About the Conference

Sacred knowledge and scientific imagination two pillars of human intellect have dynamically interacted to shape civilization. Sacred knowledge, rooted in philosophy, spirituality, and moral awareness, has guided ethical and existential understanding, while scientific inquiry, grounded in observation and experimentation, has revolutionized material life. Reconnecting these dimensions is essential for building a sustainable and equitable world amid ecological and moral crises. The envisioned International Conference seeks to provide a global platform for interdisciplinary dialogue bridging ancient wisdom and modern science. The conference highlights the importance of Indian Knowledge System (IKS), encompassing Vedic sciences, Ayurveda, Yoga, mathematics, astronomy, architecture, linguistics, philosophy, governance and many more. By fostering intercultural understanding and offering policy insights for moral and sustainable growth, the conference aims to integrate indigenous and scientific worldviews. Ultimately, it reaffirms that knowledge whether sacred or scientific is a living continuum guiding humanity toward ecological balance, spiritual fulfillment, and moral harmony.

About the University

Girijananda Chowdhury University was established by Act No. XLVII of 2022 of the Assam government as a state private university under the aegis of Shrimanta Shankar Academy Society registered under the Societies Registration Act 1860. GCU embodies the vision of the Shrimanta Shankar Academy Society to provide enriching higher education while fostering values of empathy and equity. The university is dedicated towards nurturing holistic development in its students and upholding a proud tradition of academic excellence. Nestled on a beautiful 20-acre campus between the picturesque water body of the Deepor Beel – a famous Ramsar site and the Bor Luit – the mighty Brahmaputra river, GCU is strategically located for easy access to major transport hubs. The university is situated in close proximity to National Highway 37, 7 km east of Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, 20 km west of Guwahati Railway Station. Its constituent campus is located at Dekargaon, Tezpur, Assam.

Keynote & Plenary Speakers

Prof. Alexander Stolyarov

Institute of Oriental Studies, RAS, Centre of South Asian Studies, RSUH, Russia

Prof. Konstantin N. Belosludtsev

Faculty of Medicine, Mari State University, Yoshkar-Ola, Russia

Prof. Mikhail V. Dubinin

Faculty of Medicine, Mari State University, Yoshkar-Ola, Russia

Prof. Nivedita Das Kundu

Foreign Policy Analyst & Professor of International Relations, UzSWLU, Uzbekistan

Prof. Sanjar Shavkatovich
Saidov

Head, Dept. of Political Science UzSWLU, Uzbekistan

Dr. Sidharth Shankar

Vice Chancellor, Indira Gandhi Technological and Medical Sciences University, Ziro

Prof. V. Krishna Ananth

Dean, School of Social Sciences and Professor of History, Sikkim University, Gangtok

Dr. Andrey
Konkov

Researcher, Sirius University of Science and Technology, Sochi, Russia

Dr. Indira Gazieva

Dept. of Oriental Studies, Institute of Linguistics, RSUH, Russia

Dr. Vaidyanath Nishant

Dept. of English & Cultural Studies, Christ University, Bengaluru

Aditya Kiran Kakati

Faculty of Religion, Culture & Society, University of Groningen

Mr. Om Dhungel

Director, Om Dhungel Strengths Based Leadership, Honorary Adjunct Fellow, University of Technology Sydney, Australia

Sub - themes

We invite abstracts limited to 250 words on various topics related but not limited to the following sub-themes :

Philosophical Foundations of the Indian Knowledge System.
Ancient Science of Life: Ayurveda, Yoga, and Unani healthcare system.
Insights into Pharmacognosy, phytochemistry and natural product medicines.
Traditional medicine-inspired approaches to drug discovery through ethnobotany and ethnopharmacology.
Global Contributions and Modern Relevance of Ancient Indian Mathematics, Astronomy, and Technology.
Indian Science, Engineering and Technology.
Indian Culture and Civilization.
Human society,
Indian town planning and Architecture
Scientific Rationality in Vedic and Classical Texts.
Physics in Indian Scientific System.
Chemistry in Indian scientific tradition.
Indian Aesthetics (Music and Music Instruments)
Sustainability and Ecology in Indigenous Knowledge Traditions.
Language, Literature, and Logic: Knowledge Transmission through Classical Indian Texts.
Polity, Statecraft and Governance.
Education and Pedagogy.
Ethics, Spirituality, and Consciousness.
Interweaving Sacred and Scientific Knowledge for Future Innovation and Policy Frameworks.
Historical developments in the realm of Indian law and the Indian judicial system.
Indian contribution and breakthroughs in the field of veterinary & agricultural science.
Indian innovations in the field of sports.
Indian innovations in the field of trade and commerce.
Traditional & modern methods of forest conservation.
Indigenous medicine and medical practices.
Indigenous methods to combat climate and economic disasters.
Local culinary cultures and food habits.
Ways to conserve Indian heritage sites.
Nanoscience & Nano-technology.
Preventive health and laboratory monitoring for early disease diagnosis
Biomechanics and posture correction in Yogic practices.

Call for Abstracts (Oral/Poster Presentation)

Paper presenters are requested to specify the sub-themes in their abstracts (if applicable).
Papers are to be presented in English.
The conference will be held in hybrid mode.
Quality abstracts will be considered for publication in an abstract book with ISBN number.

Important Dates

Last date of submission of abstracts : 31 December, 2025 (now extended to 10 January, 2026)

Notification of acceptance of abstracts (Oral presentation/Posters) : 5 January, 2026 (now extended to 15 January, 2026)

How to Register

Kindly send your abstracts and other details to the following link – https://forms.gle/Dtxhj2XyizYSmKzY7

Registration Fees

Indian Delegates –
- Faculty Members and Academicians – Rs 3000
- Research Scholars – Rs 1500
- UG/PG Students – Rs 1000
Foreign Delegates –
- Faculty Members and Academicians – 100 USD
- Research Scholars and Students – 50USD

*In case of multiple authors, all the authors have to register separately.

Accommodation

Guest house accommodation on twin sharing basis may be provided @ Rs. 1500/- per day.
Hotel accommodation also may be arranged on request.

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Organising Committee

Chief Patrons

Mr. Jashodaranjan DasPresident, SSA Society
Mr. Bijoyananda Chowdhury Secretary, SSA Society

Patrons

Prof. Jayanta Deka Chancellor, GCU, Assam

Advisors

Prof. Kandarpa Das Vice Chancellor, GCU, Assam
Prof. Dipankar Saha Registrar, GCU, Assam

Conference Director

Prof. Damiki Laloo Director, Research & Development Cell, Professor, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, GCU, Assam

Convenors

Dr. Nirmala Devi Associate Professor, Dept. of Chemistry, GCU, Assam
Dr. Anisha Bordoloi Head, Dept. of History, IKS Co-ordinator, GCU, Assam

Co-Convenors

Dr. Rachel Kabi Head, Dept. of Social Work & Sociology, GCU, Assam
Dr. Vidhya Srinivasan Head, Dept. of Medical Laboratory Technology, GCU, Assam
Dr. Sandip Bordoloi Head, Dept. of Electrical Engineering, GCU, Assam
Dr. Bhrigu Kumar Das Associate Professor, Dept. of Pharmacology, GCU, Assam

Contact : Dr. Sandip Bordoloi, Ph. No.: +91 99574 30428 Dr. Bhrigu Kumar Das, Ph. No.: +91 80118 31765

Email: [email protected]