The AIU 2nd National Conference of Women Vice Chancellors, organized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) in collaboration with G100 – Universities & Thought Leadership Wing and Shiksha Sanskriti Utthan Nyas, Delhi, was splendidly hosted by Jharkhand Rai University, Ranchi, at the enchanting Country Inn Nature Resort in Bhimtal, Uttarakhand, from August 21–22, 2025. The overarching theme of this significant conference was “Promoting Women-Led Development for Viksit Bharat.”

 

This theme captures the essence of a vision for a developed India where women’s leadership and participation are pivotal. By focusing on women-led development, the conference sought to highlight the critical role that women play in every sphere of society, from education and governance to the economy and beyond. During the entire conference, the prime emphasis was on empowering women, which is not merely a matter of social justice but a necessary path to achieving holistic national development.