Online Certificate Program on Understanding Dynamics of Pakistan
The Centre for India’s Neighbourhood and Internal Security Studies (CINISS), under the aegis of the School of International Cooperation, Security and Strategic Languages (SICSSL), commenced its 6–day online certificate course on ‘Understanding Dynamics of Pakistan’ on 22nd September, 2025. The course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of Pakistan’s political, economic, security, and ethnic dynamics and their implications for India and the region.
The inaugural session began with a welcome address by Dr Aparna Varma (Director I/c SICSSL), followed by opening remarks by Prof. (Dr.) Kalpesh H. Wandra, Pro Vice-Chancellor, RRU. The address would emphasise the importance of scholarly engagement in understanding India’s neighbourhood and its strategic challenges.
The first session was on ‘Pakistan in Perspective: Country at Crossroads’ by Shri. A. B. Mathur, Member of the National Security Advisory Board (NSAB). This session highlighted Pakistan’s historical and contemporary trajectory, focusing on its geopolitical position, domestic challenges, and the evolving role of the military in governance. This was followed by the second session on ‘Pakistan’s Economy: Future Challenges and Opportunities’ by Capt. Alok Bansal (Retd.), Executive Vice President, India Foundation. He provided an in-depth analysis of Pakistan’s economic situation, exploring structural challenges, dependency on international aid, and the potential impact of projects like the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
Participants from diverse backgrounds attended these sessions, including army officers, air force officers, officers from state police, international participants, researchers, policy practitioners, academicians, and students of international relations and security studies. These sessions provided invaluable insights into the multifaceted nature of Pakistan’s internal and external dynamics.
The next six days will cover themes on Pakistani politics, security, economy, foreign policy, ethnicity and demographic profile. The speakers include Chairman NSAB, Shri. Alok Joshi, Shri. Tilak Devasher, Lt. Gen. A.K. Singh PVSM, AVSM, YSM, SM, VSM, Shri Rajiv Sinha, Dr. Ashok Behuria, Dr. Tara Kartha, Amb. TCA Raghvan, Lt. Gen. S. L. Narsimhan PVSM, AVSM*, VSM.
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