Mathematics Teachers Enrichment Workshop held at MU
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, November 05 2026:
The Department of Mathematics, Manipur University organised an interaction programme and felicitation of resource persons on Thursday as part of the Mathematics Teachers Enrichment Workshop 2026, being held from November 2 to 6 at the University.
The five-day workshop is organised by the Department in collaboration with the Manipur Mathematical Society, with support from the National Board for Higher Mathematics and the Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research.
A major highlight was the felicitation of distinguished resource persons in recognition of their academic contributions and efforts to strengthen mathematics education.
The resource persons are Prof Bhaba Kumar Sarma, IIT Guwahati; Prof Shanta Laishram, Indian Statistical Institute, Delhi; Dr Ardeline M Buhphang, NEHU, Shillong; Dr Chandrakant Aribam, IISER Mohali; H Jayantkumar Singh, President, Manipur Mathematical Society; and Prof Pratulananda Das, Jadavpur University, Kolkata.
Prof RK Hemakumar Singh, Vice-Chancellor (i/c), Manipur University attended as chief guest, while Prof RK Lonibala, H Jayantkumar Singh, Prof Bhaba Kumar Sarma and Prof M Premjit Singh attended as guests of honour.
Prof K Binod Mangang, Head, Department of Mathematics presided over the function.
Addressing the gathering, Prof Hemakumar Singh appreciated the Department for organising the workshop and encouraged other departments to take up similar academic outreach initiatives.
Highlighting the fundamental importance of mathematics across disciplines, he called for expanding such programmes to benefit more teachers arid improving participation, including that of women teachers.
Prof Bhaba Kumar Sarma emphasised that mathematics teaching must move beyond memorising formulas and providing ready-made solutions.
Referring to the growing influence of Artificial Intelligence, he stressed developing independent thinking, analytical reasoning and conceptual understanding among students.
He also paid tribute to late Prof M Ranjit Singh and acknowledged the contributions of senior mathematicians in nurturing mathematical talent in Manipur.
Prof RK Lonibala highlighted the importance of mathematics in science, economics, healthcare, engineering and technology.
She appreciated the initiative for addressing the need to strengthen mathematics teaching in Northeast India.
Prof M Premjit Singh, Registrar, Manipur University emphasised the qualities of an effective teacher, recalling the importance of combining clear conceptual explanations with disciplined classroom instruction.
Prof K Binod Mangang stressed that mathematics forms an essential foundation for Artificial Intelligence and technological advancement.
He described school and college teachers as frontline educators and encouraged them to motivate students rather than merely demonstrate their ability to solve difficult problems.
Earlier, Dr Kh Herachandra Singh, Programme Coordinator explained that the workshop aims to improve mathematics teaching methods, reduce fear of mathematics among students and strengthen their preparation for Mathematical Olympiads.
Around 40 teachers representing about 35 schools across Manipur are participating in the programme.
The programme commenced with a welcome address by Prof O Ratnabala Devi and concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Prof.K Priyokumar Singh.
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