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This section is dedicated to introducing you to the esteemed leaders who guide our institution. Our officials bring a wealth of experience, expertise, and dedication to their roles, steering our university towards academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement. Get to know our key officials, and learn about their vision for the future of ADYPU. Whether you are a student, faculty member, alumni, or simply interested in learning more about our university leadership, we invite you to explore this section and connect with the individuals shaping our institution’s journey.
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Dr. Sudhakar Shinde is a Metallurgical Engineer from Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology Nagpur and has done his Masters in Personnel Management & Industrial Relations from Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai. He has chosen to be in the educational field and his core competencies is in Higher Educational Institute/University Administration.
His expertise in managing establishment of new institutes and administration of KG to PG institutes like Engineering, Medical, Dental, and Polytechnic and schools and so on…
He has worked with a repute institutions such as Datta Meghe College of Engineering, Sharad Pawar Dental College & Hospital, NMIMS University, Mumbai, NHIMS , Aruna Manharlal Shah Institute of Management Studies & Research, Ghatkopar, Durgadevi Saraf Institute of Management Studies Malad Mumbai, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed University) Wardha. His previous association was with Symbiosis Skills and Professional University Pune.
He has a rich experience of nearly 25 years as an Administrator and is well versed with recent educational systems. He had worked abroad in UAE and West Africa at Ghana. He is well versed with the regulatory norms of AICTE/UGC/DTE/NIRF/NAAC. He is known as excellent administrator, team leader and motivator.
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Dr. Pratima Suryawanshi is a distinguished academician, seasoned administrator, and accomplished management consultant with over 15 years of professional experience spanning academia, research, consultancy, and high-level administration. She holds a Ph.D. in Management Science from Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University, Nanded, along with an MBA specializing in Marketing and Human Resources, and a B.Sc. in Computer Science.
Dr. Suryawanshi has made significant contributions in academia, previously serving as an Assistant Professor at JSPM Narhe Technical Campus, where she specialized in Managerial Economics, Marketing Management, Organizational Behavior, and Research Methodology. Her administrative expertise is marked by her tenure as Assistant Project Director at the Babasaheb Ambedkar Research and Training Institute, Ministry of Social Welfare and Special Assistance Cell, Government of Maharashtra, where she gained nearly a decade of experience managing complex projects and initiatives in Skill Development, Research, Competitive Examinations and Training and Development. Additionally, Dr. Suryawanshi has worked as a management consultant for various private companies, providing expert guidance in areas such as policy formation, statutory compliances, governance, legalities, and administrative strategies.
In her most recent role as the Controller of Examinations at JSPM University Pune, Dr. Suryawanshi played an instrumental role in establishing and streamlining examination processes for a newly formed university—a feat widely appreciated for its precision and efficiency.
An accomplished researcher, Dr. Suryawanshi has published 8 research papers and authored 2 books. She also serves as a Ph.D. guide and co-guide in the field of Management Science. Dr. Suryawanshi’s exceptional blend of academic excellence, strategic leadership, and administrative acumen, combined with her expertise in governance, policy development, and research, makes her an asset to the university, driving academic rigor and operational excellence.
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Dr. Sunny Thomas , BA, MA, BPh, LLB (Spl), LLM, PhD , NET is currently the Dean of School of Liberal Arts and School of Law. He was also the former Dean for Faculty of Arts at CVM University, Gujarat and former Principal, Institute of Language Studies and Applied Social Sciences. He possesses a total teaching experience of 29 years and a total administrative experience of 13 Years. Dr. Thomas has obtained 1 Patent and has published 21 Research Papers and 2 Books.
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Prof Aparna Rahul Mhetras, an Environmental architect and IGBC accredited faculty, brings 23 years of professional and 11 years of teaching experience. She earned her B.Arch from Shivaji University, Kolhapur, and her M.Arch in 2015 from Pune University. A Project Architect for award-winning projects like Ruby Hall Clinic, she co-manages Maya Design Studio in Pune. A dedicated researcher in Environmental Psychology and the History of Architecture, she has presented papers at conferences and is a research scholar at Nirma University, Ahmedabad. She is known for her effective teaching, administration, and research skills, building strong connections with her students.
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Prof Rajaram T. Golgire, a seasoned architect, is a recipient of the Best Practicing Fast Track Award from the Pune Municipal Corporation. With over 45 successfully completed projects in Pune, encompassing residential, commercial, educational, and industrial domains, he is also an accomplished author of two Marathi books. Distinguished by memberships in IIA, COA, AICTE, NCERT, and FIV, he actively contributes as a panel member and examiner for prestigious universities including Pune University, Bharati Vidyapeeth, and Shivaji University.
Designation: Dean – Research & Development
Director: National Assessment and Accreditation Council
Teaching Experience: 27 Years
Industry Experience: 1 Years
Brief: Dr. Anil S. Maheshwari, an accomplished professional in the field of Mechanical Engineering, holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering. With a remarkable twenty seven years of teaching experience and an additional year in the industry, he has contributed significantly to academia. His diverse roles include serving as the Registrar at Sandip University, Nashik, Associate Dean of Engineering, and Dean of Academics at Sandip Group of Institutes, Nashik. Additionally, he is recognized as a Postgraduate and Ph.D. guide in Mechanical Engineering and has served as the BOS Chairman of Mechanical Engineering for Karnataka State Open University.
Research Publications: 21
Key Publication: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=_YpZAh4AAAAJ&hl=en
LinkedIn Profile : https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-anil-maheshwari-84a3ab4a/
External Link: https://vidwan.inflibnet.ac.in/profile/237557
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Dr Sachin Manoharrao Rajas, with M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Mathematics from Amravati University, India, boasts 22 years of teaching experience across four universities. His expertise lies in geometric function theory and fractional calculus, particularly in Univalent and Multivalent functions. With a significant contribution of 12 international research papers, 7 conference presentations, and involvement in 2 engineering mathematics books, he serves as a reviewer for Tata Mc-Graw Hill Ltd. Dr. Rajas, a distinguished member of multiple academic associations, significantly contributed to curriculum design at MIT’s AOE and GHRCEM in Pune.His transition to ADYPU reflects his dedication to innovation, advanced curriculum development, and fostering a corporate culture.