Campus Times | Lucknow

Mr. Virendra Kumar and other researchers from BBAU have achieved a big success. They have published an international research study on the Blue Economy. The study finds that the Blue Economy framework can drive inclusive economic growth while protecting marine ecosystems, especially under SDG-14 Target 14.7, which links sustainable fisheries, aquaculture, and coastal tourism with the economic advancement of Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and Least Developed Countries (LDCs). The titled of this paper is Mapping Research on SDG 14 within the Blue Economy, the research offers a scientific, data-driven overview of global trends and policy directions in marine sustainability.

The study was authored by Mr. Virendra Kumar, Prof. Shilpi Verma, Mr. Rajeev Ranjan Mishra, Ms. Shweta Verma, Ms. Purnima Kumari, and Dr. Jitendra Kumar. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Raj Kumar Mittal congratulated the team, calling the publication a milestone reflecting the University’s research excellence.

According to the findings, global academic engagement in marine conservation and sustainable resource utilization has steadily expanded over the past two decades. The analysis provides strategic insights for policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders working toward effective implementation of SDG-14 and strengthening sustainable ocean governance.

University officials described the achievement as a testament to BBAU’s growing international research footprint.