Bengaluru, February 18: The Jagdish Sheth School of Management (JAGSoM), in collaboration with the Sri Sri Institute for Advanced Research, hosted a two-day International Conference on Sustainable India from February 16 to 17 at its Bengaluru campus, bringing together over 20 global academicians, policymakers and industry leaders.
The conference focused on exploring practical pathways for sustainability, environmental, social and governance (ESG) integration, ethical governance and future-ready leadership through the prism of Indian knowledge traditions. Organised at a time when India’s higher education landscape is evolving under the National Education Policy 2020, discussions also examined how civilisational wisdom can complement contemporary management practices, institutional frameworks and development priorities.
Sanjay Padode, Chairman of Centre for Developmental Education and board member at JAGSoM, said the conference sought to rediscover foundational knowledge systems that have sustained civilisation over millennia and align them with emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence to promote balance between economic growth, society and nature.
The inaugural session featured Dr Kelly Damphousse, President of Texas State University, as chief guest, while Dr Santiago Gracia and Dr Celine Davesne from KEDGE Business School attended as guests of honour. Over two days, the programme included plenary sessions, thematic discussions, workshops and corporate showcases addressing themes ranging from environmental stewardship rooted in Indian traditions to social responsibility, governance practices and AI-enabled inclusive growth.
The valedictory ceremony was held at the Art of Living International Center. Addressing participants, spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar emphasised that India’s traditional knowledge systems were inherently aligned with nature, while urging a balanced approach that draws from both ancient wisdom and modern scientific advances.
The conference also highlighted JAGSoM’s broader commitment to social impact initiatives, including Kanyathon, its student-led charity run supporting girls’ education and women’s empowerment in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Organisers said the event marked a step forward in bringing Indian knowledge perspectives into mainstream ESG and leadership conversations within management education.
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