Annual Public Policy & Law Conference 2026 | IIT Kharagpur | Submit by 20th Feb 2026

Annual Public Policy & Law Conference 2026 | IIT Kharagpur | Submit by 20th Feb 2026

Centre of Excellence in Public Policy, Law and Governance
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
📅 11–12 April 2026 | 📍 Rajiv Gandhi School of Intellectual Property Law, IIT Kharagpur

About IIT Kharagpur:

Founded in 1951, IIT Kharagpur is India’s first IIT and a premier institution of national importance. Guided by the motto “योगः कर्मसु कौशलम्” (“Excellence in action is Yoga”), the Institute has consistently advanced multidisciplinary education and research. Recognized as an Institute of Eminence, IIT Kharagpur nurtures innovation across technology, law, governance, and public policy.

About the Centre of Excellence:

The Centre of Excellence in Public Policy, Law and Governance is a pioneering initiative of IIT Kharagpur. It offers a Master’s program in Public Policy, Law and Governance, blending legal studies with governance and policy frameworks. The Centre aims to contribute to India’s evolving public policy landscape through research, dialogue, and academic engagement.

About the Conference:

The 2nd Annual Public Policy & Law Conference 2026 focuses on India’s journey toward Viksit Bharat @2047. The deliberations will highlight:

• Governance reforms for inclusive and sustainable development
• Strengthening democratic institutions and protecting rights
• Innovation, technology, and the future of work
• Equity, social inclusion, and economic resilience
• Responsible use of digital technologies and sustainable urbanization

Through keynotes, panel discussions, research paper presentations, and workshops, the conference seeks to reimagine governance frameworks that are transparent, adaptive, and future‑oriented.

Sub‑Themes for Paper Submission:

Participants are invited to submit original research papers, case studies, policy briefs, and thought pieces on themes including:

• Democracy, Rights & Responsible Governance
• Federalism & Multilevel Governance
• Social Justice, Equality & Inclusion
• Economic, Fiscal & Financial Governance
• Industrial Development, Innovation & Future of Work
• Human Development, Migration & Social Sector Governance
• Digital, Data & AI Governance
• Climate, Urban & Sustainable Resource Governance

Submission Guidelines:

• Format: Word document (.docx)
• File naming: LastName_TypeOfSubmission (e.g., Smith_ResearchPaper.docx)
• Author details: Full names, affiliations, and contact information
• Limit: Maximum of three authors per submission
• Abstract: Up to 300 words, outlining problem, objectives, methodology, and findings
• Keywords: Clearly stated
• Declaration: “I/We confirm that the submitted manuscript is my/our original work and has not been previously published or under consideration elsewhere.”

Important Dates (2026):

• 21 Jan – Abstract Submission Opens
• 20 Feb – Abstract Submission Closes
• 23 Feb – Notification of Acceptance
• 26 Feb – Registration Opens
• 23 Mar – Registration Closes

Registration Details:

• Separate registration required for co‑authors attending
• Awards for Best Paper & Best Policy Briefs
• Fees are non‑refundable
• Excludes accommodation, travel & food

Accommodation:

Available at New Technology Guest House, IIT Kharagpur (subject to availability):

• Single Occupancy: ₹1500 + GST
• Double Occupancy: ₹2000 + GST

Organising Committee:

Faculty Convenors:
Prof. Dipa Dube | Prof. Achin Chakraborty | Prof. Kalol Dutt | Prof. Pulak Mishra | Prof. Uday Shankar | Prof. Arun Kumar Misra | Dr. Shuvro Prosun Sarker | Dr. Avnish Bhatt | Dr. Shakti Deb | Dr. Md Moshabbir Alam | Dr. Bapan Biswas

Student Committee:
Aharna Maiti | Shrishti Agrawal | Vijeta Kacchap | Soumitra Sarkar | Pragnya Prachurya Acharya | Satyam Prakash | Shray Kumar Sharma

Contact Details:

• Email: pplgconference2026@gmail.com
• Paper Submission: Mr. Ashwinikumar Bairagi (+91 7042741665)
• Travel: Mr. Soumitra Sarkar (+91 7699813644), Mr. Arin Mukherjee (+91 7003483339)
• Logistics: Mr. Satyam Prakash (+91 8083574467)

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