About The Conference
Concerned with the increasing challenge of sustainability and the security of humanity,
'Sumangalam', an initiative based on Indian thought (भारतीय संस्कृति), presents a unique Indian
vision of addressing these challenges by securing the purity of the five basic elements of nature, the Panchamahabhuta (पंचमहाभूत)
, consisting of the Earth (पृथ्वी), Water (जल/आप), Fire (अग्नि/तेज ), Air (वायु) and
Space (आकाश).
Modern science, too, is turning today to an integrated view that was first heralded by the concept of the
Panch Mahabhutas, which were considered the holistic foundation of all Nature, the matter
and the force through whose constant interplay life is created and sustained. A fundamental harmony
exists at both the macrocosmic and microcosmic levels. Understanding the holistic foundations of life,
Nature and humanity’s place in it is essential to overcome the conflicts between humans and
Nature, the root cause of the environmental challenges we face today.
To shape the solutions to the challenge of climate change and associated environmental
concerns based on the synergy of Indian philosophical tradition and modern science, a National
Conference on "Akash for Life" is being organised by Vijnana Bharati in association
with various science Ministries/Departments and Uttarakhand State during November 5-6, 2022, at
Uttaranchal University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
Eminent scientists, thought leaders, academics, traditional knowledge experts, practitioners,
industry leaders, social and field workers, and students would actively participate in the
conference. The event ensures an excellent opportunity to interact and initiate collaborations
at the academic, industrial, and social levels.
Where
Uttaranchal University Campus, Dehradun
When
November 4-7, 2022
Event Sessions
Theme of Sessions
Earth and Atmosphere: Interactions of Akash
Environment & Climate Change: Role of Akash
Impact of modern technologies on Akash
Space Technology for knowing Akash
Sustainability, Adaptation & Mitigation measures
Eminent Speakers
Prof. Jagadish Shukla
Distinguished University Professor, George Mason University (GMU), ... Managing Director, Center for Ocean-Land-Atmosphere Studies (COLA)
Dr. Nandita Srivastava
Senior Professor and Deputy Head (Admin),
...
Udaipur Solar Observatory,
Physical Research Laboratory
Prof. Dibyendu Nandi
Vice President, Commission E4, International Astronomical Union (IAU);
...
Coordinator, International Space Weather Action Team Education Cluster, Committee on Space Research (COSPAR);
Head, Center of Excellence in Space Sciences India (CESSI);
Professor, Department of Physical Sciences;
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Kolkata
Dr. Anil Kulkarni
Distinguished Scientist,
Divecha Center for Climate Change,
...
Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore
Dr. A. P. Dimri
Director, Indian Institute of Geomagnetism, Mumbai, India;
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Professor (On Deputation), School of Environmental Sciences;
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India;
Concurrent Faculty, School of Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru;
University, New Delhi, India
Dr. David Frawley
Astrologer (Acharya),
American Institute of
Vedic Studies-USA
...
Dr. Raman Sukumar
Professor, Indian Institute of Science Bangalore
...
Dr. Prakash Chauhan
Director, NRSC
...
Dr. Pankaj Kumar
Professor, Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research, Bhopal
...
Dr. T V Muralivallabhan
Director, Marian Institute of Management,
Kuttikkanam
...
Dr. R Krishnan
Director, Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, Pune
...
Dr Mukul Tewari
Scientist,Thomas J. Watson Research Center, NY, USA
...
Dr. Shantanu Bhatwdekar
Scientific Secretary, ISRO, Bengaluru
...
Dr. Ankush Kohli
Scientist-E, Defence Research and Development Organisation
...
Dr. Geeta Vichare
Professor, Indian Institute of Geomagnetism, Mumbai
...
Prof. Mukesh Sharma
Professor, Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur
...
Prof. Mukesh Khare
Professor, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
...
Prof. Anil Bhardwaj
Director, Physical Research Laboratory, Ahmedabad
...
Dr. Natchimuthuk Gopalswamy
Scientist, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
...
Prof. Anand Patwardhan
Professor, University of Maryland, college park, USA
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Currently co-chair of the world adaptation science program and the adaptation research alliance
Prof S K Dhaka
Professor, Delhi University
...
Dr. T. K. Mandal
Scientist, NPL, New Delhi
...
Subinoy Das
Astrophysicist, Indian Institute of Astrophysics
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J R Bhatt
Advisor, MOEFCC, New Delhi
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Dr. Tejal Kanitkar
Professor, NIAS, Bangalore
...
T Jayaraman
Professor, MSSF, Chennai
...
Dr. A K Sahai
Rtd. Scientist, IITM Pune
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Prof. S Gurubaran
Professor, IIG, Mumbai
...
Dr. Rashmi Sharma
Scientist, SAC
...
Dr. S. K Sarkar
Scientist, SAC
...
Dr. Akhilesh Mishra
Scientist, NCMRWF, Noida
...
Prof. Amit Garg
Professor, Indian Institutes of Management, Ahmedabad
...
Dr. Rama Jayasundar
Professor & Head, Dept of NMR, AIIMS,New Delhi
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Dr. Madhulika Guhathakurta
NASA/USA
...
Event Venue
Event venue location details and gallery
Uttaranchal University Campus
Arcadia Grant, Chandanwari, Prem Nagar, Dehradun
Hotels
Hotel Blessing Bells
Locality / Area: Ballupur Road
E-Mail: blessing.bells2017@gmail.com
Contact: Babita Rawat (9068557616, 9068557617)
Cygnett Inn Paras
Locality / Area: Near ISBT Bus Stand
E-Mail: fom.cipd@cygnetthotels.com
Contact: ANKUR BAHUGUNA (8279797647)
Hotel Ajanta Continental
Locality / Area: Rajpur Road
E-Mail: hotelajanta@hotmail.com
Contact: AMIT GUPTA (0135-2749595/96, 9997911600)
Effotel
Locality / Area: GMS Road
E-Mail: fom@effoteldehradun.com
Contact: NEHA JHA (9258129004, 135-6176666)
Hotel LP Residency
Locality / Area: Kaulagarh Road
E-Mail: info@hotellpresidency.com
Contact: ARPIT SAKLANI (7060612323, 7251999744)
The Glory Hotel
Locality / Area: Saharanpur Road
E-Mail: gloryhotel@gmail.com
Contact: MIJAN BISHT (9837303895, 9049572000)
Hotel Calista
Locality / Area: Saharanpur Road
E-Mail: kanwarbisht07@gmail.com
Contact: Kanwar Singh bisht (8171444777)
Hotel Grand Legacy Elite
Locality / Area: Saharanpur Road
Website: www.grandlegacyhotels.com
Contact: Harish (8958011888)
Marbella Hotel
Locality / Area: Rajpur road
E-Mail: gm@marbella.co.in
Contact: Ashok Kapoor (7617555605)
Hotel Deepshikha
Locality / Area: Rajpur Road
E-Mail: hoteldeepshikhadehradun@gmail.com
Contact: ROHITASH NEGI (7017146990, 9412178800)
Hotel Sand Stone
Locality / Area: Near ISBT Bus Stand
Contact: KALYAN SINGH CHAUHAN (8077780550)
Hotel Grand Legacy Prime
Locality / Area: GMS Road
E-Mail: grand legacyprime.doon@gmail.com
Contact: Kanhaiya Bhatiya (9058118885)
Hotel Grand Legacy
Locality / Area: Saharanpur Road
Website: www.grandlegacyhotels.com
Contact: Baldev Rawat (9358774612, 9319561859)
Keys Prima
Locality / Area: Rajpur road
E-Mail: sales1dn.keys@lemontreehotels.com
Contact: Pranesh Singh Rana (9319096123)
Sky King
Locality / Area: Rajpur road
E-Mail: hotelskyking@hotmail.com
Contact: Om Prakash (9720659804)
Kailash Plaza
Locality / Area: Rajpur road
E-Mail: kpkailashplaza @gmail.com
Contact: Suhani Jain (8828041358)
Hotel Golden Leaf
Locality / Area: Sudhowala, Chakrata Road
E-Mail: doongoldenleaf@gmail.com
Contact: Anshul Rana (8449567355, 0135-3525436)
Organizers
Exhibition
A four-day exhibition on Akash Tattva is organised during November 4-7, 2022 in the backdrop of the conference. The exhibits, models, posters, etc. will showcase the multiple dimensions of the concerns and remedies through scientific & creative art forms. An audio-visual center would screen short-films, movies, documentaries, and simulators.
Poster Session
Posters enabling the free expression of opinions and perspectives on Akash Tattva would be displayed. A balance would be maintained between inputs ranging from strictly scientific to artistic.
Media Coordination Committee
Dr. Debi Prasad Uniyal
Uttarakhand State Council for Science And Technology, Dehradun
Prof Kuldeep Singh Rawat
Govt. Degree College, Dehradun
Dr. Ravindra Kumar
Gurukul Kangri Viswavidyalaya, Haridwar
Dr. Dipendra Tripathi
Indian Institute of Petroleum, Dehradun
Dr. Amit Pokhariyal
Uttarakhand State Council for Science And Technology, Dehradun
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