Join us at the prestigious Pratima Award Festival where we are honored to host Mr. Sailen Routray for a memorial lecture. A distinguished scholar and an influential voice in the fields of social science and education, Mr. Routray brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective to our event.
Educational Background and Scholarly Pursuits:
Sailen Routray’s academic prowess is rooted in a deep-seated passion for understanding societal dynamics through the lens of social history and cultural studies. He completed his Ph.D. at the National Institute of Advanced Studies, Bangalore, focusing on complex socio-cultural themes. His academic journey also includes prestigious scholarships such as the JRD Tata Trust scholarship at the Tata Institute of Social Sciences. Mr. Routray’s research and expertise primarily focus on social history, vernacular education, and the socio-cultural aspects of food, which he explored during his tenure as a consultant at Tezpur University and as an affiliated researcher at the French Institute of Pondicherry.
Diverse Professional Roles:
Over the years, Mr. Routray has held various key positions that underscore his multifaceted expertise. As a Principal Researcher at Sutra Advertising, he led pioneering research that bridged the gap between societal needs and academic insights. His tenure at the Center for Human Sciences in Bhubaneswar was particularly notable for initiating the School Social Sciences Initiative, which revamped social science education with a focus on vernacular pedagogy. This role underlined his commitment to enhancing educational frameworks that are culturally resonant and widely accessible.
Contributions to Knowledge and Literature:
Mr. Routray’s intellectual contributions are well-documented through his prolific writing. He has contributed scholarly articles to high-impact journals such as the Economic and Political Weekly, Third World Quarterly, and many others. His expertise is not confined to academic circles; he is equally proficient in engaging with wider audiences through his writings in mainstream media such as The Hindu and Outlook India, which speak volumes of his ability to contextualize academic knowledge for public consumption. His active engagement with the academic community through his blog is commendable .
Active Participation in Knowledge Forums:
His voice is a staple in significant educational forums, from delivering keynote speeches at prestigious institutions like IIT-Guwahati and the French Institute of Pondicherry, to engaging in dialogues on current social issues and education at various national and international platforms.
Recognition and Awards:
Sailen Routray’s contributions have been recognized through numerous awards and fellowships, including the prestigious ‘Abani Baral Memorial Award’ for excellence in column writing and the ‘WIPRO Seeding Programme Fellowship’. These accolades are a testament to his impact in the fields of social sciences and education.
Engagement and Outreach:
Beyond his formal roles, Mr. Routray remains actively engaged with the academic community through his blog and as a reviewer for prominent publishing houses like SAGE Publications, contributing to the ongoing discourse in social sciences and education.
Engage with Sailen Routray:
We invite you to delve into the insightful world of Mr. Sailen Routray at our upcoming Pratima Award Festival. His contributions to academia and his profound insights on social issues promise to enrich our understanding and inspire dialogue.
Stay connected with Mr. Routray’s work through his blog at sailenroutray.blogspot.com or reach out to him directly at sailenroutray@gmail.com for further engagement.
