Dr. Nandini Mishra

14 years

M.A. & Ph.D

• Inian Metaphysics
• Inian Epistemology
• Philosophy of Upanisad
• Contemporary Indian Philosophy
• Applied Ethics
• Research Methodology, Research Ethics
• Philosophical Perspectivesof Indian and WesternThinkers

Books

• Praharaj, D.M., Mishra, N. & Sarangi, K. Living Philosophy of The Vedas and Upanisads. Kalyani Publishers, ISBN: 978-936440-980-3, kalyanipublishers.co.in, 2025
• Mishra, N. The Kathopanisadic Concept of Atman and its Realization. VDM Publishing Company, Germany, ISBN: 978-3-659-26100-8. pp. 1–81. 2013
• Mishra, N. Abortion and Euthanasia: An Analytical Study in Applied Ethics. Verlag Dr. Mueller, Germany, ISBN: 978-3639373486. pp. 1–188, 2011.

Edited Books

• Mishra, N. (Ed.) Philosophical Explorations of Hrudananda Ray. Vidya Publishing Company, Canada & Bhubaneswar, ISBN: 978-1-99784-070-1, vidyapublishing.com, March 2026.
• Mishra, N. (Ed.) Philosophical Reflections of Pandit Nilakantha Das. Vidya Publishing Company, Canada & Bhubaneswar, ISBN: 978-1-998475, vidyapublishing.com, July 2025.
• Mishra, N. (Associate Editor). Social Philosophy & Yoga for a New Millennium. Siddha Prakashana, Karnataka, ISBN: 978-81-973307-2-8, May 2024.
• Mishra, N. Philosophy, Yoga and Language. Navyug Books International, New Delhi, ISBN: 978-93-93462-30-5, 2023.
• Mishra, N. (Associate Editor). Philosophy, Yoga and Spiritual Science. Walnut Publication International, Bhubaneswar, ISBN: 978-1-957302-63-8, January 2023.

Chapters in Edited Books

• Mishra, N. “Philosophy, Science and Technology: Rethinking the Human Condition.” In Philosophy Science and Technology: Critical Perspectives and Contemporary Debates, edited by Deepalee Rout, pp. 30–34. Chyren Publication, Odisha, ISBN: 978-93-7880-612-4,https://www.chyrenpublication.com, 2026
• Mishra, N.,“Social Philosophy of the Bhagavad Gita and Global Peace”, Social Philosophy and Yoga for National Integration and Global Peace,. Edt by, Dr. S. Maya, Lakshi Publishers,New Delhi, March 2026
• Mishra, N. “Exploring the Romantic Impulse in the Philosophy of Sankara: Insights from Hrudananda Ray.” In Philosophical Explorations of Hrudananda Ray. Vidya Publishing Company, Canada & Bhubaneswar ISBN: 978-1-99784-070-1, vidyapublishing.com , March 2026.
• Mishra, N. “The Concept of Dharma: Pandit Nilakantha’s Perspective.” In Philosophical Reflections of Pandit Nilakantha Das, pp. 176–184. Vidya Publishing Company, Canada & Bhubaneswar. ISBN: 978-1998475-90,2025
• Mishra, N. “The Kathopanisadic Expression ‘Neha Nanastikinchana’: An Analysis of Isa Upanisadic Philosophy.” In The Lamp of Inquiry on Ganesh Prasad Das, edited by Dr. Lakhman Patra, pp. 315–319. Vidya Publishing Company, Canada & Bhubaneswar, ISBN: 978-1-997840-29-9, vidyapublishing.com ,December 2025
• Mishra, N. “The Synthesis of Dharma, Spirituality and Morality with Philosophical Approach.” In Philosophy and Yoga for Civilizational Conflict Resolution, edited by Prof. B. Siddhashrama, pp. 39–45. Blue Ava Ford Publication, ISBN: 978-93-93376-69-5,blueavafordpublications.com, January 2025.
• Mishra, N. “Bhima Bhoi’s Concept of Reality in Brahma Nirupana Gita.” In A Critical Analysis of Bhima Bhoi and the Mahima Cult, edited by Prof. Nishamani Kar, pp. 97–106. Lexington Books, Lanham & London, ISBN: 9781666955576, rowman.com, 2024.
• Mishra, N. “Exploring Dharma: Gandhi and Neelakantha’s Perspectives.” In Social Philosophy & Yoga for a New Millennium, pp. 91–100. Siddha Prakashana, Karnataka, ISBN: 978-81-973307-2-8, May 2024.
• Mishra, N. “Compatibility Between Devotion and Social Wellbeing in the Writings of Santha Bhima Bhoi.” In Saṁvāda: Debates in Indian Philosophy, pp. 53–58, DOI: 10.25215/9358791322. ISBN: 978-93-5879-132-7, June 2024.
• Mishra, N. “The Dharma and Spirituality: Ventures of Life in Indian Perspective.” In Living with Other Faiths: Indian Challenges and Musings, pp. 133–138. World Wide Author Press, New Delhi ISBN: 978-93-5529-553-8, 2023.
• Mishra, N. “Gender Equality and Human Values for Sustainable Development.” In Environment and Sustainable Development Goals and Multidisciplinary Approach, edited by Mrs. Anu Kandhari and Vani Arora, pp. 34–46. Kautilya Books, New Delhi, ISBN: 978-93-90885-83-1, 2023.
• Mishra, N. “Women Empowerment and Societal Development: An Assessment.” In Social Philosophy, Yoga and Future of Global Harmony, pp. 72–84. Karnataka, ISBN: 978-81-942149-0-8, April 2022.
• Mishra, N. “Gender Equality and Progressive Growth of Women in India.” In Women Empowerment in India: Challenges and Prospects. Nitya Publications, Bhopal, ISBN: 978-93-93694-17-1, 2022.
• Mishra, N. “Ecosophy and Future of Planet Earth.” In Philosophy and the Calling of Global Responsibility: New Initiatives in Justice, Ecology and Peace, edited by Prof. S. Panneerselvam and Dr. Saji Varghese, Shillong, Meghalaya, 2022.
• Mishra, N. “The Covid-19 as a Challenge for Human Life.” In Crisis of Covid-19 and Indian Economy, edited by Dr. Uma Devi, ISBN: 978-935472-199-1, 2021.
• Mishra, N. “Philosophical Anthropology and Communitarian Approach to Clinical Bioethics.” In An Introduction to Practical Ethics, Kalyani Publisher, Bhubaneswar, ISBN: 978-93-89987-38-6. pp. 177–180, 2020.
• Mishra, N. “Ecosophy and Wellbeing of Society.” In Global Philosophy and Yoga for a New Social Order, Karnataka, ISBN: 978-81942149-53. pp. 68–76, 2020
• Mishra, N. “Can Religion Contribute in Humanizing the World.” In Global Philosophy and Yoga for a New World Order, Karnataka, ISBN: 978-81-92452-6-0. pp. 83–89, 2019.
• Mishra, N. “Human Supremacy and Concern for the Rights of the Animals.” In Applied Ethics: Theory and Practice, edited by Dr. Harish Sahoo, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, ISBN: 978-81-89778-92-7. pp. 175–177, 2018.
• Mishra, N. “Philosophy, Morality and Social Living: A Critical Exposition of Kant’s Theory of Morality.” In Relevance of Philosophy in 21st Century, pp. 347–354, edited by Dr. K.R. Rajani, Associated Publishers,Andhra Pradesh, 2006.

Articles in Journals (National)

• Mishra, N. Indian Knowledge Systems: A Philosophical Inquiry, Lokāyata: Journal of Positive Philosophy, Vol. XVIII, No. 01, by Dr. Desh Raj Sirswal, Post Graduate Govt. College, Chandigarh, Centre for Positive Philosophy& Interdisciplinary Studies, Pehowa, Kurukshetra, pp.41-48 ISSN: 2249-838https://thepositivephilosophy.com,March 2026
• Mishra, N. & Ambika, R.S. “Overman’s Rebellion: An Analysis of Man through Nietzsche & Camus.” JAOPA, Vol. XII, No. 1, pp. 184–191, . ISSN: 2395-2784,January 2026
• Mishra, N. & Adya. “Charvaka Philosophy Beyond Borders: Influence of Indian Materialism in the West and the East.” Verita: A Multidisciplinary Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vol. 1, Issue 2, ISSN: 3107-748X, December 2025.
• Mishra, N. “The Concept of Value versus Anthropomorphic Treatment of Values.” Journal of All Odisha Philosophy Association, Vol. X, No. 1, pp. 29–35, ISSN: 2395-2784, January 2024.
• Mishra, N. “Ethicality and Spirituality in Kathopanisadic Philosophy.” Indian Journal of Social Health and Wellbeing, Vol. 9, No. 1, pp. 15–21, ISSN: 2349-5464, January–April 2024.
• Mishra, N. & Sahoo, M. “A Critical Approach to Moral Theories and Principles.” Indian Research Bulletin, Vol. 38, Issue II, pp. 48–52, ISSN: 2348-1315,June 2023.
• Mishra, N. “A Philosophical Approach to Methodology: Hermeneutics and Deconstruction.” Indian Journal of Analytic Philosophy, Vol. VII, Issue I, pp. 87–92, Jan.–Aug. 2022. ISSN: 09762337, Jan.–Aug. 2022.
• Mishra, N. “Shunyavada of Madhyamika Buddhism: An Appraisal.” Philosophical Traditions of the World, UGC CARE Listed Journal, pp. 19–26, ISSN: 2581-9577, Sept. 2021–Oct. 2022.
• Mishra, N. “Relevance of Current Technology in Educational Research.” Inigo Edu Journal, Vol. 14, Issue 1, pp. 20–22, ISSN: 2278-6899, June 2021.
• Mishra, N. “Post Pandemic: A Turning Point in Human History.” Keanean Journal of Arts, Vol. 8, pp. 48–51,ISSN: 2348-1110, May 2021.
• Mishra, N. “Covid-19: History, Challenges and Future Actions.” Keanean Journal of Arts, Vol. 7, Issue 1, pp. 209–213, ISSN: 2348-1110, November 2020.
• Mishra, N. “Buddhist Ethics for a Meaningful Life.” Research Journal of Philosophy and Social Science, Vol. 45, Issue 1, pp. 106–109, ISSN: 0048-7325, June 2019.
• Mishra, N. “Humanism of Tagore and Gandhi.” Journal of Global Values, Vol. 10, No. 1, pp. 60–64. ISSN: 0976-2454.,2018
• Mishra, N. “Is Sabda Pramana an Antyam Pramana?” Research Journal of Political Philosophy, Vol. 47, No. 1, pp. 114–116, 2018
• Mishra, N. “Relation of Philosophy and Society: G. Mishra’s Stand.” Ravenshaw Journal of Philosophy, Vol. 2, pp. 87–90, ISSN: 2395-3209, December 2016.
• Mishra, N. “Arthapatti as an Independent Source of Knowledge.” Journal of the All Odisha Philosophy Association, Vol. 2, No. 1, pp. 141–144, ISSN: 2395-2784, January 2016.
• Mishra, N. “Morality and Moral Reasoning.” Journal of Philosophy and Critical Thinking, Vol. 1, No. 1, pp. 78–94, November 2014.
• Mishra, N. “Critical Review of Ancient Indian Values: Purusarthas.” Review Journal of Philosophy and Social Science, Vol. 39, No. 2, pp. 121–130, ISSN: 0258-1701, October 2014.

(International)

• Mishra, N. “The Study of Humanism in Philosophical Thought: An Analysis.” International Multidisciplinary Research Journal Reviews (IMRJR), Vol. 2, Issue 8, DOI: 10.17148/IMRJR.2025.020802. ISSN: 3108-026X ,imrjr.com , August 2025.
• Mishra, N. & Pradhan, C. “Cognitive Dimension of Science, Technology and Society.” International Journal of Research and Analytical Reviews, Vol. 10, Issue 3, pp. 259–263, ISSN: 2349-5138, September 2023.
• Mishra, N. & Nath, P.K. “Impact of Media Ethics in Contemporary Period.” International Journal for Research and Studies, Vol. XVI, Issue I, ISSN: 2395-6984, February 2023.
• Mishra, N.“Philosophy, Religion and Ethics on Gandhian Perspective.” Innovations International Journal, No. 70, September ISSN: 19650256(E)/12674982(P)., 2022.
• Mishra, N.“Ecosophy and Biodiversity: A Philosophical Approach.” International Journal of Novel Research and Development, Vol. 7, Issue 8, pp. 1130–1133, Scopus, August 2022.
• Mishra, N. “Gender Equality in Decision Making and Sustainable Development.” International Journal of Social Science and Management Studies, pp. 108–111, ISSN: 2454-4655 ,August 2021.
• Mishra, N. “Contemporary Relevance of the Upanisad Message: Tutona of Vijigupsate.” Research Journal of Philosophy and Social Science, Vol. 44, No. 1, pp. 14–18, ISSN: 0048-7325 / 2454-7026, April 2018.
• Mishra, N. “The Necessity of Religion and Swami Vivekananda’s Approach.” Review Journal of Political Philosophy, Vol. 16, No. 1, pp. 69–74, . ISSN: 2454-3411, 2018
• Mishra, N. “Value Considerations in the Kathopanishad.” Journal Global Values, Vol. IX, No. 1, pp. 1–6, ISSN: 0976-9447, April 2018.
• Mishra, N. “Philosophical Methodology.” Review Journal of Philosophy and Social Science, Vol. 43, No. 1, pp. 216–220, ISSN: 0258-1701 / 2454-3403, March 2018.
• Mishra, N.“Ethics of Sankhya and Yoga.” Research Journal of Philosophy and Social Science, Vol. 40, No. 2, pp. 53–60,  ISSN: 0048-7325, December 2014.

Ph.D: Scholars awarded :

• sandhyarani das , Utkal University, “Humanism in Odishan Culture : Pandit Nilakantha’s perspective ” award date: 12/06/2026
• Chinmayee Pradhan, Utkal University, “Man, Technology and Society: Ethical Interface” award date: 18/04/2026
• Mamina Sahoo , Utkal University, Moral Community and Animal Rights: a critical Study”, award date: 27/09/2025
• Prasanta Kumar Nath, Utkal University,Media Ethics: Challenges and Opportunities”, award date: 12/09/2025
• Anupama Tripathy, North Odisha University, “Karma and Dharma in the Bhagavad Gita in the commentaries of Tilak, Gandhi and Nilakantha” under my cosupervision, award date:14/05/2025
• D: Scholars submitted : 03  Ph.D: Scholars ongoing : 01

M.Phil Scholars awarded :

• Sashwati Sumya Mishra, Roll No. 15806V212004, Utkal University, “Wittgenstein on Forms of Life, awarded 2022
• Sangram Mohalik, Roll No.15806V212003, Utkal University,“Wittgenstein’son Metaphysics, awarded 2022
• Kanhu Charan Sahoo,(16LPL007), Ravenshaw University, Socio-religious view of Dr. S.Radhakrishnan’ , awarded 2018
• SuibhalaxmiSethi, (15LPL 007), Ravenshaw University, Refutation of JTB Account of Knoledge’, awarded 2018
• Priyadarshini Mohanty, (16LPL 002), Ravenshaw University, ‘Animal Rights: A Critical Study ‘ awarded 2018.
• Chhabi RaniSethi, (15LPL001),’Buddha Nirvana and SamkhyaKaivalya: A Comparative Study’, awarded 2018

International Conferences / Seminars

• 2026 – Endowment Lecture on “Social Philosophy of the Bhagavad Gita and Global Peace”, 18th International Congress of Social Philosophy, NEHU, Shillong.
• 2025 – Paper on “The Synthesis of Dharma, Spirituality and Morality with a Philosophical Approach”, Joint International Conference, Andhra University.
• 2024 – Paper on “Bio-Medical Ethics of Conflicting Embryology and Foeticide”, World Congress of Philosophy, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy.
• 2024 – Symposium Paper on “Exploring Dharma: Gandhi and Neelakantha’s Perspectives”, Bangalore University.
• 2023 – Paper on “Brahma Vihara and Integral Ecology: An Appraisal in Buddhism”, ICPR-sponsored International Seminar, Raiganj University.
• 2023 – Paper on “Philosophical Implication of Yoga and Spirituality in Practical Life”, International Congress of Yoga and Spiritual Science.
• 2022 – Paper on “Women Empowerment and Societal Development”, International Conference of Social Philosophy, Hubli.
• 2021 – Paper on “Gender Equality in Decision Making and Sustainable Development”, International Conference, Jabalpur.
• 2021 – Paper on “Ecosophy and Evolution of Man in Nature”, International Conference on Geography, Environment and Sustainable Development.
• 2020 – Paper on “Ecosophy and Well-being of Humanity”, International Conference on Social Philosophy.
• 2019 – Paper on “Can Religion Contribute to Humanism in the World?”, International Conference, Yellapur, Karnataka.
• 2019 – Paper on “Consequentialistic Approach to Buddhist Ethics”, Asian Philosophy Conference, Nalanda.
• 2017 – Paper on “Humanism of Tagore and Radhakrishnan”, Asian Philosophy Conference, Sanchi University.

National Conferences / Seminars

• Presented a paper on “The Implementation of NEP 2020 on Higher Education System: A Philosophical Approach” at the ICSSR-sponsored Multidisciplinary National Seminar “Unlocking Socio-cultural and Economic Pathways for Viksit Bharat 2047: Strategies for Inclusive and Sustainable Nation Building”, GMN, Delhi, 30–31 January 2026.
• Presented a paper on “Humanistic Philosophy of Pt. Nilakantha Das” at the 38th Annual Conference of the All Odisha Philosophy Association (AOPA), Department of Philosophy, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, 24–25 January 2026.
• Presented a paper on “The Philosophy of Nationalism: An Analytic Approach to Gandhi and Ambedkar” at the National Seminar “Dialogues of Reform and Justice: Exploring the Writings of Mahatma Gandhi and B.R. Ambedkar through the Lens of Prof. Dhaneswar Sahoo”, 28–29 November 2025.
• Presented a paper on “The Vedāntic View of Śaṅkara with Special Reference to Hṛdānanda Ray” at the National Seminar “Philosophical Explorations on Hrudananda Ray”, sponsored by RUSA 2.0, Utkal University, 27–28 July 2025.
• Presented a paper on “The Concept of Dharma: Pt. Nilakantha’s Perspective” at the National Seminar “The Humanist Philosophy of Pandit Nilakantha Das: Bridging Tradition and Modernity”, sponsored by RUSA 2.0, Utkal University, 26–27 March 2025.
• Presented a paper as Resource Person on “Indian Knowledge System” at the National Seminar “Indian Knowledge System: Vedic Perspective”, Department of Sanskrit, Utkal University, 23–24 March 2025.
• Presented a paper on “The Dimensions of Dharma: Nilakantha’s Approach to Indian Cultural Heritage” at a National Seminar organized by the Department of History, 30 September 2024.
• Presented a paper as Resource Person on “Bioethics”, Department of Philosophy, Visva-Bharati University, 21 April 2024.
• Presented a paper as Resource Person on “Suffering and Karma in Buddhist Religion” at the National Seminar “Evolution of Religious Thought: Modern Perspectives on Ancient Traditions”, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, 27–28 March 2024.
• Presented a paper on “Nilakantha’s View on the Gita” at the All Odisha Philosophy Association (AOPA), N.C. College, Jajpur, Odisha, January 2024.
• Presented a paper as Resource Person on “Ethicality and Spirituality in Kathopaniṣad” at the Two-Day National Conference on “Recent Advances in Home Science”, Berhampur University, 13–14 October 2023.
• Presented a paper entitled “The Essence of Yoga Enriched with Ethics and Spirituality: A Practical Approach” at the Two-Day National Seminar on “Philosophical Counselling in the Context of Indian Society”, Department of Philosophy, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra, 19–20 September 2023.
• Presented a paper as Resource Person on “The Concept of Liberation and its Relevance in Present Society” at the ICPR-sponsored National Seminar, Government Autonomous College, Rourkela, 4 May 2023.
• Delivered a lecture as Resource Person on “Formation and Foundations of Society: An Appraisal” at the UGC-sponsored National Seminar, Salipur Autonomous College, Cuttack, 22 March 2022.
• Presented a paper on “Philosophical Reflections on Pandemic and Education” at the National Seminar “Impact of Covid-19 on Higher Education System”, IBRF, 6–8 August 2021.
• Presented a paper on “The Covid-19: Threats on Human Life as a Whole” at the National Seminar “Situational Analysis of Human and Legal Rights in the Times of Pandemic: Challenges and State Duties”, University College of Law, 30 June 2021.
• Presented a paper on “The Relevance of Current Technology in Educational Research” at a National/International Academic Conference organized by St. Ignatius College, June 2021.
• Presented a paper on “Sociality, Optimism and Man: A Post-Pandemic Reflection” at the All Odisha Philosophy Association (AOPA), Vikram Dev College, Koraput, 2021.
• Presented a paper on “The Covid-19 Impacts on Social Life” at the National Seminar on “Societal Trends”, St. Mary’s College, Thoothukudi, 2021.
• Presented a paper on “Feministic Approach for Personal Life” at the National Seminar on “Feminism: A Philosophical Approach”, S.B. Women’s College, Cuttack, 2020.
• Presented a paper on “Religion and Morality: An Analysis” at the All Odisha Philosophy Association (AOPA), Adaspur, 2020.
• Presented a paper on “Ethics of Mahima Dharma” at the National Seminar on “Central Concepts of Indian Philosophy”, S.B. Women’s College, Cuttack, 2019.
• Presented a paper on “Universality of Culture in the Influence of Jaina Tradition on Odishan Culture” at the National Seminar on Jaina Philosophy and Culture, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, 2019.
• Presented a paper on “Jaina Ethics in General” at the All Odisha Philosophy Association (AOPA), Ravenshaw University, Cuttack, 2019.
• Presented a paper on “Śabdapramāṇa” at the Indian Philosophical Congress, Nalanda, Bihar, 2019.
• Presented a paper on “Human Supremacy and Concern for the Rights of Animals” at the ICSSR-sponsored National Seminar, B.J.B. College, Bhubaneswar, 2018.
• Presented a Symposium Paper on “Biomedical Ethics” at the All Odisha Philosophy Association (AOPA), Rama Devi University, Bhubaneswar, 2018.
• Presented a paper in the Symposium on “Philosophical Methodology” at the Indian Philosophical Congress, Surat, Gujarat, 2018.
• Presented a paper on “Valuational Significance in the Kathopaniṣad” at the All Odisha Philosophy Association (AOPA), Shree Jayadev College of Education and Technology, Bhubaneswar, 2017.
• Presented a paper on “Importance of the Upaniṣadic Message ‘Tato Na Vijugupsate’ in the Modern World” at the Indian Philosophical Congress, Sanchi University of Buddhist-Indic Studies, Madhya Pradesh, 2017.
• Presented a paper on “Arthāpatti as an Independent Source of Knowledge” at the All Odisha Philosophy Association (AOPA), Maharshi College of Natural Law, Bhubaneswar, 2015.
• Presented a paper on “Relation of Philosophy and Society: G. Misra’s Stand” at the ICPR-sponsored National Seminar on Prof. G. Misra, Ravenshaw University, Cuttack, 2015.
• Presented a paper on “Active Euthanasia: An Ethical Perspective” at the ICPR-sponsored National Seminar “Contemporary Issues in Applied Ethics”, Ravenshaw University, Cuttack, 2012.
• Presented a paper on “An Analytical Exposition of Brahman in the Upaniṣads” at the All Odisha Philosophy Association (AOPA), Choudwar, Cuttack, 2012.
• Presented a paper on “Social Justice and Gender Equity” at the UGC-sponsored National Seminar on “Human Rights and Social Justice”, Choudwar College, Cuttack, 2011.
• Presented a paper on “The Path of Action for Mankind: A Universal Approach in the Bhagavad Gita” at the National Seminar on Bhagavad Gita, H.K. Mahatab College, Balasore, 2011.
• Presented a paper on “Morality and Moral Reasoning” at the All Odisha Philosophy Association (AOPA), Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, 2009.
• Presented a paper on “The Kathopaniṣadic Concept of Ātman and Its Realization” at the Indian Philosophical Congress, Tirupati, 2007.
• Presented a paper on “The Issues on Abortion” at the National Seminar on “A Philosophical Approach to Applied Ethics”, Andhra Pradesh, 2006.
• Presented a paper on “The Immorality of Euthanasia” at the Interim World Philosophy Congress, New Delhi, 2006.
• Presented a paper on “The Concept of Ātman in the Kathopaniṣad” at the Indian Philosophical Congress, West Bengal, 2005

Invited Lectures / Resource Person

• Resource Person and delivered a talk entitled “Human Life and Values: An Indian Philosophical Perspective” at the National Seminar “Indian Theory of Values: Contemporary Challenges”, Women’s College, Sambalpur, 24 March 2026.
• Resource Person and delivered a lecture on “Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar: A Philosophical Perspective and the Phenomenology of Social Reform” at the International Seminar “From Thought to Action in Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar’s Philosophy and Life-World”, Vidyasagar University, Midnapore, West Bengal, 10–11 March 2026.
• Resource Person in the Refresher Course on Gender Studies, MMTTC, Utkal University, 18 February 2026.
• Resource Person for the ICPR-sponsored Periodical Lecture on “Philosophy, Science and Technology”, Kandarpur College, Cuttack, 7 February 2026.
• Resource Person in the Refresher Course on Indian Knowledge Systems, MMTTC, Utkal University, 28 December 2025.
• Resource Person in the International Web Lecture Series on Yoga Darśana, organized by the Department of Philosophy in collaboration with IQAC, Millat College, Darbhanga, 25 November 2025.
• Delivered an Extramural Lecture as Resource Person on “Environment and Indian Knowledge System”, Department of Philosophy, Kamala Nehru College, Bhubaneswar, 3 September 2025.
• Resource Person on “Human Values Embedded in Indian Knowledge System”, Forum of Applied Ethics, West Bengal (Online Mode), 30 August 2025.
• Resource Person on “Bioethics”, Department of Philosophy, Visva-Bharati University, 21 April 2025.
• Resource Person on “Indian Knowledge System” at the National Seminar “Indian Knowledge System: Vedic Perspective”, Department of Sanskrit, Utkal University, 23–24 March 2025.
• Resource Person on “Yoga is the Way for Happiness and Social Development” during the International Day of Yoga Programme sponsored by ICPR, Kandarpur College, Cuttack, 12 July 2024.
• Resource Person on “Yoga: A Path to Holistic Living and Liberation” during the International Day of Yoga Programme sponsored by ICPR, Salipur College, Cuttack, 25 June 2024.
• Resource Person on “Suffering and Karma in Buddhist Religion” at the National Seminar “Evolution of Religious Thought: Modern Perspectives on Ancient Traditions”, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, 27–28 March 2024.
• Resource Person in the Faculty Development Programme on Research Methodology, Udayanath College of Science and Technology, 19 January 2024.
• Resource Person in the Refresher Course conducted by the Department of Public Administration, MMTTC, Utkal University, December 2023.
• Resource Person and presented a paper on “Ethicality and Spirituality in Kathopaniṣad” at the Two-Day National Conference on “Recent Advances in Home Science”, Berhampur University, 13–14 October 2023.
• Special Talk on Indian Knowledge System as Guest of Honour in the Collaborative Academic Programme organized by four colleges at Udayanath College of Science and Technology, 19 August 2023.
• Resource Person and presented a paper on “The Concept of Liberation and its Relevance in Present Society” at the ICPR-sponsored National Seminar, Government Autonomous College, Rourkela, 4 May 2023.
• Resource Person and delivered a lecture on “Formation and Foundations of Society: An Appraisal” at the UGC-sponsored Seminar, Salipur Autonomous College, Cuttack, 22 March 2022.
• Invited Lecture on “Verbal Testimony: An Analysis” as Resource Person at S.B. Women’s College, Cuttack, Odisha, 2020.

Symposia Presentation

• 2025 – Symposium , Centenary Year of Indian Philosophical Congress, IIT Bombay.
• 2023 – Symposium on Value versus Anthropomorphic Treatment of Values, AOPA.
• 2023 – Symposium, Indian Philosophical Congress, Utkal University.
• 2018 – Symposium on Philosophical Methodology, Indian Philosophical Congress, Surat.

Session Chairperson

• 2026 – Chaired Session on Yoga Philosophy, 12th International Congress of Yoga and Spiritual Science, NEHU.
• 2026 – Chaired Session, AOPA, Utkal University.
• 2025 – Chaired Session, (Applied Ethics), AOPA, Kamala Nehru Women’s College.
• 2025 – Chaired Session, 11th International Congress of Yoga and Spiritual Science.
• 2024 – Chaired Session, 10th International Congress of Yoga and Spiritual Science.
• 2024 – Chaired Session, Andhra University National Seminar.
• 2023 – Chaired Session, Kurukshetra University.
• 2023 – Chaired Session, Berhampur University.
• 2018 – Chaired Session on Biomedical Ethics, AOPA.

• Awarded Junior Research Fellowship by Indian Council of Philosophical Research (ICPR), New Delhi, 2007-09
• Best Paper Award in International Conference of Social Philosophy,“Can Religion contribute in humanism the World?” in International Conference, Yellapur, Karnataka, 2019. 

Editorial Work:

• Editor, Indian Journal of Analytic Philosophy, Department of Philosophy, Utkal University.
• Member, Editorial Board, Edwin Group of Journals (2023 onwards).
• Member, Editorial Board-cum-Review Committee, Understanding of Humanity in the 21st Century (2024).

Professional Assignments:

• General Secretary, International Conference of Yoga and Spiritual Science.
• Coordinator, 8th Global Public Health Conference (Bangkok, Thailand), 2025.
• Subject Expert, Trilingual Glossary of Philosophy (English–Hindi–Odia), CSTT, Ministry of Education, Government of India, October 2025.

Board of Studies Membership:

• Puri Autonomous College (2022–2026)
• Talcher Autonomous College (2022–2025)
• Nayagarh Autonomous College (2022–2025)
• V.N. Autonomous College, Jajpur (2025 onwards)

Membership of Professional Bodies

• Life Member, All Odisha Philosophy Association (AOPA)
• Life Member, Indian Philosophical Congress (IPC)
• Active Member, Asian Philosophy Congress
• Active Member, International Conference of Social Philosphy

Extension Activities and Outreach

• International Day of Yoga Programmes
• Philosophical Counselling Initiatives
• Indian Knowledge Systems Outreach Activities
• PwD Awareness Programmes

• Life Member in All Odisha Philosophy
• Life member in Indian Philosophical Congress
• Active Member in Asian Philosophy Congress
• Active member in International Conference of Social Philosophy
• General Secretary of International Conference of Yoga and Spiritual science

Academic Information

• Ph.D. Awarded: 04
• Project completed:01
• Research Papers Published: 41
• Books Authored/Edited: 08
• Internationa/l Conference Presentations: 13
• National Conference Presentations: 41
• Invited Lectures/Resource Person Assignments: 20
• Academic Events Organized: 14International Conferences/Workshops Organized: 3
• National Seminars/Workshops Organized: 5
• Faculty Development/Induction Programmes Coordinated: 3
• ICPR-Sponsored Programmes Organized: 4
• ICSSR-Sponsored Programmes Organized: 2
• Session Chairperson Roles: 9
• Editorial Positions: 3
• Board of Studies Memberships: 4

The academic approach: based on IKS and NEP 2020 envisions a learner-centered, value-oriented, and multidisciplinary educational system. It combines the wisdom of India’s philosophical traditions with contemporary academic standards, preparing students to address global challenges while remaining rooted in cultural and intellectual heritage. This approach aligns with the  vision  of NEP for creating enlightened, responsible, and socially committed citizens for the twenty-first century.