Date- 08 September, 2026 (9:30 AM onwards)
DST-Centre for Policy Research (CPR), Panjab University (PU) conducted Local Project Advisory Committee (LPAC) Meeting. The Local Project Advisory Committee (LPAC) Meeting of the DST-Centre for Policy Research (DST-CPR), Panjab University, Chandigarh, was successfully held on 08 September 2026 at Panjab University. The meeting provided an enriching platform for expert deliberations, constructive feedback and valuable guidance on the Centre’s ongoing activities and future direction. A particularly encouraging aspect of the meeting was the positive feedback and appreciation received from the distinguished experts, who acknowledged the Centre’s efforts and progress and extended their best wishes for its continued success. 🔹 Key highlights included: • Presentation on DST-CPR’s activities and progress by Prof. Kashmir Singh, FRSB, Coordinator, DST-CPR, Panjab University • Discussion and deliberation on the Centre’s progress • Presentation on Fostering Industry-Academia Linkages • Presentation on Utility Model as an instrument for innovation and knowledge translation ✨ Key expert insights and encouragement came from: 🔹 Prof. Karuna Jain Professor, IIT Bombay | Expert in Technology Management, Innovation & Intellectual Property Management, Supply Chain Management and Project Management 🔹 Dr. Rabindra Panigrahy Scientist at Department of Science & Technology, Government of India 🔹 Dr. Jatinder Kaur Arora Advisor, Northern Region S&T Cluster | Former Executive Director, Punjab State Council for Science & Technology The experts appreciated the work being undertaken by DST-CPR and provided positive insights, constructive suggestions and encouragement for the Centre’s future endeavours. The meeting also included presentations and discussions on DST-CPR’s activities and progress, Fostering Industry-Academia Linkages, and Utility Models, followed by concluding discussions and a way forward. 🙏 Grateful for the valuable guidance, encouragement and best wishes from the esteemed LPAC members and DST officials. .
The meeting witnessed presentation and suggestion on the thematic areas.
