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RURAL HORIZONS 2026
Department Of Rural Development Sciences, Arul Anandar College (Autonomous) Karumathur, Madurai, Tamil Nada, India
International Conference on Transformative Research in Agriculture, Veterinary, Environmental, and Social Sciences 2026
DATES: 24-26 September 2026
VENUE : Department of Rural Development Science, Arul Anandar College (Autonomous) Karumathur, Madurai — 625514, Tamil Nadu, India
Sponsored by
Anusandhan National Research Foundation Government of India
Organized by
Arul Anandar College (Autonomous), Karumathur, Madurai, Tamil Nadu
In Association With
International Multidisciplinary Research Foundation Andhra Pradesh, India
LANGUAGE & LITERATURE | WOMEN & CULTURE | SOCIAL SCIENCES | LEGAL STUDIES | MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES | ENGINEERING SCIENCES | ENVIRONMENTAL & BIO SCIENCES | HEALTH SCIENCES
About the Coference
Rural Horizons 2026 is an international multidisciplinary conference dedicated to advancing transformative research, innovation, sustainable development, and interdisciplinary collaboration in Agriculture, Veterinary Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Rural Development, and Social Sciences. The conference aims to bring together academicians, researchers, scientists, industry professionals, policymakers, extension workers, development practitioners, entrepreneurs, and students from across the globe to discuss emerging challenges, innovative technologies, and sustainable solutions for rural and global development. The conference Will provide an international platform for presenting original research, exchanging ideas, building academic partnerships, and promoting collaborative research initiatives that contribute towards sustainable rural transformation.
ABOUT ARUL ANANDAR COLLEGE (AUTONOMOUS)
Arul Anandar College (Autonomous), Karumathur, Madurai, is one Of the leading autonomous higher educational institutions in Tamil Nadu, committed to academic excellence, research, innovation, community engagement, and holistic development. The institution has earned recognition for its quality education, rural outreach, research initiatives, and value-based learning
About the Department
Arul Anandar College Offers a distinctive "Rural Development Science" integrating Animal Husbandry, Agriculture, Biological science and social science to promote sustainable rural livelihoods in India. Guided by the policy "University towards villages," the department includes professionals in veterinary and agricultural sciences. We operate free veterinary clinics and an extension Centre, and maintain dairy, piggery, and poultry farms to provide practical training for students and farmers from 50 surrounding villages.
Our staff specialize in animal husbandry, agriculture, and sociology. Since 2013, the department has been recognized as a research centre by Madurai Kamaraj University. The RDS lab features an advanced veterinary hospital, scientific dairy, piggery, and poultry farms, supporting farmers, students, and research scholars. The lab is equipped with a Mini dairy plant, Micro Kjeldahl apparatus, a Biosafety cabinet (Grade II), a bomb calorimeter, a spectrophotometer, a muffle furnace, an autoclave, a hot air oven, biological incubators, and poultry hatching and brooding equipment. Our staffs have completed both minor and major projects funded by DST, DBT, IJGC, TNSCST, and DAE
About IMRF
The International Multidisciplinary Research Foundation (IMRF), Andhra Pradesh, is an academic and research organization dedicated to promoting research, innovation, international collaborations, conferences, faculty development, publications, and global academic networking across diverse disciplines. IMRF has successfully organized numerous national and international conferences, research awards, faculty development programmes, and publication initiatives involving participants from India and abroad.
CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES
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The conference aims to promote interdisciplinary research and innovation.
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Strengthen international academic collaboration and facilitate knowledge among researchers, academicians, industry Professionals and Practitioners
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Address emerging Challenges in agriculture, veterinary, environmental. and rural development Sciences
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Encourage technology transfer and sustainable innovation.
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Foster academia—industry partnerships.
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Support young researchers and research scholars.
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promote high—quality research Publications
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Build Strong global research networks
Call For Papers
Original papers and research contributions are invited from academicians. scientists, researchers. industry Professionals, policymakers, extension specialists, postgraduate students, research scholars, and practitioners from around the world to present innovative research, exchange knowledge, foster interdisciplinary collaborations, and discuss emerging trends, challenges, and sustainable solutions for rural and global development.
Publications Opportunities
Accepted papers may be considered for in:
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Conference Proceedings (ISBN)
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Edited Book Chapters (ISBN)
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Peer - Reviewed Journals
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Scopus Indexed Partner Journals
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Web of Science Partner Journals
Subjected to editorial review, peer-review outcomes, journal scope, and applicable publications processing charges
Keynote Speakers
International and national keynote speakers from reputed universities, research institutions, industries, and government organizations will deliver keynote lectures during the conference.
Prof. Dr. Rouhi Dahiya
Vice Chancellor & Professor of Agribusiness, Management & Horticulture, Postgraduate College, Lucknow, Jayoti Vidyapeeth Women, Jaipur, India
Prof. Dr. Sanjay Tiwari,
Professor of Sociology, Dayanand Anglo Vedic,
Postgraduate College, Lucknow,
Uttar Pradesh, India
Prof. Dr. S. Ganapathy
Venkatasubramanian,
Professor of Environmental Law and Management,
Anna University, Chennai, India
Prof.Dr Gitanjali J
Professor of Information Technology
Assistant Director of International Relations at
Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore,
Tamil Nadu, India
Prof.Yanakorn Toprayoon
Professor, Rajapark Institute (Deemed to be University), Bangkok, Thailand
Prof. Dr. Zaira Zaman Chowdary
Coordinator, Natnotechnology & Catalysis
Research Centre, Univerisity of Malaya,
Kaula Lumpur, Malaysia
Dr. Yeduru Krishna Reddy,
Dean, Royal School of Pharmacy
The Assam Royal Global University
Betkuchi, Guwahati, Assam, India
Prof. Dr. E. Muralinath,
Professor, Department of Physiology,
College of Veterinary Science,
Andhra Pradesh, India
Prof. Dr. Bhaskar Reddy
Principal, Govt PG College, Vikaram University,
Ratlam, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, India
Important Dates
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Abstract Submission Deadline : 10 September 2026
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Acceptance Notification : Within 5 Days
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Full Paper Submission : 10 September 2026
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Early Bird Registration : 10 September 2026
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Final Registration : 18 September 2026
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Conference Dates : 24—26 September 2026
Registration Fee
Category
Registration Fee(INR)
Research Scholars & Students (Paper presentation) | 2,500
Faculty Members / Academicians / | 3, 000
Industry Professionals (Paper Presentation)
Registration Fee & Includes
Registration details will be announced separately based on the participant's country of residence.
Includes
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Conference Participation
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Conference Kit
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Conference Proceedings (Digital)
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Participation Certificate
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presentation Certificate
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Tea & Snacks
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Working Lunch
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Networking Sessions
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Access to Technical Sessions
Awards
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Outstanding Research Paper Award
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Best Student paper Award
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Young Researcher Award
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Best Oral Presentation Award
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Best Poster Presentation Award
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Innovation Excellence Award
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Women Research Excellence Award
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Rural Innovation Award
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Outstanding Scientist Award
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Lifetime Academic Achievement Recognition (by nomination)
Organizing Committee
Patrons
RECTOR
Rev. Dr. Basil Xavier, SJ
Arul Anandar College Karumathur, Madurai
SECRETARY
Rev. Fr. Joseph Arockiam, SJ
Arul Anandar College Karumathur, Madurai
PRINCIPAL
Rev. Dr. M. Anbarasu, SJ
Arul Anandar College Karumathur, Madurai
Conference Chair
Prof.Dr.Ratnakar
Deputy Vice Chancellor (R&P),
Genovasi University, KL , Malaysia
CEO & Director(Academics),
IMRF Institute Of Higher Education & Research
Conference Coordinator
Prof. Dr. Lellis Thivagar
Former Syndicate Member,
Madurai Kamaraj University
Convenor
Dr. S. P Malarkannan
Assistant Professor (Animal Husbandry) Department of Rural Development Science Arul Anandar College, Karumathur
Co - Convenor
Dr. C. Mabel Joshaline
Assistant Professor (Agriculture)
Department of Rural Development Science Arul Anandar College, Karumathur
Organizing Secretary
Rev. Dr. A. Sebastian Mahimairaj
Associate Professor & Head
Department of Rural Development Science Arul Anandar College, Karumathur
Organizing Members
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Dr.S.Arul Prasad
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Dr.M.Pandeeswari
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Dr. S.Abirami
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Mr.A. Arockia Maria Michael Raja
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Mr. P. Anthony Raj
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Mr. A. James
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Rev.Fr.S.Jeyaseelan SJ
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Dr.G.Adaikalara
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Dr.C.Justin David
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Rev. Dr. S. Jeyabaskaran SJ
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Dr.V.Janahiraman
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Dr.P.Parthipan
For More Details Contact
Conference Secretariat
Rural Horizons 2026
Arul Anandar College (Autonomous) Karumathur, Madurai — 625514
Tamil Nadu, India
Ph : +91 94423 55686
International Multidisciplinary Research Foundation (IMRF)
Andhra Pradesh, India
Email: imrfedu@gmail.com
Mobile: +91 9533421234
Website: www.imrfedu.org/ruralhorizons2026
Conference Management Partner