National Recognition for Sona School of Business and Management under the AICTE–ATAL VAANI Scheme 2026–27

National Recognition for Sona School of Business and Management under the AICTE–ATAL VAANI Scheme 2026–27

Sona School of Business and Management, Salem has been officially selected under the AICTE–ATAL VAANI Scheme 2026–27 to organize a Two-Day National Conference on "Artificial Intelligence and Data-Driven Systems for Smart Industry and Business Transformation towards Viksit Bharat 2047: Promoting Technical Knowledge through Tamil Communication." The conference is scheduled to be held on 17–18 December 2026.

Being selected under the prestigious AICTE–ATAL VAANI Scheme is a significant recognition of Sona School of Business and Management's commitment to advancing research, fostering innovation, and promoting the dissemination of knowledge in emerging areas of technology and management.

A Prestigious National Initiative

The AICTE–ATAL VAANI Scheme is a flagship initiative of the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) under the AICTE Training and Learning (ATAL) Academy. The programme promotes the dissemination of technical knowledge in Indian languages by encouraging institutions to organize high-quality conferences, seminars, and workshops that make emerging technologies and research more accessible to a wider audience.

Selection under the scheme is made through a competitive evaluation process, recognizing institutions with the academic capability and research ecosystem to organize impactful knowledge-sharing programmes aligned with national priorities.

For Sona School of Business and Management, this recognition reflects the School's continued commitment to academic excellence, interdisciplinary research, and meaningful engagement with emerging technologies that shape the future of business and society.

Conference Theme: AI for Smart Industry and Business Transformation

The conference will focus on the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data-driven systems in enabling smart industries, accelerating business transformation, and contributing to the national vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.

The programme will bring together academicians, researchers, industry professionals, and students from across the country to exchange ideas, present research, and discuss innovative applications of AI in business, management, and industrial ecosystems.

Promoting Technical Knowledge Through Tamil

A distinctive feature of the conference is its emphasis on promoting technical knowledge through Tamil communication, supporting AICTE's vision of making technical education more inclusive and accessible.

By encouraging scholarly discussions in Tamil alongside emerging technological themes, the conference seeks to strengthen knowledge dissemination while preserving linguistic diversity in higher education.

A Platform for Research and Collaboration

The conference will provide opportunities for interdisciplinary dialogue, collaborative research, and meaningful interaction between academia and industry. Participants will engage with contemporary research, practical applications, and emerging trends that contribute to innovation-driven and sustainable business transformation.

Sona School of Business and Management expresses its sincere gratitude to the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and the AICTE Training and Learning (ATAL) Academy for this prestigious recognition and opportunity. The School looks forward to hosting an intellectually enriching conference that advances research, promotes knowledge sharing, and contributes to the national vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 through innovation and inclusive technical education.