About the Seminar
The Seminar titled “The Rise of Blue Finance“ funded under AICTE VAANI 2025-26 scheme is to disseminate knowledge and strengthen the learning process through the medium of Indian languages, thus becoming a necessity to achieve the Viksit Bharat 2047 dream. The programme aims to strengthen academic understanding of emerging sectors in the regional language. In line with India’s commitment to harnessing marine resources for inclusive growth, this seminar aims to sensitise and equip students, faculty, and researchers with the knowledge and skills necessary to explore financial, technological, and ecological aspects of ocean-based sectors. This interdisciplinary program is intended to help faculty members build capacity to teach and research the pressing issues related to coastal resilience, ocean technologies, blue tourism, and sustainable finance. It also offers an excellent platform for academic-industry exchange and future collaboration.
About AICTE VAANI 2025-26 Scheme
The Census of India identifies 122 main languages and 1,599 other languages, with 30 languages spoken by over a million native speakers throughout various regions of India. Disseminating knowledge and enhancing the learning experience through Indian languages is essential for realising the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision. To enhance the quality of technical education in Indian languages, AICTE has inaugurated the VAANI (Vibrant Advocacy for Advancement and Nurturing of Indian Languages) 2025-26 scheme to offer a platform for academics and professionals to exchange information, experiences, ideas, and inventions in their regional language.
Objectives
To introduce participants to emerging concepts and practices in the Blue Economy through interactive sessions conducted in the regional language (Tamil), ensuring inclusive and effective knowledge transfer.
To provide deep insights into new-age marine technologies such as marine robotics, underwater wireless communication, and sensor networks, with explanations contextualized in the regional language for better comprehension.
To create awareness about the ecological impacts of ocean exploitation and promote strategies for sustainable development, using case studies and real-world examples communicated in the regional language for local relevance
To highlight the importance of coastal resilience and climate adaptation, particularly in the context of Tamil Nadu’s coastline, by fostering dialogue in the regional language to enhance accessibility and community engagement.
Registration Details
| Last Date to Apply | 31.08.2025 |
| Confirmation Date | 03.09.2025 |
- No fees for registration. (ONLY LIMITED participants)
- Registration should be done through ATAL portal.
- AICTE ATAL Portal (https://www.aicte-india.org/atal )
Application No.: 2318887808 - Attendance is mandatory
Members
Dr. M. Lakshmi, Coordinator, Professor, Department of Networking and Communications.
- Dr. T. Preethiya, Co-coordinator, Assistant Professor, Department of Networking and Communications.
- Dr. G. Abinaya, Assistant Professor, Department of Networking and Communications.
- Dr. G. Ramya, Assistant Professor, Department of Networking and Communications.
- Dr. Athiyaman Balakrishnan, Scientist-F, National Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasting (NCMRWF), Ministry of Earth Sciences, Uttar Pradesh
- Dr.Tune Usha, Scientist-G, National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR), Ministry of Earth Sciences, Chennai
- Dr.Latha Ganesan, Scientist-G, National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), Ministry of Earth Sciences, Chennai
- Dr.A. Malarkodi, Scientist-F, National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), Ministry of Earth Sciences, Chennai.
- Dr.D. Sathianarayanan, Scientist-F, National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), Ministry of Earth Sciences, Chennai
- Dr. M. Kailasam, Principal Scientist and Head-in-Charge, Fish Culture Division, ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture, Chennai
- Dr.S. Sakthivel Murugan, Professor, Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research (NITTTR), Chennai
- Dr.M. Thirugnana Sambandam, BEE-Accredited Energy Auditor, Director ( EnMS & Carbon Accounting), Greenfinch Real Estate Engineers and Consultants Pvt. Ltd, Chandigarh
- Dr.M. Dhana Lakshmi, Project Scientist -II, National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR), Ministry of Earth Sciences, Chennai
- Dr.V. Sobhana Devi, Assistant Professor, Department of Geography, Tourism and Travel Management, Madras Christian College, Chennai
Conference Will Cover Various Aspects of
- Deep Sea Technology
- Sustainable Aquaculture
- Blue Renewable Energy
- Ocean Pollution Management
- Marine Robotics and Automation
- Coastal Resilience
- Deep-Sea Mining
- Blue Carbon
- Growth of Blue Tourism
- Underwater Wireless Communication and Sensor Network
By the end of the seminar, participants will:
- Be encouraged to publish research papers in Indian languages, thereby contributing to the growing body of technical literature accessible to regional audiences.
- Generate innovative ideas and strategic roadmaps for future projects in Blue Economy sectors, fostering interdisciplinary and multilingual research avenues.
- Contribute to content creation in Indian languages in the fields of marine science, sustainable finance, and coastal technologies, making technical knowledge more inclusive.
- Initiate or strengthen collaborations between academic institutions and industry partners, with a focus on regional language integration for community engagement and local impact.
- Participate in the development of a knowledge base in Indian languages, ensuring that the latest global and national developments are translated and disseminated effectively.
- Actively support the promotion of Indian languages in technical education, aligning with national educational policies and AICTE’s vision for inclusive growth.
