Workshop on ‘Understanding India’s National Strategy, Security and Economic Priorities’ - Kumaraguru College of Liberal Arts & Science (KCLAS)

Public Workshop Registrations
(20 December 2025)

Kumaraguru college of Liberal Arts & Science, a part of Kumaraguru Institutions, Coimbatore, with a legacy of more than 40 years of educational excellence, encompasses academic institutions and centres of excellence in the domains of engineering, technology, management, science, agriculture, innovation, entrepreneurship, liberal arts and humanities, aspiring to offer distinct world-class education. Kumaraguru Institutions (KI) includes Kumaraguru College of Technology (KCT, instituted in 1984), KCT Business School (KCT BS, 2005), Kumaraguru Institute of Agriculture (KIA, 2014), Kumaraguru College of Liberal Arts and Science (KCLAS, 2018) and Kumaraguru School of Business (KSB, 2022), drawing strength from each other for cross- dimensional education and integrated knowledge that expands intellectual horizons and builds empowered and conscientious students. Kumaraguru Institutions is nestled in a vibrant academic landscape rooted in sustainability principles.

Established in July 2025, RISET Foundation is envisioned by a team of experienced experts with diverse domain specialisation, having former and present association with the Government, Industry and Academia. It aims to bridge national ambition with actionable intelligence in three important domains – Security, Economy, and Technology – for nation building.

Both the Institutions are jointly organizing this One day Weekend Workshop which constitutes

Five Insightful and Interactive Sessions

Emerging National Security Environment: Challenges and Opportunities
Evolving Global Geopolitics and India’s National Interests
Increased Tariffs and Recent Regional Conflicts: What Next for Indian Industry
Media and India’s Public Communication Initiatives
Technology and Innovation: Opportunities in Defense and Fintech Domains

Session Details

Informative Session

Shaping the Discourse on Public Policy and Research in India
Ms. Aparna Ray, IFS
Joint Secy, Public Policy and Research, Ministry of External Affairs

Interactive sessions

Emerging National Security Environment: Challenges and Opportunities
Mr. S M Sahai, IPS (Retd)
Former Addl Secy, National Security Council Secretariat, Prime Minister’s Office.
Evolving Global Geopolitics and India’s National Interests;
Media and India’s Public Communication Initiatives
Amb Riva Ganguly Das, IFS (Retd)
Former Secy, Ministry of External Affairs
Increased Tariffs and Recent Regional Conflicts: What Next for Indian Industry
Mr. Sanjay Chadha, IRSME (Retd)
Former Additional Secretary, Ministry of Commerce
Technology and Innovation: Opportunities for Next-Gen in Defense and Fintech Domains
Lt Gen VG Khandare, Indian Army (Retd)
Former Principal Adviser, Ministry of Defence
Ms. Meera S Rawat, Corporate Leader
Former COO, Barclays; ICF Master Certified Coach; Visiting Faculty, B Schools

Program Schedule

DATE/DAY	THEME/TOPIC	SPEAKER/PANEL	TIME
Interactive Session One Interactive Session Two Informative Session	Emerging National Security Environment: Challenges and Opportunities Tea/Coffee Refreshments Evolving Global Geopolitics and India’s National Interests Shaping the Discourse on Public Policy and Research in India.	Mr. SM Sahai Amb Riva Ganguly Das Mrs. Aparna Ray, IFS	09.00hrs-10.30hrs 10.30hrs-10.45hrs 10.45hrs-12.15hrs 12.20hrs-13.00hrs
Interactive Session Three Interactive Session Four Interactive Session Five	Increased Tariffs and Recent Regional Conflicts: What Next for Indian Industry Tea/Coffee Refreshments Media and India’s Public Communication Initiatives Technology and Innovation: Opportunities for Next- Gen in Defense and Fintech Domains	Mr. Sanjay Chadha Amb Riva Ganguly Das Lt Gen VG Khandare and Ms. Meera S Rawat	13.30hrs-15.00hrs 15.00hrs-15.10hrs 15.10hrs-16.40hrs 16.45hrs-18.15hrs

Who can attend?

Students & Professionals

Mode of Participation – Hybrid Participation available

Registration Fees:

INR 2500/Per Head (Professionals)

INR 500/Per Head (Students)

Limited Seats – Register early!

Registration Form Link:

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Contact

Mr. Binu Krishna M

Mobile: 9873460798

Ms. Anitha Kumari

Mobile: 7065836110

Dr. Animesh Shukla

Mobile: 9910105794