Speakers

Dr Kishan Narayankhedkar is a distinguished academic leader, education strategist, and mentor with a career dedicated to advancing excellence in higher and technical education. He has served as Dean at IIT Bombay and Director of Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (VJTI), Mumbai, playing a pivotal role in strengthening academic governance, institutional development, and innovation-driven learning.

A respected leader in India’s education ecosystem, Dr. Narayankhedkar has guided universities, mentored educators and industry professionals, and contributed as a board member and education consultant. His work bridges academia, research, industry, and policy, fostering future-ready talent and sustainable institutional growth. He continues to champion quality, ethical leadership, and transformative education while empowering the next generation of innovators and leaders.