Sustainable Development Goals, Health and Education: Practices and Challenges

This edited volume presents a rich, interdisciplinary exploration of health, education, and sustainable development, with a special focus on the socio-cultural and developmental landscape of Northeast India. Organized into three thematic sections, the book brings together diverse scholarly perspectives that illuminate the complex interactions between human well-being, educational reforms, technological advancements, and sustainability practices.

Section 1 examines critical health and sustainability issues, including the role of yoga in holistic well-being, maternal and child health disparities, tribal health indicators, the evolution of health insurance systems, and the growing impact of artificial intelligence in healthcare. These chapters highlight both persistent challenges and opportunities for building resilient, inclusive health systems aligned with global sustainable development goals.

Section 2 focuses on education as a catalyst for sustainable progress. Topics include digital infrastructure gaps in schools, the integration of traditional values in modern education, the transformative vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, AI-driven innovations in higher education, and the imperative of inclusive education. This section underscores education role in shaping equitable, future-ready societies.

Section 3 delves into sustainable development practices, exploring gender-responsive policymaking, sustainability in traditional industries such as Sualkuchi silk, and the influence of e-commerce platforms on youth awareness and sustainable behavior.

Comprehensive and forward-looking, this volume serves as an essential resource for researchers, educators, policymakers, and practitioners committed to advancing sustainable development through informed, evidence-based approaches.