Rajgir: Nalanda University hosted a one-day workshop titled “Ancient Roots of Indian Foreign Policy” on November 8, bringing together diplomats, scholars, and academicians for a deep dive into India’s civilizational ethos and its enduring impact on modern statecraft.
The workshop, attended by Aparna Ray, Joint Secretary, PP&R Division, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), and Professor Sachin Chaturvedi, Vice Chancellor of Nalanda University, examined the indigenous philosophical, cultural, and strategic foundations that have historically guided India’s global engagement.
The event featured deliberations by eminent speakers including Ambassador T.C.A. Raghavan, Dr. Sheshadri Chari, Professor Saradindu Mukherji, Dr. Milindo Chakrabarti (Consultant, RIS), Professor Dipankar Sengupta, Professor Uma C. Vaidya, and Professor Godabarisha Mishra. Their discussions underscored the relevance of ancient Indian wisdom in shaping contemporary foreign policy paradigms.
The sessions explored India’s Bharatiya Shastra Parampara and the traditions of civilizational diplomacy, drawing connections between India’s historical intellectual frameworks and its modern strategic outlook.
Speaking at the event, participants emphasized the continuity between India’s ancient worldview and its present-day diplomatic conduct. “Civilizational principles continue to guide India’s approach to global cooperation, inclusivity, and peace,” one of the speakers noted.
Earlier, on November 7, Nalanda University also hosted Aparna Ray and Varuni B.R., Consultant, PP&R Division, MEA, for a Faculty Interaction Meeting focused on strengthening academic collaborations, enhancing global partnerships, and advancing Nalanda’s mission of scholarship rooted in India’s civilizational heritage.
