The second International Seminar organized by the Department of Geography at Rampurhat College explored innovative approaches in geographical research. This seminar series aims to serve as a dynamic platform for scholars, researchers, and practitioners to engage with cutting-edge methodologies and interdisciplinary perspectives that address the complex contemporary challenges. By promoting collaboration across various disciplines, the seminar seeks to contribute meaningfully to the global and national discourse on geographical research and its applications.

This year's seminar, focusing on "Exploring New Dimensions for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)", highlights the critical role geography plays in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. With a special emphasis on India's vision for Viksit Bharat@2047, this seminar showcases research that addresses pressing issues such as climate change, urbanization, biodiversity conservation, and social inequality.

Integrates insights from multiple disciplines to provide a holistic perspective on sustainable development challenges Emphasizes real-world applications of geographical research, bridging the gap between theory and practice Showcases innovative work from young researchers, offering fresh perspectives and fostering academic growth

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Dr. Jayanta Das is an esteemed academic in Geography, serving as the Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of Geography at Rampurhat College, West Bengal, India. He holds a PhD in Geography from the University of North Bengal, with his research focused on sustainable alternatives to tobacco cultivation in West Bengal’s Koch Behar district. Dr. Das's expertise encompasses climate change, applied geomorphology, hazard management, soil and agricultural geography, remote sensing, GIS, and environmental geography. An accomplished editor, Dr. Das has led special issues in journals like Environmental Science and Pollution Research and contributed to multiple volumes with Springer. His books cover diverse topics, including hazard monitoring, sustainable agriculture, and geomorphology. His research is published in high-impact journals, reflecting his proficiency in areas like flood risk assessment, groundwater recharge, and land use analysis. Dr. Das has played a significant role in advancing geographical sciences, organizing international conferences and training workshops, including a SERB and ICSSR-sponsored seminar on sustainable development. His international collaborations include mentoring African researchers through the CV Raman International Fellowship, focusing on hydro-geographical studies and risk mapping. Recognized with multiple awards for his contributions, Dr. Das’s dedication to research and education continues to impact the field of geography both nationally and globally.

Asraful Alam is an Assistant Professor of Geography at Rampurhat College, affiliated to The University of Burdwan, West Bengal, India. He has completed his Postgraduate degree from the Department of Geography at Visva-Bharati. He furthered his expertise by obtaining a Post Graduate Diploma in Geoinformatics from Jadavpur University, enhancing his proficiency in the field. His research interests span a wide range, encompassing fluvial geomorphology, agriculture geography, and disaster management, geospatial data analysis and GIS applications. He has published articles in reputed international journals. He has more than 10 years of academic experience and shared his insights as a guest faculty in various colleges and universities.

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1 Sustainable Livelihood Security Index: Concepts, Methodology, and Applications.- 2 Developing the Agricultural Performance Index (API) Using the Open Source SAR Data on Google Earth Engine (GEE): A Study in Paschim Medinipur of West Bengal, India.- 3 Assessing Agricultural Drought in Tinsukia District Using Remote Sensing Indices.- 4 Impact of Enhanced Information and Communication Through Rural Connectivity on Agricultural Marketing: Some Insights from Murshidabad District, West Bengal.- 5 Identification Pattern of Crop Diversification: A Spatio-Temporal Study of Bankura District, West Bengal.- 6 Enhancing Resilience by Accelerating Adoption of Real Time Climate Risk Management Strategies Among the Rice Farmers of Bharathapuzha Basin, Kerala.- 7 Shifting Routes and Transforming Activities of Seasonal Migrants: Evidence from Drought-Affected Bankura District in Rarh Region of West Bengal, India.- 8 Factors Affecting Tourists Regional Revisit Intention in Post-Covid-19 Situation: Validating Results with Structural Equation Model (SEM).- 9 Study of Rainfall Pattern and Behavior for Aizawl, the Capital City of Mizoram, India, for Sustainable Water Resource Management.- 10 Repercussions of Glacier Outburst Flood on Local Livelihood Critically Challenging Sustainable Development: The Case of South Lhonak Lake Amidst Sikkim Himalaya, India.- 11 Evolution and Decay of Wetlands around Kanchrapara, Kalyani and Gayeshpur Municipality of Kolkata Metropolitan Area, West Bengal, India. 1922 - 2024.- 12 Environmental Problems and Prospects of Sustainable Water Management: An Assessment in the Coastal Biodiversity of Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh.- 13 Predicting Vehicular CO2 Emissions Using Machine Learning: Insights for Climate Mitigation.- 14 Estimation of Heat Wave Patterns and Assessment of Urban Heat Island and Its Impact in Rajshahi City Corporation, Bangladesh.- 15 Spatio-Temporal Analysis of Temperature Variability, Trend, and Magnitude Using Non-Parametric Approaches in the Jaldhaka-Torsa Interfluve, Sub-Himalayan North Bengal, India.- 16 Assessing the Land Use Land Cover Dynamics, Agriculture, and Water Stress Scenarios in Haora (Howrah) District, West Bengal in India.- 17 Evaluating the Impact of Glacial Lake Outburst Flood on Downstream Communities: An Analysis of Singtam, Sikkim.- 18 The Extent of Influence of NDVI and NDBI on Land Surface Temperature Using Multiple Regression Model.- 19 Developing Competencies of Geoscientists: A Way for Achieving Sustainable Development Goals.- 20 Assessment of Groundwater Potential Zones in Northwestern Bankura, West Bengal: A GIS-Based MCDA Approach Using TOPSIS.- 21 Land Use Land Cover Change Detection Using Remote Sensing Indices in Rasik Beel Wetland, West Bengal, India.- 22 Flood Susceptibility Mapping Using Machine Learning Boosting Algorithms and Geospatial techniques A Case Study of Subarnarekha River Basin.- 23 Environmental Flow Assessment (EFA) of Mahananda River at Siliguri Reach in Darjeeling, West Bengal, India.- 24 Land Use and Land Cover Pattern in Bhairab River Basin, West Bengal, India: Temporal Change Detection Analysis Using Geospatial Technique.- 25 Integrating ANN and Landscape Parameters for Flood Susceptibility Mapping and Sustainable Management, Semi-Arid Region, Tamil Nadu, India.- 26 A Study on Surficial and Vertical Distributions of Foraminifera from Chilika Lake, Odisha.- 27 Does Birth Order Impact Caesarean Delivery in India?.- 28 Impact of Parental Labour Out-Migration on Psychological Well-Being of the Children Left Behind in Rural India: A Psychometric Analysis.- 29 Role of Maternal Knowledge in the Utilization of Maternal Health Care Services Among Muslim Women of Maldah District, West Bengal, India.- 30 Exploring the Geographical Tapestry of Non-Communicable Disease-Induced Morbidity in the Elderly: A Cross-Sectional Inquiry in West Bengal, India.- 31 Variations in Metabolic Syndrome Risk Across Geo-Climatic Regions in West Bengal: A Bio-Social Perspective.- 32 Utilization of Antenatal Care Services in Labpur Community Development Block: A Study of Birbhum District, West Bengal.- 33 Does Household Amenities Impact Cultural Capital? Lessons from Undivided Bardhaman District of West Bengal in India.