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498 Papers Reviewed at Nalanda University's 25th Conference; Governor Calls Bihar 'Center of Gravity'
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 28 Oct 2026, 04:16 PM
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The 25th International Social Sciences Conference at Nalanda University concluded with discussions on 498 research papers, and Governor Syed Ata Hassanain described Bihar as India's 'Center of Gravity'.
Nalanda University wrapped up its 25th International Social Sciences Conference, featuring presentations and debates on a total of 498 research papers submitted by scholars. Delegates from 26 countries attended the event, underscoring its global reach and the university's role as a hub for interdisciplinary dialogue.
During the closing ceremony, Bihar Governor Syed Ata Hassanain praised the state, calling it India’s "Center of Gravity" and highlighting its growing importance in the nation’s academic and cultural landscape. His remarks reflected a broader ambition to position Bihar as a focal point for research and innovation.
The extensive participation and the volume of papers discussed signal a strengthening of Bihar’s scholarly profile. Organisers hope the conference will foster future collaborations, attract more international scholars, and contribute to the state's development as a centre of knowledge creation.
During the closing ceremony, Bihar Governor Syed Ata Hassanain praised the state, calling it India’s "Center of Gravity" and highlighting its growing importance in the nation’s academic and cultural landscape. His remarks reflected a broader ambition to position Bihar as a focal point for research and innovation.
The extensive participation and the volume of papers discussed signal a strengthening of Bihar’s scholarly profile. Organisers hope the conference will foster future collaborations, attract more international scholars, and contribute to the state's development as a centre of knowledge creation.