5th Anniversary: Praghna Centre for Research

07 June 2026

The video records the fifth-anniversary celebration of the Praghna Centre for Research, an educational institution founded on June 7, 2021, dedicated to fostering research in social sciences and strategic studies.

Overview of Praghna Centre for Research

Mission: The center focuses on capacity building for students and think tanks through workshops, thematic webinars, and research writing programs.

Key Achievements: In the last four years, the center has hosted 25 workshops and 16 thematic webinars, mentored 73 interns in publishing research articles, and published 11 books.

Infrastructure: In October 2025, the center launched the Kalawati Rajamanikam Memorial Digital Library, a free-to-use repository designed for student researchers.

Anniversary Proceedings and Recognitions

Introductory Address: The founder discussed the center's origins, which coincide with his 40th anniversary of commissioning into the Indian Air Force.

Research Prizes: The center awarded eight research prizes this year. A new "Undergraduate Appreciation" category was introduced, providing a certificate and a cash prize to encourage young scholars.

Jury Perspectives: The panel of professors highlighted the importance of research methodology, citing concerns regarding the misuse of AI and ChatGPT. They emphasized that the goal of the center is to train scholars rather than simply publish papers, and they encouraged students to view revision requests as valuable learning opportunities.

Chief Guest Address: Lieutenant General Anil Malik AVSM commended the center’s dedication to shaping future leaders. He emphasized that while technical innovation is vital, maintaining humanity, ethics, and a strong sense of duty is essential for national growth.

Concluding Remarks

The event concluded with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the mentors, jury members, and sponsors for their continued support in fostering a knowledge-driven society. The founders reaffirmed their commitment to the center's mission, viewing the encouragement of their community as the primary "fuel" for their ongoing endeavors.

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/hP5e9OkxOsw

The full event report can be accessed here.

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