Qualification

M.A., N.E.T., PhD (NEHU)

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Ph. D. Thesis: Architecture in the Khasi Hills in the 19^th and 20^th Century: A Historical Study.
Area of Interest:  Indigenous Khasi Architecture, Tribal Studies, Folklore, Environmental History, Gender Studies and Historiography.
Date of Joining: 15/05/2009

Awards/Achievement: National Eligibility Test for Lectureship, UGC (2008), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) 17^th May 2023.

Books Published

1. David Arnold Kharchandy (Ed), “A Retrospection into Meghalaya’s 50 years journey of Statehood” Lakshi Publishers, New Delhi, 2022. ISBN: 9788194893615.
2. David Arnold Kharchandy & Kerlihok Lyngdoh Buam (Ed), “Celebrating India @ 75″ Winshield Publishers, New Delhi, 2021, ISBN: 978-93-82120-29-2
3. David Arnold Kharchandy & Kwilly Nongrum (Ed), “Understanding Water Crisis” Lakshi Publishers, New Delhi, 2021, ISBN: 978-93-82120-41-4
4. David Arnold Kharchandy & Dr. Persara Lyngdoh (Ed), “Celebrating the Mahatma” Lakshi Publishers, New Delhi, 2020, ISBN: 978-93-82120-76-6
5. David Arnold Kharchandy (Ed), “Understanding the Tribes of Asia” Lakshi Publishers, New Delhi, 2018. ISBN: 9789382120360.
6. David Arnold Kharchandy, Dr. Batskhem Myrboh, Kerl’ihok Lyngdoh Buam & Dr. Ibalari Khongkoh (Eds), “Women, Religion and Liberation” Eastern Book House (India), Guwahati, 2016. ISBN Vol. I: 978 93 83252961, ISBN Vol. II: 978 93 83252978.
7. David Arnold Kharchandy & Kerl’ihok Lyngdoh Buam (Ed), “Understanding Religion – A Panoramic View,” Eastern Book House (India), Guwahati, 2015. ISBN:978 9383252787.

Paper Presentation International, National and Regional Seminars/Webinar, Conferences, etc.

1. Presented a paper at the National Seminar on “Traditional Tribal Technology in India: Northeast in Focus” organized by Don Bosco College Kohima in Collaboration with the Department of History and Archaeology, Nagaland University, Kohima Campus, Naga Scholar Association (NSA) Kohima Unit and Nagaland International Research Centre on the 12^th and 13^th May 2023.
2. Presented a paper on “Remembering the Lesser known Freedom Fighter U Tirot Sing at 75 years of India’s Independence” in the Webinar organized by Synod College, Shillong in Collaboration with the Department of Arts and Culture, Government of Meghalaya on the 27^th and 28^th May 2021 to Commemorate the 75th Anniversary of India’s Independence, “Adazdi Ki Amrut Mahotsav”.
3. Presented a Book Review on “Religion of the Khasis by Dr. S. S. Khongkhliam” in the Refresher Course in History organized by the University Grants Commission Human Resource Development Centre Academic Staff College, North Eastern Hill University, Shillong from the 5^th-18^th October 2020.
4. Presented a paper on “Gandhi’s Guiding Principle for Human Resurgence: The Swadeshi Way” in the Webinar organized by Synod College, Shillong in Collaboration with the Department of Arts and Culture, Government of Meghalaya on the 2^nd October 2020 to Commemorate the 150^th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.
5. Presented a paper on “Architecture in the Khasi Hills in the 19^th Century with special reference to Ka Iing Sad” in the 39^th North East India History Association (NEIHA) in Shillong on the 26^th-28^th October 2019.
6. Presented a joint paper on “Springs, a Local Phenomenon with a Global Outreach” organized by Tura Christian College, Tura and Meghalaya State Pollution Control Board, Shillong on the 22^nd June 2019.
7. Presented a paper on “Forms and Space in Traditional Khasi Houses: Some Insights” in the 38^th North East India History Association (NEIHA) in Shillong on the 1^st -3^rd October 2018.
8. Presented a paper on “Revisiting the Female Identity through A Literary Analysis of The Bible” organized by IQAC, Synod College, Shillong on the 13^th -14^th October 2015.
9. Presented a joint paper titled “Shillong a niche to the Diasporic Marwari traders of Rajasthan” at the International Seminar organized by the IQAC, Synod College on the theme “Human Migration in South Asia: dynamics and Implications” from the 09^th – 10^th October 2014.
10. Presented a paper on “Traditional Democracy: Role of Religion in the Khasi system of Governance with special reference to Hima Khyriem” organized by the Department of History, Synod College, Shillong the 10^th -11^th October 2013.

Participation in International, National and Regional Seminars/Webinar, Conferences, etc.

1. Participated and presented a paper at the National Seminar on “Traditional Tribal Technology in India: Northeast in Focus” organized by Don Bosco College Kohima in Collaboration with the Department of History and Archaeology, Nagaland University, Kohima Campus, Naga Scholar Association (NSA) Kohima Unit and Nagaland International Research Centre on the 12^th and 13^th May 2023.
2. Participated in the Inter-Disciplinary International Seminar in blended mode on “Look South Policy vis-a vis Meghalaya on the 21^st and 22^nd November 2022.
3. Participated in the International Seminar in a blended mode on “Sustainability towards a renewing existence” organized by Synod College, Shillong and supported by State Council of Science, Technology and Environment, Meghalaya on the 25^th and 26^th August 2022.
4. Participated in a Two-Day National Webinar on “Research Structuring, Statistical Insights & Publication Strategies “created & powered by National Foundation for Entrepreneurship Development (NFED), Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu on the 24^th -25^th July 2021.
5. Participated in A Special Lecture and Portrait Unveiling to commemorate the 186th Death Anniversary of “U Tirot Sing” by Prof. David Reid Syiemlieh, former Chairman UPSC, New Delhi and Prof. D. R. L. Nonglait, Professor and Head, Department of Khasi, North Eastern Hill University, Shillong on the 17^th July 2021.
6. Participated in the Webinar on “Christian Missionaries: Transforming the Lives of Garos (19^th – 20^th Century) organised by the Department of History, Loyola College, Williamnagar on the 25th June 2021 from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon via Google meet.
7. Participated in the National Webinar to Celebrate World Environment Day 2021 on the theme “Ecological Restoration” by Dr. Vandana Shiva, Environment Activist, Dr. Arvind Kumar President India Water Foundation, and Dr. Bharat Bhushan Tyagi, Padmashree Awardee organized by Department of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM), Sonipat, Haryana on the 5^th June 2021 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm via Webex.
8. Participated in the National Webinar to Celebrate World Environment Day 2021 on the theme” Sunderlal Bahuguna and Environmentalism in India” by Prof. Rajib Handique, Head, Department of History, Guwahati University, Assam organized by Government Model College, Kaziranga, Deering Chariali, Golaghat, Assam on the 5^th June 2021 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm via Google meet.
9. Participated and presented a paper on “Remembering the Lesser known Freedom Fighter U Tirot Sing at 75 years of India’s Independence” in the Webinar organized by Synod College, Shillong in Collaboration with the Department of Arts and Culture, Government of Meghalaya on the 27^th and 28^th May 2021 to Commemorate the 75^th Anniversary of India’s Independence, “Adazdi Ki Amrut Mahotsav”.
10. Participated and presented a Book Review on “Religion of the Khasis by Dr. S. S. Khongkhliam” in the Refresher Course in History organized by the University Grants Commission Human Resource Development Centre Academic Staff College, North Eastern Hill University, Shillong from the 5^th-18^th October 2020.
11. Participated and presented a paper on “Gandhi’s Guiding Principle for Human Resurgence: The Swadeshi Way” in the Webinar organized by Synod College, Shillong in Collaboration with the Department of Arts and Culture, Government of Meghalaya on the 2^nd October 2020 to Commemorate the 150^th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.
12. Participated and presented a paper on “Architecture in the Khasi Hills in the 19^th Century with special reference to Ka Iing Sad” in the 39^th North East India History Association (NEIHA) in Shillong on the 26^th-28^th October 2019.
13. Participated and presented a joint paper on “Springs, a Local Phenomenon with a Global Outreach” organized by Tura Christian College, Tura and Meghalaya State Pollution Control Board, Shillong on the 22^nd June 2019.
14. Participated in a Special Talk by Prof. Philippe Cullet, Professor of International and Environmental Law and the Director of the Law, Environment and Development Centre (LEDC) at the School of Oriental and African Studies – University of London on “From Water crisis to Water as a Common heritage: Towards Realizing the Right to Water and River Rights” on the 23^rd August 2019.
15. Participated and presented a paper on “Forms and Space in Traditional Khasi Houses: Some Insights” in the 38^th North East India History Association (NEIHA) in Shillong on the 1^st -3^rd October 2018.
16. Participating in a one-day Seminar on “Role of IQAC in quality enhancement in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)” organized by the IQAC, Synod College, Shillong for College teachers of Meghalaya on the 21^st April 2017.
17. Participate in the Young Scholars Forum Seminar 2017 on the theme “India’s North Eastern States and Eastern Neighbours: Borderlands, People and Connectivity” organized by Asian Confluence, Shillong on the 9^th-10^th March 2017.
18. Participated in the International Conference on “Climate Change Mitigation and Technologies for Adaptation, 2016” (IC3MTA 2016) organized by University of Technology and Management, Shillong in collaboration with Synod College, Shillong on the 21^st June 2016.
19. Participated in the International Seminar on “Cross Border Connectivity and Inclusive Growth-Possibilities and Challenges with special reference to North-Eastern region” organized by Shillong College, Shillong as part of the Diamond Jubilee Celebration 2016-2017.
20. Participated in the International Colloquium on “Value-based Approach to Sustainable Development” organized by the International Centre for North East Studies, Synod College, Shillong on the 15^th -17^th November 2016.
21. Participated in a Special Lecture by Dr. G. Raygorodetsky on “Indigenous Voices on Climate Change” organized by IQAC, Synod College, Shillong on the 4^th November 2015.
22. Participated and presented a paper on “Revisiting the Female Identity through A Literary Analysis of The Bible” organized by IQAC, Synod College, Shillong on the 13^th -14^th October 2015.
23. Participated in the International Seminar on “Social Interactions and Cultural Milieu” organized by the IQAC, Lady Keane College, Shillong on the 7^th-8^th August 2015.
24. Participated and presented a joint paper titled “Shillong a niche to the Diasporic Marwari traders of Rajasthan” at the International Seminar organized by the IQAC, Synod College on the theme “Human Migration in South Asia: dynamics and Implications” from the 09^th – 10^th October 2014.
25. Participated in a one-day workshop on “Relevance of Tourism Studies” in St. Mary’s College, Shillong, on the 12^th September 2014.
26. Participated in an awareness programme on “Safety of Women-Protective measures” organized by the Women Cell, Synod College on the 5^th November 2014.
27. Participated and presented a paper on “Traditional Democracy: Role of Religion in the Khasi system of Governance with special reference to Hima Khyriem” organized by the Department of History, Synod College, Shillong the 10^th -11^th October 2013.
28. Participated in the State Blood Transfusion Council, Shillong on the 23^rd August 2013.
29. Participated in the State Blood Transfusion Council, Shillong on the 04^th July 2012.
30. Participated in the National Conference on “Sixty Years of the Working of Parliamentary Democracy in India: Experiences and Prospects” organized by the Department of Political Science, Synod College on the 27^th – 28^th June 2012.
31. Participated at the National Conference on “Human Development in North East India: Special Focus on Youth” held on the 2^nd – 3^rdMay 2011, Synod College, Shillong.
32. Participated in the National Conference on “Climate Change Potential Environmental Apocalypse: Human Ethic in Question” held on 7^th – 8^thOctober 2010, Synod College, Shillong.
33. Participated in the two days’ workshop on “Deepening Democracy for a Responsive Society” held at Synod College, Shillong on the 3^rd – 4^thSeptember 2010.
34. Participated in the workshop on “Creative Tasks for the Communicative Classroom” organized by the Department of English, Synod College on the 7^th July, 2010.
35. Participated in the National Seminar on “Innovative Resourcing: Empowering Rural Livelihood” held at Synod College, Shillong on the 15^th –16^thOctober 2009.
36. Participated in the 96^thIndian Science Congress, North Eastern Hill University, 8^thJanuary 2009.

UGC Minor Research Project and In-House Research Project Completed

1. Principal Investigator of the In-House Research Project on “Khasi Architecture in Sohra and Shillong in the 19^th and 20^th Century: A Historical Study” funded by the IQAC, Synod College, Shillong in the year 2019.
2. Principal Investigator of the In-House Research Project on “Understanding Indian Christian role towards the development of India” funded by the IQAC, Synod College, Shillong in the year 2014.
3. Principal Investigator of the In-House Research Project on “The Colonial Diasporic Transition from Cherrapunjee to Shillong” funded by the IQAC, Synod College, Shillong in the year 2013.
4. Principal Investigator of the UGC Minor Research Project on “Architecture and Urban Development in Colonial and Post- Colonial Khasi Hill with special reference to Shillong” funded by UGC, NERO, Guwahati in 2012.
5. Co- Investigator of the In-House Research Project on “Hinduism: A niche in the Jaintia Hills with special reference to Nartiang” funded by the IQAC, Synod College, Shillong in 2009.

Workshop attended and participated

1. Participated in the Workshop on “Research Ethics and Plagiarism” by Dr. F. Sumer, Deputy Librarian, North Eastern Hill University, Shillong, organized by the Research Cell, IQAC, Synod College, Shillong on the 30^th April 2021.
2. Participated in the 1^st Workshop on Leadership Development Programme organized by UGC-Human Resource Development Centre (North-Eastern Hill University, Shillong – 793022) from the 14^th -21^st December, 2020.
3. Participated in the Workshop on Safer Access Framework organized by Indian Red Cross Society, Meghalaya State Unit, Supported by Indian Red Cross Society, National Headquarters, New Delhi on the 19^th-21^st August 2019.
4. Participated in the Workshop on Academic Writing and Publication organized by the Research Cell, IQAC, Synod College, Shillong on the 30^th April 2019.
5. Participated in the Workshop on Short-term Course on Gender Sensitization organized by UGC-HRDC, North Eastern Hill University, Shillong on the 8^th-13^th October 2018.
6. Participated in the Workshop on Travel Photography and Travel Documentary organized by Department of Tourism and Travel Management, Lady Keane College, Shillong on the 27^th September 2018.
7. Participated in the Three-day workshop on Stress Management by Effective Teaching Method organized by UGC-HRDC, North Eastern Hill University, Shillong on the 5^th-7^th March 2018.
8. Participated in the Workshop on Relevance of History in Tourism Studies organized by Mary’s College, Shillong on the 12^th September 2014.
9. Participated in the Workshop on Creative Tasks for the Communicative Classroom organized by Department of English, Synod College, Shillong on the7^th July 2010.
10. Participated in the workshop on “Revisiting Traditional Institutions in Khasi Jaintia Hills” organized by IQAC, Synod College, on the 23^rdJune 2014.
11. Participated in the workshop on “Revisiting Traditional Institutions in Khasi Jaintia Hills” organized by IQAC, Synod College, on the 23^rdJune 2014.
12. Participated in the Workshop on Capacity Building for Access to Information organized by Meghalaya Administrative Training Institute in collaboration with Synod College, Shillong on the 25^th April 2009.

Supervisor (s) of Students Research Project Completed

1. Supervisor of the Students Research Project on “Understanding Women’s Position from the Hidden pages of History” in 2015.
2. Supervisor of the Students Research Project on “Genesis of selected Clan names in Khasi-Jaintia society” in 2014.
3. Supervisor of the Students Research Project on “Feminist Movement in 20^th Century” in 2013.

 Membership and Academic Responsibilities in Institutional Organizations and Associations

1. Life member of the Indian Red Cross Society, Meghalaya State Unit.
2. Life Member of the Ramakrishna Mission Institute of Indigenous Culture, Kolkata.
3. Life Member of the North East India History Association.
4. Member of the British Council Library, Kolkata.
5. Member of the Nehru Memorial Library, Kolkata.
6. Member of Board of Studies (BOS), Department of Architecture, North Eastern Hill University, Shillong.
7. Member of the Meghalaya College Teachers Association.
8. Founding Secretary and working member of the Centre for Historical Research Synod College (CHRSC) established on the 26^th November 2020 till date.
9. Founding Member of the Literary Club, Synod College, Shillong established on the 01^st July 2013.
10. Founding Member of History Club, Synod College, Shillong established on the 01^st September 2011till date.
11. Founding Programme Officer of the Indian Red Cross Society, Synod College Unit 2019 till date.
12. 2022 – Member of the Organizing Committee of the Inter-Disciplinary International Seminar in blended mode on “Look South Policy vis-a vis Meghalaya on the 21^st and 22^nd November 2022.
13. Organizing Secretary of the International Seminar in a blended mode on “Sustainability towards a renewing existence” organized by Synod College, Shillong and supported by State Council of Science, Technology and Environment, Meghalaya on the 25^th and 26^th August 2022.
14. Teacher In-charge Social and Recreation of Synod College Students Council 2021-2023.
15. Member of the Parent – Teacher Association of Synod College till date. 
16. 2021 – Convener of the Celebration of 50 years Anniversary of Meghalaya’s Statehood Organised by the Centre for Historical Research Synod College (CHRSC), Shillong in Collaboration with the Department of Arts and Culture, Government of Meghalaya from 21^st – 22^nd October 2021.
17. Convener of the Celebration of 75 Anniversary of India’s Freedom Organised by Synod College, Shillong in Collaboration with the Department of Arts and Culture, Government of Meghalaya from 12th March 2021 to 15th August 2022.
18. 2020 – Member of the Parents-Teachers Association of Synod College, Shillong.
19. Convener of the Webinar on “Celebrating the Mahatma” organised by Synod College, Shillong in Collaboration with the Department of Arts and Culture, Government of Meghalaya on the 2nd October 2020 in Synod College.
20. 2019– Member of the National Archive, New Delhi.
21. Convener of the 150^th Anniversary Celebration of Mahatma Gandhi in collaboration with the Office of the Deputy Commissioner, East Khasi Hills District, Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Department of Sports and Youth Affairs, Department of Seri Culture and Weaving, Department of Urban Affairs, The Shillong Municipal Board, State Bank of India.
22. Convener of the Quiz Competition to Commemorate the 150^th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi on the theme “Revisiting the Legacy of the Mahatma at 150 years” in Synod College on 28^th September 2019.
23. Organizing Secretary of the International Seminar on “Understanding Water Crisis: The Way Forward” Organized by Synod College, Shillong in collaboration with P.A. Sangma Foundation and Meghalaya Basin Development Authority on the 6^th – 7^th June 2019.
24. Organizing Secretary of A Distinguish Lecture delivered by by distinguishing Lectures delivered by Dr. Rajendra Singh popularly known as the “Water Man of India” and the Magsaysay Awardee Chaired by Dr. Arvind Kumar, President of the India Water Foundation on the 5^th June 2019 at Synod College Auditorium.
25. Organizing Secretary of a Special Talk by Prof. Philippe Cullet, Professor of International and Environmental Law at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London and a Senior Visiting Fellow at the Centre for Policy Research, New Delhi, on “From Water Crisis to Water as a Common Heritage: Towards Realising the Right to Water and River Rights” on the 23^rd August 2019 in the College Auditorium.
26. 2018– Member of the organizing committee for the 39^th Annual Conference of the North East India History Association (NEIHA) held in Synod College, Shillong on the 1^st -3^rd November 2018.
27. 2016- Organizing Secretary of the International Seminar “Understanding the Tribes of Asia” organized by Department of History and Education, Synod College, Shillong on the 3^rd – 4^th November 2016.
28. 2015- Founder Member of the UGC Add on Certificate Course in Tourism Studies (CTS), 2015.
29. Convener of the National Seminar on “Women and Religion in India: Status and Quest for Liberation” organized by the IQAC, Synod College, Shillong on the 13^th –14^th November 2015.
30. 2014- Teacher in charge of the Inter College Debate Competition held at Shillong Commerce College, Shillong on the 26^th July 2014 on the motion: “Ban on rat hole mining will adversely affect the livelihood of the people of the State”.
31. Teacher in charge of the Inter College Debate Competition held at St. Mary’s College, Shillong on the 01st November 2014 on the motion: “Technology reduces Corruption”.
32. Teacher in charge for preparing the account of the history of the Department of History for submission to the Souvenir sub-committee on the 15^th September 2014.
33. Teacher in charge for motivating students of the Department of History to exhibit their talent or creativity in a programme organized by the Science Club, Synod College on 29^th October 2014.
34. Convener of the Cultural and Entertainment Sub-Committee for the Golden Jubilee Celebration 2014-2015.
35. Core Working Group (CWG) member of the Golden Jubilee Celebration 2014-2015.
36. Member of the Students’ Association, Synod College, Shillong 2014-2015.
37. Member of the Literary Committee of the Students’ Association, Synod College, Shillong 2014-2015.
38. Convener of the National Conference on “Religion vis-à-vis Socio-Political, Ecological and Gender Issues: A Historical Perspective” organized by the Department of History, Synod College, Shillong on the 10^th – 11^th October 2013.
39. 2013- Member of the organizing committee for the Inter College Debate Competition organized by the History Club, Synod College, Shillong on the motion “Tirot Sing’s Nationalism prevented Shillong’s development” held on the 16th July 2013.
40. Member of the organizing committee of the National Conference on “Religion vis-à-vis Socio-Political, Ecological and Gender Issues: A Historical Perspective” organized by the Department of History, Synod College, from the 10^th – 11^th October 2013.
41. Convener of the Search and Rescue Sub-Committee 2013 – 14.
42. 2012- Member of the organizing committee for the National Conference on “Sixty Years of the Working of Parliamentary Democracy in India: Experiences and Prospects” to be organized by the Department of Political Science, Synod College on the 27^th – 28^th June 2012.
43. Teacher in charge for the Graduation Day of Synod College, Shillong on the 04th August 2012.
44. 2011- Founder and Member of History Club, Synod College, Shillong 01^st September 2011 till date.
45. Member of the Students Committee for the NAAC Peer Team visit, September 2011.
46. 2010- Member of the Synod College Employees Thrift and Credit Cooperative Society Limited 2010 till present.
47. Member of the Meghalaya College Teachers Association (MCTA) from 2010 till present.
48. Member of the organizing committee for a two days’ workshop on “Deepening Democracy for a Responsive Society” held at Synod College, Shillong on the 3^rd – 4^thSeptember 2010.
49. Member of the Publicity Committee for the National Conference on “Climate Change Potential Environmental Apocalypse: Human Ethics in Question”2010.
50. Member of the Workshop Committee, “Deepening Democracy for a Responsive Society” held at Synod College, Shillong on the 3^rd and 4^th September 2010.
51. Secretary and Member of the Research, Consultancy and Extension Committee during the NAAC Reaccreditation 2010.
52. Member of the Students’ Association, Synod College, Shillong, 2010-2012.
53. 2009- Member of the Physically Challenge Cell, Synod College 2009-2013.

Faculty Development Programme participated

1. Participated in the Faculty Development Programme organized by IQAC, Synod College, Shillong on the 2018.
2. Participated in the Faculty Development Programme organized by IQAC, Synod College, Shillong on the 3^rd June 2016.
3. Participated in the Faculty Development Programme organized by IQAC, Synod College, Shillong on the 20^th October 2014.
4. Participated in the Implementing Continuous Comprehensive Evaluation at the Tertiary Level by Michelle Stabler – Havener organized by on the 27^th-28^th September 2013.
5. Participated in the Residential faculty Development Programme on Enhancing the Person of the Educator organized by on the 23^rd-28^th August 2012.

International / National /Regional Seminars, Talks, etc., organized

1. David Arnold Kharchandy was the Organizing Secretary of the International Seminar in a blended mode on “Sustainability towards a renewing existence” organized by Synod College, Shillong and supported by State Council of Science, Technology and Environment, Meghalaya on the 25^th and 26^th August 2022.
2. David Arnold Kharchandy was the Convener of Webinar on “A Retrospection into Meghalaya’s 50 years journey of Statehood” organized by the Centre for Historical Research Synod College (CHRSC) Collaboration with the Department of Arts and Culture Government of Meghalaya on the 21^st and 22^nd October 2021.
3. David Arnold Kharchandy was the Convener of a Special Lecture and Portrait Unveiling to commemorate the 186th Death Anniversary of “U Tirot Sing” by Prof. David Reid Syiemlieh, former Chairman UPSC, New Delhi and Prof. D. R. L. Nonglait, Professor and Head, Department of Khasi, North Eastern Hill University, Shillong on the 17^th July 2021.
4. David Arnold Kharchandy was the Convener of the Webinar on “Celebrating India at 75 “organized by Synod College, Shillong in Collaboration with the Department of Arts and Culture Government of Meghalaya on the 27th and 28th May 2021.
5. David Arnold Kharchandy is the Secretary of the Centre for Historical Research Synod College, (CHRSC), Shillong and organized the 2nd Series of Lectures by Prof. Manorama Sharma, Former Professor, Department of History, North Eastern Hill University, Shillong on “Hill State Movement in Meghalaya” on the 23rd April 2021 in Synod College, Shillong.
6. David Arnold Kharchandy is the Secretary of the Centre for Historical Research Synod College, (CHRSC), Shillong and organized the 1st Series of Lectures by Dr. Wanwei Roy Kharlukhi, Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha on “Hill State Movement in Meghalaya” on the 19^th January 2021 in Synod College, Shillong.
7. David Arnold Kharchandy was the Convener of the Webinar on “Celebrating the Mahatma” organized by Synod College, Shillong in Collaboration with the Department of Arts and Culture Government of Meghalaya on the 2nd October 2020 to Commemorate the 150^th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.
8. David Arnold Kharchandy was Organizing Secretary for A Special Talk by Prof. Philippe Cullet, Professor of International and Environmental Law and the Director of the Law, Environment and Development Centre (LEDC) at the School of Oriental and African Studies – University of London on “From Water crisis to Water as a Common heritage: Towards Realizing the Right to Water and River Rights” on the 23^rd August 2019.
9. David Arnold Kharchandy was the Organizing Secretary for the International Seminar on “Understanding Water Crisis: The Way Forward” organized by Synod College, Shillong in collaboration with P.A. Sangma Foundation and Institute of Natural Resources, Meghalaya Basin Development Authority (MBDA) on the 6^th -7^th June 2019.
10. David Arnold Kharchandy, Department of History, Synod College, Shillong was a member of the organizing committee for the 39^th Annual Conference of the North East India History Association (NEIHA) organized by NEIHA &Synod College, Shillong on the 1^st -3^rd November 2018.
11. David Arnold Kharchandy was the Organizing Secretary for the International Seminar on “Understanding the Tribes of Asia” organized by the Department of History and Education, Synod College, Shillong on the 3^rd – 4^th November2016.
12. David Arnold Kharchandy was the Convener of the National Seminar on “Women and Religion in India: Status and Quest for Liberation” organized by IQAC, Synod College, Shillong on the 13^th –14^th November 2015.
13. David Arnold Kharchandy was the Convener of the National Seminar on “Religion vis-à-vis Socio-Political, Ecological and Gender Issues: A Historical Perspective” organized by the Department of History, Synod College, Shillong on the 13^th -14^th October 2013.

Articles in newsletter

1. Contributed an article in the Newsletter “Reminiscences of the Past” which was a special issue entitled “Independence Day Celebration” August Issue 2012.
2. Contributed an article in the Newsletter “Reminiscences of the Past” entitled “Gandhi Jayanti 1869-1948)” October Issue 2011.
3. Contributed an article in the Newsletter “Reminiscences of the Past” entitled “Read and Digest facts about Indus Valley Civilization” October Issue 2011.
4. Contributed an article in the Newsletter “Reminiscences of the Past” entitled “Rudyard Kipling, The White Man’s Burden (1899”), October Issue 2011.
5. Contributed an article in the Newsletter “Reminiscences of the Past” entitled “The Feminine Identity: A legacy of Silence”, September Issue 2011.

Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities

1. 2019- Teacher in-charge for participation in the Annual Day Celebration 2019 of the Indian Red Cross Society, Meghalaya State Unit on the 25^th October 2019.
2. Teacher in-charge for participation in the health rally under Ayushman Bharat organized by the Directorate of Health Services, East Khasi Hills district, Shillong on the 17^th September 2019.
3. 2018- Teacher in-charge for participation in the World Tourism Day 2018 organized by Lady Keane College, Shillong on the 27^th September 2018.
4. Teacher in-charge for participation in the Extempore Speech Competition to Commemorate the State’s Martyrs at the Raj Bhavan, Shillong on the 30^th June 2018.
5. Was invited as a subject expert for the personal interview for the post of Assistant teacher in Khasi Jaintia Presbyterian Girl’s Higher Secondary School, Jaiaw on the 19^th June 2018.
6. 2017- Teacher in-charge for participation in the Debate Competition of the 5^th J. J. M. Nichols-Roy Memorial Inter-College Competition on the motion “Education System in India is favourable for Employment” organized by Shillong Commerce College, Shillong on the 11^th November 2017.
7. Teacher in-charge for participation in the Debate Competition on the motion “No hope ful future for the Youths even after 45 years of Statehood” organized Campaign for Change and North Eastern Hill University Students Union on the 10^th November 2017.
8. Teacher in-charge for participation in the Quiz Competition organized by the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer, Government of Meghalaya on St. Anthony’s College, Shillong on the 4^th November 2017.
9. Teacher in-charge for participation in the Quiz Competition to for the Pre-Independence Day Celebration 2017 at the Raj Bhavan, Shillong on the 5^th August 2017.
10. 2015- Advisor of the History Club and Newsletter “OPEN FORUM” of Synod College, Shillong from its inception September 2011 till date.
11. 2014- Was a Judge for the extempore Speech on the Observation of the international day of the Girl Child on “Empowering adolescent Girls: Ending the Cycle of Violence” organized by Meghalaya state Child Protection Society, District Social Welfare Officer and the District Child Protection Unit, East Khasi Hills, Shllong held on the 10^th October 2014.
12. 2013- Was a Judge for the debate competition and extempore speech organized by the District Child Protection Unit, East Khasi Hills, Shillong on observation of the International Day on Drug abuse and illicit trafficking on the 21^st June 2013 at Don Bosco Youth Centre, Shillong.
13. 2011- Was a Resource Person in a one-day workshop on “Relevance of Studying History” at Cherra Teachers Training Centre, Cherrapunjee and St. John Bosco Boys Higher Secondary School, Cherrapunjee on the 26^th July 2011.
14. 2010- Was a Resource Person for a two-day Workshop on Deepening Democracy for a Responsive Society organized by synod College, Shillong on the 3^rd-4^th September 2010.

Debate Competition/Workshop organized

1. Inter College Debate Competition organized by the History Club, Synod College, Shillong on the motion “Tirot Sing’s Nationalism prevented Shillong’s development” held on the 16th July 2013.
2. Organized a two days’ workshop on “Deepening Democracy for a Responsive Society” held at Synod College, Shillong on the 3^rd – 4^th September 2010.

Extension programmes organized

1. Organized an Extension Programme at St. Dominic Higher Secondary School. Mission Compound, Shillong on the theme “Relevance of Studying History” on 18^th September 2013.
2. Organized an Extension Programme at Synod College Higher Secondary Section, Shillong on the theme “Relevance of Studying History” on the 28^th August 2013.
3. Organized an Extension Programme at Synod College Higher Secondary Section, Shillong on the theme “Documenting Clan Names”, on the 28^th August 2013.
4. Organized an Extension Programme at Cherra Teacher’s Training Centre, Sohra on the theme “Relevance of Studying History” on the 26^th July 2011.
5. Organized an Extension Programme at St. John Bosco Boys Higher Secondary School, Sohram on the theme “Relevance of Studying History” on the 26^th July 2011.

Co-curricular Activities organized

1. Organized an exhibition on “Traditional items use by the Khasis” on the 2^nd– 3^rd November 2011, as part of the College week programme.
2. Organized a field trip to David Scott Road for the Honours students, Department of History, Synod College, Shillong on the 19^th May 2012.
3. Organized a field trip to David Scott’s Road from Mawphlang to Lad Mawphlang on the 28^th September 2013.
4. Organized a field trip to Lait Lum and the neighbouring villages of Smit on the 14^th December 2013.
5. Organized a Pre-Independence Day Celebration at Synod College, Shillong in collaboration with Shillong Reach Ministry on the 14^th August 2013.

Judge in Competition

1. Judge at the International Day of the Girl Child on “Empowering Adolescent Girls: Ending the cycle of Violence” organized by the Department of Social Welfare (Integrated Child Protection Scheme), Government of Meghalaya, on the 10^th October 2014.
2. Judge for the Extempore Speech and Debate Competition organised by the Meghalaya State Child Protection Society, Office of the District Protection Unit, East Khasi Hills, Shillong on the motion: “Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking” on the 21^st June 2012.