About the University
GD Goenka University is a private university located in Sohna, Gurugram, Haryana, India. It was established in 2013 by the GD Goenka Group through the Haryana Private Universities (Amendment) Act, 2013. The GD Goenka Group was founded by Shri A.K. Goenka. The University is approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC).
About the Conference
Geographical Indications (GIs) occupy a critical intersection between intellectual property law, international trade, cultural heritage, development economics, and increasingly, technology-driven governance systems. Recognized under the TRIPS Agreement and embedded within national and regional legal frameworks, GI protection is widely promoted as a mechanism for safeguarding traditional knowledge, enhancing market differentiation, and supporting rural and artisanal livelihoods. Across jurisdictions—including the European Union, South Asia, and other emerging Global South economies- GI regimes have expanded rapidly, both in scope and regulatory sophistication.
Academic Partner – Knowledge Steez
Themes
- Track 1: GI Protection in International Trade and Comparative Law
- Track 2: Markets, Pricing and Economic Value of GI Products
- Track 3: Livelihoods, Gender, and Social Impact of GIs
- Track 4: Institutional Design and Regulatory Governance
- Track 5: Blockchain, Traceability and Digital Certification
- Track 6: Data, Platforms and E-Commerce Ecosystems
- Track 7: Enforcement, Misuse and Compliance Mechanisms
- Track 8: Cooperatives, Intermediaries and Producer Organizations
- Track 9: Traditional Knowledge and Cultural Sustainability
- Track 10: Empirical and Law-and-Economics Approaches to GI Research
- Track 11: Policy Reform and Future Pathways in GI Governance
- Track 12: GIs, Innovation and Rural Entrepreneurship
Eligibility
- Government Officials, Policymakers, and Experts from Intellectual Property Rights Organizations and Other Stakeholders.
- Academicians, Research Scholars, and Students from National and International Universities;
- Artisans, Self-help Groups, and Cooperative Heads.
Mode
Hybrid
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Important dates
- Abstract Submission Deadline: 5th April 2026
- Acceptance Notifications on or Before: 01 April 2026
- Conference Dates: 10-11 April 2026
- Final Paper Submission: 30 April 2026
Contact Information
- sangwan@gdgu.org | +91-98718-06779 |
- goswami@gdgu.org | +91-94140-49872|
- azadsingh@gdgu.org | +91-87083-52488|
For More Info –Extended Date_Brochure_International Conference on GI
