Seminar on Buddhist Studies to Explore the Role of Ancient Wisdom in India’s Knowledge System
By Suman Munshi, IBG NEWS Bureau
Kolkata, July 2, 2026: New Alipore College, Kolkata, in collaboration with the Global Buddhist Forum, New Delhi, is set to organise an academic seminar titled “Role of Buddhist Studies in Indian Knowledge System” on Friday, July 3, 2026, bringing together eminent scholars, researchers, academicians and cultural experts to deliberate on the enduring relevance of Buddhist thought in India’s intellectual and civilisational heritage. The event is also listed among the college’s official upcoming academic programmes. (New Alipore College)
The seminar is being organised by the Heritage Study Centre and the Indian Knowledge System (IKS) Cell of New Alipore College. The programme is being held in collaboration with the National Cadet Corps (NCC), the Department of Journalism & Mass Communication, the Department of Philosophy, the Department of Sanskrit, and the Department of Bengali.
The seminar will commence at 2:30 PM in Conference Room No. 309 of New Alipore College.
Distinguished Speakers
The seminar will feature lectures by an impressive panel of scholars and experts:
- Prof. Saswati Mutsuddy, Professor, Department of Pali, University of Calcutta
- Sushri Suchandra X Vaaniya, Director, Producer and Actress
- Prof. Sumit Barua, Professor, Department of Bengali, Jadavpur University
- Prof. Gourav Lama, Assistant Professor, Department of History, Presidency University
- Dr. Atanu Pradhan, Author and Researcher of Buddhist Heritage
- Dr. Dhires Choudhury, Doctor and Researcher
- Shri Rahul Barua, Social Activist and Researcher
Focus on Indian Knowledge System
The seminar aims to examine the contribution of Buddhist philosophy, ethics, education and cultural heritage to the broader framework of the Indian Knowledge System (IKS). Discussions are expected to explore Buddhism’s influence on philosophy, literature, education, archaeology, language, meditation traditions and India’s civilisational legacy.
Organisers believe the programme will encourage interdisciplinary dialogue among students, faculty members, researchers and the wider academic community while highlighting the contemporary relevance of Buddhist studies in higher education and knowledge traditions.
The event is open to academicians, researchers, students and interested participants, with the organisers extending an invitation to all to attend the seminar and engage in meaningful discussions on one of India’s most influential philosophical traditions. (New Alipore College)
Event at a Glance
- Event: Seminar on Role of Buddhist Studies in Indian Knowledge System
- Date: July 3, 2026
- Time: 2:30 PM
- Venue: Conference Room No. 309, New Alipore College, Kolkata
- Organisers: Heritage Study Centre & Indian Knowledge System Cell, New Alipore College
- In association with: Global Buddhist Forum, New Delhi, and collaborating academic departments of New Alipore College.
