- The Union Minister of Human Resource Development has released UGC Guide to Student Induction Programme called “Deeksharambh”.
- The Programme aims to engage with the new students as soon as they come into the institution before regular classes start.The programme will be implemented by University Grants Commission(UGC).
- The programme will help new students (a)adjust and feel comfortable in the new environment (b)inculcate in them the ethos and culture of the institution (c)help them build bonds with other students and faculty members and (d)expose them to a sense of larger purpose and self-exploration.