AICTE VAANI Scheme Sponsored National Conference
Climate-Resilient Agrotech and
Sustainable Food Processing
for Viksit Bharat 2047
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8β9 October 2026
π Astha School of Management,
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
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Established in 2008, ASTHA School of Management is a NAAC-accredited, AICTE-approved B-School affiliated with BPUT, Odisha. The institute offers a full time MBA programme focused on industry readiness, entrepreneurship, innovation, and ethical leadership.Through experiential learning and value-based education, ASTHA develops socially responsible professionals contributing to management education and society. The institution is committed to the vision of multilingual technical education and aims to contribute significantly to the objectives of AICTE-VAANI by promoting technical discourse in Indian languages.
Conference Highlights
AICTE VAANI Scheme
National Conference sponsored under the AICTE VAANI Scheme.
Free Registration
Participation is completely free for all selected delegates.
ISBN Proceedings
Accepted papers will be published in the conference proceedings.
Bilingual Sessions
Technical discussions in English and Odia.
Networking
Researchers, Industry, Faculty and Students.
Participation Certificate
Digital certificate for all registered participants.
About the Conference
Climate-Resilient Agrotech and Sustainable Food Processing
for Viksit Bharat 2047
The AICTE VAANI Scheme Sponsored National Conference aims to bring together academicians, researchers, industry experts, policymakers and students
to deliberate on innovative technologies and sustainable practices for climate-resilient agriculture and food processing.
Climate-Resilient Agriculture
AI & Emerging Technologies
Sustainable Food Processing
Research & Academic Collaboration
Research Contributions
Call for Papers
Call for Papers
Researchers, academicians, industry professionals and students are invited to submit original research papers aligned with the conference themes.
Guidelines for Submission of Extended Abstracts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Submission Deadline | On or before 31/08/2026 |
| Content to Submit | Title Page + Extended abstract + References |
| Word Limit | Not exceeding 1000 words (excluding Title Page and References) |
| Title Page Requirements | - Authors' Names - Affiliation & Contacts (Email ID & Mobile No.) |
| Keywords | Within 5 to 6 keywords |
| Formatting | - Font: Times New Roman, size 12 - Line spacing: 1.5 - Margins: 1 inch on all sides |
| Additional Requirement | A statement confirming the work is the authorsβ original work |
Guidelines for Submission of Full Papers
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Submission Deadline | On or before 14/09/2026 |
| Submission Format | Microsoft Word file should be sent to the specified email address/ web-link |
| Word Limit | Not exceeding 4000 words (excluding Title Page, Illustrations, and References) |
| Formatting | Font: Times New Roman, size 12 - Line spacing: 1.5 - Margins: 1 inch on all sides |
| Title Page Requirements | - Title of the paper - Name(s) of author(s) - Designation - Affiliation - Contact number - Email ID |
| Referencing Style | APA-7 Edition |
| Review Criteria | - Originality - Importance - Research content - Relevance - Inferences - Presentation & organization |
| Joint Paper Requirement | - All authors must register for the seminar - At least one author must present the paper |
Research Tracks
Original research papers are invited under, but not limited to, the following thematic tracks.
AI, Digital Agriculture & Smart Farming
- Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture
- Precision Farming & Smart Agriculture
- IoT Applications in Agriculture
- Drone Technology in Crop Monitoring
- Digital Agriculture & Data Analytics
Climate Resilience & Sustainable Agriculture
- Climate-Smart Agricultural Practices
- Water Management & Smart Irrigation
- Organic Farming & Sustainable Agriculture
- Indigenous Agricultural Knowledge Systems
Food Processing & Value Addition
- Sustainable Food Processing Technologies
- Post-Harvest Management & Food Preservation
- Millet Processing & Nutritional Security
- Food Safety, Quality & Standards
- Green Packaging & Sustainable Logistics
Sustainable Systems & Circular Economy
- Circular Economy & Agro-Waste Utilization
- Renewable Energy in Agriculture
- Agri Supply Chain & Cold Chain Management
Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Rural Development
- Agri Entrepreneurship & Startups
- Women Entrepreneurship in Food Processing
- Rural Innovation & Community Development
Conference Schedule
Important Dates
Important Dates
Keep track of all major deadlines related to paper submission and conference participation.
Abstract Submission
31/08/2026Acceptance Notification
02/09/2026Full Paper Submission
14/09/2026Conference Dates
8β9 October 2026Distinguished Experts
Keynote Speakers
Keynote Speakers
Meet the eminent academicians, researchers and industry leaders who will share their expertise during the conference.
Dr. Ashok Mangaraj
Freelance, HR Consultant & Faculty
AAO, Dept. of Agriculture, Govt. of Odisha
Keynote Speaker
Ms. Sony Mehata
Regional HR Head- Commerce (East & South)
United Breweries Ltd.
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Anuradha Mishra
Asst. Professor, Centre for Agri-management
Utkal University
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Nibedita Adhikari
Asst. Professor, Dept. of Computer Science
Utkal University
Keynote SpeakerOrganizer
Organizing Committee
Organizing Committee
Dr. Bankim Mohanty
ED-cum-Secretary
ASTHA School of Management
Bhubaneswar
Prof.(Dr.) Sharmila Subramanian
Principal
ASTHA School of Management
Bhubaneswar
Dr. Swetapadma Dash
Associate Professor
ASTHA School of Management
Bhubaneswar
Dr. Anindita Das
Assistant Professor
ASTHA School of Management
Bhubaneswar
Members
- Dr. Bishnu Prasad Kar
- Dr. Sunil Kumar Mishra
- Dr. Ananya Swain
- Prof. Kali Prasad Satapathy
- Mr. Umasankar Swain
- Mr. Hrudananda Pradhan
Join the Conference
Registration
Registration
Participation in the conference is completely free under the AICTE VAANI Scheme.
No Registration Fee
Registration is absolutely free for all eligible participants.
Please follow the steps below to complete your registration successfully.
Reach Us
Venue & Contact Information
Venue & Contact Information
We look forward to welcoming you to Astha School of Management, Bhubaneswar, for the AICTE VAANI National Conference.
Conference Venue
ASTHA School of Management
261, Panchamukhi Vihar, Atala
Bhubaneswar β 752101
Odisha, India
Conference Coordinator
Dr. Swetapadma Dash
Conference Convener
