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Beant Singh State Technical University Gurdaspur gets new VC
IIM Bangalore alumni Dr SK Mishra joined as VC Sardar Beant Singh State Technical University Gurdaspur
Babushahi Bureau
Gurdaspur (Punjab), May 26, 2025: Eminent academician & administrator Dr. SK Mishra, IIM Bangalore alumni, officially assumed charge as the Vice Chancellor of Sardar Beant Singh State University (SBSSU), Gurdaspur, today.
Prior to this appointment, Dr. Mishra served with distinction as the Registrar of IK Gujral Punjab Technical University (IKGPTU), Kapurthala.
In his first interaction with staff, Dr. Mishra expressed heartfelt gratitude to the HE Governor of Punjab & Chancellor of University Sh Gulab Chand Kataria ji, Government of Punjab, especially Hon'ble Chief Minister Sh. Bhagwant Mann Ji and Hon'ble Minister Technical Education Sh. Harjot Singh Bains, for entrusting him with this prestigious responsibility.
Sharing his vision for the university, Dr. Mishra emphasized transforming SBSSU into a model institution of higher education in Punjab, with aspirations to position it prominently at both the national and international levels. He encouraged all Heads of Departments, Deans, and departmental in-charges to actively pursue research, innovation, and startup initiatives to enhance the employability of students.
Dr. Mishra highlighted the importance of information technology based working environment to promote paperless operations, thereby increasing administrative efficiency. He affirmed his commitment to operate strictly in accordance with university rules and regulations.
He also urged faculty members to pursue state and central government-funded research projects and consultancy opportunities. Looking beyond engineering, Dr. Mishra expressed a desire to introduce new programs in disciplines such as pharmacy, law, and other emerging fields.
One of the key targets set by the new Vice Chancellor is to expand the student strength from the current 3,000 to 10,000 in the coming years. He also directed the Dean Academics to take proactive steps towards securing UGC 12(B) status and NBA accreditation, ensuring the university meets high academic and institutional standards.
Dr. Mishra's dynamic leadership and progressive vision are expected to usher in a new era of academic excellence and institutional growth at SBSSU.