt, Provost, TeamLease Skills University, Vadodara (Session Moderator);

The significant social and economic upheaval that is currently occurring is the result of incredible developments in automation and artificial intelligence, supported by access to data, computation, and different forms of educational technology. These technologies have a tremendous impact on the Indian education sector as well as practically every sector of our economy. These breakthroughs have the potential to immensely benefit society and, over time, greatly boost prosperity, just like previous industrial revolutions did. Future innovations will also alter the composition of the workforce, increase skill bias from previous generations, and widen the educational gap in society. In order to make students adaptable and in line with industry needs, it is crucial to reinvent school and higher education in the context of the 21st century workplace by putting an emphasis on extending the boundaries of knowledge, skill, and employability. The ArdorComm Media Group, one of India’s fastest-growing media companies, is here to explore the prospects of educational innovation, future trends, and the current situation in the education sector in order to spark important discussions & deliberations among significant education, technology, and government stakeholders. Students’ skill competency must be approached by educators, administrators, and leaders in the school and higher education sectors with a growth mentality so that they can flourish in the global knowledge-based economy and throughout their careers. It is obvious that education is needed to prepare the next generation for the creation, deployment, and ethical use of technology. In addition, students in the twenty-first century need to learn how to develop and use their creativity as well as how to speak properly and critically. To address these issues and discuss the desideratum in the School & Higher education sector, ArdorComm Media Group, is coming up with: New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2022 in Jaipur, Rajasthan on 16th and 17th December 2022 (#ELSARajasthan | #ELSAJaipur). About “New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2022” #ELSARajasthan: After consecutive three grand success of ArdorComm ELSA series, “New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards”. We are pleased to announce yet another journey of NEW NORMAL – ELSA series in the pink city, Jaipur, Rajasthan. The Summit theme of ELSA Jaipur, Rajasthan will focus on “Re-defining Education & 21st Century Skills in New-Normal”. Rajasthan has numerous schools, colleges & universities, as well as some prestigious engineering & B-Schools. The cities of this state like Ajmer, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota Udaipur are the key educational hubs & Kota is recognized as the most sought-after coaching city for the most competitive entrance exam like JEE & NEET. Some key government initiatives have improved the quality of Education here. This symposium will witness a congregation of leaders from apex government bodies, academicians and educators from universities, colleges, engineering institutes, B-schools, K-12 & pre-schools, experts from corporate, EdTech companies & start-ups. The scope of the event extends to deliberating, showcasing and presenting the best and next practices in pre-school, school, higher, skill and technical education. The event will celebrate the success stories of all educators who have been continuously working for the betterment of the current teaching-learning scenario. The Prestigious ArdorComm Media – Education Leadership Awards 2022 aim to acknowledge Preschools, Schools, Higher Education Institutions, EdTech and Startups who have been tirelessly and fiercely working for the betterment of the Education Community. ArdorComm Media – Education Leadership Awards 2022 will recognize the best contributions in academia. Prestigious ArdorComm Media – Education Leadership Awards 2022 invites nominations from individual and organisations from 5 main categories: Preschool, Schools, Higher Education, EdTech Corporate & Startups. Key Discussion Points of ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2022’ #ELSAJaipur #ELSARajasthan :- Theme: Re-defining Education & 21st Century Skills in NEW-NORMAL Panel Topics for School: Redefining the Role of Schools in the ‘New-Normal’ Harnessing the Power of Technology for the Holistic Development of your School How Immersive Learning Environments (ILEs) are Essential for a Constructive Learning Situations between Teacher & Student? In what ways AI-ML and Student Centric Technologies are enabling Institutions to Track, Access and Record the Teaching-Learning Progress? Panel Topics for HE: Unleashing the Potential of Education 4.0 – The future of Teaching & Learning How can EdTech Collaborations Aid in Developing a Better Digital Infrastructure/ Digital Campus? How can R&D, Innovation, and Skilling Play a Central Role in Economic Growth & Job Creation? Bridging the Urban-Rural Digital Divide Through Mobilizing Technology Key Highlights for #ELSARajasthan: Event Days: 2 Total Session: 10 + Industry Presentations: 14 + Higher Education Speakers (President, Trustee, Chancellor, Vice-chancellor, Chairman, Director, Principal): 40 + School Speakers (Owners, CEOs of Group of Schools, Director, Principal): 40 + Participating Preschools & Schools: 100 + Participating HEIs: 100 + Government Dignitaries: 10 + EdTech Start-ups: 25 + Corporate: 25 + ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2022’, #ELSAJaipur #ELSARajasthan awaits your response to collaborate with many more leading stakeholders from different education and tech sectors. The Prestigious Ardorcomm Media – Education Leadership Awards 2022 aims to acknowledge those individuals, educational institutions, EdTech companies & Startups that have played a key role in transforming the teaching, learning and employability outcomes. Join this Exclusive Physical Education Conclave and be a part of a community that cares deeply about imparting education. Witness the change taking place when India’s top educators, innovators and dignitaries come together to share their best practices and views. Let’s vow to be the game-changers in the education community in 2022. Inviting you to participate & witness the 1st & Biggest ArdorComm ‘New Normal – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2022’, #ELSAJaipur ELSARajasthan to be held on 16th and 17th December 2022 in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Visit: https://ardorcomm-media.com/elsarajasthan/ Visit: https://ardorcomm-media.com/elsarajasthan/#Awards    

It goes without saying that human interaction is the foundation of digital transformation. It’s simple to assume that because it’s entirely technological, the project should be driven by astute Chief Technology Officers (CTO) and their dependable IT teams, but this isn’t always the case. In reality, it might be up to any employee in the company who can project manage from beginning to end, as well as anyone who is interested in the benefits of the digital transformation, specially HR teams. Digital transformation can take the form of a large-scale initiative, like a complete corporate revamp, or it might take the form of a small change, like the introduction of a new communication tool. But adoption across the entire team is more important than just the use of technology. Therefore, in order to collaborate effectively, communicate effectively, and be adaptable, firms need to have a strong culture. A strong HR presence is also essential. Since hybrid working has become “the norm,” many organisations have made it a priority to assist their staff in working more effectively, producing more, and striking a better daily balance. Those who have implemented digital changes have subsequently been able to increase employee retention and draw in fresh talent. In fact, in order to promote growth, 41% of HR executives want to concentrate on the adoption of digital tools. However, a lot of people believe that digital transformation can be a quick answer for internal problems, especially the difficulty of hybrid work. However, companies can’t just roll out new technology or upgrade to better systems to fix issues right now; they need great leadership to steer the project from beginning to end. It’s all about bringing value to the table and HR ought to play a major part in this. In order to encourage and direct the team through the process, it takes leaders who are aware of culture and how people’s occupations may change. This can help adoption by facilitating good communication. The workforce must comprehend that technology exists to support their duties at all times. The project will not succeed if the digital transformation strategy and implementation don’t suit the people who will really be utilising the technologies. This is supported by recent data from McKinsey & Company, which found that employee resistance accounts for 70% of digital transformation failures. Leadership in HR is essential for this reason. These people are able to delve into the team’s opinions and sentiments on the undertaking and how it is affecting regular business operations. They should be able to provide concrete proof to business management that the organization’s use of technology is causing employee attrition, prompting a change in strategy. Or they can offer encouraging criticism to advance the existing course of action. In either case, every helpful piece of information can support digital transformation. Finally, companies shouldn’t implement digital transformation merely because others are. There must be a strategic goal and a need. All of this comes back to strong leadership and the role that HR plays in uniting everyone behind a single objective. The author, Pratik Ghosh is associated with ArdorComm Media