International Conference on
Traditions, Technology, and Trade - Insights from Mahakumbh 2025
May 29 and 30, 2025
Introduction:
India’s challenge today lies in harmonizing ancient wisdom with modern innovation. Mahakumbh 2025 offered a landmark example of this synthesis.
The Three Imperatives:
Safeguard and promote India’s civilizational wisdom amid global homogenization.
Embrace emerging technologies in ways that support, not replace, cultural
Build sustainable, culturally-aligned economic models that honour traditional knowledge and generate prosperity.
Mahakumbh as a Model:
Apart from being the largest religious event, Mahakumbh 2025 showed how Atmanirbhar Bharat, Vasudaiva Kutumbakam, and Vishwaguru can be realized through visionary governance and cultural stewardship.
Conference Purpose:
This conference bridges philosophy and practice by analyzing Mahakumbh 2025’s success in governance, infrastructure, technology, economics, sustainability, and diplomacy—offering actionable insights.
Sri Chandrashekarendra Saraswathi Viswa Mahavidyalaya, guided by His Holiness Jagadguru Sri Sankara Vijayendra Saraswathi Shankaracharya Swamiji, hosts this dialogue to shape a tradition-rooted, innovation-driven future.
Discussion Tracks:
- Logistics
- Tourism
- Trade and Economy
- Engineering and Infrastructure
- Sustainability
- Media and Communication
Call for Papers
We are pleased to invite research papers and articles for presentation and publication in the International Conference on MahaKumbh 2025, an interdisciplinary platform to explore the convergence of cultural heritage, governance, innovation, and spiritual experience. This conference aims to reflect on MahaKumbh 2025 as a transformative model for national and global development rooted in tradition.
We welcome scholars, practitioners, technologists, policymakers, and students to contribute original, unpublished work under the following broad themes and subjects:
Conference Themes & Subjects for Submission
Cultural and Spiritual Dimensions
Pilgrimage as a civilizational force, the symbolism of MahaKumbh, cultural heritage preservation.
Logistics Management in Mega Events
Crowd control, transport systems, emergency preparedness, resource allocation in large-scale gatherings.
Pilgrimage Tourism and Local Enterprise
Visitor experience, spiritual tourism, economic upliftment, and MSME involvement during MahaKumbh.
Engineering and Infrastructure Development
Smart city planning, temporary and permanent infrastructure, sustainable engineering solutions.
Environmental Sustainability and Waste Management
Green event planning, river and land conservation, zero-waste models and ecological responsibility.
Media, Communication & Public Engagement
Narrative building, media coverage, public information systems, and cultural diplomacy.
Technological Integration in Governance
Digital platforms, AI and data analytics in crowd management, public services and administration.
Comparative Global Perspectives
Lessons from international pilgrimage events, best practices, and cultural parallels.
Important Dates:
● Paper Submission Deadline: 25 April 2025
● Notification of Acceptance: By 10 May 2025
● Registration Deadline: 15 May 2025
About Us:
Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi Viswa Mahavidyalaya (SCSVMV), a Deemed University since 1993, was established with the blessings of Pujyasri Jayendra Saraswathi Swamiji and Pujyasri Sankara Vijayendra Saraswathi Swamiji under the Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam Charitable Trust. Located on a 50-acre campus in Enathur, near Kanchipuram, the university blends traditional knowledge with modern science and a global outlook. With a strong focus on faculty-student interaction and a ‘one family’ atmosphere, SCSVMV emphasizes holistic education, nurturing academic excellence, values, and personal growth.