International Conference | Public Policy and Public Law | DBRANLU Sonepat | Georgia State University USA | Submit by 10 July 2026

International Conference | Public Policy and Public Law | DBRANLU Sonepat | Georgia State University USA | Submit by 10 July 2026

First International Conference on Public Policy and Public Law

• Asymmetries in Public Policy: Institutional Design and the Impact of Localism
• Dr. B. R. Ambedkar National Law University, Rajiv Gandhi Education City, Rai, Sonepat, Haryana, India
• 15 – 16 July, 2026
• Jointly organized by Dr. B. R. Ambedkar National Law University (DBRANLU), India and Public Finance Research Cluster, Andrew Young School of Policy Studies, Georgia State University, USA

Introduction

Decentralization has reshaped governance worldwide, devolving policy competencies from national to subnational levels. While it promises efficiency, inclusivity, and sustainability, challenges arise when uniform policies meet diverse cultural and traditional practices.

This conference explores asymmetric decentralization—a model that accommodates local customs and varying degrees of autonomy. With the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) emphasizing policy localization, the event seeks comparative perspectives on decentralization, federalism, and institutional asymmetries across democracies.

The aim is to foster dialogue among scholars, policymakers, and practitioners, producing actionable insights and contributing to the global development agenda and Viksit Bharat vision.

Sub‑Themes

• Fiscal Federalism and Administrative Asymmetries
• Fiscal Governance and Intergovernmental Finance
• Empowering Localities and Human Development
• Gender, Social Institutions, and Inclusive Development
• Localized Environmental Governance and Sustainability
• Artificial Intelligence, Labour Regulation, and Governance Challenges
• Legal Pluralism, Participation, and Democratic Governance
• Courts, Constitutional Design, and Multi‑level Governance

Objectives

• Analyze institutional design and local governance impacts on public policy outcomes.
• Promote interdisciplinary dialogue on fiscal, legal, social, and administrative asymmetries.
• Support comparative, policy‑oriented research on decentralization and democratic governance.
• Establish a forum for exchange among academics, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners.

Organizing Committee

Patrons

• Prof. (Dr.) Devinder Singh, Vice‑Chancellor, DBRANLU
• Prof. (Dr.) Ashutosh Mishra, Dean Academic Affairs, DBRANLU
• Mr. Paul Benson, Senior Director, PFRC, Georgia State University

Advisors

• Hon’ble Mr. Justice Rajesh Bindal, Former Judge, Supreme Court of India
• Hon’ble Mr. Justice R. K. Agrawal, Former Judge, Supreme Court of India
• Hon’ble Mr. Justice M. M. Kumar, Former Chief Justice, J&K High Court
• Hon’ble Mr. Justice Ravi Shankar Jha, Former Chief Justice, Punjab & Haryana High Court
• Prof. (Dr.) Raj Nehru, Director General, Swarna Jayanti Haryana Institute for Fiscal Management
• Sr. Prof. (Dr.) Usha Tandon, Vice‑Chancellor, Dr. Rajendra Prasad National Law University
• Dr. Charles Hankla, Professor of Political Science, Georgia State University
• Dr. Andrey Timofeev, Research Associate Professor of Economics, Georgia State University
• Dr. Arjun Teotia, Assistant Professor, Michigan State University

Convenors Dr. Charles Hankla, Dr. Balwinder Kaur, Dr. Andrey Timofeev, Dr. Utsav Kumar Singh, Dr. Siddharth Singh, Dr. Nisha

Members Dr. Amit Guleria, Dr. Divya, Dr. Federico Corredor Carvajal, Dr. Kshitiz Shrestha

Who Should Participate?

• Academicians
• Policy Practitioners
• Early Career Researchers
• PhD Scholars
• Postgraduate and Undergraduate Students

Submission Guidelines

• Abstract: ≤ 300 words with 4–5 keywords
• Bio‑note: separate document
• Email submissions to: conference2026@dbranlu.ac.in
• Full paper: 6000–8000 words, Bluebook citation style, Times New Roman, 12 pt, 1.5 spacing
• Co‑authorship: max. 2 authors per paper
• Manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and anonymized for review

Important Dates

• Abstract Submission Deadline: 10 July 2026 (Date Extended)
• Acceptance Notification: 12 July 2026
• Participation Fee Payment Deadline: 15 July 2026

Participation Fees

Banking Details

• Bank Name: HDFC Bank
• Branch: Seoli, Sonepat, Haryana – 131023
• Account Holder: Registrar DBRANLU Rai Seminar
• Account Number: 50100156483861
• IFSC Code: HDFC0003433
• SWIFT Code: HDFCINBBXXX

Notes for Participants

• Conference will be conducted in hybrid mode.
• Authors of accepted papers must pay participation fees.
• Proof of payment required for registration confirmation.
• Selected papers may be published in a jointly edited international volume.
• Travel and accommodation costs are not covered.

Contact

📩 conference2026@dbranlu.ac.in

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