Mr. Anil Bafna is a senior and rank-holder Chartered Accountant. He is the Founding Managing Partner of A. Bafna & Co., a practicing Chartered Accountant firm, having its head office in Jaipur and branch offices in Mumbai & Ahmedabad. The firm renders services in almost all domains and is amongst the first 100 largest CA-practicing firms in the country as per the CAG list. Besides Audit and Taxation, Mr. Bafna has vast professional experience of 40 years in the fields of Business Advisory, Corporate Advisory, Financial Engineering, Turnaround, Joint Venture, and Foreign Collaboration. He has been a mentor, and an advisor to several finance companies, banks, business & industrial enterprises, and educational institutions. He has travelled all across the globe for professional work.

He has been Non-Executive Independent Director of Union Asset Management Company Pvt. Ltd. (Sponsor Union Bank of India) since 2017. He was the Non-Executive Independent Director of Rajasthan State Industrial Development & Investment Corporation Ltd. (RIICO) from 2015 to 2019.

He has been a teaching faculty at HCM Rajasthan State Institute of Public Administration Jaipur, Staff Training Centre (AG) Jaipur, and of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, Jaipur Chapter, and contributed various papers & lectures in seminars of ICAI and other forums.

He has been a member of various national and international forums and committees viz. Committee on Financial Market and Investors Protection of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, New Delhi, Panel on Finance & Taxation of Confederation of Indian Industry (Northern Region) Rajasthan State, National Expert on Marble & Granite appointed by United Nation Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) Vienna, Austria, etc.

He is a passionate counsellor and is associated with many charities.

Dr. Lalit Kumar Panwar, a distinguished civil servant with a rich tapestry of experience and accolades, currently serves as the Chairperson of Vivekananda Global University, Jaipur. Dr. Panwar embarked on an illustrious career in the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) in 1979.

Throughout his esteemed career, Dr. Panwar has held several pivotal positions, including Secretary of Tourism in the Government of India, Vice Chancellor of the Rajasthan State ILD Skills University, and Chairman of the Rajasthan Public Service Commission, among others. His contributions to the fields of education, tourism, and skill development have been widely recognized, earning him prestigious awards such as the National Tourism Award and the Best Collector Award.

With a profound commitment to public service and rural development, Dr. Panwar's mission in life revolves around nurturing talent, promoting heritage, and advancing tourism management. With a keen eye for innovation and protocol management, Dr. Panwar brings a wealth of expertise to his role as Chairperson of Vivekananda Global University.

His vision for the university encompasses excellence in education, holistic skill development, and fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship among students. Dr. Panwar's leadership is characterized by dedication, commitment, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, making him an invaluable asset to the university and the community at large, steering us toward a future of academic distinction, social responsibility, and global engagement.

Dr. K.R. Bagaria is a distinguished academician and accomplished leader serving as the Vice Chairperson of Vivekananda Global University, Jaipur. With a profound commitment to education and leadership, Dr. Bagaria has made significant contributions to the academic and corporate sectors.

Dr. Bagaria's journey is marked by a stellar academic record and extensive professional experience. He holds a bachelor’s degree in commerce from Government College Ajmer and is a qualified Chartered Accountant from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, New Delhi. Additionally, he earned his Ph.D. from the University of Rajasthan, further solidifying his expertise in finance and accounts.

Dr. Bagaria brings over 12 years of experience in the corporate sector as a Practising Chartered Accountant in New Delhi. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish Swami Keshvananda Institute of Technology (SKIT) in Jaipur, where he served as the Founder Director. He has also served as the Vice-Chairman of Marudhar Engineering College in Bikaner and Vice-Chairman & Managing Trustee of the VIT Campus, Jaipur.

Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Bagaria has been actively involved in various academic and administrative roles, contributing to the advancement of technical education in Rajasthan. He has served on numerous committees and played a pivotal role in the establishment of Rajasthan Technical University, Kota. His dedication to academia is evident through his participation in over 50 national and international seminars and conferences, where he has shared his expertise and insights on diverse topics ranging from water management to energy-efficient systems design.

Dr. Bagaria's visionary leadership, academic prowess, and commitment to excellence make him a valuable asset to Vivekananda Global University, Jaipur. Under his guidance, the university continues to thrive as a centre of academic excellence and innovation, empowering students to excel in their chosen fields and make meaningful contributions to society.

Prof. M.P. Poonia is a distinguished figure in the realm of technical education, renowned for his extensive contributions and leadership in the field. With a career spanning 37 years across various institutions and organizations, Prof. Poonia's expertise encompasses Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy, and Sustainable Development. He holds a Ph.D. in Thermal Engineering from IIT Delhi, further solidifying his academic prowess.

Throughout his illustrious career, Prof. Poonia has held numerous key positions, showcasing his dedication to advancing education and research. Notably, he served as the Vice Chairman of the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) from January 2017 to January 2023. In this role, he spearheaded initiatives aimed at enhancing access, equity, and quality in technical education across the country. Prof. Poonia's tenure was marked by transformative reforms, including the development of outcome-based model curricula, mandatory induction programs for students, and the establishment of AICTE's Training and Learning Academies.

Prior to his tenure at AICTE, Prof. Poonia served as the Director of the National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research, Chandigarh, where he made significant contributions to teaching-learning processes and developmental activities. Under his leadership, the institute received national recognition and was conferred with prestigious awards, including the National Award for the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities.

Prof. Poonia's commitment to academic excellence extends beyond administrative roles. He has guided research at both Masters and Doctoral levels, authored numerous publications, and published several books in the field of Mechanical Engineering. His contributions have been recognized through awards such as the Eminent Engineering Personality Award and the Lifetime Achievement Award in Technical Education.

Furthermore, Prof. Poonia has been actively involved in international collaborations and initiatives. He was appointed as a member of the India-specific Strategy Group at the Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand, reflecting his global influence in shaping educational strategies and collaborations.

In addition to his professional endeavors, Prof. Poonia remains engaged in various academic and professional organizations, including serving as a member of the Senate at Thapar University and the All India Council of Technical Education.

Overall, Prof. M.P. Poonia's remarkable journey in technical education epitomizes his unwavering dedication, visionary leadership, and profound impact on shaping the future of education in India.

Dr. Vandana Agarwal is a distinguished academician and leader in the field of mathematics, renowned for her contributions to research, education, and institutional development. Armed with a comprehensive educational background encompassing an M.Sc., M.Phil., and Ph.D. in Mathematics, she embarked on a path of relentless pursuit of knowledge and innovation. Her doctoral journey culminated in 2009, with the prestigious Ph.D. degree conferred upon her by the esteemed Malviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur. Dr. Agarwal's scholarly pursuits are deeply rooted in her specialization in Fractional Calculus, Integral Transform, and Special Functions domains where her contributions have left an indelible mark.

Currently serving as a Professor at Vivekananda Global University, Dr. Agarwal plays a pivotal role in shaping the academic landscape of the institution. Her dedication and commitment to academic excellence have garnered her recognition, exemplified by the prestigious award for Best Faculty, a testament to her unwavering commitment to delivering exemplary results. Her dedication to fostering a conducive learning environment extends beyond the classroom, as evidenced by her multifaceted engagements within the institution. Dr. Agarwal is entrusted with the important responsibility of ensuring a safe and supportive environment for women within the academic sphere.

In her role as an academic leader, Dr. Agarwal has spearheaded transformative initiatives, including the development and design of innovative syllabi tailored to undergraduate students' needs. Additionally, she assumes the mantle of Faculty In-charge for numerous co-curricular activities, fostering holistic development and nurturing talents beyond the confines of traditional academia. Dr. Agarwal is working as a reviewer of various reputed national and international journals. She is also life member of esteemed professional bodies where she actively contributes to scholarly discourse and advancement.

Guiding the next generation of scholars, Dr. Agarwal has supervised and mentored Ph.D. candidates, nurturing their academic growth and research endeavours. Her impact transcends the confines of the classroom, as she actively participates and presents papers at various national and international conferences, enriching academic discourse and fostering collaboration.

Driven by a passion for knowledge dissemination and scholarly pursuit, Dr. Agarwal organizes and facilitates International and National Conferences, Faculty Development Programs (FDPs), and workshops, providing a platform for intellectual exchange and growth within the academic community. Furthermore, Dr. Agarwal's contributions extend to the realm of literature, where she has authored books on Advanced Engineering Mathematics tailored for Engineering students, catering to diverse learning needs.

Dr. Vandana Agarwal's dedication to academic excellence, combined with her commitment to student welfare and research advancement, underscores her role as a distinguished educator and scholar in the realm of Mathematics and beyond.

Prof Arya Kumar did his M.A. (Hons) in Economics in First Class First in 1977 and Ph.D. in the area of “Financial Management of Higher Education in India” in 1982 from Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani. He has a diversified experience of more than 44 years of serving in educational institutions, research organizations, Banks, and Financial Institutions. He is presently a Senior Professor and Dean, Alumni Relations at BITS, Pilani. Prior to this, he served as Director between 2014-2016 at Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management, New Delhi. He has published more than 70 research papers in reputed international and national journals and has guided 9 Ph.D. candidates. He has authored/co-authored four books in the areas of Entrepreneurship, General Management, and Ethics in Management.

He has successfully completed “Workshop on Technology Entrepreneurship Education - Theory and Practice” organised by Lester Centre for Entrepreneurship, Berkeley, Indo U.S. Science & Technology Forum, DST, Govt. of India and Intel; Entrepreneurship Educators Course (EEC) jointly organised by STVP, Stanford University, IIM Bangalore and National Entrepreneurship Network (NEN); Goldman Sach 10,000 Women Programme: Tools for Growing your Business organised by NEN in collaboration with London Business School; and Accelerated Commercialisation of Technology Innovation organized by Venture Centre, NCL, Innovation Park in association with Accelerator India, Cambridge University.

He is a member of the National Entrepreneurship Network (NEN) India Faculty Advisory Board and an expert member of the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), Department of Biotechnology, Government of India. He has been honoured with PIMR Life Time Achievement Award by the Prestige Institute of Management & Research, Indore in 2022; the Distinguished Faculty Award in recognition and appreciation of his dedication, interest, enthusiasm, and attitude in accomplishing his assigned mission of teaching by BITSAA International in 2011, Global Excellence Award for Outstanding Contribution to Management Education - 2012 by Management Teachers Consortium (MTC) and Entrepreneurship Educator and Mentor Special Jury Award for promotion of Entrepreneurship Education by National Entrepreneurship Network in collaboration with Ministry of Skill and Entrepreneurship Development, British Council and Intel in 2015.

Prof. (Dr.) N.D. Mathur, President, Vivekananda Global University, Jaipur is a visionary academic leader and seasoned educator with an illustrious career spanning 47 years. He brings a wealth of experience from his extensive teaching and administrative roles across various prestigious institutions.

Prior to joining VGU, Prof. Mathur was the Dean, Jaipur School of Economics (Oct 2022 - Nov 2024) and School of Humanities and Social Sciences at JECRC University, Jaipur, from October 2021 to November 2024. Before that, he held the position of Professor of Economics and Director, School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Manipal University, Jaipur, from October 2016 to October 2021. Prof. Mathur has been a Senior Professor in the Department of Economic Administration and Financial Management at the University of Rajasthan, Jaipur. In addition to his teaching contributions, he has held prominent administrative roles, including Director, University Five-Year Law College and Director, Administrative Services Pre-Training Centre (APTC) at the same university.

He is a valued member of the UGC Committee responsible for evaluating the 2(f) status of universities and has also contributed as a member of the UGC Committee for the North East Scholarship Scheme - ISHAN UDAY. Prof. Mathur stands out as one of the rare academicians to achieve full Professorship in three distinct disciplines: Economics, Commerce, and Management. Furthermore, he is a very Senior Assessor for the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), playing a critical role in ensuring quality standards in higher education. Prof. Mathur is an academician par excellence and has justified various academic and administrative positions viz. Dean, Faculty of Management at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), Jammu and Kashmir, from July 2005 to June 2007, and at the Central University of Rajasthan, Kishangarh, from July 2010 to July 2011. He was a member of the Rajasthan University Syndicate (2015) and the University Senate. He has also held prominent positions as the Director, UGC Academic Staff College and the University Central Library, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur.

Prof. Mathur is an interdisciplinary expert with extensive expertise in economics, commerce, management, academic and administrative training, and coaching. He has an impressive academic record, with approximately 70 research papers published in reputed journals, including SCOPUS-indexed publications. Under his guidance, 36 students have successfully completed their Ph.D. and post-doctoral degrees. Over the past two decades, Prof. Mathur has delivered around 3,000 special lectures as a Keynote Speaker, Chairperson, Resource Person, or Guest of Honour, showcasing his influence as a thought leader. A prolific author, he has written seven textbooks and contributed to 20 reference and edited books in the fields of commerce, management, and training.

Renowned for his expertise in academic training, Prof. Mathur specializes in soft skills training for trainers and is a frequent contributor to various UGC HRD Centres across the country. Beloved by his students for his engaging teaching style, Prof. Mathur’s oratory skills and humorous, participative approach to teaching make him an inspiring and effective educator.

Prof. Mathur is a Board Member and Academic Consultant (Projects) at Wamula International, a renowned research-based NGO in Bulimbo, Kenya. In recognition of his outstanding contributions to academic research in Economic Development, Prof. Mathur was conferred with the National Excellence Award by the National Human Rights Organization in March 2021. He is also the recipient of the prestigious Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam National Award in 2021. In addition, Prof. Mathur was awarded the Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Award, a Lifetime Achievement Award conferred by Swarna Bharat Pariwar, on Teacher's Day in 2021. He was further recognized with the Award for Excellence in Education on Teacher's Day 2022 by Simply Jaipur. Most recently, in 2023, Prof. Mathur received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the INSPIRA Research Association, a highly esteemed research organization in the country, in recognition of his exceptional contributions to education and research.

Professor Sandeep Sancheti is an Institution Builder, Policy Planner, and Regular Columnist on various academic policies. He holds a Ph.D from Queens University of Belfast UK, an M.Sc. (Engg.) from DTU Delhi, and a B.Tech from NIT Warangal.

He is currently the Vice President - Research Relations & Academic Ambassador, at Elsevier India. He is also serving/served many professional bodies like FICCI, CII, EPSI, IUCEE, NAAC, DST, CSIR, DRDO, TEQIP, AIU, AIM, ACU, ANZIBC, IISF, CIPU, SPIC MACAY, etc. in different capacities.

He was a member of the Court & Council of IISc Bangalore as well as a member of the Board/Senate of many other academic institutions. In addition, he is/was on various national-level committees of MHRD/MOE, UGC, AICTE, and AIU for education-related matters and has been a part of several Indian delegations abroad. He was also invited to address the Members of Parliament, Govt. of India on educational matters.

Formerly Dr. Sancheti headed seven NITs viz. NITK Surathkal, NIT Trichy, NIT Calicut, NIT Delhi, and SPA Delhi (all institutions of national importance) as Director. He has also led self-financed institutions like Manipal University Jaipur as President, SRMIST Chennai as Vice-Chancellor, and Marwadi University Rajkot as Provost. He is a recipient of the Commonwealth Scholarship & Fellowship under the Colombo Plan and was a Visiting Faculty at the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) Bangkok. He is the Past President of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) New Delhi and the Executive Council Member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) London.