During the academic period 2024-2025, the department adopted innovative teaching methods incorporating experiential, participative, and creative learning approaches. Students were encouraged to undertake research activities and present their work at academic forums. A significant achievement was the presentation of a research paper titled “Marginalization and Period Poverty” by a TYBA student at a national seminar organized by the Indian Sociological Society.

To enrich learning beyond the classroom, the department organized various academic activities including seminars, review writing sessions, and screenings of films and documentaries focusing on themes such as gender, environment, and social justice. These activities helped students develop critical thinking and analytical skills.

The department also conducted expert lectures, workshops, and certificate courses on topics such as Bhakti movements, prevention of sexual harassment, and research methodology. These initiatives provided interdisciplinary insights and enhanced students’ academic and professional competencies. Additionally, students participated in a three-day Winter School programme titled “From Suffrage to Social Media: Reflections on Four Waves” organized by IMPR, which deepened their understanding of feminist movements and contemporary discourses.

Educational visits to museums, art galleries, and rural areas were organized to provide experiential learning opportunities and practical exposure to social realities. The department also promoted social responsibility through outreach initiatives, including teaching programs for street children, encouraging students to engage with marginalized communities.

Overall, the Department of Sociology remains committed to nurturing socially aware, responsible and research-oriented individuals capable of understanding and addressing contemporary social challenges.