Neelabh Kumar Sharma
Research Associate, Centre for Human Sciences
neelabh.s@rishihood.edu.in
About
Neelabh is a Research Associate at Rishihood University. He holds a post-graduate degree in English Literature from the University of Delhi. Neelabh’s research interests are focused on exploring Indian Knowledge Systems and their profound implications on society.
Neelabh feels extremely grateful to have gotten the opportunity to work under the guidance of experts like Prof. Sampadananda Mishra ji and Prof. Shobhit Mathur ji. He is always eager to discuss and learn from his peers, expanding the horizon of his understanding and contributing fresh insights to every project.
Beyond his research interests, Neelabh is also interested in exploring the questions of religion, culture, and gender. His desire to engage with complex and nuanced issues reflects his commitment to making a positive impact on society.
Work Experience
Rishihood University (March 2022 to Present)
Education
B.A. (Hons.)
M.A. (English)
Ph.D ( Integral Humanism and Decoloniality)
English Literature from St. Xavier's College, Ranchi University - 2019
SGTB Khalsa College, University of Delhi - 2021
Pursuing from Patna University, 2023-Present
Research Areas
Indian Knowledge Systems; British, American, Indian, and African Literature; Integral Humanism; Postcolonialism and Decoloniality; Literary Theory and Literary Criticism.
Publications
Awards & Recognitions
Best Paper Presentation Award at National Conference on Art and Innovative Design, Rishihood University, Sonipat, May 2025.
Young Researcher Award at International Conference on Vedic Pathways to Mind, Culture, and Society organised by We Avec U Foundation in collaboration with Miranda House, University of Delhi, Nov 2025
Further Additions
1.
"Reassessing Sustainable Development through lens of Integral Humanism" in The Daily Guardian Newspaper Editorial 26 September 2025
3.
"RSS at 100: Dharma for Sustenance of Bharatiya Civilization & the Globe" in Organiser on 2nd October 2025
4.
"From Imitation to Innovation: Revitalising Education with Bharatiya Ethos & Indian Knowledge Systems: in BJYM Magazine September 2025 edition
5.
"Nanaji Deshmukh's Alternative Vision for Rural Development" in News 18 on 14th October 2025
6.
"Resignation Ki Rasleela: Bihar, Ballots and the Art of Never Leaving Politics" in the Hindupost 10 January 2026
Others
Projects
1. Avadhanakala and Consciousness Studies (IKS Division, Ministry of Education, Government of India)
2. Sanskrit Literature for Children (Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi)
3. Integral Humanism Initiative (Star Pipe Foundry, Rajkot)
4. Translation of Vashishtha Kavyakatha Ganapati Muni’s Works from Sanskrit to Hindi and English (Vande Matram Library Trust)
5. Empowering Rural Communities: The Crucial Role of Community Resource Persons in Advancing Objectives of Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana in Poverty-Stricken Backward Districts of Uttar Pradesh (ICSSR)
6. Effect of Sanskrit Chandas (Metres) on Children with Learning Disabilities (IKS Division Ministry of Education, Government of India)
7. Robotics in Ancient India (IKS Division, Ministry of Education, Government of India)
8. Sanskrit and Speech Pathology (IKS Division, Ministry of Education, Government of India)
9. Cryptography and Sanskrit (IKS Division, Ministry of Education, Government of India)
