Date: 01 Apr 2026

Mata Sundri College for Women to Organise an International Conference in Collaboration with The Sikh Review on 17 April 2026

Mata Sundri College for Women, University of Delhi, in collaboration with The Sikh Review, is organising an International Conference on the theme “Gurbani: The Guiding Light for Youth” on 17 April 2026. The conference will be conducted in hybrid mode at the college premises, providing an inclusive platform for participation from across institutions and regions.

The conference seeks to promote scholarly and experiential engagement with the teachings of Gurbani in the context of contemporary youth realities. In today’s rapidly evolving socio-cultural environment, marked by ethical dilemmas, environmental concerns, mental health challenges, and identity-related questions, Gurbani offers a profound philosophical and ethical framework. The conference aims to explore its relevance in fostering ethical leadership, emotional well-being, social harmony, and responsible citizenship among youth.

Designed as an interdisciplinary academic platform, the conference will bring together undergraduate and postgraduate students, research scholars, and faculty members to present original research and engage in meaningful discussions. The initiative also seeks to connect Gurbani’s spiritual wisdom with contemporary global frameworks, including sustainable development, social justice, and community well-being, thereby encouraging a holistic understanding of individual and collective progress.

🔷 CONFERENCE THEMES & TRACKS

The conference invites papers across a wide range of interdisciplinary themes, including but not limited to:

Gurbani, Management and Leadership

• Ethical leadership and governance
• Organizational culture: equality and inclusiveness
• CSR through Gurbani teachings
• Holistic management and well-being

Gurbani and Youth Well-being

• Mental health and emotional strength
• Naam, awareness, and psychological peace
• Overcoming ego (Haumai) and achieving Sehaj
• Gurbani as a source of healing and resilience

Gurbani, Career and Ethics

• Career choices through Gurbani
• Integrity in competitive environments
• Balancing ambition and spirituality
• Ethical professional conduct

Gurbani and Sustainable Development

• Environmental sustainability (SDGs 13, 14, 15)
• Equality and social justice (SDGs 1, 2, 5, 10)
• Education and knowledge systems (SDG 4)
• Responsible consumption and community living

Gurbani Inspired Lifestyle

• Truthful living and balanced life
• Work-life balance and contentment
• Compassion, humility, and discipline
• Gratitude and spiritual growth

Gurbani and Relationships

• Spiritual equality in modern society
• Compassion and communication
• Family, parenting, and social harmony
• Sarbat da Bhalla in contemporary contexts

Gurbani and Sports

• Discipline and inner strength
• Courage and resilience
• Emotional stability through Simran
• The ideal of Sant-Sipahi 

🔷 PAPER SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

Abstract Submission

• Word Limit: 100–150 words
• Keywords: 3–4 keywords required
• Format: Microsoft Word file

Full Paper Submission

• Word Limit: 2000–3000 words
• Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
• Spacing: Double spacing
• Structure:
  • Introduction
  • Literature Review
  • Findings
  • Discussion
  • Conclusion (with recommendations)
  • References
• Proper citation and referencing required
• Non-English terms (Gurbani, Punjabi, etc.) to be italicised with translation on first use 

Selected papers will be presented in technical sessions, and eligible papers may be published in The Sikh Review.

🔷 IMPORTANT DATES

Event	Date
Last Date for Abstract Submission	7 April 2026 (Extended)
Last Date for Full Paper Submission	31 March 2026
Last Date for Registration	15 April 2026
Conference Date	17 April 2026

🔷 REGISTRATION FEES

Category	Fee	Early Bird Fee (till April 10)
Faculty Members	₹1200	₹1000
Research Scholars	₹1200	₹800
Students	₹800	₹500
Others	₹1200	₹1000
Participants	₹500	₹300

🔷 REGISTRATION & CONTACT DETAILS

• Registration Form: https://forms.gle/2xeTtt5PHgD28CLx8
• Payment Link: https://u.payu.in/eJKyJJtg6pBz
• Email for Submissions & Queries: icg26@ms.du.ac.in