World Sanskrit Day 2026: International Conference on Sri Aurobindo’s Vision of India’s Scientific Heritage and Knowledge Systems: Perspectives on Sanskrit Language, Literature, and Cultural Heritage
Dr Kishor Kumar Tripathy
The vital question is how we are to learn and make use of Sanskrit and the indigenous languages so as to get to the heart and intimate sense of our own culture and establish a vivid continuity between the still living power of our past and the yet uncreated power of our future.
-Sri Aurobindo
Dear Scholars,
Greetings from AuroBharati, Sri Aurobindo Society, Puducherry,
The IKS project initiated at AuroBharati-Sri Aurobindo Society has consistently focused on fostering institutional networking, promoting high-quality research, and undertaking meaningful outreach activities. Over the past few years, the project has received an encouraging response from the academic and research community, reflecting a growing interest in the expansion of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), with a special emphasis on India's scientific heritage and knowledge traditions.
To further strengthen this momentum, we are organizing a significant event on the occasion of World Sanskrit Day to celebrate and promote the rich intellectual legacy of India while advancing dialogue, collaboration, and research in the field of Indian Knowledge Systems, i.e. International Conference on Sri Aurobindo’s Vision of India’s Scientific Heritage and Knowledge Systems: Perspectives on Sanskrit Language, Literature, and Cultural Heritage. The program will be held on the occasion of World Sanskrit Day, 28th August, 2026, organized by AuroBharati, Sri Aurobindo Society, Puducherry.
The heritage of Sanskrit represents a vast reservoir of rich traditions and diverse influences that have shaped Indian civilization over thousands of years. In Sri Aurobindo’s teachings and vision, Sanskrit is not merely an ancient language but a living expression of India's spiritual consciousness, intellectual heritage, and civilizational wisdom. He viewed Sanskrit as a powerful medium through which the profound truths of the Vedas, Upanishads, and other classical texts were preserved and transmitted to humanity. As the language of divine knowledge and higher consciousness, Sanskrit has served as one of the foundational pillars of Indian culture and knowledge traditions. The study of Sanskrit language and literature offers deep insights into the philosophical, practical, scientific, and spiritual dimensions of life and reveals the inner foundations of India's cultural heritage and wisdom traditions.
Sri Aurobindo emphasized that ancient India possessed a highly developed system of knowledge that integrated science, spirituality, philosophy, and human development into a unified vision of life. India’s scientific heritage reflects remarkable achievements in diverse fields such as mathematics, astronomy, medicine, linguistics, psychology, philosophy, and environmental understanding. He believed that these ancient knowledge systems were not isolated intellectual pursuits but expressions of a deeper spiritual and intuitive understanding of reality.
The scientific accomplishments of ancient India have contributed significantly to the evolution of modern thought and continue to offer valuable perspectives for contemporary society. In the present context, there is a growing recognition of the need to rediscover and reinterpret India’s traditional knowledge systems within modern educational frameworks. Sri Aurobindo envisioned an education that harmonizes scientific inquiry with spiritual wisdom and cultural values for the integral development of humanity.
The National Education Policy (NEP) also encourages the integration of Indian knowledge systems through innovative curriculum development, digital learning platforms, and expanded access to Sanskrit resources and research initiatives. Therefore, incorporating Sanskrit studies and Indian knowledge traditions into education and research can contribute significantly to strengthening cultural consciousness and preserving India's civilizational heritage. With a focus on ancient wisdom and its relevance to sustainable human development, this conference seeks to explore Sri Aurobindo’s vision of India’s scientific heritage and knowledge systems and their significance for the contemporary world and the future of humanity.
Conference Sub-themes
Sri Aurobindo on Sanskrit Language & Literary Heritage
Sanskrit as a language of consciousness
Scientific Heritage of Sanskrit Language and Its Importance
Sanskrit and Indian Languages: Protecting Linguistic Diversity
Sanskrit & the Computational Linguistics
Interdisciplinary Research in Sanskrit: Policy Implementation
Revival of Sanskrit: Challenges and Opportunities
Scientific Heritage and Knowledge Systems: Perspectives on Sanskrit Language and Literary Heritage
Registration Fee: Rs.1000/-
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Registration for the conference may be done by sending email to the conference Convener:
Mrs Charu Tripathy, Associate Director, AuroBharati, Sri Aurobindo Society, 11, St.Martin Street, Pondicherry, Union Territory of Puducherry, Email: charu.t...@aurosociety.org
Important Dates:
Submission of abstract & payment of Registration fee:30th July, 2026
Submission of full paper:15th August, 2026
Conference Date:28th August, 2026
All are welcome
Dr Kishor Kumar Tripathy
Member Secretary, AuroBharati, Sri Aurobindo Society
11, St. Martin Street, Union Territory of Puducherry
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