Reimagining Education Leadership in the Age of AI: Principals’ Conclave at Singhania University
Singhania University, under the visionary leadership of its President Dr. Manoj Kumar (IAS Retd.), hosted a landmark one-day Principals’ Conclave that brought together some of Rajasthan’s most progressive education leaders. Themed "In a World Led by AI, the Future is Human", the event marked a significant step toward redefining school leadership and educational transformation in the era of artificial intelligence.
Dr. Manoj Kumar (IAS Retd.), a seasoned administrator and thought leader, opened the conclave by reaffirming Singhania University’s commitment to empowering school leaders with values, vision, and future-readiness. He highlighted the university’s continued dedication to the legacy of its founder Shri D.C. Singhania, emphasizing its mission to bridge traditional wisdom with modern advancements in technology.
Keynote Address: WiNN-Centric Education Model
The event gained further intellectual momentum with a powerful keynote delivered by Dr. Atul Nischal, founder of EDXSO and ICSL. He introduced the WiNN-Centric Education Model, a transformative framework aimed at nurturing students’ wisdom, emotional intelligence, ethical reasoning and creativity, while seamlessly integrating AI and digital tools into the learning ecosystem.
Dr. Atul emphasized that the model prepares learners not only for examinations but also for a rapidly shifting future shaped by exponential technological growth.
Distinguished Dignitaries and Guests
Among the notable dignitaries present were:
- Dilip Modi, who praised the initiative and highlighted the role of AI in shaping future-ready education.
- Vaid Pal, Chief Block Officer, Buhana.
- Neelima Yadav, Chief Block Officer, Singhana.
Their presence significantly reinforced the conclave’s objective of strengthening the school-university ecosystem and enabling meaningful academic transformation.
Motivational Insight
The conclave also featured an inspiring session by renowned motivational speaker Rajan Sharma, who highlighted AI not as a threat but as an empowering tool for young learners—helping them build innovation, resilience and purpose-driven careers.
Modern Infrastructure, Timeless Vision
In his presidential remarks, Dr. Manoj Kumar (IAS Retd.) reiterated his commitment to supporting the founder’s dream of democratizing quality education. He spoke about how the university is equipping its campus and systems to serve students beyond academics—focusing on the four pillars of Technology, Ethics, Emotional Intelligence and Empowerment.
Attendees were also taken on a virtual and physical tour of the university’s modern facilities, including:
- AI-powered data analytics labs
- Digital libraries
- Open-air gymnasiums
- Advanced sports infrastructure
All of these facilities are provided free of cost to students—reflecting the university’s inclusive and student-first ethos.
Event Coordination
The conclave was seamlessly anchored by Sarita Tiwari and Vijay Hind Jamalpuriya, the latter being a recipient of the National Youth Icon Award. Their energetic and engaging compering ensured smooth flow and active audience participation throughout the event.
The day concluded with a ceremonial felicitation of dignitaries, during which guests were honored with mementos and certificates appreciating their contributions to the evolving landscape of Indian education.
Leadership Presence from Singhania University
The conclave witnessed active participation from Singhania University’s top administrative leaders, including:
- Sunil Kumar Sobti, Pro-President & CFO
- Mohammad Imran Hashmi, Registrar
- Pawan Tripathi, Pro-President
- Monika Saini, Public Relations Officer
- Vijendra Sharma, Administrative Director
- Sanjeev Grover, Officer on Special Duty (OSD)
- Several eminent educationists and non-academic officials
Their collective presence showcased the university’s strong leadership culture and its commitment to advancing school education through collaboration and innovation.
A Future-Focused Education Movement
In a time when AI is reshaping industries and societies across the globe, the conclave served as a timely and meaningful initiative. The overarching message of the event was clear: AI may lead the world, but it is human values, emotional intelligence, and visionary leadership that will determine its direction.
By empowering principals and school leaders with knowledge, dialogue and forward-looking frameworks, Singhania University once again affirmed its role as a torchbearer of transformational education—rooted in ethics, guided by technology and focused on the future.