International Conference on 'Conflict Transformation and Peace Building' kicks off
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, July 03 2026: A Two-Day International Conference on "Conflict Transformation and Peace Building in South East Asia and Neighbouring Countries" commenced today at the Auditorium of Khongnangthaba University, Imphal.

The conference is organised by the IQAC and Centre for South East Asian Studies, Khongnangthaba University, in collaboration with the Department of Political Science and Human Rights, Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh, and Kamakhya Pemton College, Hiyangthang.

Two technical sessions featuring experts from Thailand, Myanmar, and Manipur are scheduled, with around 20 research papers to be presented.

The opening function was graced by Prof Hanjabam Shukhdeba Sharma, Director, College Development Council, Manipur University; Dr Wahengbam Nimai Singh, Principal, Kamakhya Pemton College; Prof Konsam Ibo Singh, retired Professor, Political Science, MU; Prof N Ibotombi Singh, Controller of Examination, Khongnangthaba University; and Prof N Surjitkumar.

HOD, Political Science and Human Rights, IGNTU, as presidium members.

In his keynote, Prof N Surjitkumar said Manipur holds historical, cultural, and geographical ties with Myanmar, Thailand, and South East Asia.

He said that the conference aims to study conflict situations in the region, including Northeast India, and create an academic platform for peace-building initiatives.

Resolutions adopted will be submitted to the Government of India and the Manipur Government, and a proposal to open a Centre for Peace and Conflict Management in Manipur will be recommended, he added.

Prof Sukhdeva Hanjabam noted that universities, as neutral bodies, play a more effective role than Governments in conflict resolution.

He stressed the need for greater research and documentation on Manipur's conflict situation, noting that few courses on peace-building exist in India.

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