INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON

PUBLIC POLICY AND MANAGEMENT

CONFERENCE THEME
Promoting Good Governance and Local
Development in Bihar and Beyond:
The Latest Scholarship and Practice
17TH & 18TH JUNE, 2024

Chandragupt Institute of Management Patna

ORGANISED BY IN COLLABORATION WITH

Chandragupt Institute of Management Patna

Concept Note
In federal countries such as India, unequal regional development is a major hurdle in the pursuit of sustainable and inclusive
development for all. Current trends in India indicate that while at the national level, the country is likely to achieve some of
the development targets, the same level of progress is not reflected at all regional levels. The states with low levels of health
and education are also at the bottom of the hierarchy of human development. The prime case being Bihar, where nearly one-
third of its population still lives in abject poverty. Bihar, the third largest state in population in India and a resource-rich state
has historically faced governance challenges. These challenges have perpetuated socio-economic disparities and inhibited
the realization of the state's full potential. Despite these obstacles, there have been notable efforts in recent years to address
these issues through various policy initiatives, administrative innovations, grassroots movements, and academic research.
On the supply side, where there are several welfare schemes, however, their effectiveness remained understudied. On the
demand side, the lack of awareness persists which is further compounded by the limited opportunity to choose better
options to escape poverty. This mismatch calls for the immediate attention of policymakers, implementing agencies, and
think tanks. In practice, identifying policy coherence between and within the multiple challenges of development is a
monumental task but also a necessary action for all important stakeholders related to public policy and governance.

The 2nd International Conference on s Public Policy and Management (ICPPM), being organized under the aegis of the
Centre for Public Policy, Chandragupt Institute of Management, aims to bring together scholars, implementing agencies,
and policymakers from India and abroad to discuss the latest scholarship and innovative practice related to public policy
research and good governance. It will have a particular focus on how insights from this discussion, as well as ongoing
collaboration among the participants, can contribute to economic and social development in Bihar.

Sub Themes:
Contemporary policy paradigm and role of institutions in development
Policy Challenges related to gender and inclusive development
Policy and Service Delivery Challenges in Poverty Alleviation, Education and Health
Policies of Climate Change and Sustainability in Industry and Agriculture
Assessing the impact of Policy in the field
Partnership for Development

Participants:
Academician, Policymakers, Political Leaders and Researchers. Early carreer researchers and practitioners are encouraged
to participate.

Organizing Committee:
Convenors:

Prof. Charles Hankla
Director of the International
Center for Public Policy, and
Professor of Political Science,
Georgia State University,
Atlanta, GA
Prof. (Dr.) Debarata Samanta Mr. Kumod Kumar Dr. Utsav Kumar Singh
Assistant Professor , Chief Administrative Officer, Fellow,
Chandragupt Institute of Chandragupt Institute of Institute of Social Sciences,
Management Patna, Management Patna, New Delhi, India
Bihar, India Bihar, India
Coordinator, Chairperson, Center for CSR
Center for Public Policy & ESG Foundation, Patna,
Bihar, India

Members:

Prof. (Dr.) Sibananda Senapati
Associate professor,
Chandragupt Institute of
Management Patna,
Bihar, India
Prof. (Dr.) Kalyan Agarwal Prof. (Dr.) Sriranga Vishnu Prof. (Dr.) Raniit Tiwari
Assistant Professor, Assistant Professor, Assistant Professor,
Chandragupt Institute of Chandragupt Institute of Chandragupt Institute of
Management Patna, Management Patna, Management Patna,
Bihar, India Bihar, India Bihar, India

Prof. (Dr.) Mamta Singh Prof. (Dr.) Rishabh Rajan

Assistant Professor, Assistant Professor,
Chandragupt Institute of Chandragupt Institute of
Management Patna, Management Patna,
Bihar, India Bihar, India

About Chandragupt Institute of Management Patna (CIMP):

Chandragupt Institute of Management Patna (CIMP) was inaugurated in 2008 by His Excellency, the then Vice-President
of India, Md. Hamid Ansari, as the dream-project of Hon'ble Chief Minister of Bihar, Shri Nitish Kumar to resurrect the
ancient educational glory of Bihar. It is an autonomous institute of excellence in management education, consultancy and
research set up by the Government of Bihar on the lines of Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs). CIMP offers full time
AICTE Approved, NBA accredited and AIU recognized Post- Graduate Diploma in Management Programme; full time
AICTE approved Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) and Executive Programme in Management (EXPM) for the
officials of Government of Bihar and executives/managers from various industries/corporate. Apart from this, CIMP also
provides short-term Training Programme, Research and Consulting services for various departments, agencies and bodies
of the government and the corporate.

CIMP is in Rank Band: 101-125 (Management Category) by NIRF 2023 in the National Institutional Ranking Framework
(NIRF) India Rankings 2023. CIMP stands in top 100 in Indian Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF).
About Centre for Public Policy of CIMP:
The Centre for Public Policy (CPP) at Chandragupt Institute of Management Patna (CIMP) was established to evolve as an
avant-garde public policy think-tank; engaged in policy research, analysis, debate, capacity building and consulting;
catalysing fast-tracked, inclusive, and sustainable societal development. The Centre aspires to be the largest public policy
repository and provide a platform to strengthen policy-making through cutting-edge research on policy interventions for
enhanced effectiveness, applicability and governance. Throughout the years, the CPP has been doing research on various
domains and dimensions of public policy. CPP has completed more than five dozen projects, including drafting the Bihar
Vision Document for the Government of Bihar. Under the aegis of the centre, a large number of projects on a wide spectrum
of public policy issues like drinking water, agriculture, education, and social impact assessments (SIAs) have been
conducted and these projects have provided evidence-based policy suggestions to different departments of the state
government.

About Georgia State University:

Georgia State University (GSU), founded in 1913, is a premier urban research university located in Atlanta, Georgia.
Committed to excellence in education, diversity, and community engagement, GSU offers over 250 degree programs
across various disciplines. Renowned faculty members provide students with a challenging and supportive learning
environment, preparing them for success in a rapidly evolving world. Situated in downtown Atlanta, GSU's urban campus
provides unparalleled opportunities for internships, research, and community involvement. With a focus on innovation and
social impact, GSU fosters a vibrant and inclusive campus culture where students from diverse backgrounds come together
to learn, grow, and make a difference in their communities.

About International Center for Public Policy (ICePP),

Georgia State University:
The International Center for Public Policy (ICePP), Georgia State University, brings together the strengths of cutting-edge
technical expertise, extensive real-world policy experience, and solid project management capabilities in over 70
developing and transition economies around the world. Our faculty are leading experts in economics and public policy and
have authored books, academic and technical journal articles, and have extensive experience in designing and
implementing technical assistance and training programs. The exposure that ICePP brings to the Andrew Young School of
Policy Studies, as well as the interaction with government leaders and policy makers from around the world, enriches the
academic environment and deepens the school's commitment to resolving international policy challenges.

For any clarifications, please contact

CHANDRAGUPT INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT PATNA
Mithapur Institutional Area, Patna – 800001, India.
Conference Secretariat: +91 91551 42017
Email: icppm@cimp.ac.in | For further details please visit: https://www.cimp.ac.in