22nd IASSI Annual Conference
Welcome to the 22nd Annual Conference of the Indian Association of Social Science Institutions (IASSI), a distinguished gathering dedicated to the advancement of social science research and education in India. This year’s Conference is set for 2-4 Nov 2023 at CESS, Hyderabad. We are privileged to have Professor S. Mahendra Dev as Conference President, Professor E. Revathi as Organising Committee Chairperson and Dr B. Suresh Reddy as Organising Secretary. More details at www.iassi.org.
The Conference focuses on three themes
Sustainable Development
Drawing inspiration from the Brundtland Report, the Conference assesses India's progress towards the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With an acute focus on sustainable growth, equity, and the unique challenges India faces, discussions will also spotlight the SDG India Index's findings and regional disparities in achieving these goals.
Urbanization and Development
As India witnesses rapid urban migration, the Conference will discuss the complexities of its urban growth trajectory. Evaluating patterns, challenges, and the role of governmental initiatives like the Smart Cities Mission, the theme seeks to decode the urban-rural dynamics and their implications.
Women Empowerment
Given the evolution of gender-centric development since the 1980s, the discussions will examine the strides and stumbles in women empowerment in India, underpinned by state-led projects such as the community-based social mobilisation of women and initiatives such as Beti Bachao Beti Padhao and the broader context of the SDGs.
Join us to engage in key themes and understand their significance for India’s socio-economic framework
How to Reach Centre for Economic and Social Studies (CESS), Hyderabad
Arrival by Train
Hyderabad has three main railway stations: Hyderabad Deccan Railway Station (7.1 km from CESS), Secunderabad Railway Station (7.2 km from CESS), and Kacheguda Railway Station (9.9 km from CESS). These railheads connect the city with prime destinations in India, such as Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Chennai and Bangalore. Some popular trains running daily from Hyderabad to other cities include the Hyderabad Express, Shatabdi Express, Charminar Express, Konark Express and Andhra Pradesh Express. Taxis, cabs, and auto are readily available outside the railway station. Delegates can also use the Metro near these railway stations to reach CESS.
Arrival by Flight
Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, also called Hyderabad International Airport, connects the city with major domestic and international destinations. As one of the busiest airports in the country, it is serviced by all major airlines. Located approximately 34.8 km from CESS, delegates can conveniently find taxi services outside the airport.
Metro
The closest metro station to CESS is Punjagutta metro station, just five minutes (350.0 m) away on foot. For those arriving at Hyderabad railway station, Nampally metro station is the nearest. The Secunderabad East metro station is the closest if you're at the Secunderabad railway station. Meanwhile, those at Kacheguda Railway Station should head to the Malakpet metro station.
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