Sustainable development necessitates a holistic approach from the ecology, economic, socio-cultural and institutional framework. Measuring growth on the basis of profit and production is now a concept of past, the stakeholders are also concerned about the impact on the Planet and People while generating profit. World over countries are unanimous on this pressing issue and working to turnaround the damage already taken place, which if not checked now, will prove to be disastrous. The role and responsibilities of Government, Corporate (Public and Private), Academicians, R&D, Civil Society and individual citizens are vital to contribute towards holistic approach for sustainable development and ensuring that mother earth continues to bless the future generations with its natural and precious resources. Looking at the importance of the theme, an International Conference is scheduled at IIFM to bring together researchers, academicians, practitioners and policy makers to present their research findings, new concepts and cases on practices adopted to face this global challenge. The conference is directed towards deliberation and discussion on following themes: Sub-Themes SDGs and role of public, private and civil society Sustainable operations and supply chain management Eco-friendly product and package design Managing plastic and other recyclable waste Corporate Social Responsibility Socially responsible Marketing and responsible consumerism Role of Technology and R&D for sustainability Sustainable Finance &Investment Issues in Climate change Sustainable Forest Management Renewable Energy Rural Development Conservation and Livelihood Sustainable resource extraction Environmental economics Payments for Ecosystem Services Institutions and Sustainability The Indian Institute of Forest Management, Bhopal (IIFM) is an autonomous institute under the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of India. For over 35 years it is dedicated to support specialized sectors like forestry management, environment, development by way of providing trained human resources and undertaking research and consultancy in this niche sector of Natural Resource Management. IIFM also focuses on the Sustainable Management Practices that should be adopted by public and private sector for achieving economic objectives in devising and implementing various functional strategies. In its endeavor to gain excellence to serve its stakeholders, it constantly strives to update and expand its focus to respond to the changing needs of all the concerned stakeholders. Situated on a hill and surrounded with water bodies on three sides, the Campus is one of the most beautiful educational campuses in the country designed by leading Architect.
1 Last date for Abstract submission - 2nd November 2018 2 Confirmation of Abstract acceptance - 20th November 2018 3 Full paper submission - 15th December 2018 Abstract (maximum 500 words) should be submitted in Times New Roman font size 12 for text with single line spacing without indentations in MS word / PDF Format at conference@iifm.ac.in. The title page should include title of the paper, broad theme under which you wish your abstract to be included, full name/s, affiliation, corresponding address, e-mail and phone number of the author/s. Abstracts of the empirical papers should cover Objectives, theoretical and conceptual framework, research methodology, main findings, and recommendations for policy or practice. The conceptual paper may mention briefly the purpose, the theme, the organizing construct, data sources used, conclusions and recommendations. Abstract for case or practice paper may include details of the new practice evolved and applied and how it improved/ solved the problem point. Note: All submissions will be reviewed by the experts from the area, selected abstract of registered authors will be published in compendium of conference proceeding. In addition, full papers will be sent for blind review for publication consideration in edited books with reputed publishers. A Best Paper Award will be selected by the committee in each category of Research Scholars / Corporate / Faculty among the presented papers in the conference. The award will carry a certificate and cash prize of Rs. 5000/-.
For citizens of SAARC Nations Other Foreign Delegates Details Early bird (up to 15 th December 2018) Regular (last date 15th January, 2018) Corporate 1500 INR 2000 INR US $ 100 Academician/ NGO/ Government 1350 INR 1750 INR US $ 75 Students/ Research 750 INR 1000 INR US $ 50 Scholars Those not submitted papers can also register as delegates Payments can be made by NEFT transfer to Account No. 30662291254, IFSC: SBIN0012194 (State Bank of India, IIFM Branch) or demand draft in favor of Director IIFM payable at Bhopal. Accommodation can be availed at IIFM in Guest House on twin sharing/ single sharing basis (subject to prior request and availability) during the conference on payment in advance as per IIFM specified rate. The accommodation charges for IIFM Guest House would be Rs. 1250/- for single occupancy, Rs. 750/- per day for twin sharing and for students Rs. 600/- per day (double occupancy). Bhopal the city of lakes is the capital of Madhya Pradesh and is blessed with many lakes. Bhopal is among the greenest and cleanest cities of India. Apart from lakes, it offers variety of places of interest to tourists ranging from cultural center like Bharat Bhavan which has an art gallery& amphitheater, and a Tribal museum, Museum of Man (Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sanghralaya), Regional Science Center and a planetarium; Van Vihar National Park, which has many species of animals living in their natural habitat. Shaurya Smarak, a war memorial having a museum depicting heroes of our country i.e. the soldiers and martyrs. Places of worships like Birla Mandir, Manuabhan Tekri, Jama-Masjid, Moti Masjid etc. Bhopal has some of the best academic institutes and is considered as an educational hub. Nearby places Bhimbetaka caves (houses paints of Neolithic age), and Stupas in Sanchi, a World Heritage site are popular among visitors. The month of February offers a very pleasant weather to the residents and guests of Bhopal. The typical day temperature ranges from 14-28 0 C. Conference Host: Dr. Pankaj Srivastava, Director, IIFM Conference Convener: Dr. Jayashree Dubey, Faculty, IIFM, jayashree@iifm.ac.in Conference Technical Committee: Dr. MadhuVerma Dr. Yogesh Dubey Dr. M.D. Omprakash Dr. Ashish David Dr. U.K.Sharma Conference organizing committee: Shri Dharmendra K. Hota, For registration conference@iifm.ac.in, dharmendrah@iifm.ac.in Er. V. Devadevan Dr. D. Dugaya Dr. Manish Mishra Dr. Manoj Kumar Singh All correspondence should be addressed to Conference Convener Indian Institute of Forest Management Post Box. No. -357, Nehru Nagar Bhopal (M.P.) - PIN-462003 Tel- 0755-2775716, 2773799 Fax. 0755-2772878
ANUSANDHAN 2019 February 21-22, 2019 Venue: IIFM Bhopal Registration Form Please send filled-up registration form at email: conference@iifm.ac.in along with NEFT- UTR No. for registration fee paid. Recent Passport size photo Name of the Participant Degree (PhD, Ms, Professional) Designation/Status * Affiliation Organization Address Dr./Mr./Ms. Student Yes / No City & Country PIN / ZIP Email Mobile Title of the paper NEFT - UTR No. / Draft number Draft details: Amount, Date issuing bank Accommodation required * Author (s): Rs. Yes Issuing Bank Date: From To. Place *Limited accommodation is available and will be valid for the duration of conference only. ** Accommodation will be provided by paying according to tariff on the spot at IIFM *** The accommodation charges for IIFM Guest House would be Rs. 1250/- for single & Rs. 750/- for double occupancy, for students Rs. 600/- per day (double occupancy) Payment Details Payments can be made by NEFT transfer in Account No. 30662291254, IFSC: SBIN0012194 (State Bank of India, IIFM Branch) or a/c payee demand draft in favor of Director IIFM payable at Bhopal to be sent at IIFM s address in the envelop clearly marked as Registration for Anusandhan - 2019 on the top. Participants using NEFT transfer mode of payment can submit their registration form at: conference@iifm.ac.in. No