National Education Conclave 2025

Education today extends far beyond academic success or technical skill—it is about nurturing well-rounded individuals with resilience, compassion, and inner strength. As India strives to become a global leader in innovation, research, and human development, Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) such as IITs, IIMs, AIIMS, and other central and state universities - public and private face the responsibility of not only creating skilled professionals but also shaping conscious, empathetic, and wise citizens. In an age marked by stress, burnout, and a disconnect between success and happiness, these institutions must focus on holistic growth—integrating emotional intelligence and values alongside intellectual rigor—to foster leaders who can advance India’s global stature with integrity and balance.

Amidst the rise of Artificial Intelligence and rapid societal transformation, education must evolve to emphasize “uniquely human” abilities—communication, empathy, collaboration, and self-awareness. Recognizing this, the Heartfulness Institute is organizing the National Education Conclave 2025 to reimagine higher education in India  with a focus on consciousness and emotional well-being. Building on the Heartful Campus initiative launched in 2021, this two-day dialogue seeks to bring together policymakers, educators, and thought leaders to embed meditation and self-mastery as integral dimensions of learning. The conclave aspires to nurture a generation of compassionate, balanced, and courageous thinkers and leaders who will help realize the nation’s vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 through holistic and heart-centered education.  

Join us as policymakers, educationists, and thought leaders reimagine higher education through emotional well-being, expanded consciousness, and human-centered leadership—paving the way for a truly holistic and Viksit Bharat based on Indic values. 

Theme of the Conclave

Transforming Higher Education through Indian Knowledge Systems for a Viksit Bharat: Nurturing Conscious Leaders   
 

● Educating the Whole Human Being: Fostering Emotional Well-being, inspiring Success, and realizing the Vast inner Human Potential          

● Exploring the integration of Emotional Intelligence, Heartfulness, and Indian Knowledge Systems in Higher Education — in alignment with the vision of NEP 2020 and Viksit Bharat 2047.

Objectives

● To address the mental health challenges rising on campuses—such as stress, addiction, and rising instances of self-harm.     

● To provide a collaborative platform for statutory bodies governing higher education, academic leaders, policymakers, and educators to share perspectives on fostering emotionally resilient educational ecosystems.     

● To explore the role of heart, meditation, and value-based practices based on Indian Knowledge Systems to nurture holistic growth.  

● To align educational excellence with well-being, happiness, and the realization of vast human potential.      

● To formulate actionable recommendations for integrating emotional and mental well-being frameworks, processes and curriculum into institutional policies.

National Education Conclave 2025

Speakers

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Packages

National Education Conclave 2025

Inclusions

  • ● Two-night stay (Dec 18-Dec 19) at Pearl Hotel/Wellness accommodations
  • ● On-campus transport for easy access to activities
  • ● Add-on: Bring family members/Colleagues to share in this retreat experience. (₹5000 per head payable on arrival that includes shared room occupancy and all meals).
Package Charge: ₹10,000 plus 18% GST per participant
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Expected Outcomes

● A shared vision for nurturing emotional and mental well-being in the education curriculum.   

● Practical strategies and frameworks for institutions to implement.  

● Strengthened collaboration between policymakers, educators, and spiritual organizations.  

● Strategic Roadmap for Holistic Transformation in India’s Higher Education — followed by delegation presentations to ministries on the endorsed white paper.

Who Will Attend

● Leaders from Department of Higher Education from National and State level - UGC, NAAC, AICTE, NITI Aayog, MCI, NBA, AIU, ICAR, ANRF, NCTE and ICSSR.   

● Leadership from Higher Education Institutions of National Importance including Central Universities, IITs, AIIMS, IIMs, AIIA, Health and Medical Institutions, Agricultural and Allied Sciences Universities - Public and Private. 

● Experts in psychology, mental health, and holistic well-being, business leaders and representatives from educational NGOs.

Heartfulness Education Trust

Heartfulness Education Trust (HET) was born out of the core vision of ‘Heartfulness Institute’ to help transform our society in a span of a generation by reimagining and rethinking education. The Trust aims to achieve this by equipping schools, higher education institutions, students, teachers, professors, and education leaders with tools and techniques that foster personal transformation and holistic development. 
HET is a not-for-profit organization registered in India under Sections 12A and 80G of the Income Tax Act.

Heartful Campus

Heartful Campus, an initiative of the Heartfulness Education Trust addresses the challenges faced by today’s students—distraction, stress, and emotional imbalance—by helping them develop life skills beyond academics. The program integrates relaxation, meditation, and values-based education to cultivate well-being and harmony between the heart and the mind, equipping students to thrive with balance and clarity in an ever-changing world. Designed by global experts and facilitated by trained faculty across India, Heartful Campus nurtures individuals who are balanced, self-aware, and purpose-driven — truly embodying the vision ‘Be all you can be.’