Two days International Conference on India, Global South and Technology: Pathways for Inclusive Growth and Strategic Cooperation IGST 2026

The conference on "India, Global South and Technology: Advancing Inclusive Growth and Strategic Cooperation" provides a platform for academicians, researchers, policymakers, industry experts, and students to discuss India's growing role in leveraging technology for sustainable and inclusive development. The conference will focus on emerging technologies, digital transformation, innovation, strategic partnerships, and South–South cooperation in addressing global challenges. It aims to promote dialogue on technology-driven solutions in healthcare, education, climate resilience, governance, and economic growth. The conference seeks to foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and policy recommendations that strengthen India's leadership in advancing shared prosperity across the Global South.

Paper and Poster Presentation

• India's Leadership in the Global South: Emerging Strategic Partnerships
• Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI): India's Model for Inclusive Development
• Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
• Technology Diplomacy in a Multipolar World
• Digital Transformation and Inclusive Economic Growth
• Cybersecurity and Digital Sovereignty in the Global South
• Semiconductor Ecosystems and Strategic Technology Cooperation
• Industry 5.0: Human-Centric Manufacturing for Sustainable Development
• AI Governance, Ethics, and Responsible Innovation
• Smart Healthcare Technologies for the Global South
• Telemedicine, Digital Health, and Universal Healthcare Access
• Quantum Computing and Emerging Geopolitical Challenges
• Blockchain for Transparent Governance and Public Service Delivery
• Internet of Things (IoT) and Smart Nation Initiatives
• Renewable Energy Technologies and Green Growth
• Climate Change, Clean Energy, and Technology-Driven Sustainability
• Smart Agriculture and Food Security Using AI and IoT
• Digital Financial Inclusion and FinTech Innovations
• Space Technology and International Cooperation for Development
• Future Skills, Digital Education, and Workforce Readiness
• Women in STEM and Technology-Led Inclusive Development
• Smart Cities, Urban Innovation, and Sustainable Infrastructure
• Data Governance, Privacy, and Cross-Border Digital Cooperation
• Startups, Innovation Ecosystems, and Entrepreneurship in the Global South
• India's Vision for Viksit Bharat 2047: Technology as a Driver of Global South Cooperation

Deadline of Article Submission : 03.09.2026
Intimation of Acceptance : 10.09.2026
Registration Deadline : 15.09.2026
Conference Dates : 25.09.2026 & 26.09.2026

Registration Fee : Rs. 1500 per article (Max. 4 authors)

Karpagam Institute of Technology
S.F.No.247,248, L&T Bypass Road,
Seerapalayam Village, Bodipalayam Post,
Coimbatore – 641 105

Dr. S. Gopinath (Mobile: 9566994805)
Convener
Head – Research and Extensions
Professor/ECE

Dr. M. Murugesan (Mobile: 6381469425)
Co-Convener & Head - IQAC
Associate Professor/ EEE