Kohima: St Joseph University in Chumoukedima wrapped up its 4th International Conference on Multidisciplinary Research and Innovation on October 27. The two-day event ran from October 26, drawing academics and university leaders to debate global and regional hurdles. Attendees included the Vice-Chancellor, Registrar, and Deputy Registrar.
V Lovitoly Sema, the Additional Secretary of Higher and Technical Education for Nagaland, opened the event. She called for research that aligns with the National Education Policy. Sema noted that Nagaland holds vast potential in biodiversity and ecotourism. She urged scholars to use traditional knowledge to drive local job growth.
Prof Anup Kumar Das delivered the keynote speech. He represents the Agricultural Economics Research Centre for North-East India at Assam Agricultural University. He argued that modern research must protect ecosystems while fighting climate emergencies. He specifically pointed to past agricultural lessons, stating, "Drawing lessons from the Green Revolution, he also highlighted the importance of sustainable water use and called for collaborative, multidisciplinary research to address challenges affecting society and the environment."
The conference ended with a valedictory session featuring Prof Dr S Thiyagarajan and Dr Medongoi Rhakho. Dr Kinitoli H Yeptho, director of the internal quality cell, summarized the findings. Organizers awarded certificates to the participants before closing the gathering.
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