Dr. Mahendra Prasad Singh is the Principal at Priyadarshini College of Engineering Nagpur. The Institute achieved the highest accreditation from AICTE, NBA, and University under his leadership. He is an approved Ph.D. Supervisor & 14 scholars have completed and 7 scholars are pursuing Ph.D. under his guidance. He has 1 textbook, 76 research publications,3 patents, various grants, and prestigious awards to his credits.

Priyadarshini College of Engineering

What are the key factors that keep you connected with the education sector?

“An interest in Managing people, data and processes in the education sector”

Multiple key factors keep me connected with the educational sector. 

  • A vision for Shaping academic success for all students through quality education.
  • Creating a climate for effective education.
  • Cultivating leadership in others.

What is your philosophy of leadership?

“Diligence, tenacity, & two-way communication are essential qualities in an inspirational leader”

Effective leadership begins with extensive knowledge of the instructional environment: individual student needs, strengths, and weaknesses of staff members, aspects of the instructional programs, student data, and schedules.

I am diligent in the sense that I follow Institute policy and lead by example. When it comes to tenacity in leadership, I am a consistent source of help and information to my other team members. I believe I lead effectively by showing others respect regardless of their position or title.

How do you strategize about the marketing and administration of your College?

“A strong ad campaign coupled with strategic interactions with industry individuals”

  • Strong Interaction with all stakeholders students, parents, etc. 
  • Using small promotional videos
  • Strong connection with Alumni of the institute.
  • Use of social media like Newspapers, WhatsApp groups, Facebook, Instagram, etc.

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How does the curriculum of your College ensure the best practice of the industry?

“Building academically excellent & professionally groomed students to assume leadership roles”

  • The curriculum for individual courses has been designed by a perfect blend of inputs from renowned academicians and industry experts. 
  • The focus of the curriculum is on employability in Central and State Governments, public sector, private sector, corporate sector, major agro-based industries, and its related agencies in the national sphere. 
  • Syllabuses are revised based on recent advances in technology and are included in the curriculum. The obsolete topics are updated with the latest topics which include recent techniques developed through research and adopted by the industry.

What do you think should be the College’s top priority over the next 10 years?

“Emphasis on conceptual understanding & practice-based education rather than rote learning”

  • Recognizing, identifying, and fostering the unique capabilities of each student, by sensitizing teachers as well as parents to promote each student’s holistic development in both academic and non-academic spheres. 
  • Multidisciplinary and a holistic education across the sciences, social sciences, arts, humanities, and sports for a multidisciplinary world.
  • Creativity and critical thinking to encourage logical decision-making and innovation; 
  • Extensive use of technology in teaching and learning, removing language barriers, increasing access for Divyang students, and educational planning and management; 
  • Continuous review of progress based on sustained research and regular assessment by educational experts.

What do you see as your college’s greatest strengths?

“Intellectual human capital is our strength which keeps us moving ahead”

  • Accreditation by Various Agencies of Repute like NAAC, NBA, TCS, State Govt, etc.
  • AICTE – CII Reckoning for partnership between Technical Institute and Industry. Placed in the Platinum category in AICTE-CII Survey-2019.
  • Innovative, inclusive, and results-focused teaching
  • The culture of research and development is our major strength which brought us many laurels in terms of patents, paper publications, sponsored projects, Consultancy.
  • A very meaningful and actionable Memorandum Of Understanding with various industry partners for academics, training, and placements. 

Any suggestions you would like to give to the current youth and the aspiring student?

“Learn from the failures to keep moving forward, & work hard to achieve your dreams”

  • Think Different: Try and explore new ideas without bringing your old ideas along for the ride. Never reject ideas just because you will not agree with them.
  • Have Fun: Remember your learning won’t all come from your books and professors. You will constantly need to remind yourself about the importance of having a good balance in your life.
  • Practice the art of asking good questions: Asking the really good questions is more important. It starts with being a good listener.
  • Be curious about everything: This is where the good questions are needed. This is also a key source for your learning.
  • Be a never-ending Reader: Get your mind exploring; reading will be an important source of your lifetime learning.
  • Wear your enthusiasm and passion: Show how you feel. Your attitude and emotions are the first signs to others of who you are and how you are made.

How do you tend to establish a healthy relation and environment in your institute?

“Effective student support system along with a dynamic mentoring scheme”

Improving Students' Relationships with Teachers to Provide Essential Supports for Learning helps us maintain an equilibrium in our institute.

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