Identifying a Researchable Topic and Establishing Meaningful Research Gaps | PAN India PhD Induction Programme 2026

Prof. Vinod Kumar to Guide Scholars on Identifying Researchable Topics and Meaningful Research Gaps

ServiceSetu Academics is pleased to welcome Prof. (Dr.) Vinod Kumar, Head, Department of Media and Journalism, FLAME School of Communication, and Associate Professor of Digital Marketing & Communications at FLAME University, Pune, as a Keynote Speaker at the ServiceSetu PAN India PhD Induction Programme 2026, scheduled virtually from 5 to 9 September 2026.

Prof. Kumar will conduct a session titled “Identifying a Researchable Topic and Establishing Meaningful Research Gaps.” The session will guide PhD and FPM scholars in moving from broad research interests to focused and feasible research topics. Participants will also learn how to critically examine existing literature, identify meaningful research gaps, and establish the academic relevance of a proposed study.

A PhD graduate of IIT Roorkee, Prof. Kumar brings valuable academic and leadership experience in media, journalism, digital marketing, communications, and research.

Session Details

Date: 7 September 2026
Time: 11:00 AM (IST) onwards
Mode: Live Virtual
Participants: PhD/FPM scholars and faculty members
Registration Fee: No registration fee

The programme will be inaugurated by Dr. Sunil Luthra, Director, AICTE, New Delhi, as the Chief Guest.

Guided by the theme “Empowering India’s Next Generation of Researchers for Viksit Bharat 2047,” the programme aims to equip emerging scholars with the knowledge and practical guidance required for a rigorous and meaningful doctoral journey.

Interested participants may register by scanning the QR code on the event flyer.
Register Here: https://www.servicesetu.org/phd-induction/2026/register

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