International Workshop on
Computational Sanskrit

We are pleased to announce a pioneering three-day International Workshop on Computational Sanskrit, hosted at the University of Jaffna from 25–27 July 2026. This initiative is a collaborative effort made possible through the generous support of the India-Sri Lanka Foundation (ISLF).

Bridging Tradition and Technology

Sanskrit is a cornerstone of global knowledge, influencing philosophy, linguistics, and the deep cultural heritage of Sri Lanka. However, the intricate grammar and phonetic structures of original texts can often present barriers to modern researchers.

This workshop—the first of its kind in Sri Lanka—introduces modern computational tools designed to simplify these complexities. Participants will gain hands-on experience with:

• Digital Text Processing: Streamlining the engagement with classical literature.

• Automated Analysis: Tools for sandhi splitting, morphological parsing, and compound analysis.

• Machine Translation: Exploring Sanskrit-Tamil translation systems.

Event Details

• Dates: 25–27 July 2026.

• Venue: University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.

• Instruction Language: English and/or Sanskrit.

• Target Audience: Faculty, researchers, Buddhist scholars, linguists, computer scientists, and students (UG/PG/PhD).

• Prerequisites: None, though bringing a laptop is highly recommended.

• Registration fee (on-site): Rs. 1,000/- for three days. (Students and researchers may be eligible for a fee waiver, subject to seat availability)

Note: All participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the three-day program.

Expression of Interest for Workshop Participation

The deadline for submitting expressions of interest is 30 May 2026.