Empowering Horizons: Manipur University Unveils "Beyond Boundaries" Book

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Manipur University Launches "Beyond Boundaries"
Edited by Dr. Thiyam Bharat Singh

Empowering Horizons: Manipur University Unveils "Beyond Boundaries" Book

Manipur University recently released a book titled “Beyond Boundaries: Empowerment, Identity and Development”, edited by Dr. Thiyam Bharat Singh, Prof. Damodar Nepram, and Dr. Yaiphaba Ningthoujam. The book was launched on 4th September 2026 at a special event organised by the Centre for Study of Social Inclusion (CSSI), Manipur University, held in the committee room of the Vice-Chancellor's Secretariat. The function was graced by Prof. RK Hemakumar Singh, Vice Chancellor of Manipur University,  Prof. Memcha Loitongbam, Dean, School of Social Sciences, and Prof. H. Sudhirkumar Singh, Director, CSSI, as the as the Chief Guest, Guest of Honour and President respectively.

Dr. Thiyam Bharat Singh highlighted the book’s intersectional approach to social issues such as gender equality, poverty, and marginalisation, noting the importance of understanding overlapping disadvantages for advancing inclusive development. Published by Sunmarg Publishers and Distributors, New Delhi, the volume draws from the national seminar "Viksit Bharat and Inclusive Development" held in April 2024 and features 11 chapters on diverse socio-economic topics. The function was well-attended, with about sixty participants, including faculty, scholars, media representatives, and other invitees, marking the event as a significant academic milestone toward the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047.

 


Location: Indo Myanmar Road, Canchipur, Imphal, Manipur 795003, India

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