2nd INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
on
"Chhattisgarh@2047: Transforming Education through Sustainability, Inclusion, Innovation & Indian Knowledge Systems"
(Aligning SDGs with Local Wisdom, Technology & Environmental Stewardship)
Organised by
Faculty of Education
19th & 20th September 2025
Mode: Hybrid
(Online & On-Campus)
About the Faculty of Education
The Faculty of Education at Kalinga University stands as a center of innovation and excellence, offering rigorous and industry-aligned teacher education. With a commitment to research, cultural integration, and inclusive practices, it empowers future educators to shape meaningful and sustainable learning environments.
About International Conferences
The 2nd International Conference, organized by the Faculty of Education, Kalinga University, is a
visionary academic gathering centered on the theme:
“Chhattisgarh@2047: Transforming Education through Sustainability, Inclusion, Innovation &
Indian Knowledge Systems”
Date: 19–20 September 2025
Mode: Hybrid (Online & On-Campus)
This conference envisions a future-ready education system rooted in India’s civilizational wisdom while
addressing contemporary global challenges. As India looks ahead to 2047—its centenary of
independence—this platform seeks to align the aspirations of Chhattisgarh and the nation with the
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by reimagining learning through the lenses of
sustainability, social inclusion, innovation, and Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS).
Participants will engage with leading scholars, practitioners, and policymakers through keynote
addresses, thematic paper presentations, expert panels, and collaborative dialogues. Key areas of focus
include:
- Leveraging technology for inclusive and lifelong learning
- Reviving tribal and indigenous pedagogies
- Policy innovation and local-global knowledge partnerships
- Integrating IKS in curriculum and teacher education
- Promoting culturally rooted, community-driven learning ecosystem
By fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration and knowledge exchange, the conference aims to shape an
educational roadmap that is locally grounded, globally relevant, and future-oriented.
Submission Guidelines:
· Abstract: Maximum 300 words with 5 keywords
· Full Paper: 3000–5000 words | Times New Roman | 12 pt | MS Word
· Similarity Index: Not more than 10%
· Co-authorship permitted (at least one author must register and attend)
Send your abstracts and full papers to:
education.conferences@kalingauniversity.ac.in
Publication Opportunities:
· All accepted papers will be published in the Conference Proceedings with an ISBN, released at the time of the event
· Selected peer-reviewed papers will be published in reputed Scopus / ABDC-indexed international journals (publication charges apply)
· Additional selected papers will be considered for an edited volume (ISBN) with an international publisher (publication charges apply)
· All submissions will undergo a peer-review process by an expert academic committee
This conference offers a robust academic platform for contributing to global research while staying
rooted in Indian Knowledge Systems, innovation, and the UN SDG framework.
Call for Papers
The 2nd International Conference invites original research papers, conceptual articles, and case
studies from educators, researchers, scholars, policymakers, and practitioners aligned with the central
theme:
“Chhattisgarh@2047: Transforming Education through Sustainability, Inclusion, Innovation & Indian
Knowledge Systems”
Submissions are welcome under, but not limited to, the following sub-themes:
1. Chhattisgarh@2047: Leveraging IKS & Technology for Sustainable Growth.
2. Technology for Inclusive Learning
3. Indian Knowledge Systems and Local Wisdom
4. Indigenous Knowledge and Tribal Pedagogies
5. Education for Water, Energy & Waste Management
6. Policy Innovation for SDG-linked Education
7. Lifelong Learning, Equity & Empowerment
8. Global & Local Collaborations (SDG 17)
9. SDG8 IN Action:Fostering Inclusive and sustainable Economic growth.
10. Empowering Teacher Educators for the Future
11. Culturally Responsive Teacher Education
12. Empowering Communities through Sport, Technology & Social Inclusion
13. Innovations in Physical Education: Tech, Pedagogy & Culture
Important Dates
Last date for Registration & Submission: 10 September 2025
Conference: 19–20 September 2025
Registration & Fee Payment
| Category | Fees (inclusive of taxes) |
| Faculty & Other Educators | Rs. 1500/- |
| Research Scholars | Rs. 1500/- |
| UG+PG Students | Rs. 1200/- |
| Industry Experts | Rs. 2500/- |
| International Participants | $50 |
Concessions for Kalinga & MoU colleges.
Late & On-Spot Registration: INR 250–500 or USD 10–20 extra.
Our Global Collaborations and Academic Partners
Payment Details
MERCHANT: KALINGA UNIVERSITY
A/C NAME: KALINGA UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES
A/C No.: 1744100100003500
IFSC CODE: PUNB0174410
BRANCH: RAKHI, NAYA RAIPUR, RAIPUR, CHHATTISGARH, INDIA
Chief Patrons
Dr. Rajiv Kumar
Chairman
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur
Dr. Sandeep Arora
Chancellor
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur
Patrons
Prof. (Dr.) R. Shridhar
Vice-Chancellor
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur
Dr. Sandeep Gandhi
Registrar
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur
Dr. Rahul Mishra
Dean of Academic Affairs
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur
Dr. Vijayalaxmi Biradar
Director IQAC
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur
Organising Committee
Convenor
Dr. Shraddha Verma
Prof & Dean, Faculty of Education
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur
+91-7024116973
Co Convenor
Dr. Saroj Nayyar
Assistant Professor, Faculty of Education
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur
+91-9907380371
Members
Dr. D. Kalidoss,
Dr. Sanjeev Yadav,
Dr. Lubhawani Tripathi,
Dr. Harsha Sharma,
Ms. Anamika Shukla,
Mr. Pritam Patel
Members
Prof. Pradeep Mishra
Director , Centre for Policy Research in Higher Education(CPRHE), National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA) Ministry of Education New Delhi.
Prof. K. Srinivas
Head of ICT & Project Management Unit National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA) Ministry of Education New Delhi.
Speakers
Mr. Hamid Bezzout
Aggregate Professor, Industrial Sciences – Mechanical Engineering Preparatory Classes for Higher Schools, Ministry of Education, Morocco Visiting Professor – Artificial Intelligence, Faculty of Sciences, Ibn Tofail University, Morocco
Ms. Zipporah Murugi Muli
Educator | Head, Professional & Creative Department, Nairobi Academy Coordinator – Gifted and Talented Education Faculty – German & Global Politics (IBDP/CIE), Germany
Prof. Kaushal Kishore
Professor and Head Department of Educational Studies (Faculty of Education) Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi-110025
Dr. O.S.K.S. Sastri
Founder Dean and Head, School of Physical and Material Science, Central University of Himachal Pradesh
Mr. Alok Sharma
Principal, Government College of Teacher Education (CTE) Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Advisory Commitee
| Prof. C.D. Agashe Professor, Director Institute of Teacher Education, HOD, School of Studies in Physical Education, Pandit Ravishankar Shukla University, Raipur (C.G.) |
Dr. Satinder Dhillon Regional Vice-President, Council for Teacher Education Foundation, Chandigarh |
| Dr. Nilima Bhagabati Ex-Chairman, NCTE, ERC |
Dr. Manoj Kumar Pandey Associate Professor Department of Physical Education, Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak, M.P. |
| Dr. Mukesh Kumar Upadhyay Assistant Professor in Physical Education and Sports at the Regional Campus Manipur of Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (IGNTU) |
Dr. Sanjay Kumar Chaudhary Principal, Saraswati College of Professional Studies, Ghaziabad (U.P.) |
| Dr. Tania Gupta Head & Dean Faculty of Education, K.R. Mangalam University, Gurugram (Haryana) |
Dr. S.C. Pachaury Head & Dean, Motherhood University, Roorkee (Uttarakhand) |
| Dr. Pargat Singh, Principal GHG Khalsa College of Education, Sadar (Ludhiana-Punjab) |
Dr. Deepak Waikar Chair IEEE Education Society Chapter, Singapore |
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Dr. K.M. Bhandarkar National President Council of Teacher Education Foundation, Nagpur, Maharashtra |
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Sponsorship Levels
| Sl. No. | Sponsorship Levels | Amount | Exclusive Sponsorship Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01. | Platinum Sponsorship | INR 100,000/- |
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| 02. | Diamond Sponsorship | INR 50,000/- |
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| 03. | Gold Sponsorship | INR 25,000/- |
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| 04. | Silver Sponsorship | INR 15,000/- |
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| 05. | Bronze Sponsorship | INR 10,000/- |
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How To Reach
Railways: Raipur Junction railway station is situated on the
Howrah-Nagpur-Mumbai line of the Indian Railways (via
Bhusawal, Nagpur, Gondia, Bilaspur, Rourkela, Kharagpur)
and is connected with most major cities.
Airport: Swami Vivekananda Airport is the primary airport
serving the state of Chhattisgarh. The airport is located 15
km south of Raipur near Atal Nagar
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