Horizons for Sustainable Development in Manipur

This book presents a collection of twenty-five original research papers from the International Conference on Innovative Practices in Business, Education, and Environment for Sustainable Development in the Post-COVID-19 Pandemic, organised by Biramangol College, Sawombung, in collaboration with Ng. Mani College, Khurai (Imphal East), under the aegis of the Directorate of University and Higher Education, Government of Manipur. Held in December 2022, the conference brought together scholars and experts to explore pressing socio-economic and environmental challenges in the wake of the pandemic.

The research compiled in this volume offers diverse perspectives on critical themes, including financial inclusion, sustainable tourism, language evolution, lifelong learning, and environmental conservation. Key studies examine the moderate adoption of mobile banking and its barriers, the viability of community-based tourism for economic and ecological sustainability, and the transition of the Manipuri language to Meetei Mayek. The role of lifelong learning in fostering social inclusion and personal growth is also highlighted, alongside discussions on social entrepreneurship as a tool for addressing social stratification. Further, the book investigates the far-reaching impact of COVID-19 on tourism and education, shedding light on students' experiences with online learning and inefficiencies in higher education. Research on entrepreneurship emphasizes its role in driving innovation, economic growth, and women's empowerment, with microfinance emerging as a catalyst for business sustainability. Studies on rural enterprises and banking underscore the urgent need for financial inclusion and resilient economic development. By offering an interdisciplinary perspective on post-pandemic recovery, ethical entrepreneurship, and sustainable development, this compilation serves as a vital resource for academics, policymakers, and practitioners. It provides actionable insights into fostering regional economic growth and building a more inclusive and sustainable future.