Targeting the 2070 Workforce

Academia, encompassing universities, research institutions, and educational bodies, holds immense importance in knowledge creation, innovation, and the education of future leaders. The session will shed light on the multifaceted contributions of academia in tackling sustainability issues and establishing communities that are resilient and inclusive. The purpose of this session is to delve into the vital role that academia plays in promoting and nurturing sustainable communities. The session will feature expert speakers and interactive discussions to identify strategies to amplify the influence of academic research, education, and engagement in the pursuit of sustainable community development.

Keynote Address – Prof. Sunaina Singh, Former Vice Chancellor, Nalanda University

Setting the context – Mr. Anupam Buttan, Senior Manager, GRIHA Council

Chair – Ar. Gita Balakrishnan, Founder and Curator, Ethos Foundation and ACEDGE

Speakers

  • Dr. Praveen Saxena, Chief Executive Officer, Skill Council for Green Jobs
  • Prof. Ar. Abhay Vinayak Purohit, President, Council of Architecture (COA)
  • Shri. Gyanendra Kumar, Joint Commissioner (Academic), Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti, Ministry of Education, Govt. of India
  • Prof. (Dr.) Chitrarekha Kabre, Controller of Examinations, School of Planning and Architecture New Delhi
  • Dr. Sanghamitra Basu, Member Advisory Committee, Architectural Heritage Division, INTACH, New Delhi & Retired Associate Professor, Department of Architecture & Regional Planning, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur

Q & A Session