Uttaranchal Institute of Management  ·  Hybrid Conference

International Conference on
Inclusive Management for
Resilient Businesses

in an Agile UNSDG Ecosystem

20th – 21st November, 2026
Swami Vivekananda Auditorium, Uttaranchal University
Hybrid Mode — Online & Offline
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About the Organiser

Uttaranchal Institute of Management

UIM has been at the forefront of providing quality education in Management and Commerce. The institute was established to create management professionals who can dynamically explore new avenues in entrepreneurship and management.

University Management and Business study programs are value-driven and industry-needs centric, specifically designed to meet corporate requirements. The curriculum offers a true blend of academic excellence and practical management applications.

Today, UIM — Best Management Institute in Uttarakhand, India — is leading the way in offering excellent educational facilities, faculty with impeccable academic credentials, and a plethora of programs to choose from. It is widely acclaimed for its strong placement record and highly innovative research programs.

NAAC Grade A+ Best B-School Uttarakhand Premier Placements
About the Conference

ICIMRB 2026

The International Conference on Inclusive Management for Resilient Businesses in an Agile UNSDG Ecosystem serves as a crucial platform for stakeholders to converge and deliberate on the multifaceted aspects of inclusive management within the context of sustainable development.

This conference emphasises the interconnectedness of financial inclusivity, technological innovation, and the societal shifts required to navigate the complexities of Society 6.0.

9

Tracks

2

Days

4+

Scopus Journals

Mark Your Calendar

Important Dates

Registration Window Opens

15th July 2026

Abstract Submission

20th July 2026

Abstract Acceptance Notice

30th July 2026

Full Paper Submission

25th August 2026

Camera Ready Paper

5th October 2026

Conference Dates

20–21 Nov 2026

Research Areas

Conference Tracks

Submit your research in any of the nine interdisciplinary tracks spanning management, technology, sustainability, and governance.

Track 1

Agile Human Resources & the Future of Work

  • AI-enabled adoption models for inclusive talent management
  • Digital transformation and employee well-being
  • Ethical governance and privacy in HR analytics
  • Building resilient cultures in remote/hybrid ecosystems
Track 2

Inclusive Leadership & Stakeholder Capitalism

  • Integrating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) into business models
  • Participatory decision-making and cross-cultural management
  • Women leading Industry 4.0 and beyond
  • Shifting from shareholder primacy to stakeholder value creation
Track 3

Supply Chain Resilience & Agile Operations

  • Mitigating global disruptions through agile and reverse logistics
  • Implementing circular economy principles in manufacturing
  • Leveraging IoT and blockchain for sustainable sourcing
  • Waste minimization and cross-border resource-sharing models
Track 4

Financial Agility & ESG Ecosystems

  • Navigating volatile markets via sustainable finance and green bonds
  • Standardizing ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) reporting
  • Financial inclusion through decentralized finance (DeFi)
  • Funding eco-conscious startups and sustainable initiatives
Track 5

Marketing, Consumer Behavior & Digital Sustainability

  • Cross-cultural brand adaptation in an eco-conscious market
  • Consumer psychology and the shift toward ethical consumption
  • Combating greenwashing through authentic brand transparency
  • Impact of digital sustainability on brand equity
Track 6

Governance, Policy & the UNSDG Framework

  • Aligning corporate strategy directly with specific UN SDGs
  • Public-private partnerships fostering climate-adaptive infrastructure
  • Evaluating societal impacts using the Stimulus-Organism-Response model
  • Regulatory challenges for green technology adoption
Track 7

Social Entrepreneurship & Grassroots Innovation

  • Fostering community resilience through social enterprise models
  • Microfinance and inclusive economic growth in developing nations
  • Bridging the digital divide via grassroots tech innovation
  • Scaling local sustainability initiatives to global UNSDG impacts
Track 8

Smart Management 5.0–6.0: Inclusive and Sustainable Enterprises

  • Upskilling and reskilling for Industry 5.0
  • Agile management practices and frameworks
  • Crisis management and organizational resilience
Track 9

Leveraging AI for Sustainable, Inclusive, and Resilient Business Ecosystems

  • AI for climate action, energy efficiency, and resource optimization
  • Data-driven sustainability reporting and ESG analytics
  • Inclusive decision-making using AI-driven insights
  • Predictive analytics for crisis and risk forecasting
Publish Your Work

Publication Opportunities

Paper selection is based on a double-blind peer review process.

Scopus Journal

Journal of Sustainable Finance and Investment

Scopus-indexed international journal covering sustainability and finance.

Scopus / Emerald Journal

Journal of Economic Exploitation and Inequality (Emerald)

Scopus-indexed Emerald journal focusing on economic inequality.

CRC Book

Selected Book Chapters

Contribute book chapters to a CRC Press edited volume.

ISBN E-Proceedings

ISBN Books (E-Proceedings)

Full conference proceedings published with an assigned ISBN.

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Registration Details

Registration window opens: 15th July 2026

₹2,000

INR

Industry / International / National Authors

Researchers & professionals from industry and academia.

₹1,000

INR

Research Scholar

PhD scholars and registered research fellows.

₹500

INR

Students

Undergraduate and postgraduate students.

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The People Behind ICIMRB 2026

Organizing Committee

Chief Patron

Shri Jitender Joshi

President, Uttaranchal University

Co-Chief Patron

Smt. Anuradha Joshi

Vice Chairperson, Sushila Devi Centre for Professional & Research

Co-Chief Patron

Ms. Ankita Joshi

Vice President, Uttaranchal University

Co-Chief Patron

Prof. (Dr.) Abhishek Joshi

Executive Director — Students Affairs & IT Services

Patron

Prof. (Dr.) Dharam Buddhi

Vice Chancellor, Uttaranchal University

Patron

Prof. Rajesh Bahuguna

Pro Vice Chancellor, Uttaranchal University

Chief Guest

Mr. K. P. Narayanan

Vice President, Global Alliances & Influencer Program, Zoho Finance Plus — Visionary Sales Leader & Digital Transformation Strategist

Keynote Speaker

Ms. Sarika Panchhi

Founder and CEO, Jivisa Wellness

Convenor

Prof. (Dr.) Pradeep Suri

Director UIM & Dean Academic Affairs, Uttaranchal University

Co-Convenor

Prof. (Dr.) Tilottama Singh

HOD, Uttaranchal Institute of Management, Uttaranchal University

Technical Chair

Prof. (Dr.) Rajesh Singh

Director — Research & Innovation, Uttaranchal University

Technical Chair

Prof. (Dr.) Anita Gehlot

Head — Research & Innovation, Uttaranchal University

Organizing Secretary

Prof. (Dr.) Babita Rawat

Professor, Uttaranchal Institute of Management, Uttaranchal University

Organizing Secretary

Prof. (Dr.) Megha Aggarwal

Professor, Uttaranchal Institute of Management, Uttaranchal University

Organizing Secretary

Dr. Farman Ali

Associate Professor, Uttaranchal Institute of Management, Uttaranchal University

Conference Committee

Conference Co-Secretary

  • Dr. Vyomkesh Bhatt
  • Mr. Arpit Walia
  • Mr. Sheikh Shahzad Ali
  • Ms. Shristi Chamoli

Advisory Committee

  • Dr. Anil Singh Chauhan
  • Dr. Archana Saxena
  • Dr. Bipin Chandra Kandpal
  • Dr. Arti Negi
  • Ms. Reenu Banarjee

Registration

  • Ms. Reva Vig
  • Ms. Smyle
  • Mr. Sunil Pandey

Inauguration & Valedictory

  • Ms. Sakshi Chamoli
  • Mr. Rohit Dhiman
  • Mr. Sanjay Singh Chauhan

Website Management & Media

  • Mr. Rohit Dhyani
  • Mr. Manish Ghalwan

Food & Hospitality

  • Dr. Sonakshi Bhatia
  • Ms. Rimpi Upadhayay
  • Mr. Devesh Chand

Help Desk & Discipline

  • Dr. Mohd Amir
  • Ms. Anika Sharma

Cultural Events

  • Ms. Palka Ghai
  • Dr. Neha Singh
  • Mr. Hardev Singh

Article Reviewing

  • Mr. Rajesh Pant
  • Dr. Vasim Ahmed
  • Dr. Pooja Devi
  • Dr. Mobin Anwar
  • Mr. Prasenjeet Samanta
  • Mr. Mohd Adnan
  • Dr. Varun Tripathi
The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service was provided for free by Microsoft and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.