26/09/2026
🌍 **Thought-Provoking Panel Discussion at the 16th World Edu Summit 2026**
As part of the 16th World Edu Summit 2026, jointly organised by Vikrant University, Gwalior & MTC Global, a highly insightful Panel Discussion was organised on the theme:
“Reinventing Research Culture: From Publish or Perish to Purpose and Impact.”
The discussion brought together distinguished academicians, researchers, industry professionals, and institutional leaders who shared diverse perspectives on strengthening research ecosystems, encouraging meaningful innovation, and transforming research into knowledge with tangible academic and societal impact.
The panel featured an eminent group of experts:
🔹 Dr. Sheelan Misra
Founder & CEO, Unithink Education International, Bangalore & New Delhi
🔹 Prof. Dr. A. Suryanarayana
Former Dean, Faculty of Management, Osmania University (OU)
Chairperson, Board of Studies, Department of Business Management, OU
🔹 Associate Prof. Mili Rahman
Additional Director, Centre for Research, Excellence & Development
Dhaka International University
🔹 Mr. Sahil Koul
Project Manager, Xpressbees Logistics, Pune
Ex-Airtel | Co-founder, Sanron Consultancy Services LLP
🔹 Dr. Vinay Joshi
Dean – Academics, IFHE (Deemed University), Bangalore
🔹 Prof. Dr. Md. Serajul Islam Prodhan
Professor, Department of Civil Engineering
Director – IQAC, Dhaka International University
🔹 Prof. Srinath Achar
Dean, Hospitality & Tourism Management, Sigma University, Vadodara
🔹 Dr. Archana Singh
Academician | Researcher | Trainer
Specialised in Accounting & Research Methodology | Ph.D. Guide
🔹 Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Based
Chairman, Department of CSE
Dhaka International University
The engaging exchange of ideas highlighted the need to move beyond research driven solely by publication targets and towards purpose-driven, impactful, interdisciplinary and socially relevant research.
The discussion served as a valuable platform for academic reflection, knowledge exchange, and collaboration among national and international participants, reinforcing the Summit’s commitment to shaping a more meaningful and impact-oriented research culture.