I am a dreamer, achiever, and inspiration to many. Being in the field of higher education for more than three decades, I was able to share my knowledge, experiences and wisdom with many of my young students. Hardcore teacher and a sincere researcher, I was able to produce three Ph.D students and thousands of graduate and Post graduate students. I am a Fulbright Scholar, represented India and got an opportunity to deliver syllabus/lectures in many USA Universities like Sanjose State University, California, University of Berkley, California, University of Hawaii, University of West Georgia, Clayton State University Atlanta. I have 65 well researched publications to my credits, and one of my book ‘Dalit Movement in South India’ had received International Literary Award of 2004.. I am working as Professor and Head in the Department of History, B K Birla College since 1990 and from December 2013 to May 2015 as Principal, and Sr. Vice Principal at Birla College Kalyan. since May 2015, For all these years I have grown as a Principal, Teacher and as a Researcher in the field of History. I am recipient of many awards and Fellowships. The most important amongst them are Heras –Tata Post doctoral fellowship, Fulbright- Nehru Visiting lecturer fellowship and Indus Foundation Research Excellence Award. I am described as excellent teacher, keen researcher and an able academic administrator. I have very good subject knowledge and possesses excellent communication skills. I am a recognized Research Guide for M. Phil. 11 students have completed their M. Phil degree under my guide ship. I am instrumental in initiation and commencement of Ph. D. Research Centre at B K Birla College since 2010. I have successfully guided 06 student for the award of Ph. D Degree, and 04 students are pursuing Ph. D. under my guidance. I have 1 Major Research Project (by UGC), 1 Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship and 07 Minor Research projects (2 funded by UGC and 5 funded by University of Mumbai) to my credit. As Director, Center for Studies in Epigraphy, I have conducted various courses in ancient languages like Pali and Sanskrit. As the Coordinator, Internal Quality Assurance Cell, I played a pivotal role in the ‘Best College Award’ of University of Mumbai 2008. I have been told by many that I am inspiration to them. So I think I am a right candidate for FSIA THE REAL SUPER WOMEN AWARDS 2021 under the category of Teacher and Researcher.
