ICCIG 4
The fourth International Conference on Creativity and Innovation at Grassroots (ICCIG4) was held from January 28–30, 2019, at IIM Ahmedabad, celebrating Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th birth anniversary. The event, organized in collaboration with Honey Bee Network, GIAN, and SRISTI, emphasized inclusive innovation and social transformation, embodying Gandhi’s principles of self-governance and uplifting the last person in the queue. Supported by institutions like CSIR, UNICEF, and IIT Bombay, the conference brought together experts, policymakers, grassroots innovators, and academia.
The three-day event featured discussions on diverse topics, including rural innovation, women’s knowledge integration, educational innovation, climate resilience, and public policies for inclusive innovation. Grassroots innovators showcased solutions like energy-efficient boilers and organic farming techniques. Sessions highlighted scaling innovations, mentorship, and sustainable models for grassroots development.
The event also addressed educational challenges, emphasizing gamification, inclusive learning, and leveraging technology. Discussions featured the role of science in bridging gaps, sustainable energy solutions, and empowering grassroots innovators. Panelists shared insights on linking grassroots innovations with scientific validation and scaling.
The conference concluded with valedictory remarks by Dr. Shekhar Mande, then DG CSIR, and inspirational words from Prof. Anil Gupta, who called for fostering grassroots innovation and preparing for ICCIG5.