Ukhrul, November 7: The Centre for North-East Development and Policy Research (CNEDPR), under the Department of Political Science, St Joseph College, Ukhrul, Manipur, has invited research contributions for an academic e-book titled Fault Lines and Frontiers: Society, Economy and Politics in Northeast India.
The proposed publication seeks to encourage rigorous scholarship and informed discussions on the evolving social, economic and political landscape of Northeast India, with particular attention to regional development, democratic governance, constitutional safeguards and the aspirations of indigenous communities.
The volume aims to bring together diverse perspectives on the region’s social experiences, economic challenges, political processes, cultural traditions and developmental priorities, situating these discussions within India’s broader constitutional and democratic framework.
The proposed themes encompass identity and social cohesion, indigenous knowledge systems, language, livelihoods, connectivity, trade, borderland communities and political participation. The volume will also examine the relevance and implications of major government initiatives and policy frameworks, including the Act East Policy, Purvodaya, Viksit Bharat 2047, cooperative federalism, Jan Bhagidari and Antyodaya.
The editorial board will be headed by Reverend Fr. Dr Parvis John, Principal of St Joseph College, Ukhrul, as Chief Patron. Dr Aniruddha Babar will serve as Editor-in-Chief, with Dr Mungreishang Horam as Editor. Ms Jessica Raleng and Thaichuingam Gonmei will serve as Assistant Editors.
CNEDPR has invited original and unpublished research chapters from academicians, researchers, scholars, community leaders and public intellectuals. Contributions may address a broad range of subjects, including social divisions and identity, economic development and livelihoods, democracy and governance, constitutional safeguards, regional aspirations, connectivity and borderlands, culture, language and indigenous knowledge, alongside emerging challenges and opportunities in Northeast India.
Submitted chapters should be approximately 3,000 to 6,000 words, well-researched and analytical, and follow a recognised academic referencing style. Complete manuscripts must be submitted in MS Word format.
Interested contributors are required to submit their manuscripts by email to cndprsjc@gmail.com on or before January 10, 2027.
For further information, contributors may contact Editor-in-Chief Dr Aniruddha Babar at +91 8413080846 or Editor Dr Mungreishang Horam at +91 98629 07964.
Through this initiative, CNEDPR seeks to strengthen the culture of research and policy engagement in Northeast India by providing an academic platform for examining the lived realities, concerns and aspirations of communities across the region. The initiative also reflects the conviction that the progress of Northeast India is integral to India’s national development, democratic strength and collective prosperity. It places the people of Northeast India at the heart of its intellectual enquiry, recognising their voices, indigenous knowledge, lived experiences and aspirations as essential to shaping responsive policies, equitable development and a more inclusive national future. The proposed volume aims to contribute to wider scholarly and policy discussions on democratic participation, regional development and the future of Northeast India.
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