Event Details

International Conference on 5G for Sustainable Development: Green Development, Global Connectivity, Governance, Grand Challenges and Growth (IC5G 2026)

FROM 28 Sep 2026 TO 29 Sep 2026

Venue : Hybrid: Manipal University Jaipur & Online (through MS Teams) 10:00 Onwards @

The rapid advancement of digital technologies, artificial intelligence, platform economies, and innovation-driven business models has significantly transformed contemporary economic and social systems across the globe. Simultaneously, emerging economies are witnessing major transitions in entrepreneurship, consumer behaviour, sustainability practices, governance systems, and digital participation. These developments have accelerated the rise of creative industries, influencer economies, quick commerce ecosystems, platform-based entrepreneurship, and AI-enabled market systems, thereby reshaping production, consumption, employment, and value creation processes.

At the same time, growing concerns relating to sustainability, governance, digital inequality, responsible innovation, consumer protection, and inclusive development require interdisciplinary dialogue capable of integrating technological transformation with sustainable and equitable growth frameworks.

The proposed International Conference on Green, Global Governance, Generation and Growth in Digital and Creative Economies (IC5G 2026) aims to provide an international platform for academicians, researchers, industry experts, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and development practitioners to discuss emerging challenges and opportunities within sustainability transitions, digital transformation, platform economies, creative industries, governance systems, and inclusive innovation ecosystems, particularly within emerging economies and Global South contexts.

The conference adopts an interdisciplinary 5G framework that integrates Green sustainability transitions, Global economic systems, Governance innovations, Generation-driven digital transformation, and inclusive Growth strategies to address the future of business, entrepreneurship, technology, and sustainable development.

Conference Tracks

• Green Development: Sustainability, Resilience and Environmental Innovation
  • Sustainability and ESG practices
  • Climate adaptation and resilience
  • Circular economy and resource efficiency
  • Green innovation and sustainable technologies
  • Renewable energy and smart energy systems
  • Sustainable infrastructure and urban development
  • Responsible production and consumption
  • Environmental management and policy
• Global Connectivity: Digital Transformation, Networks and Connected Societies
• Digital inclusion and connectivity
• Smart cities and intelligent infrastructure
• Internet of Things (IoT) and connected ecosystems
• Digital transformation in public and private sectors
• Global digital ecosystems and collaboration
• Emerging technologies and societal change
• Technology adoption in developing economies
• Governance: Policy, Ethics and Responsible Digital Future
  • Digital governance and e-governance
  • Public policy and technology regulation
  • AI ethics and responsible innovation
  • Cybersecurity and digital trust
  • Data privacy and data governance
  • Governance of smart technologies
  • Institutional innovation and public administration
  • Sustainable governance and accountability
• Growth: Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Inclusive Prosperity
  • Entrepreneurship and startup ecosystems
  • Innovation management and technology commercialization
  • MSME development and competitiveness
  • Financial inclusion and fintech innovation
  • Social entrepreneurship and impact investing
  • Sustainable business models
  • Innovation-driven economic growth
  • Women entrepreneurship and leadership
  • Creative and knowledge economies
• Grand Challenges: Addressing Complex Societal, Technological and Developmental Transitions
  • Climate change and environmental challenges
  • Digital divide and social inclusion
  • Future of work and workforce transformation
  • Health, well-being, and technology
  • Education and digital learning
  • Urbanization and resilient communities
  • Disaster management and resilience
  • Sustainable lifestyles and behavioural transformation
  • Technology and societal well-being
• Social Welfare and Inclusive Societies
  • Social work and the Sustainable Development Goals
  • Social welfare policies and governance
  • Human rights, social justice, and equity
  • Community development and social innovation
  • Mental health and psychosocial support
  • Digital transformation and Artificial Intelligence in social work practice

Target Audiences

• Academicians and researchers
• PhD scholars and students
• Industry professionals
• Policymakers and government representatives

Expected Outcomes

• Dissemination of high-quality interdisciplinary research.
• Strengthening international academic and institutional collaborations.
• Industry-academia-policy engagement on sustainability and digital transformation challenges.
• Promotion of Global South and emerging economy scholarship.
• Policy recommendations for sustainable, digital, and inclusive economic development.

Publication Opportunities(SCOPUS-Indexed)

Selected papers presented at the conference may have the opportunity to be considered for publication in Special Edited Issues of Springer & Routledge, subject to the publishers' editorial policies and peer-review processes. Only full paper submissions will be eligible for possible publication consideration in supported series.

Important Dates

Registration Details

Note: The registration fee includes meals, conference kit, and access to all conference sessions. Accommodation for outstation participants may be provided on request and on a first-come, first-served basis.

Abstract Submission and Guidelines

Authors are required to submit an extended abstract (1500 Words) in the following format: Title; Author(s) and Affiliations(s); Purpose , Brief Literature Review; Research Gap, Design/Methodology/Approach; Findings(Expected/Preliminary); Research Implications; Practical Implications(if applicable); Originality/Value; Keywords(4-6).

Link to Submit Extended Abstract/Full Paper

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPKBiuHvOKKqU-5gVqj9Q9VeQ-285wTcb3XOCXIqdKN4_rfw/viewform

Payment Link & QR Code

https://formbuilder.ccavenue.com/live/ccavenue/manipal-university-jaipur-2/ic5g-2026-conference

Jaipur Evening Heritage & Cultural Tour (Post Conference Evening)

To provide our distinguished delegates and guests with an opportunity to experience the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan, the organizing committee is pleased to offer a specially curated Jaipur Evening Heritage & Cultural Tour. This unique cultural excursion will allow participants to explore Jaipur's architectural grandeur, vibrant traditions, and creative economy, complementing the conference theme of digital and creative economies.

Contact Us

Dr Madhu Bala Kaushik, madhu.kaushik@jaipur.manipal.edu, +91 8619501294

Dr Anadi Trikha, anadi.trikha@jaipur.manipal.edu +919309266276

Knowledge Partner