TIMIT International Conference 2026 Focused on Sustainable Development, Research and Innovation
The International Conference 2026 was successfully organised by the TIMIT–College of Management at Teerthanker Mahaveer University. The two-day international conference was held at the university auditorium on the theme “Sustainable Development Goals: Challenges, Issues and Practices.” The event witnessed active participation from academicians, industry experts, researchers, delegates and students from India and abroad.
The programme began with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony, tilak ritual and cultural performances. During the inaugural session, Prof. Vipin Jain, Dean of the Faculty of Commerce and Management, welcomed the guests and highlighted the importance of connecting education and management with sustainable development goals in today’s changing world.
Experts Shared Insights on Sustainability and Education
On the first day of the International Conference 2026, several distinguished speakers shared their views on sustainability, innovation and education. Prof. Dr Suresh Iyer stressed the importance of promoting sustainable development through education and management practices. Prof. P.B. Singh described youth as the biggest strength for achieving sustainable growth.
Prabhanjan Prassan, Senior Director at Birlasoft, spoke about the need for active participation from the corporate sector in sustainable initiatives. Prof. K.S. Chandrashekhar highlighted the importance of making education more practical and employment-oriented. Neeraj Narang discussed the growing need to include sustainability in global human capital management strategies.
Senior Editor of NDTV, Himanshu Shekhar Mishra, also addressed the gathering and explained the important role of media in spreading awareness and guiding society towards development.
The event was attended by Dean (Academics) Prof. Manjula Jain and Vice Chancellor Prof. V.K. Jain, who shared their thoughts on innovation-driven research and the responsibilities of the education sector in achieving long-term development goals.
Panel Discussions and Research Activities Added Value
The second day of the International Conference included a panel discussion featuring experts from reputed universities across the country. The discussion focused on industry-oriented education, skill development, digital learning, research culture and career growth opportunities for students.
Experts, including Prof. Tarun Kumar Sharma, Prof. Divya, Dr Pranav Karbanda, Dr Manish Srivastava, Dr Rajkumar Singh, Dr Radheshyam Jha, Dr Pulkit Agrawal and Dr Pooja Vyas, shared valuable insights on the future of research-based education and holistic student development.
Technical sessions were also organised during the conference, where research papers were presented through both online and offline modes. Activities such as thesis presentations, case studies, poster competitions and Best Research Paper Awards made the event more engaging and innovative. Students actively participated in the sessions and confidently showcased their research skills.
Conclusion
The TIMIT International Conference 2026 ended on a successful and inspiring note. Vice Chancellor Prof. V.K. Jain appreciated all participants, delegates, researchers and organisers for making the conference meaningful and impactful. He stated that such international platforms help in knowledge exchange, innovation and the promotion of sustainable development. The conference proved to be highly informative, motivational and future-focused for students, researchers and academicians.
