Prof. Sudhir U. Meshram

DATE OF BIRTH : 05-08-1955

NATIONALITY : Indian

LANGUAGES KNOWN: Hindi, Marathi & English

ACADEMIC M.Sc. (PL. Pathology) 1st Merit Ph.D. QUALIFICATIONS: (Microbiology), I.A.R.I., New Delhi. Post Doctorate (Microbiology), IAC, Holland

EARLIER POSITIONS Former Vice-Chancellor, North Maharashtra HELD WITH OFFICIAL University, Umavinagar, P.B. No. 80, Jalgaon (M.S.) ADDRESS: 425 001 India Founder Director Rajiv Gandhi Biotechnology Centre, LIT Premises, R. T. M. Nagpur University, Nagpur-440033 (M.S.) INDIA Ex-Professor & Head, R.T.M. Nagpur University, P.G. Department of Microbiology, L.I.T. Premises, Nagpur - 440 033 (M.S.) INDIA Ex-Honorary Colonel Commandant of National Cadet Corps appointed by Directorate General National Cadet Corps, Govt. of India, New Delhi

Pool Scientist (CSIR, New Delhi) IARI (Pusa Institute)-110012

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Contact No.: (Mobile) +91-09823074734

E-mail : [email protected],

Website: www.profsumeshram.in

PERMANENT ADDRESS: House No. 8, Ganesh Housing Society, Ashtavinayak Nagar, Jaitala Road, NAGPUR - 440 036 M.S. (INDIA)

TEACHING EXPERIENCE: 27 Years at Post-Graduate level

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE: 35 Years

ADMINISTRATIVE -18 Years as Professor & Head RTMNU & as EXPERIENCE: Director RGBC, RTMNU, Nagpur, Course Co- ordinator of M.Sc. - DBT Teaching Programme on all India basis (Approved by DBT, Min. of Sci. & Tech., Govt. of India, New Delhi)

- 5 Years as a Vice-Chancellor, North Maharashtra University, (M.S.) India ( 8th Sept., 2011 – 7th Sept., 2016)

Total = > 23 years (Admin. Experience)

(A) RESEARCH OUTPUT: a) AREA OF SPECIALIZATION Biological „N‟ fixation, Biological control of insects, vectors and pathogens, Genetic Engineering and Use of waste products / barren wasteland, Sustainable Biotechnological application in Environmental, Agricultural & Medical Sciences. b) R&D PATENTS UNDERTAKEN ▪ Innovative Patents of R&D out-put granted through DBT, Min. of Sci. & Tech., (Govt. of India), New Delhi (i.e. Development of Low cost an indigenous Fermenter & Innovative method for determination of LDt50 value of live bio pesticides against live pathogens). i) Patent No. 221967 ii) Patent No. 231041 ▪ Partial Gene Sequence of 16 and rDNA of Paenibacillus sp. AR-1 submitted to NCBI, USA database with accession no. FJ432005. ▪ Under Process – Patent Filed No. 1649/MUM/2013/Dt.17.05.2013 on Solar Powered Hybrid By-Cycle (SPHB). c) SPONSORED MAJOR R&D PROJECTS & OTHERS: (i) Principal Investigator of ICAR project amounting Rs.2,40,000=00 (Ministry of Agriculture, Govt. of India) entitled “Biological Control of Cereals Plant Pathogens by Azotobacter” (Nov.1988-Oct.1991) Completed. Results adopted at National level by ICAR, New Delhi.

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(ii) Principal Investigator of DNES project amounting Rs.5,07,040=00 (Ministry of Energy, Govt. of India) entitled “Production of fast growing trees & its improvement on waste/marginal land through microbial technology” (Jan. 1991 - Oct. 1994) Completed. (iii) Principal Investigator of DBT Research Project amounting Rs. 14,85,163=00 (Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India entitled “Use of Biopesticides for Control of Microbial diseases in Major Carps” (April 1994 - March 1998) Completed. (iv) Principal Investigator of RGBC-DBT Research Project amounting Rs.41,98,000=00 (Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India) entitled “Support Programme on Development & Demonstration of Biofertilizer Technology in backward region of Vidarbha” (April 1998 - March 2001) Completed. (v) Principal Investigator of DBT Research Project amounting Rs. 13,49,000=00 (Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India) entitled “Demonstration–cum-training on Biotechnology of Biofertilizers as an integrated farming” (Feb.2003-Jan.2006) Completed. (vi) Fund for Improvement of S&T infrastructure in Universities & Higher Educational Institutions for development of Deptt. Amounting Rs.34,00,000=00 under FIST Programme funded by DST, Min. of Sci. & Tech., Govt. of India, New Delhi (2004-2009) Completed. (vii) Co-ordinator for All India “M.Sc. DBT-RGBC Support Teaching Course programme in Biotechnology subject” at R.T.M. Nagpur University amounting Rs.1,02,93,000=00 sanctioned by DBT, Min. of Sci. & Tech., Govt. of India, New Delhi (2004-Continued). (viii) Project Director of RGBC-Fund for Establishment of Rajiv Gandhi Biotechnology Centre, R.T.M. Nagpur University for construction 1st Phase of the building (Major donation by RVK, [NGO], New Delhi amounting Rs . 11,00,000=00 (1995) Completed. (ix) Project Director of RGBC-Fund from Hon‟ble Vilas Muttemwar MP’s Local Development fund amounting Rs. 10,04,588=00 for construction of 2nd Phase of Rajiv Gandhi Biotechnology Centre, R. T. M. Nagpur University, Nagpur (2003) Completed. (x) Project Director of RGBC-Fund from Hon‟ble Lata Mangeskar MPLADSRs. 23,78,131=00 for construction of third and final stage (seminar cum training hall) of Rajiv Gandhi Biotechnology Centre, R.T.M. Nagpur University, Nagpur (2005-2010) Completed. (xi) Principal Investigator of DBT Research Project amounting Rs.19,02,000=00 (Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India) entitled “Development of Biofertilizers based nutrient management package for Nagpur Mandarin” under the implementation of the project titled “National Development of INM Package for commercially Important Plantation Crops” (2008- 2011) Completed. d) RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT TRAINING PROGRAMME/TRANSFER (Lab to Land) TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMMES: (i) R&D Transfer of Technology Workshop & Training Programme under “Lab to Land” organised in batches (1997-1998) for fishermen from tribal & rural areas of Vidarbha region (Gadchiroli, Bhandara, Chandrapur, Nagpur, Wardha and Amravati Districts) & Khandesh region (i.e. Jalgaon, Dhule & Nandurbar) in regard to Know-how of indigenously developed low cost input environment friendly & its transfer of technology with adoption in local language.

(ii) R&D Transfer of Biotechnology with Post-monitoring Training Programme for SC/ST/OBC farmers organised in batches for farmers (both Men & Women) from tribal &

3 rural areas of Vidarbha region (Gadchiroli, Bhandara, Chandrapur, Nagpur, Wardha and Amravati Districts) & Khandesh region (i.e. Jalgaon, Dhule & Nandurbar) in regard to Know- how of indigenously developed low cost input environment friendly & its transfer of technology with adoption in local language. e) STUDENTS AWARDED DOCTORAL DEGREES 23 Students have completed their Ph.D. programmes & have been awarded doctoral degrees. f) M.Sc. DESSERTATION / PROJECT WORK SUPERVISION > 80 g) RESEARCH PAPERS PUBLISHED: Published 131 papers in various Peer reviewed IF International and National Journals (Some of them Presented in International and National Conferences & also at college level under Science Development Scheme). h) ABSTRACTS BOOKS / R&D BOOK / PROCEEDINGS / BOOKS PUBLISHED: 8 (NB: Sustainable Biotechnology online Best Sellers Book) i) COLLABORATION WITH OTHER INSTITUTIONS / DEPARTMENTS: Established Inter-Institutional R&D Collaboration with several reputed state & national institutes such as CICR, NBSS & LUP, NRCC, NEERI, IARI (New Delhi), BARC (Mumbai), Agarkar Research Institute (Pune), Cardial Pharmaceutical Ltd., (Ahmadabad), CDRI (Lucknow), Department of Life Sciences (Mumbai University), DRDO (Gwalior), NBPGR (New Delhi), IGIB (New Delhi), JIPMER (Varanasi), NCCS (Pune), NBRI (Lucknow) etc. also Inter and intra Departments and interdepartmental academic collaboration with the Departments of Biochemistry, Pharmacy, Zoology, Chemistry, Sericulture, Physics, Botany etc. as an interdisciplinary approach.

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(B) TEACHING OUTPUT: a) TEACHING PROGRAMME AT PG LEVEL: Conducted 2 years M.Sc. Courses in Microbiology & Biotechnology each comprising of 8 Theory Papers & 4 Practical along with dissertation projects in various fields. b) TEACHING METHODOLOGY / PRACTICALS DEVELOPED FOR P.G. STUDENTS: Teaching adopted through audio-visual aids; Display of CD on various Techno-Scientific aspects, Field Demonstration, Group discussion; Academic auditing through Formulated “Course Teaching Evaluation programme” by the students at Post Graduate level. Promoting confidence level etc. c) PARTICIPATION IN REVISION & MODERNISATION OF COURSES: Revised the syllabi of P.G. Courses periodically in view of rapidly changing scenario. d) COURSE CO-ORDINATOR M.Sc.-DBT-RGBC TEACHING PROGRAMME: Course Co-ordinator for All India “M.Sc. DBT-RGBC Support Teaching Course programme in Biotechnology subject ” at R.T.M. Nagpur University [Total out lay sanctioned Rs.1,02,93,000=00 by DBT, Min. of Sci. & Tech., Govt. of India, New Delhi (2004-Contd.)]. e) LECTURES IN TRAINING PROGRAMME: ▪ Delivered several expert lectures on Biofertilizer technological research methodology with its adaptation & output in Training programme for the Department of Extension staff of Maharashtra Govt.; regularly conducted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Govt. of India at Regional Centre, Nagpur. ▪ Delivered scientific talks at AIR & TV programmes & also at various forums on “National Science Day”, especially full telecast of RGBC vision at “Swapnapurti” on Sahyadri DD1 at state & national level.

(C) ESTABLISHMENT OF RAJIV GANDHI BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTRE: A REWARDING CONTRIBUTION: a) Established R&D Centre (Funded by RVK (NGO), DBT, UGC, MP‟s LADS & Self Generating resources) as a Founder Director with an additional charge of Rajiv Gandhi Biotechnology Centre in 1995 at L.I.T. Premises, R.T.M. Nagpur University, Nagpur. b) GENESIS OF THE CENTRE: The teaching research and development activities in the field of Microbial Biotechnology in this backward region of Vidarbha have been strengthened owing to the establishment of this R&D Centre, since 1995, which aims to conduct mission-oriented teaching & research work with well- defined mandate, for the use of proven bio-tech product/process development and transfer of low cost sustainable technology with regard to Biofertilizers and Biopesticides to the tribal, rural and semi-urban areas in the local language for use in Agriculture, Health and Environmental protection. More so in connecting itself to community interacting & imparting skills & knowledge to farmers‟ community members. This unique centre is an autonomous and governed by CENTRE MANAGEMENT COUNCIL (CMC) based on MoU signed by Nagpur University. Initial Rs.11 lacs financial assistance was received from NGO. Later a grant of Rs.10 lacs was sanctioned from Hon‟ble Vilas Muttemwar MP‟s fund. The 3rd Phase of Centre i.e. administrative block was constructed entirely from self-

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generating fund of Rs.7,21,494=00 through consultancy services. A total R&D, training and M.Sc. biotechnology teaching support grant of Rs. 1,80,33,000=00 from DBT & UGC Govt. of India was sanctioned. Presently, the centre is functioning with five permanent staff members & well equipped modernized labs & the library. The Centre‟s efforts towards an indigenous Technology Developed Bioproducts, self-generating low cost, eco-friendly lab to land transfer of technology especially implemented in the backward region of Vidarbha for socio- economic upliftment has been appreciated remarkably by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council and University Grants Commission & members of Planning Commission of India. The Centre also received a sanction of Rs. 23,78,131=00 from Hon’ble Lata Mangeshkar MPLADS for construction of seminar cum Farmer‟s training hall. The centre has generated Rs.9,21,899=00 by providing of consultancy services, sale of Biotech products etc.

(D) OTHER ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES:

• Co-ordinator, M.Sc. Biotechnology DBT-RGBC on All India basis Support Programme (Approved by DBT, Ministry of Science and Technology, Gov. of India, New Delhi 2003-2004 onwards). • Chairman of the scientific programme committee, organised 27th Annual conference of association of Microbiologist of India (1986). • Specially deputed by DBT Ministry of Sci. & Tech., Govt. of India for Refresher Course for Scientists on IPR in Biotechnology organized by National Law School of India University, Bangalore. • Chairman of Association of Microbiologists of India, Nagpur Unit (1989 & 1990). • As a Director, organised Symposium on “Popularizing Bio-technological Process for rural and semi-urban areas” (UGC Sponsored, 1991). • As a Director, organised “Popular lectures by Eminent scientists” (Approved and sponsored thrice by DBT, Ministry of Science and Technology, Govt. of India, New Delhi, Sept. 1991; Dec. 1993 & April 1997). • Acted as Co-ordinator at Academic staff college, R.T.M. Nagpur University for Refresher course (Sponsored by UGC) 1990 for 4 weeks. • Acted as Chairman, Organizing Committee, Silver Jubilee Celebrations of P.G. Department of Microbiology, R.T.M. Nagpur University and First International Conference on “Global Sustainable Bio-tech Congress 2000 AD”. • Acted as Chairman, Organizing Committee for the International Conference on “Global Sustainable-2nd Biotech Congress 2006 AD”. • Acted as Chief-Coordinator of Technical Scheduled Programme of 2nd International Buddhist Conference on “Perspective on Engaged Buddhism” held on 17th & 18th April 2010 at Nagpur. • Acted as Chairman, Organising Committee for the international conference on “3rd Global Sustainable Biotech Congress - 2014 AD”.

(E) PARTICIPATION AT OTHER ASSOCIATIONS/LEARNED BODIES: • Member of Editorial Board of International Journal “Roumanian Biotechnology Letters” published by Roumanian Society of Biological Sciences, Bucharest University, Roumania.

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• Expert Member on peer review process of International Journals & also International Scientific organization for assessing R&D Projects, and evaluation of Ph.D. & Post-Doct. Student for abroad study programme. • Member of Association of Microbiologists of India. • Member of Society for Biocontrol Advancement. • Member of Journal of Current Sciences. • Member of Journal of Maharashtra Agriculture University. • Member of Executive Council of Biotechnology Society of India. • Member of Research Advisory Committee, Krishna Agro-Bio Products, Hyderabad. • Member of Advisory Board of Institute of Biotechnology & Allied Sciences Training & Research Centre, Sikar, Rajasthan. • Former Executive Director of UNESCO clubs & Association of India, Nagpur Chapter. • Ex-President of RSF, Nagpur. • Ex-Vice President of PG student‟s Union, Pusa Institute, New Delhi. • Chief-Patron of Global Biotech Forum.

(F) RESPONSIBLE POSITIONS HELD IN GOVT. ORGANISATIONS / UNIVERSITIES & OTHER ACADEMIC INSTITUTIONS:

▪ Advisor and Expert to UPSC (Govt. of India), New Delhi. ▪ Visitor‟s nominee of the H.E. the President, Govt. of India on the selection committees for the recruitment & promotion of academic staff in the National Institute of Technology (NITs), Jalandhar (Punjab). ▪ Visitor‟s nominee of the H.E. President, Govt. of India on the selection committees of NITs for the recruitment & promotion of academic staff. ▪ Advisor & Expert Member of a Consultative Group on the Empowerment of SCs, OBCs and Social Welfare for MTA under 11th Five year Plan (2007-2012) of Planning Commission, Govt. of India. ▪ Member of Steering Committee on the „Empowerment of the Scheduled Castes‟, „Other Backward Classes‟ and Nomadic, Semi-nomadic and Denotified Tribes for the formulation of 12th Five Year Plan (2012-2017) Constituted by Planning Commission, Govt. of India. ▪ Chairman of the Board of Governors (BoG) of the University Institute of Chemical Technology, (UICT) funded by TEQIP (World Bank) NMU. ▪ Nominated & acted as the Chairman of NAAC Peer Team Visit for Cycle-II Accreditation of Lyallpur Khalsa College for Women, Jalandhar (Punjab) Dt. 28th – 30th Sept. 2015. ▪ Expert Member of Standing Research Advisory Committee in the areas of welfare of Disabled, Social Defence, OBC & SC Development – Nominated by the Hon‟ble Union Minister (SJ&E), Govt. of India. ▪ Nominated Member on General Body of Dr. Ambedkar Foundation (DAF) by Ministry of SJ & Empowerment, Govt. of India (2013-2016). ▪ Member of Selection Committee for recommending Coaching Institutions for grant of Central assistance under the scheme of Free Coaching for SC & OBC students, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Govt. of India. ▪ Hon. Member of Maharashtra State Audit Advisory Board, Principal Accountant General (Audit) Mumbai as per Comptroller & Auditor General of India.

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▪ Member of “Research Advisory Committee of National Bureau of Agricultural Important Microorganisms” re-constituted by Director General of ICAR, New Delhi, Govt. of India. ▪ Member of the Expert Committee Set up by UGC for Xth Plan & XIth Plan. ▪ Member of the Expert Committee of National Board of Accreditation (NBA) set up by the AICTE (Govt. of India). ▪ Chairman of the Expert Committee Set up by UGC for Autonomous Status to Colleges & Universities & also Deemed University Status. ▪ Nominee of the H.E. the Governor & Chancellor, Rajasthan on the selection committee of the University of Rajasthan, Jaipur & Jagadguru Ramanandacharya Rajasthan Sanskrit University, Jaipur. ▪ Nominee of H. E. the Governor & Chancellor of Madhya Pradesh on the Selection Committee of the Barkatulha University, Bhopal. ▪ Nominee of UGC on the Board of Management Council of KLEF University, Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh). ▪ Member of Task force of Science & Engineering Research Board (SERB), DST, Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India. ▪ Member of a Special Committee for the development of Tribal cultural study of Research Centre for Gondwana University, Gadchiroli (M.S.). ▪ Nominated by DBT (Min. of Sci. & Tech., Govt. of India) as representative in IBSC at PKV, Akola (M.S.). ▪ Chairman of Association of Microbiologists of India, Nagpur Unit (1989 & 1990). ▪ Ex-President, HOD’s Forum, R. T. M. Nagpur University, Nagpur. ▪ Ex-Chairman of Biotechnology (Adhoc Board), R. T. M. Nagpur University, Nagpur. ▪ Ex-Chairman of UGC Unassigned Grant Committee, R. T. M. Nagpur University, Nagpur. ▪ Expert Member of various UGC Committees such as Innovative Programme, Women‟s Post-Doctorate Fellowships, financial assistance for Major R&D Projects, as well as Mid-term review, abroad conferences and Commonwealth Fellowships etc., New Delhi. ▪ Ex-Member of Board of studies & Examination of Microbiology & BUTR, R.T.M. Nagpur University, Nagpur. ▪ Ex-Member of faculty of science, R. T. M. Nagpur University, Nagpur. ▪ Ex-Member of Academic Council, R. T. M. Nagpur University, Nagpur. ▪ Ex-Senate Member-Nominated by Hon’ble Chancellor/Governor (Maharashtra State) from Eminent Research Scholars category. ▪ Ex-Member of 64 Subject Examination committee-Nominated by Executive Council R.T.M. Nagpur University, Nagpur. ▪ Expert Member on various selection Committees & subject examination committees at various Institutions & Universities. ▪ Member of Standing Committee for Implementation policies and programmes on SC and ST (UGC). ▪ Ex-Member-Nominated by Hon‟ble Vice-Chancellor on Board of Colleges & University Development (BCUD), R.T.M. Nagpur University, Nagpur. ▪ Ex-Member of University Patent cell. ▪ Active Member of University-Industry Interaction. ▪ Ex-Member of Animal Ethics Committee, Govt. of Medical College, Nagpur. ▪ Ex-Member of the Research Advisory Committee on Krishna Agro-bio Products (Vrikshamitra), Hyderabad.

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▪ Ex-Member on Advisory Board of the Institute of Biotechnology & Allied Sciences Training & Research Centre, Sikar, Rajasthan. ▪ Acted as Convener during Inter Universities National Youth Festival (Sponsored by AIU & Dept. of YAS, Govt. of India) organized by Nagpur Uni. 1993. ▪ Ex-Member of Vigilance Squad for smooth conduct of Examination of summer, 1995, NU. ▪ Member of the External Agency to Improve the Organization and Management of the Institutions. ▪ Nominee as an Expert Member of the DDG (CS), ICAR, Govt. of India, New Delhi, in the Assessment Committee of ARS Scientists for promotion under Career Advancement Scheme.

(G) HONOURS/AWARDS:

▪ Selected for “Best Teacher Award” by Maharashtra State Govt. (India) 2006-2007 (Min. of Higher & Technical Education). ▪ Received Presentation by Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund, New Delhi, for academic achievement (1979) ▪ Received Flora-Tech Laboratory Environment Protection Award (EPA-2000). ▪ Received Lifetime Achievement Award in the International Conference on “Biotechnology for Better Tomorrow” organised by Florida Ag Research (USA) in collaboration with Microbiologist Society of India for vast contribution to the advancement of science. (2015) ▪ Received Global Biotech Excellence Award for meritorious contribution in the field of Life Sciences with Rs. One Lac & Citation (GBF, India 2018). ▪ Outstanding Teacher Award in Science Faculty at Nagpur Tercentenary Celebrations. ▪ Fellow of New York Academy Sciences (USA) ID No. #11306897. ▪ Fellow of Maharashtra Academic Sciences. ▪ Fellow of National Academy of Biological Sciences (NABS) Chennai, India. ▪ Fellow of Global Biotech Forum. ▪ Awarded Sr. Fellowship of ICAR, New Delhi. ▪ Recipient of Sr. IARI‟s fellowship. ▪ Awarded French Govt. Fellowship (1980-81). ▪ Recipient of Holland Govt. reciprocal fellowship as a visiting Research fellow (PDF), 1982. ▪ Received “Best Paper Award” at the Annual conference on research poster presentation twice by Association of Microbiologists of India (1988-1989). Also 2nd, cash prize during the First International conference on “Global Sustainable Biotech Congress-2000 AD” held on 27th Nov. 2000 to 1st Dec. 2000. ▪ As a special invitee, delivered research lectures, plenary & key-note addresses in “Popular lecture series by Eminent Scientists” approved by DBT, Ministry of Science and Technology, Govt. of India (1991; 1993 & 1997), at the International Global Environmental Congress & 2nd Asia-Pacific Congress; and at several other national & international seminars / workshops / conference, organised by the Universities / Institutions. ▪ Acted as an expert on National& International Scientific organisations for evaluating the R & D Projects. ▪ Invited to Bio-World Congress Summit at Washington, D.C. USA as a Guest Speaker for plenary talk in Breakout Session on Industrial Biotechnology & Bioprocessing (27th – 30th June 2010) at National Convention Centre (USA).

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▪ Invited to Syracuse University, NY (USA) as an expert member & Director of RGBC for Academic Collaborative between two Universities. ▪ Invited to Cayuga Community College, New York University (USA); Tokusima University (Japan); CETYS University (Mexico) to deliver Key-note address on “Sustainable Biotechnology: A New Horizon” & for Academic collaborative between these University. ▪ Invited as a Keynote Speaker and Guest of Honour for International Conference on “Biotechnology for Better Tomorrow” (ICBB-2015) held on Oct. 29-31, 2015 organised by Florida Ag Research (USA) in collaboration with Microbiologist Society, India. ▪ Acted as an expert on the panel of Commission for Scientific & Technical Terminology (HRD Ministry), Govt. of India & INSA Publications & other institutions. ▪ Biographical inclusion by American Biographical Institute, Inc. in 7th Education of International Directory of Distinguished Leadership with commemorative Award in view of outstanding achievement. ▪ Chaired technical sessions/proceedings & delivered key-note addresses at various conferences / symposia/ workshops in India and abroad Japan, USA and Mexico. ▪ Selected for “RASHTRIYA GAURAV AWARD” by India International Friendship Society, New Delhi (2004). ▪ Felicitated on the occasion of Silver Jubilee Year of R.T.M. Nagpur University Non- teaching Employees‟ Union & Maharashtra State University Employees‟ Association Conference for the outstanding services (7th March, 2005). ▪ Selected for “Best Citizens of India Award” by International Publishing House, New Delhi (2005). ▪ Selected „BioAglimpse‟ Vol.2 2006-2007 for “Best Magazine Award” by R. T. M. Nagpur University, Nagpur (2008) Chief Editor. ▪ Outstanding National Educational Leadership Award 2014 by Lokmat Group and Star Industry Group. ▪ Chaired technical New Biology Section of 102 Indian Science Congress & also delivered Invited talk (Jan. 2015). ▪ Invited to participate and provided valuable technical inputs in the deliberations of National Workshop organized by World Health Organisation & Ministry of Health (Govt. of India) on “Tuberculosis - Bedaquiline – Conditional & Expanded Access Programme” in India held at New Delhi on July 1-3, 2015 & Chaired session on “Partnerships: Thematic update by CTD & State Presentations followed by discussions” at RNTCP National Review Meeting of State Tuberculosis Officers and Consultants held at Nagpur from 14th – 16th September 2015. ▪ Invited as a Keynote Speaker and Guest of Honour for International Conference on “Biotechnology for Better Tomorrow” (ICBB-2015) held during Oct. 29-31, 2015 at Tampa, Florida USA organized by Florida Ag Research in collaboration with Microbiologist Society, India. ▪ 3rd Global Sustainable Biotech Congress - 2014 (GSBC-2014): an International Conference on innovations in biotechnology and their applications was organized by this university NMU in association with Global Biotech Forum, Nagpur, India and CETYs University, Mexico was held during 1-5 December 2014. ▪ Delivered a keynote address entitled „Innovation, Ideas and Entrepreneurial Development in the Context of Globalisation‟, in the International Conference on” Cross Cultural, Political and Economic dimension of Global Business: North American and Asian Perspectives” held in Ensenada, Mexico during 27th to 28th May 2016.

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(H) EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:

▪ Active representation in sports and students‟ council elections. ▪ Participation in social activities among weaker sections like leadership camp, transfer of know-how on indigenous sustainable developed biotech technology and socio-economic welfare flagships schemes under Lab to Land, organising & post-monitoring social scientific action groups, remedial courses with free of cost distribution of know-how booklets / monographs of biotech R&D products edited & transcript in English, Marathi & Hindi languages for remote tribal villages, and guidance for job opportunities for backward & economically weaker class students.

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Brief Resume as Vice Chancellor, North Maharashtra University, (M.S.) Jalgoan, India A] Academic Reforms Contribution:

❖ NAAC awarded “A” Grade under reaccreditation of 3rd Cycle with excellent achievements and dynamic leadership as on declared dated 1st May 2015. ❖ Updated the Perspective Plan of the University to impart quality higher education to the students by making special arrangements in the plan. ❖ Revision of syllabi and constitution of Ad-hoc Boards of Studies. ❖ Establishment of Interdisciplinary Board for monitoring of research in interdisciplinary areas. ❖ Establishment of School Concept. ❖ Introduced choice based credit system. ❖ Introduced 60:40 patterns at campus. ❖ Introduced B.Voc. and vocational skill based certificate courses in collaboration with Industries association. ❖ Revision and introduction of new ordinances & directions. ❖ Proposed several Innovative proposals and schemes submitted to State Government, national and international funding agencies. ❖ Encouraged teaching faculties for submission of major R &D Projects.

• Think Tank for the University ❖ University Standing Advisory Committee with “Think-tank” theme in the development of University for reaching high altitudes in teaching, research, extension, employment, empowerment, entrepreneurship, students‟ welfare and administration.

• Signing of MoUs • Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) :

The University has signed the following MoUs with various National/International organizations Universities: ❖ Joint Bachelor Degree Programme (Microbiology, Computer Science, Chemistry and Business Administration) between North Maharashtra University and Cayuga Community College (CCC), Auburn, New York University (USA) has been signed on 26th March, 2012.

❖ MoU with Graduate School of Advanced Technology and Science, Tokusima University, Japan for collaboration in Engineering Courses has been signed on May 4, 2014.

❖ Collaboration in Engineering, Management and Education Courses with CETYS University, Mexico has been signed on January 13, 2013.

❖ MoU between University of California, Riverside Campus, Browns College of Engineering, USA.

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❖ MoU with Technological Educational Institution of Athens, Greece has signed on March 14, 2014. ❖ MoU with Maharashtra Hybrid Seeds Company (MAHYCO), Jalana, Maharashtra State, India has been signed on September 1, 2012 for Testing and Analytical services, Transfer of Technology, utilization of land under the possession of NMU for trials, collaborative research activities and exploration of possibilities of training and placement of students. ❖ MoU with CSIR-National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI), Nagpur has been signed on October 14, 2013 to provide the higher educational opportunities for faculty, support staff and students, promote institutional linkage and explore other avenues for possible collaborations where expertise exists. ❖ MoU with Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai has been signed on June 6, 2013 to promote the exchange of doctoral students and faculty for research and courses, exchange of information, joint research and supervision of research students at doctoral level and transfer of audit and credit courses for masters and doctoral students in respective institutes. ❖ MoU with M/s. Jain Irrigation System Ltd., Jalgaon (JSL) has been signed on January 23, 2014 to develop co-operation and collaboration in research, training and other agreed activities. ❖ MoU between School of Chemical Sciences and Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai has signed on March 18, 2014. ❖ MoU between North Maharashtra University and INFLIBNET Center, Gandhinagar, an IUC of UGC, New Delhi has signed on March 29, 2014 in reference to repository of Ph.D. Theses and Dissertations under the scheme of SHODHGANGA / SHODGANGOTRI. ❖ MoU between University Institute of Chemical Technology of NMU and CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum, Deharadun has been approved on April 26, 2014 by Management Council of this University. ❖ MoU between North Maharashtra University (NMU) and Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, Nagpur (VNIT) has been signed on 13th Jan., 2015 to encourage exchange of faculty, students, researchers & administrators, explore joint research, training collaboration and joint mutual interested activities. ❖ MoU with Pacific Ag Research, Inc. Company, San Luis Obispo, CA, California, USA for joint production of pesticide, fertilizer, growth regulator, crop enhancer, seed, drip system etc. has been signed on July 02, 2014 at NMU, Jalgaon. ❖ MoA between UPL Limited, Mumbai and NMU, Jalgaon has been signed on August 26, 2015 to seek the guidance and assistance to set up R & D Microbiology laboratory at Mumbai or Ankleshwer / desired place and develop biopesticide formulations as well as suggest biocatalysis for synthetic routes. The objectives set up for the project (amount Rs. 3.00 lakh) has to be completed within the span of 12 months by the School of Life Sciences. a) Research Contribution:

The research abilities of the students are brought out through the implementation of following curricular aspects:

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❖ In majority of PG programmes, a course in either semester III and/or IV has been devoted to project work to inculcate independent thinking, scientific attitude and analytical abilities among the students. For B. Tech. and M.C.A. programmes, one full semester is developed for project work. ❖ Excellent research laboratories and instrumentation facilities have been developed in the Schools/Institute in their respective thrust areas/subjects. ❖ Provided access to the research infrastructure for execution of project work. ❖ University has been regularly conducting UGC and other funding agencies sponsored Workshops/Seminars/ Conferences for research scholars and faculty. ❖ In tune with UGC‟s regulation-2009, a compulsory module on research methodology has been introduced in the course work for all Ph.D. programmes.

• Strengthening of Research and Other Activities:

Research Activities • The university faculties are encouraged in research and consultancy activities as reflected through large number of Major R &D Projects sanctioned by different funding agencies (DBT, DST, CSIR, UGC, BARC, AICTE, DRDO, INSA, RGST etc). • Around 92 Major and 57 Minor R & D Projects are in progress. • 6 Schools covered under UGC-SAP Phase I &II programme. • Initially 3 Schools are recognized under the SAP of UGC. These schools are in Phase – II & Phase III of SAP correctly. Simultaneously another 3 schools on campus received grants under Non-SAP scheme. There after these 3 schools (2 Schools and 1 School upgrade to institute) received grants under the SAP of UGC. Presently, 5 Schools & 1 Institute are recognized under SAP of UGC. • 5 Schools and 1 Institute covered under DST-FIST programme. • UGC-Innovative programme completed at two Schools. • UICT covered under UGC-Innovative programme for M. Tech. Nano Science and Technology. • Ongoing R & D and Infrastructure projects corresponding to the funds of Rs 35.6 crores. • Recently UICT covered under TEQIP programmes (World Bank Project) with sanction of Rs.15 crores grants. • Streamlined Ph.D. entrance examinations (PET) and Ph.D. course work as per UGC guidelines.

• Provided multimedia system with D.L.P. & A-view to all satellite centers Pratap Philosophy Center, Amalner ❖ Setup Lab Workshop (UGC XIIth Plan) for Pratap Shashvat Adhunik Sheti Kendra, Amalner (Lab to Land) for Know-how demonstration cum training for farmers on bio fertilizers / biopesticide production. b) Innovative Programmes Introduced: • Lab to Land • North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon has adopted Five villages under Lab to Land scheme viz. Bhagdari with the population of 1500 (Tal. Akkalkuwa, Dist. Nandurbar), Rajbardi, with the population of 1800 (Tal. Dhadgaon, Dist. Nandurbar), Ramnagar with the population of 70 (Tal. Dhule), Usmalipada with the population of 978 (Tal. Yawal, Dist. Jalgaon) and Savade with the population of 2800 (Tal. Erandol, Dist. Jalgaon). These villages are relatively backward and tribal

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dominated and adopted with the specific mission of achieving sustainable development by bringing the people of this region in the mainstream. This social an indigenous project involves imparting training with know-how development sustainable biotechnology, consultancy and transfer of technology with supply of quality biotech inputs to marginalized farmers for improving yield and productivity. To advance and percolate real benefits of laboratory research for the benefit, welfare and overall development of rural and tribal areas. Usher in an era of biotechnological innovations for growth oriented developments in remote rural and tribal areas.

➢ University-Industry Interaction Cell:

Lab to Industry ❖ Established University-Industry Interaction Cell. ❖ Cell for collaboration of various industries with University in terms of transfer of laboratory research, innovative ideas, scale up of processes, technology upgradation, entrepreneurship development, Study of Sick industries etc. ❖ Establishment of Sophisticated Analytical Instrumentation Facility Center (SAIFC) ❖ Revenue of Rs. 93 Lakh generated through consultancy and testing.

➢ Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Establishment of Competitive Examination coaching Centre for SC, ST, OBC and Minority Students.

❖ Grant of Rs. 93.5 Lakh to till date has been sanctioned for the crash course by BARTI, Pune. ❖ Organization of yearly training programmes and various crash courses for students aspiring for career in Civil Services especially for rural & tribal areas.

➢ Samata Students’ Enlightenment Summit

❖ This university has organised Samata Students’ Enlightenment Summit on 6th and 7th February 2016 on the occasion of commemoration of 125th Birth Anniversary of Esteemed Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar in which 2000 students from various student organizations with different ideological affiliations were brought together. Twenty two Student organizations from all corners of Maharashtra sent their student leaders and representatives to participate in this intellectual festival which has given a new direction to students‟ progression and development. One of the objectives of the Summit was to lead students towards constructive and positive action for nation building. The student community was to be instilled with the concept of social justice, constitutional rights and duties to channelize their energies towards tolerance, humanism and loyalty to the nation. ❖ In view of 125th Birth Anniversary of Esteemed Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, to disseminate the message of conscience for the creation of sustainable coexisting society through the deep and detailed deliberations with the stakeholders in the society, First Regional Level Summit of “Sarvankash Samajvikas Prabodhan Abhiyaan” (Comprehensive Social Development Enlightenment Campaign) was organized by this university at Aurangabad on 26th June 2016 with the participation of 4000 students from all corners of Maharashtra.

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❖ Second Regional Level Summit of “Sarvankash Samajvikas Prabodhan Abhiyaan” (Comprehensive Social Development Enlightenment Campaign) is scheduled to be held at R.T.M. Nagpur University, Nagpur on 21st August 2016 in which thousands of students participated from all corners of Maharashtra.

➢ Unique initiative - Call to Action for a TB-Free India

❖ The Union has partnered with NMU under the Call to Action, to encourage universities and students engagement on TB with the expectation of generating interest amongst students to do research on TB, awareness generation and organize community events on TB prevention and care. ❖ The North Maharashtra University and CTD, MoHFW, and The Union has organised “Research and Academic Conclave: Towards a TB-Free India” on 9th July 2016. The conclave has initiated discussions and disseminations regarding Tuberculosis, among faculty and students and encourage TB research in a wide range of study areas in different Universities. ❖ The North Maharashtra University (NMU) in partnership with Central TB division (CTD), International Union against TB and Lung Disease (The Union) and USAID for the “Call to Action for a TB-Free India” has organized “Research and Academic Conclave: Towards a TB-Free India” at Hotel Trident, Mumbai on 20th July 2016. More than 100 delegates which included Vice-Chancellors of the Central, State, Private and Deemed to be Universities of the States of Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa and Madhya Pradesh, their representatives, Directors of National Institutes, Medical Professionals, Government Officials, other dignitaries and students participated. ❖ Inauguration of Health Camp under TB Free India campaign was organized for villagers in adopted Five Smart Villages viz. Ramnagar Dist. Dhule on 31st July 2016. Solar Street Lamp and Solar Operated Computer Lab for students was also inaugurated during this camp. Use of natural resources and alternate source of energy like electricity through solar panel for the benefit of villagers, to connect people with the world is one of the innovative ideas of NMU implemented in Ramnager. c) Establishment of Central Training and Placement cell

• Central Training and Placement Cell- Mentorship for Campus Placement and Skill Building The University is committed not only to impart relevant quality higher education and produce conscious researchers, technologists, professionals and citizens, but also to guide and shape the career of the students. In order to achieve these objectives, the University has established a Central Training and Placement Cell (CTPC) in the year 2013. It plays a vital role in Career Planning (Career-path-identification, Goal Setting, Mapping and Counselling) and soft skill development for the students. The Cell acts as the interface between the students of the University and the recruiting industries/organizations. It also organizes various pre-placement training activities such as - Technical, Aptitude and GK tests, Resume Writing and Referral Professional Portfolio Development, Dressing Sense, Business Etiquette, Mock Interviews/Interview Techniques, Special training for Socially Backward and Tribal Students etc. to enhance the employability of the students with due support by University-Industry Interaction Cell (Lab to Industry).

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• Skill development (spoken English, computer literacy, etc.): The University's Central Coaching and Placement Cell, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Competitive Examination Coaching Centre, Department of Students‟ Welfare, School of Languages Studies and Research Center and University Institute of Chemical Technology provide facility to the students to learn and enhance their skills by participating in various programmes and workshops / training programmes organized from time to time. The University Institute of Chemical Technology (UICT) is offering courses to improve the communication skills, group discussion practices, and phonetics/accent through the use of „Language Laboratory‟. School of Management Studies and School of Computer Sciences also organize Personality Development Programmes on regular basis.

• On Job Training for capacity building CTPC and Schools / Institute of the University arrange In-plant Training / Internships for a specific period(4-8weeks for general students, six months for MCA and B.Tech. students and 01 year for M.Tech. students) in different industries, Public Sector Under takings, Government Organizations (DRDO, TIFR, BARC,CSIR Laboratories) and National Institutes (IITs, NIT, Central Universities).

• Finishing School: The concept of Finishing School aims at the overall development of students. It has been recently implemented by the University in accordance with MHRD-TEQIP norms for the enhancement of the institutional focus on providing academic and guidance support to the SC/ST/OBC academically weaker students. The key activities under the aegis of the Finishing School are: a) Conducting remedial teaching throughout academic sessions for improving transition rate and pass rate of students, b) Conducting specialized soft skills and professional skills development training for increasing employability. c) Conducting high intensity training for the development of soft and professional skills in the students through Central Training and Placement Cell (CTPC). d) Organizing campus interviews and making other efforts to secure employment for UG, PG and Ph. D students of University through CTPC. d) Student Welfare and Development Programmes ❖ Raised earning amount under Karmveer Bhaurao Patil Earn & Learn Scheme. ❖ Awarded cash prizes of Rs.10,000/- to winners of AVISHKAR through generous sponsorships from Industries at Innovation Summit. ❖ Participants received orders for commercial production of their models / exhibits by industries. ❖ Hostels for SC, Tribal & Minority boys and girls (Funded by Central Govt. & State Govt.). ❖ Establishment of hostel development zone council with celebration of “Annual Hostel Day”. e) Blood donation There is a loss of lives of pregnant women due to anaemia in pregnancy, dengue malaria, road traffic accidents due to massive blood loss .To prevent this and to promote blood donation by youth i.e. university students . As a social responsibility, University has passed the Ordinance

17 to give two incentive marks that donate the blood and prevent the morbidity and mortality due to blood loss. f) Student helpline ❖ Commencement of Vice-Chancellor‟s helpline is one of the important activities started by this university. Students can directly approach the Vice-Chancellor through this helpline to solve their grievance (Email: [email protected]). ❖ Activities under online Digital University framework developed by MKCL under eSuvidha Scheme. ❖ Opening of Students Internet Surfing Centre (under students‟ facilitation center). ❖ In all, five helpline telephone numbers have been provided (under students‟ facilitation center). ❖ Provided central Internet facility to Boys & Girls Hostels. g) Sports ❖ Special efforts made for encouraging students‟ participation in sports and extracurricular activities such as- ❖ 15 grace marks to the participant students as per Ordinance 163 for the participation in National/International Sports Events. ❖ Celebration of Gymkhana Day by felicitating the winners with cash prize and Gold Medal. ❖ Selection of top ten colleges, with inclusion of one women’s college (initiative towards women empowerment) for the overall performance in all sport events at Inter- collegiate, Inter-university and Inter-regional level. ❖ Sports Talent Adoption Scheme for 5 students of economically backward class for their participation at Inter-University or AIU recognized National/ International sports events. h) Vice Chancellor’s Research Motivation Scheme (VCRMS) • Vice Chancellor Research Motivation Scheme (VCRMS) has been recently introduced to provide financial assistance amounting Rs.1 crore for promotion of Research. • Students‟ research promotion scheme amounting Rs.30 lakh has been facilitated. • Facilities for handicapped students / employees scheme amounting Rs.20 Lakh. • Instituted awards for best College, Principal, Teachers, and Non-teaching (Class I to IV & Daily wages) staff of the campus as well as affiliated colleges. • Introduced participation of non-teaching staff at State Level “Avishkar programme by declaring Trophy. • Research Excellence Award – Patent: With a view to have an encouragement to the Faculty members of affiliated colleges and University Campus the scheme of Research Excellence Award has been started from the year 2013-14 on “University Foundation Day”.

i) Mobile Science Exhibition through mobile van ❖ Popularization of science amongst the students as well as common man. ❖ Visiting remote rural and tribal areas as well as other universities for the science popularization activities under Lab to Land programme.

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a. ADMINISTRATIVE REFORMS:

❖ Decentralization of Powers and implementation of Common Account Code. ❖ Resolved almost all pending cases of encroachments at University campus and Satellite centers. ❖ Ensuring transparency in the regular administration work. ❖ Number of daily wage employees curtailed from 166 to 93. Thus university could save approximately Rs.6 lakh per month (net saving approx. Rs.1 crore till date). ❖ Pre and post monitoring, regular review and feedback regarding action taken (ATR). ❖ Scheduled as well as impromptu visits to Schools, Departments, Non-teaching Sections, affiliated colleges. ❖ Communication of daily Minute to Minute programme of Vice-Chancellor through SMS to stakeholders. ❖ Emphasis on digitalized process. ❖ Regular staff appointment at satellite centers with advisory boards reformation. ❖ Statutory audit completed till March, 2013. ❖ Paperless Administration: Use of technology

Communicating the agenda of Management Council, Academic Council, Senate and Board of Examinations to the members through e-mail for conducting the meetings in paperless mode. Providing CDs of the approved minutes of meetings and the Action Taken Report (ATR) to the members.

Major administrative reforms in the form of work culture. • Time bound clearance of files and official matters. • Recruited and filled up all pending and new teaching, statutory post and non-teaching staff utmost all backlog of reservations. • Full utilisation of pending 11th plan budgetary provision also adopted in12th plan period. • Infrastructure of development of all schools, departments, hostels (girls and boys) offices and University satellite Centres.

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• Introduction of “पाणी अडवा, पाणी जीरवा” through NSS and thus created Water Reservoirs in NMU Campus and villages. a) Backlog / Recruitment Process ❖ The posts of Registrar, Deputy Finance & Accounts Officer, Controller of Examinations have been filled up. ❖ University has filled 64 non-teaching posts. ❖ No backlog in Non-teaching posts. ❖ University has filled more than 98% teaching posts in the university. 98% backlog of teaching posts of reserved categories has been filled up in University Schools. ❖ 90% of backlog in teaching and non-teaching posts have been filled in affiliated colleges of the University. ❖ Special efforts have been taken to enroll SET / NET / Ph.D. qualified candidates for the post of Assistant Professors in various subjects belonging to SC / ST / VJNT / OBC / SBC category. ❖ Establishment of Human Resources Development (HRD) Cell. ❖ The API committee has verified all proposals for promotions of Assistant Professors, Associate Professors and Professors. Special camp organized for college & University teachers. ❖ As per Statute 415 (1) of Assistant Professor / Librarian / Sport Director, not a single proposal for approval is pending. b) Examination Reforms

❖ Adopted Semester system for all faculties. ❖ Implemented CGPA System for all faculties except Law. ❖ Introduced corrective measures for smooth conduction of examinations and transparency in the evaluation work. ❖ Moderation of question papers at the time of paper setting. ❖ Distribution of degree certificates at college level. ❖ Implementation of ordinance to award 02 marks for blood donation. ❖ Establishment of Digital Examination System (DES) & Online Examination by applying specialized skilled OSD.

• Some Highlights of Examinations

❖ Awarded Honorary Doctor of Letters (D.Litt.) Degree to Her Excellency Smt. Pratibha Devisingh Patil, President of India in the Special Convocation Ceremony held on 24th March, 2012. ❖ Awarded Honorary Doctor of Letters (D. Lit.) Degree to Esteemed Prof. M. S. Swaminathan (Father of Green Revolution in India) in the Convocation Ceremony in the year 2013. ❖ University is declaring various examinations results within 30 to 45 days.

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❖ Use of ICT in Examination System ➢ Digital Examination Question Papers Delivery System implemented for Engineering, Pharmacy, Education, Law, Management Courses, examinations from May 2013. ➢ Extended the use of barcode technology for answer books to all faculties. ➢ Online submission of application form for Convocation. ➢ Online registration, eligibility and examination work (pre and post) for UG and PG courses through MKCL Digital University Portal. ➢ Online appointment of senior supervisors, flying squad and examiners with SMS alerts. ➢ Digitization of permanent result record for all faculties. ➢ Exam for Blind Person. ➢ Officer on special duty (OSD) has been appointed to take care of various issues and problems related to working of examination systems. c) Other I.T. Innovations ❖ University web site developed in bilingual mode for the benefits of society. ❖ Introduction of online Ph.D. entrance examinations (PET) for the first time in Maharashtra. ❖ Live webcast of convocation programme of Global level. ❖ Preparation of website for training and placement activities. ❖ Process of affiliation / approval for colleges/ institutes through online mode. ❖ Use of SAP-ERP & BI in finance and HR. ❖ Wi-Fi facility at some of the schools on the campus. ❖ Video conferencing at university campus and satellite centers with the help of 37 DLP & A-view MHRD. d) Social Services / Innovative Programms with Social Relevance Launched ❖ Distribution of old computers to rural and tribal area institutions/ social organizations / Libraries for the promotion of I.T. Awareness. ❖ An exclusive Education Programme under Right to Education for children of labors on Campus at Day Care Centre and K.V., NMU ❖ Concession under health care facility to labor family on campus and adjoining villages. ❖ Sanitary Inspector certificate / diploma course has been initiated particularly for the manual scavenger‟s community. ❖ Capacity building measures for Women Empowerment. ❖ Effective implementation of Lab to Land programmes through local dialects. ❖ Popularization of science among rural and tribal students through university mobile science van. ❖ Mandatory implementation of parallel session of conferences/ workshops/seminars of each faculty at rural and interior tribal areas within NMU jurisdiction with the help of local communicators. ❖ Establishment of Tribal Academy. ❖ Construction of “UttamVidyaNagari” especially for Class III & IV employees. ❖ Teach one, Each one and Tree one : Various programmes are being conducted under the University Slogan –“Teach one, Each one and Tree one”. ❖ Plantation of 2.0 lacs trees on the University campus by staff &student volunteers who are motivated to undertake such programmes.

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• NMU-Indian Red Cross Society Life Saver Club Every year many people are affected by dengue, Malaria & chemo therapy for cancer causing deficiency of platelets leading to massive bleeding, morbidity and mortality. North Maharashtra University has the jurisdiction over Jalgaon, Dhule and Nandurbar districts, which are predominantly tribal. This population suffers from above illnesses. e) Global Vision for the University Development:

Sustainable development is the need of hour today and Education is one& only one way to attain the sustainable development for the well-being of the human society, it requires integrating the principles, values and practices of sustainable development by adopting the holistic approach. To maintain this, the apex body in education system required following vision. ❖ Pooling best talents to improve the performance of different departments of the university in terms of faculty & student. ❖ Generating world class infrastructure for Research & Development. ❖ Effort is taken for academic collaboration with Industries, Government & Private Universities in India & abroad for investments into education, research & exchange. ❖ Introduction of innovative courses which encourages entrepreneurship, SHG with innovation and creativity. ❖ Promoting projects for Rural & Community developments viz: Establishment of Tribal Academy at Nandurbar on 25 acres land, cost of Rs. 54.78 crores with the help of Govt. of India, Maharashtra State Govt, NGO‟s & NMU.

➢ Establishment of Tribal Academy to work towards enhancing the socio economic status of Tribal especially empowerment of tribal women and other backward groups in the region through developing social capital and community engagement for achieving social justice, equity and overall well-being, to enhance and build capacities of tribal and other backward groups in the region through overall sustainable human development with the main focus on training, research and entrepreneurship. The objectives of the Tribal Academy will be fulfilled by setting up various centres under the academy that includes Centre for Social Development, Vocational & Community Education, Natural Resource Management and Promotion of Indigenous knowledge, Tribal Governance and Policy Research, Culture and Sports, Womens’ Studies Centre on Tribal Women’s Physical and Mental Health etc.

➢ Development of a Biodiversity Park/Nature Training Centre on 100 ha land on university campus at a cost of Rs.8.38 crores with the help of Government of Maharashtra and District Planning Development Committee, Jalgaon.

• Vision : 2040

Proposed a Vision: 2040 document visualizing the developments and initiatives to be launched in North Maharashtra University at Khandesh region in the coming twenty five years. This roadmap will augment constructive and excellent interventions in view of the local and global needs of the future. The milestones include establishment of a science and Technology Park, Sophisticated Analytical Instruction Center, Center for Skill Development, Ajanta Center, School of Thoughts, School of Public Health Sciences, Tribal Academy, Vidyardhi Bhavan, Karmachari Bhavan and the Like.

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C] FINANCE AIDS & REFORMS: ❖ Implementation of Common Account Code practice for all financial activities and constituted all committees as per the same. ❖ Organized workshop on University Account Code for Management Council members, Auditors and Officers and employees of finance and account section. ❖ University is using ERP-SAP Software and also BI module for accounting of all financial transactions. ❖ All funds switched over from Scheduled to Nationalized bank with core branch facility and Zero balance facility to open an account for students, employees and affiliated colleges with 2 ATM facilities. ❖ Services of Retired Accountant from PWD was hired as Internal auditor cum advisor to undertake checking of works bills & vouchers in strict adherence to all guidelines and upgrade in present practice & policies. ❖ Net Increase in Bank Deposits: - University has deposited all its funds in to Fixed Deposits in Nationalized banks. The Deposits increased by Rs. 83.39 Crores from financial year Mar-2012 to Mar-2016. Taken efforts for receiving maximum rate of interest on investment through investment committee. ❖ Net Increase in Fixed Assets: - University have acquired /created its assets base by way of transparent purchase procedures & rate negotiations. (All fixed assets are created by utilizing specific grants & accumulated surplus wherever necessary). The Assets increased by Rs. 49.79 Crores from financial year Mar-2012 to Mar-2016. ❖ Saving achieved due to the rates negotiated in purchase committee meeting for purchase of Chemicals & Glassware of Rs. 7.83 lakh and for Purchase of Equipment & Furniture of Rs. 111.55 lakh during Sept-11 to April -16. ❖ The university has received grant during Apri-13 to Jun-14 Rs. 230.52 lakh from UGC under XI plan under final settlement. Also received Grant of Rs. 200 lakh under the scheme “Providing additional assistance to Universities & Colleges” from UGC under XI plan. ❖ Under UGCs XII Plan proposal a grant of Rs. 10.62 Crores has been sanctioned for General Development of the University, (out of this Rs. 4.25 Crores are received).In addition to this, the university received grant of Rs. 19.50 lakh under XII plan from UGC towards remedial, net-set & entry into services scheme. ❖ Special Efforts have been made for sanction of grant of Rs. 241.82 Lakh for Construction of one SC Girls Hostel for 200 girls by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment under Babu Jagjivan Ram Chhatrawas Yojana and Rs. 299.00 lakh for Construction of one minority hostel for 100 Girls from the Minorities Development Department, Government of Maharashtra. ❖ UGC has sanctioned Rs. 1.20 Crores towards construction of Girls Hostel under XII plan scheme during 2015-16. ❖ Special Scheme Grant from UGC Under XII Plan of Rs.1.125 Crores received (Out of sanctioned Rs. 2.25 Crores) for Construction of 8 Lane Swimming Pool. ❖ Grant Received on account of Research Projects from UGC of Rs. 6.22 Crores and from other funding agencies Rs. 9.38 crores during Financial Year 2011-12 to 2015-16. ❖ Grant Received on account of Fellow-ship (JRF/SRF) from UGC Rs. 1.03 cores and from other funding agencies of Rs. 1.47 Crores during Financial Year 2011-12 to 2015- 16. ❖ Grant Received on account of other schemes from UGC of Rs. 68.29 lakh and from other agencies Rs. 15.73 lakh during Financial Year 2011-12 to 2015-16 of Rs.6.22 crores.

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❖ Creation of endowments through donations during Oct-11 to Mar-16 of Rs. 35.15 lakh for 5 research fellowships for access to Higher Education and Gold Medals & raised Silver Jubilee Fund for Rs. 14.83 lakh. ❖ Grant received under NSS during for Rs. 2.41 Crores from Mar-12 to Mar-16 ❖ Grant Received from Government of Maharashtra for Rs. 1.84 crores towards land acquisition, Construction of Indoor games hall & other academic buildings. ❖ Proposal submitted to Pune University for demand of SEED MONEY of Rs. 589.39 lakh (excluding interest from 1991). ❖ Proposal submitted for demand of staff as suggested under Common Account Code. ❖ UGC New Delhi has approved SAP grant for 01.04.2015 to 31.03.2020 to following schools 1. School of Chemical Sciences – Rs. 90.00 lakh 2. School of Environmental and Earth Sciences – Rs. 72.50 lakh 3. School of Life Sciences – Rs. 62.50 lakh National Project Implementation Unit, MHRD, New Delhi and World Bank have sanctioned so far Rs.10 Crore out of this Rs. 9.00 Crores received to UICT, NMU under TEQIP-II. ❖ DST, New Delhi has sanctioned Rs. 2.30 Crore out of this Rs. 1.65 Crores are received to UICT under FIST Level-II. ❖ Rs.20 Crores sanctioned for NMU by Govt. of India / Govt. of Maharashtra under Rashtriya Uchchtar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA), out of this Rs. 5.58 Crores is received till April 2016. ❖ Completed Income tax assessment up to A.Y. 2013-14. ❖ Income tax demand notice of Rs. 244.75 lacs for the years up to 2009-10 is withdrawn by income tax department. ❖ TDS workshop was organised with the help of Income tax officers in Jalgaon, for all officers NMU and its affiliated colleges. ❖ Organised national level Workshop, development of university finances, for Finance officers in universities, in association with NUEPA, New Delhi. ❖ Successfully transformed legacy payroll system into e-seventh payroll system in time. ❖ Completed statutory audit till the financial year 2014-15 and internal audit for the financial year 2015-16. ❖ Compliance of AG Audit (2008-09) – Points raised in AG report were 21, out of which 10 are cleared till date. ❖ During 2013-14, the university is received registration u/s 12AA, with retrospective effect from 1991-92 onwards, and for tax exemption on donations received by the university u/s 80G.

➢ Finance related achievements: • Donations and contributions received: The University received donations of Rs. 52.10 lacs, which includes 4 Gold medals sponsored by different individuals and institutions. • Development grants: The University received development and infrastructure grants, including major, minor and other projects from various funding agencies like UGC, CSIR, GOM, DBT, DST etc to the extent of Rs. 62.61 crores. • The university’s Surplus is increased by educational activities Rs. 76.81 crores, Interest received Rs. 41.87 crores, Development grant Rs. 62.61 crores, totaling Rs.181.29 crores during the above tenure.

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• Fixed Assets: Assets of the University are increased by Rs. 62.80 crores i.e. from Rs. 84.79 crores in 2011-12 to Rs. 147.59 crores in 2015-16. The said gross value of asset is much less than the market value. • Investments: Investments of the university are increased by Rs. 91.61 crores i.e. from Rs. 79.46 crores in 2011-12 to Rs. 171.07 crores in 2015-16. • Procurements: The University saved an amount of Rs. 1.19 crores, by adopting transparent process of negotiating with vendors through purchase committee. • Bank interest: The University keeps its deposits in nationalized banks only. The university earned an interest of Rs. 41.87 crores, by negotiation through investment committee, with the bank authorities. • AG audit: Out of 21 paras 18 are closed, by complying the requirements and timely submissions. Remaining para will be closed after physical verification by the AG team to the University. • Income tax: Till the Assessment year 2013-14 income tax assessment is completed with nil tax liability. An appeal against the demand notice of Rs. 2.44 crores by income tax dept. in respect of A. Y. 2009-10 was accepted and university saved the said amount of tax, and also trouble in future. • Certificate U/s12AA of the Income tax Act, 1961: The said certificate is received with retrospective date, making university eligible for claiming exemption, under the act, forever. • Statutory and internal audit: The University is regular in completing its statutory and internal audits. Internal Audit up to June 2016 is completed, and statutory audit of the financial year 2015-16 is at the final stage. • NSS grants received: The University received grants for NSS activities to the extent of Rs. 2.56 crores. • Salary grants received: The University received salary grants to the extent of Rs. 162.72 crores including arrears of 6th pay of Rs. 13.20 crores.

D] MAJOR EVENTS/ ACTIVITIES:

• State Level Research promotion activities of students‟ e.g. “Avishkar - 2014”, “University - Industry Summit 2013” at Aurangabad in association with CMIA.

SPECIAL CONVOCATION CEREMONY – 24th March 2012 Honorary Degree of D.Litt. was conferred on Esteemed Smt. Pratibha Devisingh Patil, Former President of India on 24th March 2012. Shri K. Sankaranarayanan, Hon`ble Governor of Maharashtra was the Chief Guest. Inaugural ceremony of Convocation Auditorium was held at the auspicious hands of Esteemed Smt. Pratibha Devisingh Patil, Former President of India on 24th March 2012. Cornerstone laying ceremonies of Hostels for Tribal Students (Boys & Girls) funded by Tribal Dept., Govt. of Maharashtra and SC Girl Students under the Babu Jagjeevan Ram Chhatravas Yojana was held at the auspicious hands of Esteemed Smt. Pratibha Devisingh Patil, Former President of India on 24th March 2012 funded by Ministry of S.J. & E., Govt. of India, New Delhi.

20th CONVOCATION CEREMONY – 26th May 2012 Chief Guest - Hon’ble Prof. Sukhdeo Thorat, Chairman, Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), New Delhi, Former Chairman, University Grants Commission, New Delhi

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21st CONVOCATION CEREMONY – 9th April 2013 Chief Guest-Esteemed Prof. M. Hamid Ansari, Hon`ble Vice-President of India & Hon`ble Shri K.Sankaranarayanan, Governor of Maharashtra was presided over the 21st convocation ceremony. Honorary Degree of D.Litt. was conferred on Padmavibhushan Hon`ble Prof. M. S. Swaminathan, Father of the Green Revolution of India. Cornerstone laying ceremony of the extension of School of Life Sciences was held at the auspicious hands of Hon‟ble Prof. M.S. Swaminathan (funded by UGC under XIIth plan)

22nd CONVOCATION CEREMONY – 21st May 2014 Chief Guest - Esteemed Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, Former President of India Cornerstone laying ceremony of Vidyarthi Bhavan was held at the auspicious hands of Esteemed Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam. Guest of Honour - Dr. Anil Kakodkar, Chairman, Rajiv Gandhi Science & Technology Commission, Mumbai & Former Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission of India (AEIC), New Delhi.

23nd CONVOCATION CEREMONY – 6th March 2015 Chief Guest Prof. V.K. Jain, Doon University, Deharadun Conferment of Doctor of Letters on Dr. R. Radhakrishan, reputed scientist and former Chairman, ISRO

24th CONVOCATION CEREMONY – 6thJune 2016 Chief Guest Prof. Ramesh Chand, Member, NITI AAYOG, Govt. of India, New Delhi Guest of Honour – Prof. P. G. Chengappa, National Professor of ICAR, National Institute of Social and Economic Change, Bengaluru

• Hon‟ble Justice Shri K.G. Balakrishnan, Former Chief Justice & Supreme Court of India, and Chairperson, National Human Rights Commission, New Delhi (India) visited University to inaugurate the National Seminar on Human Rights. • Visited many Ministers of State and Union Chairperson, Vice-Chancellors, Presidents, Directors & Deans of other University and Professors and eminent Scientists from other esteemed National institutions & International Organisations of several countries. • An organization of International Conference of Chemistry in 2013 & Global Sustainable Biotech Congress in 2014. • Cornerstone laying ceremony of the Karmachari Bhawan & Inauguration of Digital Knowledge Centre & Roupya Mahaotsav Vatika was held at the auspicious hands of Esteemed Shri K. Sankaranarayanan, Hon‟ble Governor of Maharashtra State on 7th August 2014.

E] ESTABLISHMENT: o School Concepts in NMU Campus. o Tribal Academy covering 25 acres land at Nandurbar. o New Extension Wing of School of Life Sciences & UICT. o VVIP Guest House. o Centre of Sports Complex. o Vidyarthi Bhavan. o Extension Wing of Kendryia Vidyalaya (Proposed). o Excellent Staff Quarters as “Uttam Vidya Nagari” for Class III & IV Employees.

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o Karamchari Bhavan o Staff Quarters of Statutory Officers (Proposed) o Women Study Centre. o School of Public Health Sciences. o School of Law. o School of Distance Education IDEAL with 18 Courses, o PG Department of Dr. Ambedkar Thoughts. o School of Thoughts: ▪ Sane Guruji Study & Research Centre. ▪ Mahatma Gandhi Study & Research Centre. ▪ Mahatma Phule Study and Research Centre. ▪ Swami Vivekanand Study & Research Centre. ▪ Buddhist Study and Research Centre. ▪ Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Study & Research Centre. o Major renovation of Pratap Philosophy Centre, Amalner. o Major renovation of Mahatma Gandhi Philosophy Centre, Dhule. o Extension of new wing of Schools of Mathematical and Computer Sciences o CTPC and University-Industry interaction Cell. o IQAC & NAAC Offices. o Establishment of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Competitive Examination Coaching Centre for SC, ST, OBC and minorities Students funded by UGC. o Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Competitive Exam Coaching Centre for UPSC, MPSC, Banking & LIC for SC, ST, OBC for UPSC / MPSC and LIC for campus and University satellite centres funded by BARTI, Pune (M.S.). o Created many Rain Water Reservoirs. o Vermi and Organic Compost Unit. o Installation of LED Solar Based Streetlights Systems (funded by MEDA, Pune). o 500 KVA Roof Top Solar Photo Voltaic Grid Connected Power Generation System (5 crores proposed) in collaboration with Solar Corporation, India) Contribution Ratio: University 70% and 30 % Solar Corporation, India. o Ultra-Modern facility Health care centre with upgraded ambulance o Three new Girls hostels for SC, ST, and Minorities o One new Boys Hostel for ST category. • Enhance basic need based amenities in Campus Alumni • Unique initiative in building / establishing Statues of Great National Leaders – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Esteemed Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar.

• Major Upgradation:

• Public Relation Office, V.C. Office, Law Office, KVK, Garden Dept. etc, • Enhancement of groundwater level and its availability 24 hours with additional bore wells. • Set up Chlorination water filtration plant • Capacity building measures for Women empowerment with the setup of

“Women Study Centre” ➢ Establishment of “Women‟s Study Centre” - introduction of M.A. in Women‟s Studies & Certificate Course in Gender Sensitization in university and affiliated colleges. ➢ Three new Girls hostels for SC, ST and Minorities

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➢ Organisation of Mahila Melavas with the participation of 100 village women in which lady doctors addressed the gathering about issues of women‟s‟ health, hygiene, nutrition and precautions against cancer at Kandari, Savda Villages. ➢ National Workshop for SC/ST Women in Higher Education on Leadership for Connect & Change from 23-28 Nov.2015 funded by Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development, Tamil Nadu ➢ Special programmes were organized in Babu Jagjivanram Ladies Hostel and Minority Girls Hostel on 10th and 11th March 2016 in which lady doctor delivered a talk on “Women’s Health and Hygiene” followed by questions and answers. ➢ Courses of Health Sciences- Masters in Public Health ➢ Senate Hall, Convocation Auditorium & Health Centre.

➢ Establishment of Minority Cell:

• In consideration of the dire need to have a powerful mechanism to redress problems of undeveloped and downtrodden communities of minorities, a Minority Cell has been established in the NMU. This Cell is assigned to streamline and strengthen various schemes laid down at State & National level for the welfare of Minority Students. This Cell will also strive for the overall development of Minority Students and Institutions.

• This is a pioneer step undertaken with a view to bring revolutionary changes in society at large and in minorities particularly.

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