New Delhi, November 14, 2024: The Department of Management, SMBS, Jamia Hamdard, successfully organized the two-day International Conference on Sustainability and Digitalization (ICSD 2024) on November 12-13, 2024, at the Hamdard Convention Centre, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi. The conference brought together distinguished scholars, industry leaders, and experts to discuss pressing issues in sustainability and digital transformation. The conference was convened by Dr. Asad Ahmad and Dr. Mohammed Jamshed, the conveners from the Department of Management at Jamia Hamdard.

The Chief Guest for the inaugural ceremony of the conference Shri Saurabh Bharadwaj, Hon’ble Cabinet Minister, Government of NCT of Delhi, spoke on the critical role of digital innovation in shaping sustainable solutions for the future.

Prof. Sana Beg, Head of the Department at Jamia Hamdard, welcomed attendees, emphasizing the importance of sustainability and digitalization in tackling global challenges. Prof. Ch. Ibohal Meitei, Guest of Honour from Manipur University, delivered the Theme Address. Prof. Syed Nadimul Haque, Dean of SMBS, highlighted the need for collaboration to achieve sustainability goals.

The session featured Guests of Honour addresses by Dr. Amir Ullah Khan, Member of the Telengana Public Service Commission, Prof. K.K. Upadhyay from BIMTECH, Prof. Baharul Islam from IIM Kashipur and Keynote speaker, Prof. M. Akbar from IIM Lucknow, who discussed the role of digital technologies like AI, machine learning, and big data in promoting sustainable business practices.

The session concluded with a Presidential Address by Prof. (Dr.) M. Afshar Alam, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of Jamia Hamdard, who underscored the importance of Interdisciplinary research and the need for continuous collaboration to address the pressing challenges of sustainability and digital transformation.

Following the inaugural session, the conference continued with the Director’s Talk on "Navigating the Future: Integrating Sustainability with Digital Innovation for Global Impact", moderated by Prof. Md. Shahnawaz Abdin. The session featured industry leaders, including Mr. Aseem Kumar, Director of Maithri Aquatech Pvt. Ltd., Ms Esha Saxena, Unilever India Pvt. Ltd., Mr. N. Kishor Narang, Director of Narnix Technolabs Pvt. Ltd., and Mr. Mansoor Ali, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at Hamdard Laboratories India, Mr. Alok K. Brara, CEO India Infrastructure Research and Mr. Junaid Khan, Associate Director, Allanasons Pvt. Ltd. The discussion focused on how digital innovations are reshaping business practices for sustainability.

On Day 2 of ICSD 2024, the HR Conclave, themed “Navigating the Future of Work: Challenges and Opportunities in a digital and Sustainable Era,” convened top HR leaders to explore human resources' pivotal role in advancing sustainability through digital transformation. Moderated by Ms. Manpreet Kaur Kohli and Dr. Shikha Gera, the session provided insights from senior HR professionals across diverse industries, each discussing how HR can champion responsible and sustainable business practices through innovative digital solutions. Key speakers included Haji Kamruddin (Founder & Managing Director of Servokon System Limited), Mr. Farhat Umar (Group CHRO, KIMIA), Mr. Sangit Kumar (Unit Head HRBP, Fortis Healthcare), Mr. Tanuj Shukla (HR- BHEL), and Mr. Faiz Mehmood (Founder & Director, HR Letes).

The conference featured 10 presentation tracks on key themes such as Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, Public Policy & Sustainability, Corporate Governance, AI & Technology, Entrepreneurship & Trade and Multidisciplinary. These sessions were chaired by esteemed academicians from renowned universities. A total of more than 100 research papers were presented, showcasing cutting-edge research on sustainability, digital transformation, and innovation. For each track, a Best Research Award was presented to recognize the most impactful and innovative contributions.

The International Conference on Sustainable Development (ICSD-2024) concluded with key addresses from academic leaders. Prof. Sana Beg, Head, Department of Management, opened the recap session, followed by Prof. Syed Nadimul Haque, Dean- SMBS, who spoke on sustainable management. Prof. Sita Mishra, Guest of Honour from IMT Ghaziabad, discussed trends in sustainable business education. Another Guest of Honour, Prof. Salma Ahmed, Chairperson, Department of Business Administration, AMU, highlighted innovative research, and Prof. Azhar Kazmi of King Fahd University gave the Valedictory Address on global sustainability.

The session ended with a Presidential Address by Dr. M. A. Sikandar, Registrar of Jamia Hamdard, and a vote of thanks by Dr. Noria Farooqui, Associate Professor.

ICSD 2024 successfully brought together experts and academics to advance meaningful discussions on sustainability, paving the way for impactful research and collaboration in the years to come. (PRESS RELEASE / JAMIA HAMDARD (Deemed to be University) New Delhi)