K.P.M. B.Ed. COLLEGE, CHERIYAVELINALLOOR, KOLLAM Report of National Seminar in Collaboration with Council for Teacher Education (CTEF) Kerala and Council For Educational Administration and Management (CEAM) K.P.M. B.Ed. College, Cheriyavelinalloor, organized a National Seminar on 31st January 2026, in collaboration with the Council for Teacher Education Foundation (CTEF) Kerala State, and the Council for Educational Administration and Management (CEAM). aimed to explore the relevance of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) in the light of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, with special emphasis on holistic development and cultural continuity in education. The programme commenced with a prayer by Anakha S., B.Ed. student, setting a reflective and scholarly tone for the day. The Welcome Address was delivered by Dr. Biju G., Principal, K.P.M. B.Ed. College, who warmly welcomed the dignitaries and participants and highlighted the need to integrate indigenous knowledge traditions with contemporary educational practices. The Introductory Remarks were presented by Smt. Lekshmi L. R., Assistant Professor in English Education, who outlined the objectives and structure of the seminar. The seminar was formally inaugurated by Dr. M. S. Geetha, former Dean, Faculty of Education, University of Kerala, who stressed the importance of aligning traditional wisdom with modern educational reforms. The Keynote Address was delivered by Dr. G. Valsala, former Principal, IASE Thrissur, and Chairman, CEAM Kerala.. e A significant highlight of the session was the MoU signing with CTEF Kerala and CEAM National, followed by the distribution of institutional membership cards, marking a milestone in academic networking. The theme presentation was delivered by Prof. (Dr.) V. Reghu, former Controller and Dean, Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development (RGNIYD), Tamil Nadu. It was followed by paper presentation from various colleges and departments. The seminar ended with a valedictory session which was inaugurated by Dr. T.V. Kunhiraman, HOD, Department of M.Ed, BMM II Training College, Kottarakkara.
