During 2006-07, the Academic Forum focused on various contemporary concerns and interdisciplinary issues by organizing a series of lectures, panel discussions and a seminar. Strategic analyst Mr. V. K. Anand examined the experience of nation building in Afghanistan and the problems of internal security through an interesting presentation on the evolving situation in the strife-torn region. The Acad Forum also organised a stimulating panel discussion on the privatisation of education by Mr. Amir Ullah Khan, the Secretary-General of the PHDCCI and Prof. Albeena Shakeel, of Jamia Millia Islamia, which fuelled an animated debate.

The interdisciplinary theme of the seminar on ‘Revolution’ elicited a wide array of perspectives from participants. Interpretations of the term Revolution ranged from the relationship of protest movements to literature and music, to prevalent understandings of jingoism and spiritual awakening through modes such as multimedia presentations and an original short film. The Acad Forum organized an exciting interactive session with
Ms. Anjali Bharadwaj of Satark Nagrik Sangathan, on the Right to Information Act and the issues surrounding it.

Professor Jayati Ghosh held a highly captivating talk on the theoretical conceptualisation of Special Economic Zones and the controversies regarding their implementation in India. In addition, Acad Forum, in collaboration with Dhyana, held an interactive session where journalist and author Ms. Gitanjali Prasad shared her insights into the great Indian family.