presents india's first
bengaluru
social science festival 2026
16 JAN 2026, Friday
IIM Bangalore (Bannerghatta road)
for social science educators, school leaders, founders & authors
visionaries at bssf 2026
speaker lineup
from arts, governance, technology, defence, education, and spiritual traditions of India.
At the heart of BSSF
Our Themes
01
social science of communities
A child learning right from wrong without being formally taught, a family receiving support without asking, skills passing across generations—this is the invisible work of communities, and we've forgotten to notice it.
Social Science reveals these bonds, ultimately strengthening our communities and building a confident nation.
02
social science of technology
A vaccine reaching a remote village because someone understood how villages work, a city not running dry because planners studied its forgotten lakes, a village adopting toilets because someone understood why open defecation made sense to them in the first place.
Technology solves problems, but only when we understand the people it serves.
03
social science of environment
Once, a painkiller given to cattle killed India's vultures (who fed on the cattle), and without vultures a rabies pandemic broke—half a million people died. When China killed its sparrows for eating their grain, locusts swarmed the farms—millions starved.
We cannot protect what we don't understand. Social science helps us connect the invisible dots.
building this together
partners
These organisations are making BSSF 2026 possible. Inspiring people building inspirational experiences.
bssf in focus
key stats
100+
institutions
300+
delegates
15
visionaries
FAQ
questions?
Your doubts, answered.
Who can attend the BSSF 2026?
BSSF is open to social science educators, school leaders, humanities faculty, and anyone invested in transforming how history, geography, governance, and culture are taught in Indian classrooms. Registration is subject to approval.
How do I register?
Fill out the registration form on this website. Once submitted, our team will review your application and notify you of your approval status via email.
Is there a registration fee?
No. Attendance at BSSF is complimentary.
What about lunch?
Complimentary lunch will be available for all attendees
How will I know if my registration is approved?
You will receive an email confirming your registration status. Please ensure you provide a valid email address in the form.
Where and when is the festival?
BSSF 2026 will be held on Friday, 16 January 2026 at IIM Bangalore.
before you arrive
readings
