Manipal Global SDG Convergence – 2026 (MAGSCON–26) is a three-day international conference hosted by the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). The event aims to showcase and strengthen our collective commitment to advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This convergence will bring together a diverse spectrum of stakeholders, including academicians, policymakers, NGO leaders, community representatives, students, researchers, media professionals, industry partners, and government officials. With participation from MAHE’s international collaborators, the conference aims to foster meaningful dialogue, exchange best practices, co-develop innovative solutions, and strengthen action toward sustainable development. The conference includes invited talks, panel discussions, thematic sessions, workshops, and interactive forums covering all 17 SDGs, with emphasis on their global, national, and local relevance. Participants will engage with thought leaders, explore real-world case studies, and develop pathways for impactful action.
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, is a self-financing higher educational institution established in 1953. In June 1993, it was declared as a Deemed to be University by the Govt. of India. Our excellent track record in academics, infrastructure, research contributions, and standing in the national and international rankings; culminated in us being declared as an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University (IoE) by the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India, in October 2020. MAHE is synonymous with excellence in higher education and excellence in research. MAHE is home to over 35,000 students from 60+ nations, 3000+ faculty, and 10000+ support and service staff; and offers 300+ programmes across various disciplines including Medicine, Engineering and Management, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Management, Life Sciences, Communication, Humanities, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, etc. In NIRF ranking 2025, we are ranked the 3rd best University—14th in Overall category, 19th in Research and 5th in SDG ranking. We are also ranked in top 197 Universities in Asia in the QS University Rankings Asia and 201 – 250 ranking in Asia University Rankings and No. 1 rank in India as per UI Green Metric World University Ranking.
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