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The President of India, in her role as the university's visitor, has nominated four eminent academicians to the Executive Council of North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) for a three-year term that would take effect immediately. This is a significant step to fortify the university's governance structure. "I am directed to refer to the subject mentioned above and to say that the Hon'ble President of India, in her capacity as the Visitor of North Eastern Hill University (NEHU), has been pleased to nominate the following persons as her nominees on the Executive Council of North Eastern Hill University (NEHU) in accordance with Statute 12(1)(ix) of the Statutes of the University for a term of three years with immediate effect," the Ministry said in an official communication addressed to the...

Prof. Sherwin May Sungoh has been named the next Pro Vice-Chancellor (PVC) of the Shillong Campus of North Eastern Hill University (NEHU). After the 85th meeting of the Emergent Executive Council (EC) on November 14, 2024, the decision was finalized. According to an NEHU release, Prof. Sungoh formally assumed leadership on March 21, 2025, and informed Vice-Chancellor Prof. Prabha Shankar Shukla of her appointment. Prof. Sungoh is a seasoned academic who teaches in the Department of Education at NEHU. She has contributed significantly to the advancement of academic programs and research at the institution thanks to her vast experience in teaching, curriculum creation, and educational policy. Her contributions, which include articles, research projects, and administrative duties, span ma...

The Department of Biomedical Engineering at North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) has received significant financing from the federal government. Through the Department of Pharmaceuticals, the Union Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers has authorized Rs 14 crore in funding for the "Capacity Building and Skill Development in Medical Device Sector" sub-scheme. This is a component of the larger "Strengthening of Medical Device Industry" effort, which aims to increase India's domestic capacity for producing medical devices, lessen dependency on imports, and promote global competitiveness. It is envisaged that the program will encourage collaborations between businesses, healthcare facilities, and students, offering practical experience and increasing the employability of graduates. By addr...