Amrithagiri Himalaya proudly welcomes Professor Priyankar Upadhyaya, a globally renowned scholar in peace studies, as the Amrithagiri Chair for World Peace. With influential roles at Banaras Hindu University, MIT World Peace University, and Jawaharlal Nehru University, his work in intercultural dialogue and conflict resolution has shaped global peace initiatives. A distinguished author and thought leader, his expertise strengthens our mission to foster harmony and transformative education.
Professor Priyankar Upadhyaya is a renowned authority in peace and conflict studies, recently honored with the Amrithagiri Chair for World Peace by the Amrithagiri Research Foundation (ARF). His contributions transcend borders, shaping peace education at all levels. As the UNESCO Chair for Peace and Intercultural Understanding at Banaras Hindu University, he mentors future leaders, fostering intercultural harmony. His role as Senior Advisor at MIT World Peace University further amplifies his global influence in peacebuilding.
Professor Upadhyaya's scholarship is internationally recognized, reflected in his appointment as the Rajiv Gandhi Chair for Peace and Disarmament at Jawaharlal Nehru University in 2019. His thought leadership extends to global platforms, including a Global Fellowship at the Peace Research Institute Oslo (PRIO) and a prestigious position on the UNESCO/UniTwin Executive Committee for Inter-religious Dialogue and Intercultural Understanding (IDIU). Through these roles, he fosters global peace, intercultural dialogue, and conflict resolution.
Professor Upadhyaya’s contributions to peace research are evident in his extensive academic work, published by esteemed publishers such as Oxford University Press, Cambridge University Press, Sage, Routledge, and Taylor & Francis. His acclaimed books, "Peace and Conflict: South Asian Experience" (Cambridge, 2015) and "Long Walk of Peace: Towards a Culture of Prevention" (UNESCO, 2018), have set new standards in the field. His upcoming book, "Interreligious Dialogue: Good Practices, Challenges, and Future Directions," is highly anticipated for its valuable insights into conflict resolution and intercultural cooperation.
