The School of Liberal Arts, Uttaranchal University, Dehradun, successfully organised a two-day International Conference on “Beyond Disciplinary Boundaries: Emerging Perspectives in Humanities and Social Sciences, Mass Media and Technology” on 2–3 November 2026. The conference aimed to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and encourage innovative research.
The inaugural session commenced with a welcome address by Prof. (Dr.) Kartikey, Director, School of Liberal Arts, followed by addresses from Prof. (Dr.) Rajesh Bahuguna, Pro-Vice Chancellor who emphasized the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and academic innovation, and Prof. (Dr.) Dharam Buddhi, Vice Chancellor, who encouraged participants to embrace emerging knowledge perspectives and contribute to meaningful research.
The conference featured insightful deliberations by eminent speakers, including Prof. (Dr.) Raghav Mehra, Prof. (Dr.) Prakash Joshi, Dr. Pawan Sharma, Ms. Shivani Tewari, Prof. (Dr.) Vibha Sharma, Cameron Hogg, Dr. Cynthia Yolanda Doss, Prof. (Dr.) D.R. Purohit, Prof. (Dr.) Mosam Sinha, Dr. Jwalant Bhavsar, Mr. Neeraj Rajput. Mr. B.N. Tiwari, President, Federation of Western India Cine Employees, graced the valedictory session as Guest of Honour.
The conference received 195 research papers, of which 152 were presented offline and 43 online, reflecting its wide academic participation. Technical sessions, panel discussions, two symposia, a special talk and a roundtable discussion facilitated meaningful interdisciplinary exchange.
Outstanding Research Paper Awards were presented in four categories: Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Research Scholars and Academicians, recognizing academic excellence and innovative research.
The conference concluded with a cultural performance, experience-sharing by participants and certificate distribution.
The President and Vice President, Uttaranchal University, extended their blessings and best wishes to the participants and organizers, encouraging their academic endeavors, making the conference a memorable celebration of knowledge and academic excellence.
