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Utkal University
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
ଉତ୍କଳ ବିଶ୍ୱବିଦ୍ୟାଳୟ
ଭୁବନେଶ୍ୱର, ଓଡ଼ିଶା
Mr. Biswajit Biswal
Name: Mr. Biswajit Biswal
Designation: Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty)
Qualification: MA, UGC NET, PhD(Pursuing)
Phone No.: 9337785836
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0006-0428-433X
E-mail ID: biswajitbiswal202@gmail.com
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PG Department of Public Administration, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar 22nd September 2023 – Continuing Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty)
  • Pursuing Ph.D. in the Department of Public Administration on the topic
    “Implementation of Disaster Management Policies and Programmes in Odisha: A Case Study of Ganjam District”
    at Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
  • UGC NET in Public Administration (June 2025).
  • UGC NET in Political Science (June 2023), awarded by the University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi.
  • 2020–2022: Master in Public Administration, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar.
    CGPA: 7.40.
  • 2017–2020: Graduate in Political Science, V.N. (Autonomous) College, Jajpur.
    CGPA: 7.84.
  • 2015–2017: Intermediate in Arts, V.N. College, Jajpur Road, Jajpur.
    Percentage: 68.5%.
  • 2015: Matriculation, Panchayat High School, Shasanga, Keonjhar.
    Percentage: 76.16%.
  • “Can YouTube Serve as a Source of Information for Precision Farming? A Text Mining Approach for YouTube Videos”,
    Shubhasmita Acharya, Biswajit Biswal, and Lulu Rout. Published in the
    Journal of Agribusiness in Developing and Emerging Economies,
    December 2025. ISSN: 2044-0839.
  • “Climate Change and Sustainable Development: Interconnections and Challenges”,
    Biswajit Biswal and Pratima Sarangi. Published in the
    South Asian Journal of Socio-Political Studies (SAJOSPS),
    2025, Vol. XXV, Issue 1. ISSN: 0972-4613.
  • “Voices of Truth: The Role of Whistleblowing in Strengthening Governance and Accountability in India”,
    Jagabandhu Sahoo, Biswajit Biswal, and Pratima Sarangi. Published in the
    International Journal of Political Science and Governance,
    2025, 7(1): 34–39. ISSN: 2664-6021.
  • “Governance and the Changing Role of the State: Adapting to Global Challenges”.
    Published as a book chapter in
    Governance in India: Priorities, Policies & Prospects (3Ps),
    January 2025, pp. 22–28. ISBN: 978-93-6389-933-9.
  • “Indian Diaspora’s Role in Climate Action: Bridging Global Action for Sustainable Development”,
    Pratima Sarangi and Biswajit Biswal. Published in the
    Journal of Indian Institute of Public Administration, Regional Branch, Odisha,
    2024–2025, Vol. XXXI, pp. 198–211. ISSN: 2231-556X.
  • “Breaking the Chains: Witch-Hunting in Odisha and the Governance Challenges”,
    Jagabandhu Sahoo, Biswajit Biswal, and Pratima Sarangi. Published in the
    Journal of Governance and Public Policy,
    July–December 2024, Vol. 14, Issue 2, pp. 1–20. ISSN: 2231-0924.
  • “United Nations in the 21st Century: Evaluating its Role and the Case for Permanent Membership Expansion”,
    Biswajit Biswal and Pratima Sarangi. Published as a book chapter in
    Emerging Geo Politics in the Context of Wars and Immigration Challenges,
    September 2024, pp. 1–6. ISBN: 978-81-948870-2-7.
  • “Impact and Management of Covid-19 in India: The Government Initiatives and Measures”,
    Dr. Pratima Sarangi and Biswajit Biswal. Published in the
    AD EDUXIAN Journal,
    2024, 1(2): 25–39. ISSN: 3048-9751.
  • “Empowering Good Governance Through Print Media: A Critical Case Study of Odisha”,
    Harekrushna Pradhan and Biswajit Biswal. Published in the
    International Journal of Advanced Academic Studies,
    2024, 6(9): 18–23. ISSN: 2706-8927.
  • “Mining for Progress: A Study of District Mineral Foundation Funds in India”,
    Jagabandhu Sahoo and Biswajit Biswal. Published in the
    Asian Journal of Management and Commerce,
    2024, 5(2): 185–191. ISSN: 2708-4515.
  • “Role of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Disaster Management: A Study in India”.
    Published in the
    International Journal of Political Science and Governance,
    2024, 6(2): 10–15. ISSN: 2664-6021.
  • “Introduction to International Disaster Management”.
    Book Review published in the
    Public Administration Review Journal,
    January–June 2023, Vol. XXVI, Issue Quali-1. ISSN: 2249-3360.
  • “Disaster Management in Odisha: Policy and Initiatives for Cyclones”.
    Published in the
    Public Administration Review Journal,
    July–December 2022, Vol. XXV, Issue 2. ISSN: 2249-3360.
  • Outstanding Student Volunteer (May 2023)
    Awarded for contributing immensely towards the activities of the Department of Public Administration during the NAAC Peer Team visit to Utkal University in April 2023.
  • CPET Rank Holder (October 2020)
    Secured a rank in the Common PG Entrance Test (CPET), Odisha, in the subject of Public Administration.
  • Artificial Intelligence Applications in Disaster Prediction and Mitigation: Innovations, Challenges, and Future Strategies for Resilient Societies
    Presented at the International Conference on “AI & Sustainable Approaches for Reducing Carbon Footprint”, organized by Rajshree Institute of Management & Technology, Bareilly (U.P.), India, in collaboration with BIET Jhansi, Lumbini Technological University (Nepal), Reformed Church University (Zimbabwe), and the University of Ilorin (Nigeria), held on 13–14 March 2026.
  • Indian Knowledge System as a Tool for Community-Based Disaster Management: A Case Study-Based Analysis
    Presented at the National Conference on “Indian Knowledge Systems: Relevance for Present Day Governance”, organized by the Department of Public Administration, Utkal University, Odisha, on 27–28 February 2026.
  • Democracy Beyond the Ballot: The True Meaning of “We the People of Bharat”
    Presented at the 62nd All India Political Science Conference and International Seminar, organized by Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (Deemed University), Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on 27–28 December 2025.
  • Human Intelligence Meets Artificial Intelligence: A Dialogue within Education 5.0
    Presented at the ICSSR–NRC Sponsored National Seminar on “Education 5.0: Humanizing Technology in Learning Ecosystems”, organized by the Department of B.Ed./M.Ed. (IASE), Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University, Bareilly, on 05–06 December 2025.
  • Cyber Ethics in Practice: Safeguarding Users through Effective Social Media Governance
    Presented at the 9th National Media Conclave 2025 – “Media 5.0: Digital Communication”, organized by the Institute of Media Studies, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, supported by OCAC, Government of Odisha, on 21–23 November 2025.
  • Investor Awareness on Financial Literacy: An Interdisciplinary Approach towards Sustainable Development
    Presented at the National Seminar on “Investor Awareness on Financial Literacy”, held in blended mode at BBAU, Lucknow, on 06 October 2025.
  • Sustainable Growth at the Grassroots: Integrating Agriculture and Forestry in Odisha with the UN SDGs
    Presented at the International Conference on “Fostering Indigenous Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Sustainability (FIEIS–2025)”, jointly organized by KISS Deemed to be University, Bhubaneswar, on 17–18 July 2025.
  • Human Rights and Global Governance
    Presented at the International Conference on “Capital, Democracy and Foreign Policy in Contemporary World”, organized by Maa Manikeshwari University, on 30–31 January 2025.
  • Shaping India’s Future: AI’s Role in Achieving Viksit Bharat 2047
    Presented at the 8th National Media Conclave 2024 – “Media in AI Era”, organized by the Institute of Media Studies, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, supported by ICSSR, on 23–25 November 2024.
  • Balancing Efficiency and Democratic Challenges: A Study on One Nation, One Election
    Presented at the Multidisciplinary National Seminar on “Indian Democratic System: Election Process & Voting Behaviour”, organized by SNRL Jairam Girls College, Kurukshetra University, on 27 September 2024.
  • Guardians of Nature: The Role of Tribal Communities in Environmental Sustainability
    Presented at the International Conference on “Indian Knowledge System: Global Perspective and Practices”, organized by the International Office, Utkal University, on 20–21 September 2024.
  • Governance and the Changing Role of the State: Adapting to Global Challenges
    Presented at the National Conference on “Governance in India: Priorities, Policies and Prospects (3Ps)”, organized by the Department of Public Administration, Utkal University, on 30–31 August 2024.
  • Digital Media’s Effects on the Visual Arts: A Study of Shifting Aesthetics
    Presented at the International Conference on “Contemporary Researches in Engineering, Science, Management & Arts”, organized by the Centre for Research and Training (CRT), National Foundation for Entrepreneurship Development (NFED), Coimbatore, on 22–24 February 2024.
  • Cottage Industries in India: A Conceptual Analysis
    Presented at the International Conference on “Contemporary Researches in Engineering, Science, Management & Arts”, organized by the Centre for Research and Training (CRT), National Foundation for Entrepreneurship Development (NFED), Coimbatore, on 22–24 February 2024.
  • Transforming Government: The Role of Digital Governance in Public Administration
    Presented at the 7th National Media Conclave 2023 – “Digi-Tech Media and Democracy”, organized by the Institute of Media Studies, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, supported by ICSSR, on 21–23 November 2023.
  • Climate Change and Sustainable Development: Interconnections and Challenges
    Presented at the Two-Day International Conference on “Governance for Achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Policy Innovations and Challenges in its Implementation”, organized by the School of Liberal Arts and Humanities in collaboration with Gandhi Research Foundation and ZIBS-WOXSEN China-India Centre, on 10–11 October 2023.
  • Indigenous Knowledge: Farm to Fashion for Sustainable Development in Odisha
    Presented at the World Anthropology Congress 2023, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, on 10 August 2023.
  • Kalinga Migration and Diaspora with Southeast Asian Countries
    Presented at the 2nd International Conference on “Kalinga and Southeast Asia: The Civilizational Linkages”, organized by ICICH-2023, KIIT University, Bhubaneswar, on 27–29 July 2023.
  • Role of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Sustainable Disaster Management: A Study in India
    Presented at the International Conference on “Connecting Social, Financial and Human Sciences for Sustainable Development”, organized by KIIT University, Bhubaneswar, on 04–06 May 2023.
  • Reviewer of the manuscript QABM-2026-0332 entitled “Explaining External Whistleblowing Intention through Trust: Evidence from Indonesia’s Government Internal Auditor” on 20th May 2026, submitted to Cogent Business & Management.
  • One Week Faculty Development Programme / Short Term Training Programme on Climate Risk Management (Prog. Code: SPL41F)
    Successfully participated in and completed the programme organized by NITTTR Kolkata from 09–13 February 2026.
  • UGC-Sponsored Two-Week Online Interdisciplinary Refresher Course on “Humanities and Social Sciences”
    Participated in the LIVE mode programme organized by the UGC-Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre, GJUS&T, Hisar, from 04–17 September 2025 and obtained Grade A+.
  • Ten Days Research Methodology Course
    Successfully completed the online course sponsored by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), NERC, Shillong, organized by the Department of Teacher Education, Nagaland University, Kohima Campus, Meriema, from 10–19 February 2025.
  • NEP 2020 Orientation & Sensitization Programme
    Successfully completed the programme under the Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme (MM-TTP), organized by the Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre (MMTTC), Central University of Kerala, from 14–22 October 2024.
  • UGC-Sponsored Refresher Course in Political Science and Public Administration (Blended Mode)
    Participated in the programme organized by the UGC-Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, from 05–18 December 2023 and obtained Grade A.
  • Add-on Course in Public Policy
    Successfully completed the 30-hour Add-on Course organized by the Department of Public Administration, Utkal University, on 22 July 2023 and secured an ‘A’ Grade.
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application (PGDCA)
    Successfully completed the PGDCA course in May 2017.
  • Research Integrity and Publication Ethics – Addressing Current Trends and Challenges through Technology and Policy
    Attended the webinar organized by Elsevier Researcher Academy at NCBP on 26 November 2025. Presented by Shivalika Verma (Customer Success Manager) and Ela Pallipatti Mohan (Senior Publishing Ethics Expert, Elsevier Research Integrity & Publishing Ethics CoE).
  • Editor Workshop from Physics and Materials Science
    Attended the webinar organized by Elsevier Researcher Academy at NCBP on 29 October 2025. Presented by Aishwarya Nayal and Prof. Sanjay Mathur.
  • One-Day State Level Webinar on “Gandhi’s Lessons for Youth Today”
    Participated in the webinar organized by the Department of Political Science & Research Cell in collaboration with IQAC, S. R. Fatepuria College, Beldanga, Murshidabad, West Bengal, on 03 October 2025.
  • Workshop 1: How to Write a Manuscript and Get It Published
    Attended the workshop organized by Elsevier Researcher Academy under ONOS on 24 September 2025. Presented by Aishwarya Nayal and Dr. Jessica Tom.
  • One-Day National Level Webinar on “Understanding the Essence and Essentials of Democracy”
    Participated in the webinar organized by the Department of Political Science & Research Cell in collaboration with IQAC, S. R. Fatepuria College, West Bengal, on 15 September 2025.
  • Role of Artificial Intelligence in Scientific Writing
    Attended the webinar organized by Springer Nature for One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) member institutions on 01 September 2025.
  • Become a Smart Researcher: Essential Tips to Navigate Springer Nature Platforms
    Attended the online training organized by Springer Nature for ONOS member institutions on 15 July 2025.
  • Understanding Research Metrics: Essential Tools for Academic Excellence
    Attended the online training organized by Springer Nature for ONOS member institutions on 12 June 2025.
  • Union Budget 2025–26 Seminar
    Participated in the seminar organized by the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA), Regional Branch, Bhubaneswar at Hotel Swosti Grand on 12 February 2025.
  • Policy Dialogue Series Two-2025: “Upanishad and Governance”
    Participated in the dialogue organized by the Department of Public Administration in collaboration with the IIPA Regional Branch, Bhubaneswar at Utkal University on 28 January 2025.
  • Author Workshop – Latest Developments in Scientific Publishing Landscape & Publishing Ethics
    Attended the workshop organized by Elsevier Researcher Academy at OSHEC on 21 November 2024.
  • Symposium on “Problems of Aged – Social Security and Policy Concerns”
    Participated in the symposium organized by IIPA (RB) & ISER at Red Cross Bhavan, Bhubaneswar, on 01 October 2024.
  • Policy Dialogue Series One-2024: “Development Planning and Synergy between the State and Citizens”
    Participated in the programme organized by the Department of Public Administration in collaboration with IIPA Regional Branch at Utkal University on 25 September 2024.
  • One Nation One Election Seminar
    Participated in the seminar organized by the Indian Institute of Public Administration, Regional Branch, Bhubaneswar at Hotel Swosti Grand on 22 September 2024.
  • Workshop on Uses of Census Data in Social Science Research
    Participated in the workshop organized by the Department of Economics, Rama Devi Women’s University, Bhubaneswar, on 25 July 2024.
  • Odisha Wildlife Conclave 2024
    Participated in the conclave held at Jaydev Bhawan, Bhubaneswar, on the occasion of World Wildlife Day (03 March 2024).
  • National Seminar on Implementation of National Education Policy
    Participated in the seminar organized by the Central University of Odisha and the Regional Institute of Education, Bhubaneswar, on 16–17 February 2024.
  • Odisha Metals and Mining Conference
    Attended the conference at Hotel Swosti Premium, Bhubaneswar, on 14 September 2023.
  • India Research Conclave 2023
    Attended the conclave on the theme “The Future of Research: Access, Diversity, Ethics, and Technology” at CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar, on 26 August 2023.
  • HR Conclave 2023
    Attended the conclave at RCM, Bhubaneswar, on 24 August 2023.
  • Ikaai Odisha’s 1st DEI HR Conclave
    Attended the conclave on the theme “One-of-a-kind – Diversity” at Hotel Swosti Premium, Bhubaneswar, on 06 May 2023.
  • HR Leadership Conclave & Award 2023
    Attended the conclave organized by ASSOCHAM at Hotel New Marrion, Bhubaneswar, on 18 January 2023.
  • National Seminar on “Tribal Livelihood and Environment in North East India”
    Participated in the seminar organized by the Centre of Excellence, North East India Studies under the RUSA 2.0 Programme at Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, on 27 March 2021.
  • Criminal Justice Reform in India
    Participated in the seminar organized by the Indian Institute of Public Administration in collaboration with the Department of Public Administration, Utkal University, on 25 March 2021.
  • India in a Post-Pandemic World: A Nation under Stress
    Participated in the seminar organized by the Indian Institute of Public Administration, Regional Branch, Bhubaneswar at Unit-8 DAV School on 21 February 2021.
  • Yoga Workshop Programme
    Conducted a Yoga Workshop at the Department of Public Administration, Utkal University, in collaboration with Vivekananda Kendra Kanyakumari, Odisha Prant, on 01 February 2025.
  • Leadership Development Workshop Programme
    Conducted a Leadership Development Workshop at the Department of Public Administration, Utkal University, in collaboration with Vivekananda Kendra Kanyakumari, Odisha Prant, on 26 August 2023.
  • India’s G-20 Presidency: Our Foreign Policy Imperatives and Global Priorities
    Participated in and helped organize the National Seminar at the Department of Public Administration, Utkal University, in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA), Regional Branch, Bhubaneswar, on 08 May 2023.
  • Astanga Yoga and the Art of Self Governance
    Participated in and helped organize the programme at the Department of Public Administration, Utkal University, in collaboration with Sri Sri University, Cuttack, Odisha, on 20 December 2021.
  • National Seminar on “Public Administration in the 21st Century: Challenges and Options for India”
    Participated in and helped organize the seminar organized by the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA), Regional Branch, Bhubaneswar, in collaboration with the Department of Public Administration, Utkal University, at the CII Building, on 03 December 2021.