Guwahati: Gauhati University on Tuesday hosted an international seminar focusing on the need to build resilient business ecosystems capable of responding to changing geopolitical and economic conditions. The seminar, titled “Creating Resilient Business Ecosystems in the Current Geo-Political Environment,” was organised by the Department of Commerce, Gauhati University, with support from NABARD.
Addressing the seminar, Prof. Nani Gopal Mahanta, Vice-Chancellor of Gauhati University, stressed the importance of developing business ecosystems that are resilient, adaptable and prepared to respond to emerging global challenges. The university’s official profile confirms Prof. Mahanta’s position as Vice-Chancellor.
The international seminar brought together academics and experts from India and abroad for discussions on strengthening businesses amid geopolitical uncertainty and changing economic conditions. Among the participants were Dr. Roshee Lamichhane, Prof. Subhasis Ray and Dr. Mrigakshi Das.
Dr. Roshee Lamichhane is associated with the Kathmandu University School of Management in Nepal, where she is an Associate Professor in the Department of Marketing and Entrepreneurship. Prof. Subhasis Ray is a management academic whose current academic affiliation is with XLRI–Xavier School of Management.
Prof. Prashanta Sharma, Department of Commerce, Gauhati University, also addressed the inaugural session. Recent academic publications and university-related records identify him as a senior faculty member of the Department of Commerce, while recent 2026 academic material identifies him as Dean, Faculty of Commerce and Management, Gauhati University.
The discussions at the seminar are centred on how businesses, institutions and communities can adapt to geopolitical uncertainty, global competition and evolving economic conditions. The event also provides a platform for academic and professional exchange on strategies for developing more inclusive, sustainable and resilient business ecosystems.
The seminar is being held at Gauhati University in Guwahati, Assam, and is scheduled across October 6 and 7, 2026.
