Introduction

The notion of self-reliance is to generate own resources, independence, self-sufficiency, resilience, emphasis on local capacity building and not depending on others. It gives priority to indigenisation with a sense of national mission as put forth by Swami Vivekananda. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visionary leadership introduced the scheme Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan. It recognizes the complementary role of private and government sectors for accelerating economic development. Essentially the approach of self-reliance will give better results through empowering people and bring better livelihood for the under privileged people. There are several initiatives taken by civil society organizations as well as Government of India for the development of the under-privileged. In the process of achieving self-reliance, the country cannot ignore the concept of inclusive growth. It is possible by focusing more towards eradication of poverty and employment opportunities which is fundamental to inclusive growth. Overall self-reliance is multi-dimensional and efforts from different sectors are required to achieve this objective.

In order to the achieve the goal of self-reliance, lessons learned from various stakeholders would give further boost to achieve the goal. Moreover, deliberations on various approaches and models on self-reliance could help replication and scaling up. It is not the responsibility of the government alone. Participation from civil society plays an important role in achieving self-reliance. Moreover, the lessons learned from various individuals, organizations on different aspects of self-reliance will be very crucial. Economic challenges post COVID-19 is highly challenging to make the progress in an efficient manner. COVID-19 has significantly impacted the growth of the country and it has given attention to new vision and effective approach to balance the economy. The present pandemic has taught us experience to face the biggest calamity ever faced by humanity in the history.

This seminar intended to join hands with efforts of government and civil society organizations to build new India. It will explore the varieties of initiatives taken by different sectors such as academicians, researchers, social workers’ intervention, grass root level NGO’s working to transform the life of under privileged people etc., Also it offers a platform to remember the unsung heroes of India’s freedom fighters, ideas to make India as Vishva Guru”, take lessons from India’s rich cultural heritage. Overall the seminar will provide a wonderful stage to celebrate India’s 75th anniversary of independence and give a great insight to enrich Self-reliant (Atmanirbhar Bharat) India.

Major Themes and Sub Themes of the Seminar (with Special Focus on the Under-Privileged Segment of Society)

1. Self-reliant (Atmanirbhar Bharat) India

• Path ways to achieve self-reliant India
• Opportunities and challenges on achieving self-reliant India
• India as supply chain hub
• Role of private sectors in Self-reliant India
• Scope of social work practice in self-reliant India
• “Vocal for local” promoting the local products to make them global
• Role of villages in self-reliant India
• Role of tier 2 and tier 3 cities in self-reliant India
• Youth and self-reliant India
• Women and self-reliant India
• Disabled and self-reliant India
• India’s current policies and efforts for self-reliant India
• Scope of Indigenization of Social Work and self-reliant India

2. Vishva Guru Bharat [English / Tamil]

• India’s wisdom to the world
• ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” – “the world is one family”
• Ideas for Vishva Guru Bharat
• Challenges for Vishva Guru Bharat
• Unity in diversity
• India’s approach towards achieving SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals)

3. Celebrating Unsung Heroes [English / Tamil]

• Unacknowledged heroes of India’s freedom struggle at national, state and local levels.
• Struggles of freedom movement
• Inspiring struggle for independence

Accommodation and Travel Allowance

Accommodation facilities shall be arranged in the hostel only for the outstation paper presenters on first come first serve basis, other outstation participants will be charged as per university norms, subject to availability. 

Traveling allowance will be provided to all the registered outstation paper presenters by the shortest distance (Non A/C Bus / Train (Sleeper Class)) will be reimbursed after submitting the original tickets. No local travel allowance will be provided to the local as well as outstation participants.

• Abstract / Full Paper Last Date: July 30, 2022
• Acceptance of Abstract / Full Paper: August 4, 2022
• Final Full Paper Submission Last Date: August 5, 2022
• Last Date for all the Registrations: August 7, 2022
• Date of the Seminar: August 12 – 13, 2022

How to Reach Amrita

Located near the border of Tamil Nadu and Kerala, about 2.5 km north of the Coimbatore-Palakkad highway (NH 47), the campus is ensconced by the Western Ghats on its three sides. It is 16 kms from Coimbatore City and 32 kms from Palakkad.

By Air: The closest airport is Coimbatore, located about 27 kilometers from the campus. Most airlines operate flights to Coimbatore from all major cities in India.

By Bus: The nearest major bus terminals are at Gandhipuram (about 22 kms) and Ukkadam (about 18 kms.). There are regular bus services from Gandhipuram (Bus Nos. 96, A3 and 3G) and Ukkadam (Bus Nos. 96, 48, S2, 3G and A3). Alight at Ettimadai Piruvu Bus Stop (Amrita College) and hire an auto rickshaw to the campus (3 kms). A3 bus will come upto the college Gate. The travel time from Ukkadam to Ettimadai Piruvu is around 45 minutes.

Ettimadai is a request stop for all Kerala and Tamil Nadu State Transport buses from Kerala. Alight at Ettimadai Piruvu Bus Stop (Amrita College) and hire an auto rickshaw to the campus (3 kms). Travel time from Palakkad to Ettimadai Piruvu is around one hour.

By Train: Passenger trains are available from Coimbatore Railway Station and Palghat Railway Station. Ettimadai Railway Station is only about 500 metres from the campus and one may easily walk to campus upon alighting at the station. Train schedules from Coimbatore Junction to Ettimadai and Palghat Junction to Ettimadai are available in website. Coimbatore is a major railway junction on the Southern Railways and there are trains to Chennai, Rameswaram, Madurai, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kanyakumari, Kozhikode, Mettupalayam, Kochi and Delhi.

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