This conference is set in line with the broader visions of ViksitBharath @2047 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The unorganized sector consists of around 93% of the total working population in India, as per the Ministry of Labour & Employment. Financial development is an indispensable part of growth of a country and its economy. It plays a significant role in poverty alleviation, achieving inclusive growth and promoting macro-economic stability. Studies show that financial well-beingh has a direct bearing on the productivity and overall well-being of the people. Financial literacy and financial behaviour positively influence financial well-being. In the emerging financial landscape,digital financial capability will have a say on financial behaviour and financial well-being.

An inclusive economy reflects on improved productivity, mammoth demand and sustained growth traverse based on strong macro fundamentals. Evaluating the factors designing the financial well-being of migrant workers will set the stage for transforming the bottom of the pyramid society and it will lay the foundation towards building Viksit Bharat. This conference explores the critical role of digital financial literacy in empowering migrant construction workers, addressing socio-economic barriers, and fostering financial inclusion to improve their overall well-being. It focuses on enhancing digital and financial skills, and promoting financial security for vulnerable groups like migrant construction workers. It aims to highlight innovative approaches, actionable solutions, and collaborative efforts to bridge the gap between vulnerable populations and sustainable financial systems.

Submission Guidelines

Academicians, research scholars and corporate delegates are invited to submit their original and unpublished research papers on the related conference theme

• Empirical, Conceptual research papers and case studies shall be submitted. The article must include a clear indication of the purpose of research, methodology, major findings, implications and key references
• All papers will be subject to peer review by the expert committee
• Maximum five authors shall be permitted per paper
• Minimum oneauthor should register for the conference and present the paper
• Abstract: Structured Abstract - Maximum 500 words
• Keywords: Maximum 5 words
• Full paper: 5 to 12 pages (6000 to 8000 words)
• Title Page : Title, Author name(s), Designation, Affiliation, Contactdetails (Email Id and Mobile Number)
• Font style: Times New Roman, Font size: Main heading – 14 & Subheading and content – 12, Line spacing : 1.5 / Document Size: A4 / Referencing Style: Harvard
• Abstarcts can be posted in https://forms.gle/pX2YVZDVuJ3mbiEJA till 09.01.2025 23.59 pm (IST)

List of Topics

• Leveraging Technology to Enhance Financial Well-being
• The Role of Government Policies in Supporting Financial Well-being
• Public-Private Partnerships in Bridging Financial Literacy Gaps
• Digital Payment Platforms: Opportunities and Accessibility for Migrants
• Digital Financial Capability
• Sustainable Models for Financial Education in Migrant Communities
• International perspectives on Financial Well-being
• International perspectives on Digital Financial Literacy
• Issues and challenges of International Migrant Workers
• Case studies and best practices - Improved Outcomes through Financial Literacy
• Case studies and best practices - Financial Well-being of migrantworkers Challenges and future directions

Committees

Chief Patrons

• Dr. Pawan Kumar Singh, Director, Indian Institute of Management, Tiruchirappalli

• Dr. J. Prakash, Registrar, Anna University, Chennai

• Dr. Shailesh Rastogi, Director, Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Nagpur

Conference Coordinators

• Dr. P. Saravanan, Conference Convenor & Dean (CR&FA), Indian Institute of Management Tiruchirappalli

• Dr. Kavitha Shanmugam, Conference Coordinator & Assistant Professor, Department of Management Studies, College of Engineering, Guindy, Anna University, Chennai

• Dr. S. Palaniappan, Conference Coordinator & Assistant Professor, Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Nagpur

• Dr. Javed Ahmad Bhat, Conference Coordinator & Assistant Professor, Indian Institute of Management, Tiruchirappalli

Invited Speakers

Inaugural Address:

• Dr.Pawan Kumar Singh, Director, Indian Institute of Management, Tiruchirappalli
• Dr. M.Vijaya Bhaskar, Professor, Madras Institute of Development Studies, Member, State Planning Commission, Governmnent of Tamilnadu

Keynote Address:

• Mr. Vijay Antonyraj, Vice-President, Consumer Business Insights and Analytics, Equifax, USA

Special Addresss:

• Dr.Arul Thyagarajan, Director, Vasanth Builders, Chennai, Executive Member, CREDAI

Valedictory Address:

• Mr. Krish Srikanth, Functional Lead, Payments Transformation Programme, Saudi Central Bank, Saudi Arabia

Publication

1. Conference Proceedings : Abstracts of all presented papers will be featured in proceedings with ISBN.
2. Book Chapters: Select high-quality papers may be published as chapters in an edited book.
3. Journal Publication: Exceptional papers will be considered for publication in the Journal of Indian Business Research (Emerald Publication, Scopus-indexed, ABDC-listed)

Venue

The conference will be held in Indian Institute of Management, Tiruchirappali

International Authors can present online.

Contact

All questions about submissions should be emailed to  ICSSR.VVB.FWB2025CONFERENCE@GMAIL.COM