Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan advocates a multi-disciplinary shift for IITs and IIMs, aligning with the National Education Policy, 2020. The inauguration of the Odisha Research Centre, in collaboration with key institutions, marks a significant step. The centre focuses on diverse research areas, aiming to explore and innovate in Odisha's history, culture, economy, and society. With a vision extending to Odisha's centenary celebrations in 2036 and India's independence centenary in 2047, the centre aims to contribute to the state's development and language preservation.