The Global Manipal SDG Convergence - 2025 is a three-day international conference hosted by the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), aimed at showcasing and strengthening our collective commitment to advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This convergence will bring together a diverse spectrum of stakeholders, including academicians, policy makers, NGO leaders, community representatives, students, researchers, media professionals, and government officers. With the participation of MAHE’s international partners and global collaborators, the event aspires to foster dialogue, knowledge exchange, and innovative collaborations towards sustainable development. The conference will feature invited talks, panel discussions, thematic sessions, and interactive forums covering all 17 SDGs, with special emphasis on their local, national, and global relevance. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with thought leaders and practitioners, explore real-world case studies, and co-develop pathways for impactful action. The Global Manipal SDG Convergence - 2026 will not only serve as a platform for ideas and innovation, but also as a catalyst for collective responsibility and transformative action. By uniting diverse voices, the conference underscores MAHE’s vision to be a global leader in education, research, and sustainable development, committed to shaping a future that is just, inclusive, and resilient.
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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