India’s Eastern Horizon: Growth, Development and Cooperation

Book Type : Edited Book
Book Cover : HardBound
Size : 7.25*9.5 inches
Pages : 114
Author : Dr. Kasturi Nath & Anjan Kumar Bordoloi
Publisher : Willconic
ISBN : 978-93-49478-03-9

India’s Eastern Horizon: Growth, Development and Cooperation, an edited compilation of twelve chapters/research papers and insights from diverse fields across Eastern India and the North Eastern Region.

This book is a testament to the dynamic and evolving socio-economic, technological, and environmental landscape of the region.The contributions in this volume reflect the changing realities of livelihoods, education, policy, and sustainability.

The papers cover a range of themes, including livelihood transitions, where Bipul Bez and Mary Mannala examine the shift from traditional to modern patterns among tribals in Arunachal Pradesh, highlighting drivers of change and the socio-economic implications for community structures.

Dr. Seema Roy Kurmi explores the role of Artificial Intelligence in agriculture, emphasizing its potential for climate-smart practices while addressing challenges like the digital divide and data security.

Debika Dadhara redefines higher education for inclusive development in the North Eastern Region, proposing a culturally grounded approach aligned with NEP 2020 and the Act East Policy.

Dr. Neha Yadav discusses women’s agricultural initiatives in Assam, underscoring their invisible yet crucial role and the need to close gender gaps for inclusive rural growth.

Chandana Koch analyzes India’s Act East Policy, focusing on opportunities and challenges for regional integration with Southeast Asia through connectivity and cultural diplomacy.

Rashna Moran addresses primary education infrastructure in Eastern India, linking classroom facilities, sanitation, and technology access to learning outcomes and gender parity.

Pallavi Dutta critically assesses skill development initiatives under NEP 2020 in higher education institutions of Eastern India, noting infrastructural gaps and the need for industry-academia collaboration.

Pratiksha Phukan examines Assam’s skill development landscape, evaluating government initiatives and strategies to leverage the demographic dividend for employment.

Mallika Devi and Yasmin Nusrat Hussain, in their respective papers, address environmental sustainability in Eastern India, analyzing challenges like deforestation, climate variability, and industrial pollution, and advocating integrated, region-specific governance.

Ashok Prasad investigates the impact of UPI adoption on street vendors in Dimapur, Nagaland, revealing improvements in sales and financial inclusion alongside barriers of digital literacy and connectivity.

Purandar Patir contributes perspectives on industrializing Eastern India, exploring pathways for growth, development, and cooperation in the region.

We extend our gratitude to the contributors/authors for sharing their expertise and research. We are also thankful to the institutions and colleagues who supported and encouraged this endeavour.

We hope this book will stimulate further discussion, research, and policy innovation, serving as a valuable resource for academics, researchers, policymakers, and professionals seeking to understand and advance Eastern India’s growth, development, and cooperation.