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Dharma Samaj PG College, Aligarh
Affiliated to Raja Mahendra Pratap Singh University
ICSSRICSSR Sponsored National Seminar

Youth-Driven Panch Parivartan

Pathways to Social Change and National Development in Atmanirbhar Bharat

An interdisciplinary gathering of students, scholars, faculty, and policymakers examining five transformations shaping India's youth-led future.

“Empowering youth to lead India's Panch Parivartan — transforming mindset, economy, society, technology, and culture — toward a self-reliant, ethical, and united nation.”

Dates
31 Aug – 1 Sep 2026
Venue
Dharma Samaj PG College, Aligarh
Mode
Hybrid — In-person & Online
Final Paper Submission
20 August 2026
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Distinguished Presence

Advisory & Keynote Spotlight

Thematic Framework

The Five Pillars

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Mindset Transformation

Youth Psychology and Civic Responsibility

Positive youth development and resilience, civic engagement, participatory democracy, value-based education, mental health.

02

Economic Transformation

Entrepreneurship and Self-Reliance

Start-up culture, skill development, sustainable enterprises, green economy, indigenous innovation, Swadeshi lifestyle.

03

Social Transformation

Equity, Sustainability and Community Harmony

Equity, inclusion, harmony, community initiatives, environmental sustainability.

04

Digital & Technological Transformation

Technology and Responsible Citizenship

Digital literacy, cyber ethics, AI innovation, youth-led equity initiatives, bridging the digital divide.

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Cultural, Ethical Transformation

Heritage and Global Responsibility

Indian knowledge systems, family values, integrating tradition with modernity.

Interdisciplinary & IKS Sub-Themes

All invited themes

Self-realization & cognitive detachment (Ashtavakra Gita, Upanishads) Youth identity & self-efficacy through Atma-bodha Integrating Sankhya & Yoga for emotional balance and resilience Psychological well-being, mindfulness & character building in education Work ethics & self-reliance in the Bhagavad Gita Dharma–Artha–Kama–Moksha as holistic economic vision Swadeshi & sustainable living as Lokasangraha (Collective Welfare) Gandhian Sarvodaya, village industries & rural development Circular economy rooted in Shubh-Labh Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam & social harmony as grassroot solution Inclusion & equality in Buddhist Karuna and Jain Anekantavada Re-evaluating women's historic agency (Shakti) in leadership via IKS Rational inquiry (Tarka Shastra) & ethical reasoning in digital spaces Satya & Ahimsa to counter cyberbullying, fake news, hate speech Technology as Yajna — a disciplined offering for societal uplift Indigenous ethical blueprint for AI & automated governance Data security, digital sovereignty & global technopolitics Indian Philosophy of Dharma & youth leadership Rasa Theory & aesthetic education for moral refinement Family values (Kutumb Prabodhan) & intergenerational ethics Ethics, Values and Nation Building

Themes are indicative, not exhaustive — scholars are encouraged to propose original interdisciplinary perspectives aligned with youth-driven Panch Parivartan.

Timeline

Key dates

20 AUGUST 2026
Final paper submission deadline
31 AUG – 1 SEP 2026
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Author Guidelines

Submission at a glance

  • Who can participateStudents, Scholars, Faculty, Policymakers, NGOs, Industry
  • Abstract formatMax 300 words, 3–5 keywords
  • Full paper10 pages / 5000 words (excl. refs)
  • FormatAPA 7th · TNR 12pt · 1.5 spacing
  • LanguageEnglish or Hindi (Krutidev-10)
  • Plagiarism limitStrict 15% (excl. refs)
  • PublicationSeminar Proceedings (ISBN) + edited book
  • Submit toyouthpsychology.dsc@gmail.com
Registration & Fees

Registration & Fees

CategoryLast dateFee
Students (UG & PG)20 August 2026₹300
Research Scholars20 August 2026₹500
Faculty Members20 August 2026₹700

(Registration Fee includes seminar kit, lunch, and tea)

On-spot registration available at the venue desk; advance registration preferred. No TA/DA provided; paper presenters may be considered for limited reimbursement as per ICSSR norms.

Outstation Participants

Accommodation

Accommodation will be arranged on a paid basis (shared/single, subject to availability). Participants may also book their own stay. A list of nearby hotels/guest houses will be shared after registration.

Leadership

Patronage

Prof. N.B. Singh
Chief Patron
Prof. N.B. Singh
Vice Chancellor, Raja Mahendra Pratap Singh University, Aligarh
Prof. Mukesh Kumar Bhardwaj
Patron
Prof. Mukesh Kumar Bhardwaj
Principal, Dharma Samaj PG College, Aligarh
Prof. Sanjeev Varshney
Administrative Patron
Prof. Sanjeev Varshney
Regional Higher Education Officer, Aligarh
Advisory Committee
Prof. Kameshwar Nath Singh
Prof. Kameshwar Nath Singh
Vice-Chancellor, Central University of South Bihar, Bihar
Prof. Girishwar Mishra
Prof. Girishwar Mishra
Former Vice-Chancellor, MGAHV Wardha, Maharashtra
Prof. Mohanlal Chhipa
Prof. Mohanlal Chhipa
Former V.C., MDS University Ajmer & ABVH University, M.P.
Prof. Sanjeet Gupta
Prof. Sanjeet Gupta
DDU Gorakhpur University; Former V.C., Chandrashekhar Univ., Ballia, U.P.
Prof. Anubhuti Dubey
Prof. Anubhuti Dubey
Dept. of Psychology & DSW, DDU Gorakhpur University, U.P.
Prof. Ashutosh Priya
Prof. Ashutosh Priya
Dept. of Applied Economics, MJP Rohilkhand University, Bareilly, U.P.
Prof. Renu Prakash
Prof. Renu Prakash
Director, School of Social Science, UOU Haldwani, Uttarakhand
Prof. Manju Panwar
Prof. Manju Panwar
Dept. of Social Work, BPS Women's University, Sonipat, Haryana
Flt Lt (Prof.) Prerna Puri
Flt Lt (Prof.) Prerna Puri
Head, Dept. of Psychology, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur
Prof. Poonam Singh
Prof. Poonam Singh
Principal, Baikunthi Devi Kanya Mahavidyalay, BRA University, Agra, U.P.
Prof. Shah Alam
Prof. Shah Alam
Head, Department of Psychology, AMU Aligarh, U.P.

Other eminent scholars to be announced.

Get in Touch

Organizing Committee & Contacts

Convener & Organizing Secretary
Dr. Dinesh Kumar Gupt
Sr. Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology
Co-Convener
Dr. Ashutosh Tiwari
Assistant Professor, Department of Education
Faculty Coordinators
Dr. Manju Singh
Dr. Moinuddin
Dr. Rekha Tomar
Student Coordinators
Priyanka Yadav
Happy Singh

Be part of the conversation

Join students, scholars, faculty, and policymakers from across disciplines shaping India's youth-driven path toward Atmanirbhar Bharat.