India's Most Passionate Education Influencers, 2023.pdf

www.theknowledgereview.com
Vol. 02 | Issue 05 | 2023
Vol. 02 | Issue 05 | 2023
Vol. 02 | Issue 05 | 2023
India
Benets and Evidence
of a Strengthened
Education System
Shaping Future
Dr
PintoA Celebrated Pedagogue, Passionate
about Learning and Nurturing Students
Passionate
Education
Inﬂuencers,
2023
India's Most

he last few years have been
Tuncertain. In the face of a global
shutdown, school closures, and
global remote learning, the role of
education has never been more
prominent yet so vulnerable.
At such time the need for educators
emerges who not only blaze the trail to
eminence in the education industry but
also influence others to undertake
measures that pave the way for
extraordinary instances.
Amidst the turbulence, whose impact
will be felt for years to come, the only
people that did help to overcome the
adversity were the leaders who did not
give up and instead inspired others to
fight for a positive outcome out of the
challenge. Such leaders can then be
renowned as influencers.
An
Era of

An influencer encourages others to discover
fresh avenues for development and change. This
approach to influential educational leaders
helped inspire other educators to grow and
experiment in the classroom, from teachers and
administrators to counsellors and coaches.
In its latest edition, India's Most Passionate
Education Influencers, 2023, The Knowledge
Review recognises these influential educational
figures who have improved countless lives. It is
an honour to recognise these influential
educators who have changed the course of many
students' lives and the educational system. Their
influence on numerous students and the
advancements they made in the pitch will ensure
that their legacy endures.
We believe that by sharing their experiences, we
may inspire everyone striving to improve the
state of our educational system. Let's work to
uphold their legacy and pass on the torch by
influencing education in a positive and
significant way in the future.
Have a mesmerising read!
Anish David
฀Anish David
Ed or s
Note
‘

DrSnehal
PintoA Celebrated Pedagogue,
Passionate about Learning and
Nurturing Students
08
C o v e r
S t o r y

T a b l e
o f C o n t e n t s
18 Exhibiting the Essence
of a True Tenacious Leader
Dr Vinita S Sahay
20 Proficiently Carrying the
Legacy of a Dream
Meghna Ghai Puri
28 Igniting Fire in Future
Business Leaders
Mr Debraj Banerjee
34 Instilling the New-age Pedagogies
and Influencing the Spark of
Excellence Among the Youth
Prof S.P. Thyagarajan
40 Pioneer in Film Animation
and Gaming Education
Sanjay Khimesara
48 Empowering Leadership
Abilities in Women and Pupils
Shatakshi Sharma
52 Stirring the Learning
Wheel in Youth
Thomas MJ
24 Dynamisms of Education in India
Emerging Trends
44 Benefits and Evidence of a
Strengthened Education System
Shaping Future
A r t i c l e s
P r o f i l e s

Brief
Name of the Personality
Mr Debraj Banerjee
Dr Vinita S Sahay
Meghna Ghai Puri
Sanjay Khimesara
With 20 years of experience in the education industry,
Mr Debraj Banerjee is highly optimistic and self-
disciplined. He leverages various learning
opportunities and helps in providing hands-on
experience to students.
Prof S. P. Thyagarajan is a first-generation learner
from a small hamlet in Tamil Nadu, and today he has
an academic career of about 51 years.
Sanjay Khimesara is a first-generation scholar and
edupreneur with more than 25 years of experience in
communication design. He has been carrying three
decades of overall experience in education industry.
Shatakshi Sharma is a businesswoman, author, former
international affair advisor, and an outspoken
supporter of young women worldwide who has been
igniting the lights in the career of women and youths.
Shatakshi Sharma
Dr Snehal Pinto
Meghna Puri is driven by the mission to benchmark
quality, inspire innovation, encourage creativity,
and mould eager minds by leading from the front
as educators in film, communication, and creative
arts education.
Dr Thomas MJ
Dr Snehal Pinto has been associated with the
education sector for the last four decades and her
passion for learning and building people up continues
to enable her to develop and lead her teams.
With around 26 years of experience, Dr Vinita Sahay has
published and presented a large number of research
papers in international/national journals/conferences
and book chapters. She has organised three large
international conferences and edited five books.
Dr Thomas MJ is a prominent leader who imparts
knowledge to the socio-economic backward students
and inspires and motivates them to invest more in the
education sector.
Chancellor,
Avinashilingam Institute for
Home Science and Higher
Education for Women
Founder Director,
Indian Institute of
Management (IIM)
Bodh Gaya
President,
Whistling Woods
International (WWI)
Group Head,
International School of
Management Studies
(ISMS) Institute
Founder,
Horizon Institute
of Design.
Co-founder and Co-CEO,
Global Governance
Initiative (GGI)
Director,
Ryan International
Group of Institutions
Principal,
St. Pauls College
Designation

DrSnehal
Pinto
A Celebrated Pedagogue, Passionate
about Learning and Nurturing Students
I believe that
teachers hold the key
to shaping the
na on’s most valued
asset- human
resource.

Cover
Story
Dr Snehal Pinto
Director,
Ryan Interna onal
Group of Ins tu ons

Dedication, creativity,
consistency, punctuality,
empathy- these are the
hallmarks of the leading educational
influencers. They are face lifting the
educational sector with expertise and
innovative endeavors. These
educational influencers ensure that
every student grows holistically. They
motivate young minds to evolve into
their complete self and become the
leaders of tomorrow.
These educational influencers are the
beacons of academic growth,
educational innovation, and career
development. Prominent names such as
Dr Snehal Pinto work tirelessly to
ensure that every child receives
excellent educational and career
development opportunities.
A lifelong learner and a passionate
educator, Dr Snehal currently serves as
Director at the Ryan International
Group of Institutions – one of the
largest privately owned chains of K-12
institutions in India. She started as a
primary school teacher, moved up the
career ladder to take on various
leadership roles.
Today, Dr Snehal is
blessed to have a rich
experience in
experience across various state and
national boards such as Central Board
of Secondary Education (CBSE),
Indian Certificate of Secondary
Education (ICSE/ISC), and
International Baccalaureate (IB) and
International General Certificate of
Secondary Education (IGCSE) for the
Ryan Global Schools. Dr Snehal has
been instrumental for leveraging
strengths across all of these for
improved school performance at Ryan
Group.
"I am grateful to Lord Jesus Christ
for the wonderful team he has
blessed us with.
various capacities including teaching
and leadership. While serving the
organization, she completed her
Doctorate in Education from Nova
Southeastern University, USA.
"It has been my privilege to be the
President of the Association of Schools
for the Indian Schools Certificate
(ASISC)," shares Dr Snehal. She has
also been a member of the Executive
General Body of the Council for the
Indian School Certificate Examinations
(CISCE). Moreover, Dr Snehal has
served as a member of the Advisory
Committee in the South Asia
International Baccalaureate Schools
Association (SAIBSA).
Dr Snehal believes that teachers hold
the key to shaping the nation’s most
valued asset- Human Resource.
Therefore, her focused areas have
been professional development,
assessments, and
leadership. She
possesses rich

Our focus is to provide
an immersive learning
experience for our
children.
India's Most Passionate Education Inﬂuencers, 2023

I am always driven to
educate and develop
students.
We have worked together with
consistency and today the schools
under Ryan Group are among the Top
International Schools in India for
several years by various schools
surveys such as the Times School,
Brain feed and Education World,"
mentions Dr Snehal.
To maximize the schools’ efficiency,
she has been consistent in bringing
strong process orientation by
leveraging various methodologies
including those of IB (International
Baccalaureate) and NABET (National
Accreditation Board for Education and
Training). "With a clear focus on
st
nurturing 21 -century skills, the Ryan
Group is driving capacity building and
scaling innovations with various high-
impact student-centric initiatives
across the country," she adds.
A Decorated Educator
Owing to her constant efforts and
dedication towards education, Dr
Snehal has been awarded with many
accolades. She won the 'Prof. Indira
Parikh 50 Women in Education
Leaders Award 2022,' which was
conferred to her by the World
Education Congress.
Dr. Snehal was conferred the 'Most
Admired Global Indians 2021' title
by Passion Vista.
Furthermore, she received the ATL
Teachers of Change Award in the state
of Maharashtra for her exemplary
leadership to galvanize innovation in
education.
She says, "It is humbling to be
acknowledged worldwide as a
visionary thought leader today for our
significant contribution in enhancing
the teaching-learning process to
develop effective student engagement
and for our transformational
leadership in education."
A Lifelong Learner
Dr Snehal is a life-long learner because
she possesses the willingness to learn.
It drove her to complete her doctoral
studies in Education. Secondly, her
passion for learning and building
people up continues to enable her to
develop and lead her teams to carry out
different endeavors and initiatives
across all the schools PAN India.
About Ryan Group of Institutions
Ryan Group of Institutions was
established in 1976 by the visionary
educationist Dr A. F. Pinto, Chairman
with the strategic vision to spread
quality education across India. The
Group is considered one of India’s
largest privately owned groups of
schools offering K-12 curriculum
through state, national and
international boards. The Group has
flourishing schools across 18 states and
40 cities in the country. Today, Ryan
Group is well recognized for its
noteworthy contribution to education.
Enduring Adversities Industriously
Dr Snehal has been associated with the
education sector for over the last four
decades. She believes that just like all
sectors of the economy, education also
has its challenges. "The challenges we
faced have only helped us as a group
to align our efforts to our vision and
stay grounded and rooted in values and
our faith and have strengthened me to
emerge as a confident leader in this
segment," shares Dr Snehal.
She also adds that in-spite of various
challenges, Ryan Group has
successfully imparted quality
education in towns such as
Shajahanpur in U.P, Jalna in
Maharashtra, Bolpur in Kolkata, and
Durg-Dhamtari in Chattisgarh yielding
encouraging results.
A Motivated Educator
Dr Snehal states that it has been very
helpful to engage with people across
the capacities they serve the
organization in and beyond. She feels
that it is a blessing to be surrounded
with a learning community seeking to
contribute their best. This has always
motivated her to keep learning in order
to provide the best learning
opportunities for the students and help
them succeed in their life.
Considering the present situation, Dr
Snehal believes that the need of the
hour is to provide the children with
experiential learning opportunities.
According to her, practical learning
st
with cultivation of 21 -century skills of
critical thinking, creativity,
collaboration, communication,
technology literacy, leadership, and
social skills are essential aspects for
the holistic growth of the students.
She believes the New Education Policy
introduced last year outlines a
comprehensive overhaul of the way
institutions operate in the country. "As
part of our holistic approach to
learning and educational excellence,

many of Ryan Group's practices
already align with the new policy," Dr
Snehal expresses.
Under her leadership, Ryan Group
remains committed to fostering
industry–academia partnerships to
st
instill 21 -century skills and to provide
new opportunities for students to
‘learn by doing’ and up skill, reskill,
and reinvent themselves. This enables
the students to keep up with an ever-
changing world, and emerge not only
as industry-ready employable youth
but also choose their vocations and
calling to be entrepreneurs. This will
be an ongoing process that will require
both public and private sector
collaboration.
Ensuring Maximum Student
Engagement
Dr Snehal works with utmost
dedication to ensure that Ryan Group
of Schools is focused on building
conceptual understanding among
children. She makes sure that the
teachers are continuously provided
with professional training. She sees to
it that the teachers are mentored to plan
and deliver activity based sessions for
each concept.
"Teachers are encouraged to plan a
week ahead for their sessions. This
helps them to deliver an effective
session that meets the learning
objective for the session," expresses
Dr Snehal. "Collaborative learning
activities like role play, debates and
discussions, learning by doing/
experiential learning, field trips,
project work, case studies, etc. are
planned by the teachers to create an
active and involved set of students who
enjoy the process of learning," she
further states.
Dr Snehal ensures that children are
placed in a group for various activities
so that they develop teamwork and
communication skills required to be
leaders. Her team also identifies their
leadership skills and interests and
provides the right guidance and
support to enhance them in the right
direction. Dr Snehal shares that at
Ryan, students can explore their
abilities through various events
pioneered at school, national, and
international levels such as Indian
Model United Nations, World
Scholar’s Cup, International Children's
Festival, and various International
cultural exchange programs to various
centres based in UK, US, Australia,
Germany, Switzerland, and Italy.
Emphasis on Choosing the Right
Career
In Dr Snehal's eyes, choosing a right
career is one of the major aspects in a
student’s life. There are students who
do not have clarity about what they
want to do in future and which career
path they should take. She believes that
while choosing a career, a student
should primarily understand his/her
area of interest. Self awareness is very
important as it helps in identifying
one’s interests, skills, and talents. Dr
Snehal further opines that seeking
appropriate guidance from the teachers
and school career counselors is
beneficial when a child is confused
about what to choose post college and
university studies.
With constant support from Dr Snehal,
Ryan Group provides opportunities to
the students to discover their talents,
nurture them, and aspire to achieve
their desired goal in life right from
their early years. The institute provides
a plethora of excellent opportunities
through sports, academics, media
studies, environmental awareness
programmes, theatre, art, leadership
and entrepreneurship programmes, and
so on. It offers international exchange
programmes with countries across the
globe, collaboration with foreign
universities, and entities such as
PennHub and the College Board. Ryan
Group provides the students with a
platform which they can further use to
build on and develop their interests and
aspirations as they begin their college
and university life.
Words of Advice for the Leaders of
Tomorrow
In the opinion of Dr Snehal, students
are the core of the entire teaching–
learning process. She believes that they
are the ambassadors and motivators for
their parents and teachers to make
every effort to provide them with the
best learning environment.
She urges students, "Remember that
st
you are living in the 21 -century world,
where rapid changes are taking place
in every field due to the emergence of
technology."
"There are several emerging career
options, and at the same time the
nature of the 'future jobs' remains
Along with construc ng
knowledge and fostering
relevant a tudes and
life skills, we also seek to
develop social and
spiritual values.

unknown. Therefore, make the best of
every opportunity provided to you," she
adds.
Dr Snehal encourages students to equip
themselves with life skills in order to
deal with challenges and create
opportunities. She believes that there is
tremendous scope for students to learn
independently, explore their abilities
st
for time management, develop 21 -
century skills, and take ownership of
their learning journey. Dr Snehal
suggests that students should anchor
themselves to values and be
responsible citizens and lifelong
learners. This will help in contributing
to the betterment of society at large.
Taking Steady Steps Towards the
Future
Dr Snehal states that Ryan Group
believes in excellence in education. As
a nationwide group, the institute's
focus is on innovation, leveraging
technological tools, and implementing
various strategies to integrate the
apps to ensure that children are
engaged in an immersive learning
experience.
According to Dr Snehal, Ryan
Group has many good practices that
are in line with the NEP, which is
something the institute will continue
to build on further in the coming
years. "We will continue with our
efforts to make quality education
available and accessible to all," states
Dr Snehal.
Under her guidance, the institute has
collaborated with different entities to
ensure that even post K-12, the
children get an opportunity to transit
smoothly into higher education to
pursue their interests, develop their
talents, and have a vocation. She
believes that the efforts of Ryan Group
are focused on providing vocational
opportunities in education and skill-
based education.

the
Best
Get
to Success
Subscribe
Survey No.133/134, Brand Square, Ofﬁce No. 512,
Kunjir Chowk, Pimple Saudagar, Pune, Maharashtra 411027
Phone - India: +91 7410079881/ 82/ 83/ 84/ 85
Email: info@theknowledgereview.com
For Subscription: theknowledgereview.com
Check should be drawn in favor of
Visit once
to know more
THE KNOWLEDGE REVIEW
THE KNOWLEDGE REVIEW

S Sahay
A
DrVinitaS Sahay
(IIM) Bodh Gaya. She joined IIM
Bodh Gaya as the Founder Director.
With around 26 years of experience,
she has published and presented a large
number of research papers in
International/National journals/
conferences and book chapters. She
has organized three large international
conferences and edited five books.
The Knowledge Review had the
privilege of interviewing Dr Vinita, an
apt figurehead who serves as an
inspiration to many.
Below are the highlights of the
interview:
Kindly brief us about you and your
professional journey since the
beginning of your career. Tell us
about your academic and
professional milestones and the
significant achievements, accolades,
and recognition you have earned in
your career so far.
Currently, I have been working as the
Founder and Director of IIM Bodh
Gaya since February 2018. I have 26
years of rich and varied experience in
academic administration, academics,
research, training and consulting both
in India and abroad. I secured first
class with high ranks throughout my
academic career with PGDM in
Marketing as a major concentration
area, a Gold Medal in M.A. Economics
and a PhD in Customer Value.
I was also a Visiting Professor at
Aarhus University, Denmark, for ten
years (2009-2018). I participated in the
'Global Colloquium on Participant-
Centered Learning (GloColl) at the
Harvard Business School, Boston,
USA and Harvard Centre, Shanghai,
China. I also participated in the
'Developing Leadership, Governance
& Management in Higher Education'
programme conducted by Leadership
Foundation for Higher Education and
UKIERI in Birmingham, UK.
Any educational institution that
focuses on dedicating itself to
students' welfare and is
motivated to present uncompromising
strategies to resolve issues will
undoubtedly run across predicaments
that call for solutions. Particularly for
the ones that demand being perpetually
resilient in the context of today's
unpredictable times. When it comes to
such circumstances, the administrator
of the establishment ultimately poses
as in charge of ensuring that every
facet of an institution is protruding
excellence and averting all challenges.
Accompanying such strategies for
overcoming adversities as a pioneer in
contemporary educational settings is
Dr Vinita S. Sahay.
Dr Vinita Sahay is the second woman
in the country appointed by the
Government of India to head the
Indian Institute of Management
“
Dr Vinita
S Sahay
18 | February 2023

In the last five years, IIM Bodh Gaya
made remarkable progress on all fronts
under my leadership. As a Founder
Director and Academic leader, I had
two major responsibilities, firstly, to
build a committed team of faculty and
staff with strong work ethics and
commitment to a conducive high-
performance culture, and secondly, to
create a world-class, state-of-the-art
campus.
Prior to IIM Bodh Gaya, I have been
working as a Professor of Marketing at
IIM Raipur since 2012. During these
years, I held several academic
leadership positions, including
Chairperson (International Relations)
and Chairperson (Doctoral
Programmes), along with membership
in many committees.
Prior to joining IIM Raipur, I worked
as a Professor and Chairperson of the
PGDM Programme at IMT Ghaziabad
and other institutions. All throughout
my career, I have carried out my
responsibilities with utmost integrity,
commitment and dedication.
At IIM Bodh Gaya, we have come a
long way, from being an only
employee till July 2018 to a robust
team of about 85 people; it has been an
exhilarating journey. Building the
campus brick by brick has taught me
precious lessons on tenacity,
perseverance, team building, and never
say die spirit and has given me
immense joy and satisfaction of
building something from ground zero.
We are in a very crucial phase of our
AACSB accreditation journey with the
recent visit of the mentor. The next five
years will be to consolidate its position
to be one of the finest business schools
in India.
Tell us about your institute, its
distinct academic solutions,
achievements, mission, vision, and
USPs.
We are setting up IIM Bodh Gaya as a
'Research-based Business School.' We
already have three Full-time
programmes running, and this year we
are launching two new Specialised
MBAs: MBA in Digital Business
Management
MBA in Health and Hospital
Management
We have also established 'Samatvam:
The Centre for Mindfulness.' The core
value ( USP) of the school is
'Mindfulness,' and our vision is to raise
a league of socially responsible
mindful leaders. This distinctive
positioning in the realm of
Mindfulness and Well-being is path-
breaking.
Today, IIM Bodh Gaya is known for
academic excellence, high-quality
research, strong international linkages
and corporate engagement. The
placement has been outstanding for the
last three years. The new campus is a
blissful mix of modern architecture,
culture and heritage of Bodh Gaya. The
campus will be ready next year, and the
new Academic Session will start from
the new campus. We are also working
towards starting an Off-campus IIM
Bodh Gaya in Patna.
Being a prominent leader in the
educational space, what were your
significant contribution to education
in society, the upliftment of academic
structure in the country, and the
development of your institute?
My strong belief in quality,
transparency and process-driven
organisation led to the development
and implementation of some of the key
initiatives like Nine Policy Manuals to
run the school. These initiatives helped
in creating a conducive academic and
research environment on campus to
attract high-quality faculty members
from IIMs, IITs and foreign
universities.
What are the major challenges you
faced in your academic career, and
how did you help your institute
overcome them?
We have come a long way under some
challenging circumstances. All the
issues around land encroachments and
acquisition are behind us. Bringing
diversity to campus was a challenge.
Today, we have students from more
than 170 cities and 28 states: it is a
microcosm of India with about 35 per
cent girls students. As a cohesive team,
we have started many well-conceived
projects, and they are at a critical stage
of take-off. There are several
innovative, ambitious, yet incomplete
tasks and unfinished agendas at this
point in time. Ensuring the success of
new courses is critical.
How do you keep yourself motivated
and inspire your students to choose
an exciting career for a bright
future?
We are a nation with a young
population, and at this juncture, the
only thing which will help us regain
our glory as a prosperous nation is
upgrading, educating, and upskilling
this young population the dream of
visualising my country regain its past
glory keeps me motivated.
Helping our students explore and
recognise their Swa-dharma based on
their talents and passion is IIMBG's
way of helping our students have a
bright future.
What is the next step for you and
your institute?
Our Phase-I construction is on the
verge of completion. Moving into the
new campus with planning and
integration of Phase-II is a priority. To
have global accreditations in place is
essential, and sustaining a culture
which helps everyone to become the
best version of themselves is the top
agenda.
www.theknowledgereview.com | 19

A
Meghna
Ghai Puri
Proficiently Carrying the Legacy of a Dream
dream of building a world-
Aclass film school was the
promise made by the legendary
filmmaker Mr. Subhash Ghai to
himself when he embarked on his
journey in the industry. After a few
years, when the promise was in the
ideation stage, he asked his daughter to
help him bring his dream to fruition.
Knowing how much this dream meant
to him, Meghna Ghai Puri
immediately agreed and returned to
India from the UK to turn the dream of
her father into a reality by establishing
Whistling Woods International
(WWI).
As the institution's President for over
two decades, Meghna has been driven
by the mission to benchmark quality,
inspire innovation, encourage
Meghna completed her BSc. Honours
in Business Management from King's
College, London, and Post Graduate
Diploma in Communications,
Advertising and Marketing. She also
worked briefly for an e-Tailing startup
in the UK. She worked on International
Distribution and Business
Development for Mukta Arts as well.
Meghna's work experience helped her
learn and commence her journey in the
field of education in media and
entertainment. She firmly believes that
her learnings from her previous works
have immensely helped her nurture and
develop WWI.
The Struggled Path
"No matter what our personal
circumstances may be, if we ourselves
become a source of light, then there
will be no darkness in the world." -
Daisaku Ikeda.
Meghna's journey with WWI has
taught her that challenges faced in life
must be accepted and dealt with
courageously. She also believes that
challenges always lead to
opportunities. Her entrepreneurial
journey of 20 years has been a
testament to it. She expresses, "In an
industry so dynamic as ours - keeping
abreast with growing trends can be
incredibly challenging. For example,
not just staying in sync but staying
creativity, and mold eager minds by
leading from the front as educators in
film, communication, and creative arts
education.
Since its inception in 2001, Whistling
Woods International has seen a
significant growth, starting with a
batch of 80 students to over 1300+
students and 3500+ alums. WWI now
has four schools catering to various
aspects of film, communication and
creative arts education under its
umbrella. Over the years, this state-of-
the-art institute and its students have
been applauded for their work and
received recognition worldwide.
Being the President of a reputed
institution is a significant task, and
Meghna carries this out with her
compassionate and empathetic
approach.
Let us know more about how her
exceptional journey.
The Early Roots
Meghna started working at her father's
office and on his film sets at a very
young age. People around her always
suggested Meghna to join the film
industry, following in her father's
footsteps by becoming a filmmaker.
However, Meghna was more inclined
towards following his lead as an
educationist and a dreamer.
India's Most Passionate Educa on Influencers, 2023
We at Whistling Woods
International follow the trends
of tomorrow and focus on
current technology as well as
its advancement to keep our
students up-to-date and
ahead of the curve.
20 | February 2023

ahead of time with technological
advancements is extremely crucial. As an
educational institution, we have
embraced this challenge and focused on
staying ahead of time."
"Students associate with us to attain
education and be able to carve their
niche in the industry; hence it becomes
crucial for us to stay updated regarding
innovative technologies, the latest
workflows, and academic advancements.
This enables our students to adapt to the
change they aspire to bring. So, at any
given point of time, WWI is always 6-8
months ahead of the regular
technological advances."
Meghna also understands that people
management also possesses its own
challenges. It takes a lot to groom and
retain promising talents and, most
importantly, to ensure they stay
passionate about their professional goals.
Cherishing the Efforts
Spearheading the operation of Asia's
premier institute of Film,
Communication & Creative arts has
earned Meghna some prestigious
accolades and achievements.
Ÿ Awarded as one of the '75 at 75'
Achievers in Education, Science, and
Innovation category by the NISAU
and the British Council, 2023
Ÿ Conferred with the Women of the
Decade in Cinema & Education by
Women Economic Forum (WEF),
2022
Ÿ Featured in Women Redefining
Leadership, an Outlook India
Magazine Initiative, 2022
Ÿ Mid-day Powerful Women 2022 –
Exemplary Contribution in Films,
Media, Creative Arts & Education
Ÿ Conferred with Doctor of
Philosophy, an Honorary Degree by
Jharkhand Rai University, Ranchi,
2022
Meghna
Ghai Puri
President,
Whistling Woods
Interna onal (WWI)

Ÿ Excellence in Media and Creative
Arts Education, Times Leading
Icons Award, 2021
Ÿ Best Social Activist for Education
to Underprivileged Class of
th
Citizens, 13 National Education
Summit, May 2019
Ÿ Outstanding Contribution to
Education in the Field of Cinema,
The Economic Times, March 2019
th
Ÿ 6 World Women Leadership
Congress & Awards 2019 –
Superwomen Achiever, February
2019
Ÿ Iconic Inspirational Women of
Nava Bharat Awards, May 2018
Ÿ Women of Substance, Inner Wheel
Club of Bombay Queen's Necklace,
2017-18
Ÿ Women's Achievers Award, Young
Environmentalist Programme Trust,
2017
Ÿ Iconic Women Leaders Award in
Entertainment, Arts and Cinema,
All Ladies League (ALL), May
2016
Ÿ Rising Star Awards, Indian Film
Festival in Los Angeles, April
2010.
Epitome of Excellence
The sole purpose of Whistling Woods
Meghna says, "We follow the trends of
tomorrow; we focus on current
technology and its advancement to
keep our students up-to-date and
ahead of the curve. We have been
included in The Hollywood Reporter's
list of 'Ten Best Film Schools' in the
world and rated as one of the 'Top
Institutes of Influence' globally by
Forbes. WWI has been awarded
'Excellence in Creative & Performing
Arts' at the 6th FICCI Higher
Education Excellence Awards 2019.
WWI is also a full member of CILECT
(Centre International de Liaison des
Ecoles de Cinéma et de Télévision)
since 2010. The institute has even been
recognised as a 'Great Place to Study'
by the Skilltree Knowledge Consortium
and the UK House of Commons. The
accolades and honours bestowed upon
us motivate us to do better and achieve
more for our students and the
industry."
"But what truly makes us proud, as it
would for any educator, is the success
of our alumni. Their success is our
most outstanding achievement. From
our very first batch, the students of
WWI have been making their mark in
the industry. Over 3500+ alumni play
a crucial role in India's rapidly
growing Film, Media, Entertainment,
and Creative Arts industry. The
institute's alum body also includes
highly gainful and successful
professionals in the creative arts
industry worldwide," adds Meghna.
Providing a Helping Hand
Meghna is well aware of her position
as the President and all the privileges it
comes with; however, she is equally
aware of the responsibility towards the
betterment of society that comes with
it. She is deeply committed to several
social causes. She works dedicatedly to
promoting education across various
strata of society and seeking gender
equality in homes, schools, and
International is to facilitate practical
and theoretical knowledge, enabling
the students to gain relevant expertise
in the field they choose. Its vision will
continue to be the creation and
evolution of a state-of-the-art
institution that sets new standards in
film, communication, and creative arts.
Meghna asserts, "We are proud of our
ever-inspiring faculty, advanced
facilities (WWI Emerging Media Lab,
Sony Media Technology Centre,
Foxconn Media Lab and much more.
We also have exclusive industry-
oriented masterclasses and workshops
and dynamic programmes designed to
stay abreast of changing technologies
and advances in the industry."
WWI offers everything from
Filmmaking, Acting to Media and
Communication to Fashion Design,
Music Production & Composition,
Visual Communication Design,
Animation & Game Design, Event
Management & Experiential Marketing
and Sports & Esports Management.
WWI's programmes are offered under
an agreement with Rajiv Gandhi
National Institute of Youth
Development (RGNIYD), an institute
of National Importance.
22 | February 2023

workplaces. "My position has also
allowed me to carry over this attitude
to Whistling Woods International, and
I am immensely proud of how eagerly
WWI members have embraced this
mindset," mentions Meghna.
Through its course of operation for the
past 16 years, WWI has proudly
associated with several NGOs, namely,
Salaam Baalak Trust and VIDYA
Mumbai - VIDYA Integrated
Development for Youth and Adults, to
offer scholarship to underprivileged
students, who are incredibly passionate
about making their careers in the media
and entertainment industry.
The institute has also partnered with
initiatives like Laadli - A Population
First Initiative, creating awareness
about gender equality, women
empowerment, female foeticide and
cherishing every child; KASHISH
Mumbai International Queer Film
Festival, sensitizing the larger public
about LGBT issues and Be The
Change - Varija Life Initiative,
spreading awareness about the abilities
of the physically and mentally
differently abled individuals and
including them in the mainstream
society.
WWI has been conducting various
workshops, at regular intervals, for
NGO children to make them well-
equipped to face life at large. Apart
from associating with NGOs and social
initiatives, WWI has also been
involved in giving back to the society
and mother nature through drives like
Blood & Organ Donation drives and
Clean India Campaign.
Meghna asserts, "The faculty, staff, and
students at WWI understand and
believe in contributing towards CSR
initiatives and observe it as an
essential part of their lives. As Asia's
largest Film, Communication &
Creative Arts institute, WWI has a key
role in the city's social welfare and an
ethical responsibility towards the
environment. From the very beginning,
as a collaborative effort, we help our
students learn, create, and be the
change they aspire to make for the
upliftment of society."
A Better Future
Meghna's biggest motivation comes
from her family, who have supported
her in their ways. Their constant
support encourages her to do more for
the people she works with, the
students, and the world at large.
Meghna's advice for every student is,
"No matter the circumstances, the only
person with the power to shape your
future is you."
She says, "Most importantly, do what
you love and love what you do. I
genuinely believe in this mantra by
Steve Jobs, and it is also the motto of
WWI. Nothing is more fulfilling than
doing something that makes you
happy."
Whistling Woods International
constantly strives to improve the
quality and scope of its educational
offerings in the service of India's film,
communication, and creative arts
industry. Meghna shares, "Our vision
has and will always be to create
leaders and professionals for the
industry. We can achieve this through
our versatility and state-of-the-art
facilities because we focus on the
industry's future just as much as we
consider the present. Our goal is to
provide vocational training in film,
communication, and creative arts to
students of smaller towns and cities all
over the country."
With the Mumbai campus, the institute
is intensely expanding in terms of
programme verticals and campuses.
The newest addition to the academic
repertoire has been the Dept. of Event
Management and Sports and Esports
Management.
"My goal and dream are to build an
institution that hones and promotes
education from age 5 to 50. Every
creative individual who wants to make
a mark in this dynamic industry should
be able to attain the highest quality of
education and be successful in what
they do," Meghna concludes.
Our vision has and will
always be to create
leaders and professionals
in the industry.

Emerging Trends
24 | February 2023

Education
Dynamisms
in India
of
ducation means diﬀerent things
Eto diﬀerent people, depending
on their age, occupation, and life
experiences. Here's a brief overview of
what education may mean to a child,
adult, white-collar worker, industrialist
and an Indian:
To a child, education is the process of
learning new skills, knowledge, and
values. It provides a foundation for
understanding the world around them
and prepares them for the future. For
children, education typically takes place
in schools, where they study not only
academic subjects but also social skills,
emotional intelligence, and creativity.
E

To an adult, education may represent
an opportunity to acquire new skills or
knowledge, advance their career, or
pursue personal interests. Adult
education can take many forms, such
as attending evening classes, online
courses, or training programs. For
adults, education is often seen as a
means to improve their quality of life
through career advancement, personal
growth, or simply expanding their
horizons.
To a white-collar worker, education is
often closely tied to career
advancement. White-collar workers
may seek further education to gain new
skills or knowledge to help them
advance in their field. Education may
also be seen as a way to stay
competitive in a rapidly changing job
market, particularly in rapidly evolving
industries due to technological
advancements.
To an industrialist, education may be
viewed as a way to develop a skilled
workforce that can help drive
innovation and growth in their
industry. Industrialists may invest in
education initiatives to provide their
employees with the training they need
to succeed in their roles. Additionally,
education can help build the
knowledge and skills necessary for
research and development, which can
lead to new products, processes, and
business models.
The Four Standard Forms of
Education in India:
Various forms of education are
available in India, from formal to
informal and traditional to modern.
Some of the most common forms of
education in India include:
Ÿ Formal education: This includes
primary, secondary, and tertiary
education, typically provided by
schools, colleges, and universities.
areas and between genders.
Ÿ Quality: Quality of education is
another major challenge in India.
While there are many high-quality
educational institutions in the
country, many schools and colleges
struggle with inadequate
infrastructure, a lack of qualified
teachers, and outdated teaching
methods. This can result in low
levels of student learning and
achievement.
Ÿ Curriculum: The curriculum in
Indian schools and colleges is often
criticized for being too focused on
rote learning and memorization
rather than developing critical
thinking and problem-solving
skills. There are efforts underway
to reform the curriculum to make it
more relevant and engaging for
students.
Ÿ Technology: The use of technology
in education is becoming more
common in India, with the
government launching several
initiatives to promote digital
learning. However, there are still
significant disparities in access to
technology, particularly in rural
areas.
Ÿ Private vs Public: Private
education is becoming increasingly
popular in India, particularly higher
education. However, private
education can be expensive and
may not be accessible to all
students. Public education, while
often more affordable, can be
limited by inadequate funding and
infrastructure.
To stay competitive in the global
knowledge economy, India needs to
continue to invest in its education
system, particularly in public education
and teacher training, and focus on
developing the skills and competencies
required for the future job market.
Formal education is often
structured and follows a prescribed
curriculum.
Ÿ Vocational education: This type of
education focuses on developing
practical skills and knowledge that
are directly relevant to a specific
occupation or industry. Vocational
education may be provided through
specialized schools or training
institutes.
Ÿ Distance education: This form of
education involves learning
through correspondence, online
courses, or other remote means.
Working adults who cannot attend
regular classes often use distance
education.
Ÿ Informal education: This type of
education includes learning through
non-formal channels such as
community centres, libraries, and
museums. It may also include on-
the-job training or apprenticeships.
How is Education in India, and
Challenges:
Education in India is a diverse and
complex system that is undergoing
significant reforms to address
longstanding challenges and improve
access to quality education for all.
However, there are also many
opportunities for growth and
improvement, and there are ongoing
efforts to address these challenges and
improve access to quality education for
all.
Here are some key aspects and
challenges facing education in India:
Ÿ Access: Despite significant
progress in recent years, access to
education remains a significant
challenge in India, particularly for
marginalized and disadvantaged
groups. According to government
data, the literacy rate in India is
around 74 per cent, with significant
disparities between rural and urban
26 | February 2023

Mr
Banerjee
"Change is hard at first, messy in the
middle, and gorgeous at the end."
- Robin Sharma
From the time of antiquity,
innovative changes have made
human life easier and more
beautiful. The world has witnessed,
embraced and imbibed changes to
enhance their standard of living as well
as their economic status in society.
This has resulted in a highly
competitive and advanced era. And,
coping with such an advanced world,
the young generation must incorporate
the skills and abilities that make them
stand out in the competition.
Having said that, there are several live
illustrations in the world who made
tremendous changes in the corporate,
education and various other sectors. At
the same time, the corporate and
education industries are co-related,
acknowledging that industrial
advancements significantly impact
pedagogical space.
As corporate industry always strives
and implies technological
advancements that influence the
education sector. Catering to emerging
Igniting Fire in Future Business Leaders
needs, the institutions have to raise
their academic standards and
necessitate specific training and
certification courses to meet corporate
demand.
Ensuring that Mr Debraj Banerjee
has been assisting changes in the
education space and the International
School of Management Studies
(ISMS) Institute. He is a post-
graduate in management and has 20
years of experience in the education
space. And throughout his life, he has
been a highly optimistic and self-
disciplined individual.
As an incredible institute leader, he
emphasizes introducing foreign
education in ISMS. The initiative of
Mr Debraj and the institute helps the
Indian students; they can leverage the
various learning opportunities and
provides hands-on experience.
ISMS also offers an 'Earning while
Learning' opportunity to students
where they can pursue their second
MBA degree in the UK with a post-
study work permit.
In pursuit of India's Most Passionate
Education Influencers, 2023, we, The
F
We empower
students to become
individuals with
integrity, innovation
ability, and a passion
for business.
Knowledge Review, came across the
path of Mr Debraj Banerjee, the Group
Head of the ISMS institute.
While interviewing him, we apprehend
his career's incredible journey; he also
mentions the ISMS institute's story
and future vision and missions.
Read ahead for in-depth and insightful
information about Mr Debraj and
ISMS institute.
28 | February 2023

Mr Debraj
Banerjee
Group Head,
ISMS institute
India's Most Passionate Education Inﬂuencers, 2023

Mr Debraj Banerjee- A Buoyant
Personality
With 20 years of experience in the
education industry, Mr Debraj has
always been highly optimistic and self-
disciplined. He has completed his post-
graduation in management; after his
education, he has been involved with
prominent industry giants like Siemens
Information System Ltd, SQL Star
International Limited, ICFAI, and SSI
Limited.
Apart from these industries, he has
worked in various education segments,
including Distance Learning, IT
Training (Retail and Corporate), High-
End Training (SAP), and many others.
He has been actively involved in
chalking out strategies and
implementing the same and has
achieved many accolades from his
employers throughout his career.
Evolution of the Idea and Ignition of
ISMS
While communicating about the
evolution of the ISMS institute idea,
Mr Debraj notes, "Indian students are
capable of excelling all over the globe.
But still, there is a lack of awareness
among students about pursuing an
international degree."
ISMS Pune started its journey with the
aim of introducing foreign education to
Indian students. Constituting the same,
the institute introduced MBA
International (Dual Certification
Twinning Program) to provide
foreign education at an affordable
cost.
The twinning MBA program enables
students to study on a dual campus
along with dual certifications, as it
adds significant value to their academic
qualifications. The students also get
systematic study culture, understanding
of the subjects, critical awareness of
current problems, and new insights.
The ISMS also offer multiple options
to move to UK universities. The
institute's inclusive MBA program
enables students to pursue a
management degree with hands-on
experience, which also imparts an
'Earning while Learning' opportunity.
The students can also explore various
work opportunities in the UK and post-
work study permits.
While mentioning the ISMS institute's
journey, Mr Debraj says, "We also
introduced Masters in Sports Business
Management (Twinning Program) for
the students who want to explore their
career in the sports business industry."
The Master's in Sports Business
Management program collaborates
with Leeds Beckett University; it
encourages students to pursue a career
in sports with a combination of theory-
based and practical learning.
With extraordinary sports facilities and
the special advantage of Leeds's Sports
Volunteering Program, the institute has
organized global events such as
Olympics, World Athletics
Championships and Commonwealth
Games that offer permanent career
opportunities to students.
Inspiring Vision and Mission
Statement
Sketching down the vision and mission
of the institute, Mr Debraj states,
"MBA is a lucrative career option,
which always remains in high demand
and will be in demand forever. But still,
the employability ratio for MBA is low.
One of the main reasons behind this
problem is the lack of focus of the
B- Schools towards empowering the
students with relevant skills."
While stating about vision and mission
of ISMS, he further says,
"International School of Management
Studies (ISMS Pune) was founded to
enrich and empower young
management graduates, in academic
excellence, exposing them to the
business and industry world, providing
them with relevant essential
employability skills, core business
ethics, core responsibilities, and
service. Thus, we empower the students
to become individuals with integrity,
innovation ability, and a passion for
business."
"We aim to cultivate a passionate sense
of business among our management
students through applying managerial,
academic knowledge and excellence.
Encouraging students to pursue
innovative pursuits along with
managerial creativity, and guiding
them to serve the industry and society
with renewed inspiration, calibre,
competence and compassion
professionally and humanely," further
he adds.
Revolutionary Programs- A Way to
Empower Students
After sharing the vision and mission
statement of the institute, Mr Debraj
We believe the
root of any
revolutionary
idea starts with
great quality
education.
30 | February 2023

shares the institute's programs
that provide excellent career
opportunities to the students. He
postulates, "We believe the root of any
revolutionary idea starts with great
quality education. That's why we
introduced MBA programs in
affiliation with Savitribai Phule Pune
University (Pune University) to
provide quality education, life-
changing training, and relatable skill
development programs that are flexible
and accessible to students from all
over India."
"We have a PGP (Post-Graduate
Programme) MBA (Triple
Certification) program to empower
students with practical experience and
extraordinary career development,
which helps the students to stand out in
the corporate world," he adds.
The PGP MBA program is based on a
practical approach that provides
students winter and summer
internships. It also offers hands-on
experience to students before entering
the corporate world.
Apart from the triple certification
(MBA + PGP + Pearson UK), the
program also provides more than ten
certifications that help students to stand
out in the competition.
The PGP MBA (Triple Certification)
imparts the option to students to pursue
their second MBA degree and optional
study tour in the UK, which assists
global exposure to students and
imbibes UK's dynamic work culture
and academics.
While mentioning ISMS's
revolutionary programs, Mr Debraj
states, "We also have MBA in Business
and Innovation (Dual Certification)
with employability training for the
students who aspire to become a
successful leader in the corporate
world."
Further, he says, "The program
provides dual certification, extensive
corporate exposure, life-changing
training, various activities and summer
internship programs that can change
students' life; it also enriches the
knowledge and skills of the students so
that they can become successful
leaders."
Holistic Development of MBA
Graduates
While discussing the program that
empowers MBA graduates, Mr Debraj

highlights the activities that enhance
the skills of graduates. He notes,
"Retaining a job is harder than getting
a job, and that is why the International
School of Management Studies (ISMS
Pune) emphasizes on empowering
MBA graduates with practical and
relatable skills that not only help them
to get placed but also to become a
successful leader in the corporate
world."
Moreover, the institute conducts
several local and outstation industrial
visits, certiﬁcation courses, and
workshops by Indian and international
corporate experts. The institute also
conducts mock interviews and
professional training to equip students
with knowledge and ushers aptitude
tests. While sharing the valuable
information, Mr Debraj says, "ISMS
Pune is changing the deﬁnition of
MBA."
"Not only that. We engage our students
in specialization-based club activities,
cultural, CSR, sports, and outbound
activities to make students the young
managers and leaders of tomorrow,
empathetic employers, and socially
responsible citizens. Meanwhile, we
are focusing on their holistic
personality development," he further
notes.
Future Roadmap of ISMS
Stretching the future of the institute,
Mr Debraj asserts, "With outstanding
qualities like international standard
classrooms, experiential learning
methodology, excellent faculties,
global opportunity, professional
training by industry experts,
organizational and professional skill
development program, earning while
learning opportunity, workshops by
corporate experts from India and
abroad, numerous industrial visits,
extensive industry partnerships, 100
per cent placement record with best in
class ROI and more than 1000 success
stories since its inception, the
International School of Management
Studies (ISMS Pune) will continue to
be the fond of inspiration through
encouraging and developing the
students emerging spirit of integrity,
and we tirelessly work towards
innovation," concluded Mr Debraj.
32 | February 2023

Prof S.P.
Thyagarajan
"A teacher affects eternity; he can
never tell where his influence stops."
- Henry Adams
about the name of their first teacher in
their schools?
Most people remember their first
school teachers because they influence
them toward education. As time flies,
the teachers keep changing as per the
standard of education. Nevertheless,
the work of all teachers at any stage of
life never changes. The teachers keep
on imparting knowledge to students,
and the knowledge influences excellent
achievements in one's life.
Moreover, a teacher always acts as a
torchbearer who influences and imparts
more knowledge to society, which
assists continuous development of
human life. Similarly, Prof S.P.
Thyagarajan is spearheading the
education space with the vision of
spreading knowledge in society. Being
a first-generation learner, he has been
influencing the knowledge to the next
generation and assisting continuous
development in the education field.
He is the Chancellor of
Avinashilingam Institute for Home
Science and Higher Education for
Women (Deemed University); under
Prof S.P. Thyagarajan, several policies
have been implemented for overall
Do you remember the name of
your first teacher?
Everyone must assert that parents are
every child's first teacher; everyone
learns their first life lessons from
their parents. However, apart
from the parent, does
anyone reminisce
Chancellor
Avinashilingam Ins tute
for Home Science and
Higher Educa on for
Women (Deemed
University)
Ins lling the New-age Pedagogies and Influencing the Spark of
Excellence Among the Youth
34 | February 2023

development of the university.
Moreover, it emphasizes imparting
quality education to women. During 65
years, the institute has created 56,677
women graduates, post-graduates, and
PhD. Doctorates.
While hunting for 'India's Most
Passionate Education Influencers,
2023', we crossed the path of
Science and Higher Education for
Women (Deemed University) and
interviewed Prof S.P. Thyagarajan,
where he shared his professional
journey and his future vision for the
success of the institute.
Read ahead to learn more about Prof
S.P. Thyagarajan.
A Passionate Academician
Prof S. P. Thyagarajan is a first-
generation learner from a small
hamlet in Tamil Nadu. He
attended government school
and earned first-place
honours throughout his
B.Sc., M.Sc., and PhD
degrees.
Besides this, he
graduated with D.Sc.
Medical microbiology
from the University
of Madras and also
completed his M.D.
in Copenhagen,
Denmark. In 51
years of his
academic career,
he first attended
Education and the UGC's policies and
Regulations on various aspects of
promoting the quality of Higher
Education.
He also played a key role in
strengthening basic science research at
the national level in Indian universities
and several theme-based research
Stanley Medical College, then spent 12
years as an assistant professor at
Madras Medical College and 24 years
as a professor at Madras University
before being appointed vice chancellor
of the University of Madras.
He worked for 13 years as pro-
chancellor and dean (research) at Sri
Ramachandra Medical University
before retirement. Later, he
subsequently took over as Chancellor
of the Avinashilingam Institute for
Home Science and Higher Education
in December 2020.
He was instrumental in
developing the XI and XII
Five Year Plans' policy
documents on higher
India's Most Passionate Education Influencers, 2023

programmes in the medical sciences
through the UGC, ICMR, DBT, MOEs,
and DST. Additionally, he held the
position of CHIEF CONSULTANT for
the MHRD, the Government of India's
RUSA Program.
The Glance of the Institute's
Inception Journey
The Padma Bhushan Dr T.S.
Avinashilingam, a renowned Gandhian,
freedom fighter who worked with
first Vice Chancellor of the current
Science and Higher Education, he
made visionary contributions to high-
quality women's Education. On June 8,
1988, a Government of India
notification ref.no. F.9-20/84-U.3 of
the Dept. of Education upgraded the
college as an 'Autonomous College'
and later as the 'Deemed to be
University-exclusively to promote
women's education.'
The Avinashilingam Institute for Home
Science and Higher Education has
provided 65 years of women's
education services. It has produced
56,677 women graduates, post-
graduates, and PhD doctorates, which
is unquestionably a commendable
contribution to fulfilling the policy
commitment made for women's
education and entrepreneurship.
The institute has been accredited A++
grade along with a CGPA of 3.65/4 on
February 22, 2022, by NAAC, under
the guidance of the Managing Trustee
Dr TSK. Meenakshisundaram,
Chancellor Prof S.P. Thyagarajan,
Vice-chancellor Prof V. Bharathi
Harishankar, and all the faculty
members.
Mahatma Gandhiji, and philanthropist,
founded the institute Sri
Avinashilingam Home Science
College; it was opened on July 24,
1957, by Sarvapalli Dr S.
Radhakrishnan. This was the first
Higher Education institution in Tamil
Nādu devoted exclusively for women
only.
With the tireless efforts of Dr
Rajammal P. Devadas, who became the
Persistence, Perspira on
and Inspira on are the
three 'mantras' for
achieving reasonable
success.
36 | February 2023

While stating about the institute, Prof
Thyagarajan asserts, "The USP of this
Deemed to be University is Promotion
of value-based higher education to all
women students across the globe,
embedded with entrepreneurship,
st
innovation and 21 century skills to
discharge their Scientiﬁc Social
Responsibility and to achieve
Sustainable Development Goals-3
&4."
Overcoming the Challenges
After mentioning the institute, Prof
Thyagarajan highlights the challenges
that he has overcome throughout his
career and says, "In all the three
Universities, as Vice Chancellor of the
University of Madras, Pro-chancellor
cum Dean of Research of Sri
Ramachandra Institute of Higher
Education and Research (Deemed
University) and presently as
Chancellor of Avinashilingam Institute
for Home Science and Higher
Education for Women (Deemed
University), where I played
leadership roles, the challenges
were pushing faculty and
administration to cope up with
the momentum of
implementation of higher
education reforms and
quality enhancement."
"Persistence, Perspiration and
Inspiration are the three 'mantras' for
achieving reasonable success," he
added.
Intrinsic Motivation is Conducive to
Creativity!
When we ask Prof Thyagarajan about
his intrinsic Motivation towards
education, responding to the same, he
states, "I have always found my
students to be highly talented with
potentials of 'Sparks of Excellence'.
The only requirement is the 'ecosystem'
of interaction and comradeship
between students and teachers. I have
always guided based upon the student's
aptitude as evidenced by their varied
performance."
A Pearl of Wisdom
While advising the students, Prof
Thyagarajan asserts, "As the need has
been emerging for human resource
st
globally in the 21 century, the students
st
have to evolve themselves with 21
century knowledge and skills of
Education-5.0 through all sources of
learning and training to become
employment generators and builders of
our Indian economy."

Pioneer in Film Animation and Gaming Education
Sanjay
How does education inﬂuence
success in human life?
When people educate themselves, they
envision their goals and achieve them;
they seek education in their particular
interest areas, which promptly assists
in success in their careers.
Emphasizing education Nelson
Mandela says, "Education is the most
powerful weapon which you can
use to change the world."
Getting inspired by this
thought, Sanjay
Khimesara began
grooming students in AVGC
(Animation, VFX, Gaming, Comic)
ﬁeld. After his graduation, he worked
in the industry for more than 30 years.
After realizing the need for education
and guidance in the following stream,
he pioneered the design school known
as Horizon Institute of Design. Being
the Founder of the school, he guided
many students to get skilled in Media
and Entertainment careers and helped
them by providing the right
employment opportunities in a
particular domain.
Apart from that, Sanjay always
encouraged creative youths and
students from lower-income and below
the poverty line (BPL) to get free
Give the world
the best you
have, and the
best will come
back to you.
“
“
40 ebruary 2023
| F

education sponsored by many
corporates as their CSR activities with
his HID Educational Society as
President.
He also recently concluded his book by
writing an exhaustive career guide
towards Exciting Careers in AVGC and
Digital Media in the Hindi language;
he volunteers his time for community
building programs as President of the
Indian Chapter of UNESCO–supported
Global NGO–Asifa International and
inspires creativity in youngsters.
Besides, he empowers women creators
and volunteers in the Women Creators
Program and supports the Women in
Animation Chapter for India.
To study detailed information about
such an intellectual edupreneur, read
ahead.
An Intellectual and Edupreneur
Sanjay Khimesara is a first-generation
scholar and Edupreneur with more than
25 years of experience in
communication design. He primarily
emphasizes AVGC (Animation, VFX,
Gaming, Comic), Graphic & Visual
Communication and UI/UX design.
Along with it, he has been carrying
three decades of overall experience in
the industry and has always been
inspired by the thought, 'Give to the
world the best you have, and the best
will come back to you.' He always
encouraged inspiring creativity,
community building and supporting
youth by enhancing employability and
creating winning careers. His school
enables exclusive education and
training in various forms of
communication design.
Sanjay Khimesara- A Man Work-to-
Rule
He is a founder of a leading Indore-
based design school affiliated with the
central Indian government. In 1997,
Sanjay and his team began their
journey by partnering with Arena
Animation and offering undergraduate
programs since 2003. In 2016, they got
associated with the School of
Vocational Education of India's
Premier University- Tata Institute of
Social Science, to provide vocational
skills to students.
He dedicatedly focuses on design in
Media and Entertainment sector over
two and half decades. He recently
winded up his book writing work on an
exhaustive career guide towards
'Exciting Careers in AVGC and Digital
Media, in Hindi language. The book is
currently in the final stages of getting
published.
Sanjay has been bestowed with several
industry recognitions, including a
Doctorate for the sake of honour. The
school emphasizes all forms of
designing programs, including
animation, visual effects, gaming,
comic and digital media.
Moreover, the school provides various
programs ranging from three months to
four years on graphic design, visual
communication, web and mobile
design, UI-UX design, game design,
broadcast design, animation film
design, visual effects, and many other
designing programs.
Film Animation- The Quest of
Adventure Out There!
Sanjay has been actively involved as a
volunteer in community building since
th
2008. Recently on 4 November '22, he
was appointed as a President of the
Indian Chapter of ASIFA (Association
of International Du Film D' Animation)
and has been Director of the Asifa
Animation Foundation since 2020. He
is also an executive council and 'Core
Committee Member' of ASIFA India.
ASIFA is a professional body that
UNESCO recognizes for developing
film animation as an art and an
effective communication means. In the
current scenario, ASIFA enjoys
representations from more than fifty
countries, and for 22 years, the Indian
chapter has been operational.
A Sharp Persona- Sanjay Khimesara
Education is the key to breaking the
stones in the path to success! Being a
perfect educationist and a pioneer
Edupreneur in film animation, Sanjay
Khimesara has completed his
education in various fields.
He has completed his B.E. in
Mechanical Engineering from
Government Engineering College,
Ujjain, and his MBA in marketing
from IMS, DAVV, Indore. He
commenced a design school named
Horizon Institute of Design (HID) in
1997. Since then, he has been an active
contributor to the Media and
Entertainment Sector and has received
many awards and recognitions during
his journey.
Recently, he received Eduspark Award
2022 from Animation Xpress for his
contribution to AVGC education, the
Humanitarian Excellence Award 2022
by the I-Can Foundation, the Golden
Pixel Award as the backbone of the
AVGC industry, an Honorary
Doctorate Degree from an International
University in Design Management,
Business and Corporation Leader: 50
Under 50 in 2022.
Apart from these awards, Sanjay
received Indian CSR Award 2021 and
the Indian Achiever Awards 2021 and
was recognized in the top 100 admired
people in education space 2021, Global
Educational Influencers-2020, Captains
of Industry, Trailblazers of Education,
Icons of Education, Excellence Awards

Accolades Hit the Jackpot
Ÿ Design School students received
over 250 accolades and have been a
part of seven Oscar Awarded Films
for Outstanding Visual Effects and
Editing and four National Awarded
films for their animation and visual
effects.
th
Ÿ On 15 August 2022, he received
Humanitarian Excellence Award for
Social Impact towards contribution
to society.
Ÿ Nationwide Award 2022: Business
and Corporate Leaders- Under 50 in
2021.
Ÿ Received Red Achievers Award.
There are many awards and
recognition Sanjay has received in his
career. Moreover, the students of HID
also achieved many awards and
recognition for making the school
pioneer and expert in the AVGC
domain.
for Socio-economic contribution, Four
commendation certificates from state
police, appreciation from I-Can
foundation for humanitarian award-
2021.
Victory Comes from Finding
Opportunities in Problems!
HID is rated as the premier school of
Central India, and it is termed a
pioneer and trendsetter organization.
The school has been at the forefront of
skilling and helping upcoming creative
youth by employing support from
leading conglomerates like Aptech
Group, Tata Group, Autodesk, NSDC,
MESC, Epic Games and many other
corporates.
The school is also supporting
marginalized youth seeking self-
employment, freelance, and jobs in
their specialized domains. The students
from lower income groups or below
the poverty line category get free
education supported by the leading
corporates under CSR initiatives at
HID Educational Society.
In HID education society, Sanjay has
volunteered in the community building
of creative artists under animation and
filmmaking throughout the year.
Besides it, he is also managing various
initiatives, including Calls for Entries
for AVGC Projects from Students and
Professionals, Master classes, Behind
the Scene, Boot Camps, Workshops,
Making of Successful Projects under
various programs like International
Animation Day, Awards of Excellence,
C.G. Meet-up and many more
initiatives.
Since 2021, Sanjay has been actively
empowering women creators and
managing a Women Creators Program
across Southeast Asia for Epic Games
(Unreal Engine) via ASIFA India.
42 | February 2023

A
System
Benefits and
Astrengthened education
system can benefit society
from all demographics, as
education is a fundamental right and
can significantly impact an individual's
life chances and opportunities.
However, certain demographics may
benefit more from a strengthened
education system due to historical and
systemic inequalities that have
impacted their access to education and
opportunities for success.
A strengthened education system can
provide greater access to resources,
support services, and opportunities for
academic and personal growth for all
individuals. This can help to promote
social mobility, reduce inequalities,
and increase opportunities for success
and well-being.
Shaping Future
Evidence

access to resources, support
services, and academic and
personal growth opportunities.
There are several benefits of a
strengthened education system; one of
them is that it can shape the future of
learning by improving the way people
gain access to quality education for
better and more informed living.
Below are some other benefits of a
strengthened education system:
Ÿ Personalized learning: A
strengthened education system can
support the development of
personalized learning approaches,
which can help students learn in
ways that are tailored to their
individual needs, interests, and
strengths. This can help students
stay engaged in learning and
achieve better outcomes.
Ÿ Technology integration: A
support the integration of
technology in teaching and
learning, which can enhance
students' access to information,
promote collaboration and
communication, and support new
forms of learning and assessment.
Ÿ Critical thinking and problem-
solving: A strengthened education
system can prioritize the
development of critical thinking
and problem-solving skills, which
are essential for success in the 21st
century. This can involve the
integration of interdisciplinary and
project-based learning approaches
that challenge students to apply
their knowledge and skills to real-
world problems.
Ÿ Life skills and well-being: A
support the development of life
skills and well-being among
students, which can help them to
thrive in all areas of their lives.
This can involve the integration of
social-emotional learning,
mindfulness practices, and
opportunities for physical activity
and creative expression.
Ÿ Global citizenship: A strengthened
education system can promote
global citizenship, which can help
students to develop an
understanding of and appreciation
for diverse cultures, perspectives,
and ways of life. This can involve
the integration of global education
approaches, such as service
learning, international exchanges,
and cross-cultural collaborations.
Note that a strengthened education
system has a great potential to shape
the future of learning by promoting
innovation, equity, and excellence in
education and by preparing students for
the challenges and opportunities of the
21st century. By investing in education,
we can create a brighter future for all.
In conclusion, a strengthened education
system is critical for shaping the future
of learning. By providing equitable
access to high-quality education,
promoting innovation and technology
integration, prioritizing the
development of critical thinking and
problem-solving skills, supporting life
skills and well-being, and promoting
global citizenship, we can prepare
students for success in the 21st century.
However, education systems face many
challenges, including access and
quality, funding, teacher shortages,
curriculum relevance, and
technological infrastructure. To
overcome these challenges, it is
important to invest in education and
work collaboratively to develop and
implement effective strategies that
meet the needs of students and the
broader community. By doing so, we
can create a brighter future for all.
Some Demographics/Individuals
That Will Benefit from a
Strengthened Education are:
Ÿ Low-income families: Low-
income families may benefit more
from a strengthened education
system as they often face
significant barriers to accessing
high-quality education.
Strengthened education systems
can provide increased access to
resources, support services, and
academic and personal growth
opportunities.
Ÿ Minority groups: Minority groups,
such as Indigenous peoples, racial
and ethnic minorities, and refugees,
may also benefit more from a
strengthened education system.
Historically, these groups have
faced systemic discrimination and
marginalization that have limited
their access to education and
opportunities for success.
Strengthened education systems
can help to address these disparities
and provide greater access to
quality education and opportunities
for personal and professional
growth.
Ÿ Women and girls: Women and
girls may benefit more from a
strengthened education system, as
they have historically faced barriers
to access education and success
opportunities. Strengthened
education systems can help to
promote gender equality and
provide women and girls with
greater access to education and
opportunities for personal and
professional growth.
Ÿ Students with disabilities:
Students with disabilities may also
benefit more from a strengthened
education system, as they often
face significant barriers to
accessing education and support
services. Strengthened education
systems can provide increased
46 | February 2023

satisfaction in empowering others. She
emphasizes developing leaders through
the Global Governance Initiative
(GGI) because she thinks
emancipating and guiding people go
beyond simply imparting knowledge.
GGI is an Edtech firm which offers an
MBA program, which is an alternative
to the international business program
to the youth who seek international
institutes or business study programs to
upskill their management and
leadership skills. With the help of GGI,
Shatakshi Sharma empowers not only
the youths but also the women; through
GGI, she is changing the lives of the
women and youth.
In an interactive conversation with The
Knowledge Review, we crossed the
path of the Global Governance
Initiative, and we interviewed the Co-
founder and Co-CEO of the Insitute
Shatakshi Sharma, who has been
igniting the lights in the women's and
the youth's careers. While interacting,
she shared her journey with GGI and
the future vision of GGI.
After knowing a gist about Shatakshi
Shama and her initiative, dive down to
get the detailed story of the legendary
leader who believes in empowering.
A Tale of Curious and an Inspiring
Leader
In 2013, Shatakshi decided to prepare
for the CAT exam, as it was her father's
desire. Nevertheless, she failed
horribly because her heart was not
ready for it. However, she did not get
admission to IIM Institutes.
Later, she realized that she had chosen
a battle in which the cards were
stacked against her, and then she
picked the GMAT, which took three
tries to pass. Despite having challenges
during her tests, she turned herself into
a living example of how to manage a
career. She learned during her MBA
journey how India's culture of tests and
coaching had been exaggerated during
her MBA experience.
After working in highly intellectual
ecosystems like Boston Consulting
Group (BCG), she realized that one
does not require a 99.9 percentile to
work and thrive in such an
opportunistic ecosystem. As famous
Nassim Taleb once said, "I suspect
I.Q., SAT, and grades are tests
designed by nerds so they can get high
scores in order to call each other
intelligent."
She observed that in 2022 over 2 lakh
students appeared for the CAT
examination, but only 5,500 got seats
in IIM Institutes, only 2.7 per cent of
the crowd got a chance to study
business from the top league in India.
Empowering the Leadership
Abilities in Women and Pupils
uman existence constantly
Hevolves, and humans find it
challenging to resist
continuous changes.
However, when humans face problems
frequently, they get demoralized and
flooded with questions about what is
good and wrong for them. In their
gloomy minds, questions about what
they want from their of life, what is
best for their futures, and many other
things arise.
In order to get out of it, the human
seeks out the flame that can correct
them and direct them in the proper
direction. Having said that, a strong
leader is always regarded as one who
aids others, finds solutions to their
difficulties, and directs them in the
proper direction.
A great leader invariably ignites a
flame of positivity in the lives of others
and empowers them to grow as leaders
in their own lives. John Maxwell aptly
summed up the qualities of successful
leaders when he remarked, "Leaders
become great, not because of their
capacity to empower others."
While saying so, Shatakshi Sharma is
one of the finest leaders who find her
48 | February 2023

This aids Shatakshi realizes that
despite putting in much effort, pupils
still did not obtain the school they
wanted. Frustrated with the old system,
Naman and she co-started Global
Governance Initiatives, which is an
alternative to International MBA. In
this program, the Harvard case method
is taught to students by top CEOs from
companies like McKinsey & Company,
BCG, BlackRock, and Amazon, along
with that students also get employment
opportunities.
Now, she is known as a
businesswoman, author, former
international affair advisor at the Tony
Blair Institute in Dubai, and an
outspoken supporter of young women
worldwide. She formerly worked as a
management consultant for BCG.
With the most helpful MBA and
Fellowship Programs in the World,
Shatakshi is establishing an egalitarian
and inclusive ecosystem for
international youth. She has also been
felicitated with The Most Promising
Women Leader 2021 award by E.T.
(Economic Times), LinkedIn Top Voice
India 2021, and chosen amongst the
Top 200 Global LinkedIn Creators
2022!
While stating about her journey,
Shatakshi asserts, "Today, I derive my
happiness via empowering others."
She further notes, "In fact, my previous
roles with BCG, International Affairs,
and Government of India have
immensely helped me broaden
my thought horizons further
in terms of
understanding market insights on
product delivery, content consumption,
and imbibing ethos of unlocking the
potential of those who will lead the
World."
She started the Global Governance
Initiative to focus on the issues most
important to her while also
empowering others. Her definition of
empowerment goes beyond merely
spreading knowledge. GGI aims to
remove obstacles. It has to do with
mentoring. It seeks to create leaders.
The Global Governance Initiative has
created a community of committed,
aspirational, and compassionate world
leaders.
Sliding down the mission, she
mentions, "We are changing Lives. We
are changing Organizations. We are
changing the World!"
The Journey of GGI
When we ask about the Global
Governance Institute (GGI) and its
mission, Shatakshi says, "GGI's
mission is to create an inclusive world
th
for youth and women by rebuilding 20
century higher education landscape
through our innovative Alt MBA
Program."
GGI currently has more than 35 active
members. The team has inspired and
upskilled more than 5,500 curious,
Shatakshi Sharma
Co-founder and Co-CEO,
Global Governance
Initiative
The Global
Governance Initiative has
created a community of
commi ed, aspirational,
and compassionate world
leaders.

sanitary pad distribution during the
pandemic, enhancing hospital patient
living conditions, or assisting migrant
workers in the rehired workforce.
Shatakshi Sharma- In Her Dire
Straits
The mental battles are always the
hardest. Moreover, with the changing
mindset of employers in the country,
the young, trained professionals at GGI
can be employed for their quality
strategy, policy, and product roles.
Regardless of the difficulties, she
overcame in her career, Shatakshi
asserts, "Today, we have more than
51+ employment partners. Gaining
trust from a few early employers, post
multiple rejections, helped us move the
needle to bring learning outcomes for
our Scholars and Fellows."
A Push in Shatakshi's Life
When we ask her about the mantra of
her motivation, stating the response,
Shatakshi says,
Ÿ "I believe motivation is extrinsic and
short-lived.
Ÿ I am an output of consistent small
steps and habits.
Ÿ That has helped me build my career
so far."
Words of Wisdom
While advising the students, Shatakshi
postulates, "There are multiple paths to
the same success point. If you fail in
one path, be creative and find another
path to the same success."
global, diverse, multicultural, open-
minded, and focused individuals.
The Edtech firm ensured that most of
its young delegates were female
through an open application process on
the platform. Moreover, among the 90+
CEOs who visit regularly and provide
training to the students in the Harvard
case method are the former Global
Head of Mckinsey & Co. (Rajat
Gupta), former Chairman of Blackrock
Asia (Peter Fisher), current Chairman
of BCG India (Dr Janmejaya Sinha),
and president of Amazon AWS South
Asia (Puneet Chandok).
While mentioning the GGI, Shatakshi
states, "We continue to focus on scaling
the impact further, and thus, GGI
Alumni have joined Global Impact
firms through our collaborations with
51+ employment partners including
BCG, Clinton Health Access Initiative,
Think Through Consulting, among
many others."
She adds, "Today, we are transforming
and revolutionizing the way young
professionals build products, start their
own venture and nudge public policy in
healthcare, education, climate impact,
and financial inclusion, to name a few."
In the Impact Lab, the working
members have created their projects.
With the help of the Impact Lab, they
are starting projects like assuring
There are multiple paths to the
same success point. If you fail in one
path, be creative and find another
path to the same success.
50 | February 2023

nside the sphere of education, one
Iessential element that uplifts
students' socio-economic
development is the phenomenon of
learning. Knowing such learning
wheel, it becomes highly essential that
the most fundamental stakeholder of
education, i.e., teachers, are
acknowledged.
But the triggering question is, "If
teachers are busy, being proactively
involved around students, who ensures
M Stirring the Learning
Wheel in Youth
responsible for the administrative and
management duties of the
School/College, principals are found to
enrich the relationship between
teachers and students. Understanding
such important dynamics of the
education ecosystem, Abdul Ghani
Kanesan conducted a study in 2005
and found that the principal's
transformative leadership for the
betterment of the schools and colleges
has brought changes in the attitude of
the teachers and the other members of
the schools and colleges.
to facilitate a healthy ecosystem that
favors students and teachers, both at
the same time?" The answer can be
found in the following quote:
"Love of Learning, Love of Learners,
and the Love of bringing the ﬁrst two
loves together." – Scott Hayden
Enabling a healthy conﬂuence of
teachers, students, and learning are the
heads of the institutions. Being
Making ins tu on
of excellence,
ensuring
professionalism
and shaping a
human society
based on the
values of love,
jus ce, freedom,
secularism and
equality.
Thomas MJ
Principal,
ST PAULS COLLEGE
52 | February 2023

MISSION
ST PAULS COLLEGE, Bengaluru
endeavours to identify the potentials
and talents in students and to draw out
the best in them by providing ample
opportunities and facilitating genuine
opinion formation in order to make
them visionaries and professionals and
committed citizens of tomorrow.
MOTTO
Creating Professionals for a Better
Tomorrow
CORE VALUES
Ÿ Academic Excellence
Ÿ Professionalism
Ÿ Social Consciousness
Ÿ Ecological Awareness
Ÿ Attitude Formation
Ÿ Accountability
Ÿ Equality for All
Ÿ Respect for Self and Others
Ÿ Spiritual Conviction
Ÿ Value-driven Life
What significant steps have you
taken to enhance the student
learning experience in your
school/institution/college/university?
We have introduced several best
practices, such as compulsory industry
exposure through internships; the
college has also established one of the
finest recording studios with state-of-
the-art equipment supported by
experienced technicians and staff.
Apart from this, we also introduced
various innovative practices in
teaching, scholarships for all students
under multiple categories, compulsory
library hours and support for research
and paper presentations.
In terms of course objectives and
learning outcomes, what does your
institute prioritize?
Opinion formation is the whole idea of
any teaching, in our opinion, as sound
its inception, the society aims to spread
good literature.
While achieving this, we need good
writers, broadcast professionals, and
communication experts; this inspired
us to start an institution with an
exclusive focus on Journalism and
Mass Communication.
As time went by, we also realized the
need for sound business and commerce
practices; this introduced commerce
and management courses alongside
literature and communication
education.
Tell us about your esteemed institute
and its mission, vision, and core
values.
ST PAULS COLLEGE, Bengaluru, is
one of the educational undertakings of
the Society of St Paul, an international
religious institute founded by Blessed
James Alberione on 20 August, 1914,
and is currently present in 39 countries
across the globe. It is affiliated with
Bangalore University and recognized
by the Government of Karnataka.
The campus is spread across thirteen
acres of land and nestled amongst lush
green trees and colourful flower plants.
It provides a conducive atmosphere for
the holistic growth of the students. ST
PAULS COLLEGE has the latest
facilities and modern infrastructure,
including a state-of-the-art Television
Studio, Professional Sound Recording
Studio, etc.
VISION
Taking inspiration from Blessed James
Alberione, the college founder, ST
PAULS COLLEGE, Bengaluru, aims
to nurture students, with a particular
focus on media education, to become
mature and responsible citizens by
ensuring a conducive environment to
pursue academic excellence and
holistic growth.
One such educational leader is
Thomas MJ. He is one of the inspiring
principals of ST PAULS COLLEGE,
where he introduced many creative
ideas for enhancing the Indian
education system.
Being a prominent leader, imparting
knowledge to the socio-economic
backward students inspires and
motivates Thomas MJ to invest more
in the education sector. His view is to
prepare responsible citizens who build
a human and humane society.
In pursuit of India's Most Passionate
Education Influencers, 2023, we
interviewed Thomas MJ to know more
about his educational leadership.
Let's get detailed information about
such an inspiring principal of the year
through the following interview
excerpts:
Walk us through your journey into
the education sector and enlighten us
about your career.
As a member of the Society of St Paul,
guiding this institution was a
responsibility entrusted to me.
Realizing the immense possibility of
imparting knowledge to the locality
students that mostly came from a
socio-economically backward sector
was an inspiration and motivation to
invest more into the education sector to
prepare responsible citizens who will
engage in the building of human and
humane society. To the locals at the
initial stages, today, the institution
provides quality education to students
across the country and beyond.
What inspired you to step into the
education industry? Who were your
role models growing up?
ST PAULS COLLEGE, managed by
The Society of St Pauls, is an
organization with a rich legacy of
publishing across the globe; right from
India's Most Passionate Education Inuencers, 2023

opinions lead to participation and
professionalism, which is a turnkey to
any nation's growth. We prioritize
learning outcomes as empty-rite
learning without any hands-on
experience that may not be of much
value to the students of the present age.
Express your views on online
learning and the modern ways of
teaching.
While expanding the horizons of
learning, we took it as an excellent
opportunity. Online education and
technology-assisted teaching have
helped many students pick up concepts
better as the new methodology appeals
to their diverse learning inclinations.
From the beginning, we assess the
learning patterns in our students during
their journey at ST PAULS with
various pre-course assessments, which
help us design course plans
accordingly and the advent of online
classes, thanks to the pandemic, has
helped us expand our horizons of
learning and teaching practices.
What are the significant challenges
that the education sector in India
faces today? What
initiatives/programs have you
launched to overcome it?
Today, much emphasis is laid on
passing one exam with a high
percentage of marks, while a very
narrow focus is on holistic learning.
We have a sound advanced and slow
learners program, bridge courses and
innovative internal assessment
practices that allow us to encourage
students to learn concepts rather than
focus on high marks alone.
What are the effective changes you
have incorporated in the school
curriculum for the overall
development of the students?
We have regular leadership and skill
We want future educationists to
remember to put the greatest good for
the most significant number of people
before self and vested interest. We
would also suggest they pay much
attention to application-based learning
and research-oriented education
approaches.
Please share what lies ahead for you
and your institution in the near
future.
A strong foundation has been laid by
all the stakeholders of the institution,
and now the responsibility lies in
maintaining the momentum and
bringing this institution to greater
heights, making it an institution of
excellence, ensuring professionalism,
and shaping a human society based on
the values of love, justice, freedom,
secularism, and equality.
How is technology helping schools to
provide better education facilities?
We aim to reach out to the neediest
students in the vicinity of the college
and inculcate a culture of acceptance.
We envision a future where a delicate
balance is struck between online tools
via the use of a robust learning
management system and encouraging
classroom sessions that include a
multimedia approach to concept-based
learning.
Besides the latest facilities and modern
infrastructure comprising a state-of-
the-art Television Studio, Professional
Sound Recording Studio, Library,
Computer Lab, etc., the college is
establishing a fully equipped language
lab and introducing industry-oriented
MOOCS to acquire course credits.
Introduction of incubation centers,
minor research projects, and habitual
hybrid conferences and events to
make the most of the current
technology wave are also part of our
future plans.
development programs, value
education sessions, and classroom
practices such as peer teaching and
group learning which enhance the
overall personality of the students.
We have also introduced compulsory
internships for final-year students,
industrial visits for almost all subjects,
mock tests, and interviews to prepare
students for the curriculum and the
outside world.
Kindly mention any of your awards,
accolades, and accreditations.
Ÿ Chanakya Award for the Best
Communication School of the Year
2021 by the Public Relations
Council of India (PRCI).
Ÿ Collateral Award for the Best
Educational Campaign of the Year
2021 by the Public Relations
Council of India (PRCI).
Ÿ Most Emerging Higher Education
Institute of the Year 2021 by Asian
Education Awards.
Ÿ Best College of the Year 2021 by
Entrepreneur Education Innovation
India, sponsored by the Ministry of
Information Technology, Govt. of
India.
Ÿ Outstanding Academic Institutions
Award 2022 by Times Ascent
Presented during Asia Pacific HRM
Congress.
Ÿ Best Infrastructure amongst Private
Colleges for UG & PG Courses
2022, Bengaluru by Business Mint,
India.
What advice would you give to those
who want to step into the field of
education?
We would like them to begin with the
awareness that education is a solemn
and highly respected profession; one
needs to have a certain level of
Accountability and responsibility in
order to be a good educationist.
54 | February 2023

India's Most Passionate Education Influencers, 2023.pdf

India's Most Passionate Education Influencers, 2023.pdf

Recommended

Recommended

More Related Content

Similar to India's Most Passionate Education Influencers, 2023.pdf

Similar to India's Most Passionate Education Influencers, 2023.pdf (20)

More from The Knowledge Review

More from The Knowledge Review (20)

Recently uploaded

Recently uploaded (20)

India's Most Passionate Education Influencers, 2023.pdf