Padma Shri Sanjay Govind Dhande currently holds the position of Chancellor at MIT University of Meghalaya. A distinguished figure, he is the Former Director of IIT Kanpur, recognized globally for his innovative technological contributions, academic prowess, research excellence, and visionary leadership in institution-building. Awarded the Padma Shri in 2013, Dr. Dhande is an Indian Mechanical engineer and accomplished educationist, having graduated from the College of Engineering, Pune. His impactful career includes temporary charge of the Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management in Gwalior and the founding of Mahindra Ecole Centrale, College of Engineering in Hyderabad in 2014. Over the years, he has served as a member of the Scientific Advisory Council to the Prime Minister of India, and as a Member of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). Dr. Dhande has played an active role in shaping the vision for the Indian Institutes of Science for Education and Research (IISER) in Pune and Kolkata, showcasing his commitment to advancing education and research in India.
Dr. Malhar Pangrikar
Vice Chancellor, MIT Univeristy of Meghalaya, Shillong
Member Secretary, Board of Governers
Dr. Malhar Pangrikar, the youngest Vice Chancellor of any Indian University, currently holds the position at MIT University of Meghalaya, Shillong. With over a decade of experience in the MIT Group of Institutions, Pune, his expertise in managing projects and a Ph.D. in Strategic Management from Amravati University showcase his academic prowess. His diverse areas of focus include Cultural Diversity, Sustainable Design, Applied Economics, Strategic Branding, Consumer Behaviour, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, and E-Commerce. Additionally, he serves as a mentor to several successful EdTech start-ups in India, highlighting his influential role in strategic development.
Dr. D Bhattacharya
Pro Vice-Chancellor Administration, MIT Univeristy of Meghalaya, Shillong
Ex-Officio Secretary, Board of Governers
Dr. Debmalya Bhattacharya, the Pro-Vice Chancellor of MIT University of Meghalaya, is a distinguished academician and scientist. Honored with the "Education Asian Global Excellence Award" by the Economic Growth Society of India in 2020, his journey encompasses significant contributions to condensed matter physics and communication systems. With a Ph.D. in Engineering, he received the "Bharat-Ratna Dr. Radhakrishnan Gold Medal Award" from the Global Economic Progress and Research Association in 2019, recognizing his exceptional achievements in the field of Science & Engineering.
Prof. Rahul V. Karad
Managing Trustee & Executive President, MAEERs, Pune
Board Member, Board of Governers
Mr. Rahul Vishwanath Karad, the Managing Trustee and Executive President of MAEER's MIT Group of Institutions, is a pivotal force in shaping India's educational landscape. Under his leadership, the group has burgeoned to include over 70 institutes, making it one of the country's most extensive educational networks with a current student population exceeding 60,000. Mr. Karad's diverse educational background, encompassing an engineering degree, a postgraduate degree in management from Cardiff, U.K., and alumni status at the Harvard School of Business in the USA, underscores his multidimensional expertise. This blend of technical, managerial, and global perspectives positions him as a visionary leader driving innovation and excellence in education.
Mr.Rudi Warjri
Ex IFS & Director
Meghalaya Energy Corporation Ltd
Board Member, Board of Governers
Rudi Warjri, a retired Ambassador of the Indian Foreign Service with a remarkable 36-year career, currently serves on the Board of Governors at MIT University of Meghalaya. His diplomatic roles in various global capacities included Nairobi, Budapest, Colombo, and New York. As Ambassador to Peru, High Commissioner to Brunei, and Ambassador to Colombia, Rudi significantly advanced India's interests across political, economic, trade, technology, and cultural realms. A graduate with Honours in Economics, fluent in Spanish, Kiswahili, limited French, and Khmer, he actively promotes sports in Meghalaya, benefiting numerous youth on the international stage.