About

Accomplished political science academic with a Ph.D. and six years of combined teaching, research, and academic administration experience. Currently serving as Assistant Professor at NIILM University, having previously held faculty and leadership roles at IEC University, including In-Charge Dean of Postgraduate Studies and Research. Edited 3 books, published 24+ research articles and 11+ book chapters, and delivered 18+ conference papers across national and international forums, and completed 13+ Faculty Development Programmes and workshops. Successfully guided 3 Ph.D. scholars to completion while mentoring an additional scholars currently in progress. Recognized for strong institutional leadership, academic integrity oversight, and early adoption of AI tools to strengthen research and teaching outcomes. 

Professional Activities

Administrative & Leadership Roles:

• Superintendent of Examinations, NIILM University, Kaithal, Haryana (ESE Examinations, June 2026)
• In-Charge Dean, Postgraduate Studies and Research, IEC University, Baddi, HP (Jul 2024 – Jul 2025)
• Deputy Dean, Postgraduate Studies and Research, IEC University, Baddi, HP (Dec 2023 – Jul 2024)
• Research Coordinator, School of Humanities & Social Sciences, IEC University (Jan 2022 – Dec 2023)
• Committee Member, University Research Cell, NSS Committee, and Anti-Ragging Committee, IEC University

Conference & Seminar Presentations (Selected):

• "The Silent Strain: Mental Health and Burnout in Private Higher Education," Multi-Disciplinary National Conference, ICSSR Western Regional Centre, Mumbai (Jan 30, 2026)
• "India and the United Nations: A Strong Partnership for Global Peace and Development," ICSSR-Sponsored National Seminar, Alagappa University (Dec 14–15, 2023)
• "Comparative Study of Social Security in India," UGC-Sponsored National Conference, Annamalai University (Mar 19–20, 2015)
• "Study of Women Exploitation in India with Special Reference to Jammu and Kashmir," ICSSR-Sponsored National Conference, Annamalai University (Mar 20–21, 2015)
• "Transgender in India: Their Rights and Problems," ICSSR (New Delhi)-Sponsored International Conference, Annamalai University (Mar 26–28, 2015)
• "Dowry System: A Major Violation Against Women Rights in India," UGC-Sponsored National Seminar, Annamalai University (Sep 30–Oct 1, 2016)
• "Human Rights Education in India: Importance and Present Status," UGC-Sponsored National Seminar, Annamalai University (Feb 22–23, 2017)
• "A Strategic Approach for Biodiversity Conservation," UGC-Sponsored National Seminar, Annamalai University (Feb 22–23, 2017)
• "Role of Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah in Promoting Women Education in Jammu & Kashmir," ICSSR (New Delhi)-Sponsored National Seminar, Annamalai University (Mar 30–31, 2017)
• "Indo-Japanese Reminiscence and Renaissance," ICWA-Sponsored International Conference, Kongu Engineering College, Erode (Mar 30–31, 2017)
• "Role of Psychology in the Society," International Seminar, S.V. University, Tirupati (Sep 25–26, 2017)
• "Influence of Society on Education," 43rd All India Conference, Indian Sociological Society, University of Lucknow (Nov 9–12, 2017)
• "Gender Equality and Women Empowerment," 15th Annual Conference, IASSH, National Institute of Rural Development, Hyderabad (Nov 16–18, 2017)
• "LGBT Rights in India," National Seminar, Annamalai University (Aug 23–25, 2018)
• "An Empirical Study on Social Media Addiction Among University Students," ICSSR-Sponsored National Seminar, Annamalai University (Sep 6–7, 2019)
• "Good Governance: Initiatives of Good Governance in India," ICSSR-Sponsored National Seminar, Sri Guru Gobind Singh College, Chandigarh (May 4, 2022)
• Delivered lecture, Workshop on Human Values and Ethics, IEC University (Jan 10–14, 2022)
• Resource Person, five-day Workshop on Human Values and Ethics, IEC University (Jan 10–14, 2022)

Extracurricular Involvement:

• Participated in case study and debate competitions
• Contributed to organizing national and international seminars and conferences

Professional Development Activities

Faculty Development Programmes & Workshops:

• Five-Day Online FDP, "Redefining Education: Technology, Research and Human Values," IQAC & Dept. of English, Shri Krishnaswamy College for Women, Chennai (Jun 15–19, 2026)
• Seven-Day STC/FDP, "National Education Policy Integration," MMTTC & Dept. of Education, DDU Gorakhpur University (May 7–13, 2026)
• Nine-Day UGC MM-TTP NEP 2020 Orientation & Sensitization Programme, MMTTC, Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla (May 23–31, 2025)
• 10-Day Capacity Building Programme, "GenAI for Excellence in Higher Education and Research," SFIMAR, ICSSR Western Regional Council (Feb 10–21, 2025)
• UGC STRIDE-Sponsored Five-Day Training Programme, "Environmental Sustainability and Research Ethics," Avinashilingam Institute (Mar 28–Apr 1, 2022)
• One-Week FDP, "Current Trends in Information Technology," Nehru Arts and Science College, Coimbatore (Feb 2–9, 2022)
• Seven-Day National FDP, "Investor Education," Saraddha Academy for Financial Education & Rathinam College, Coimbatore (Jan 17–23, 2022)
• Seven-Day International Workshop on Research and Methodology (Woram-2020), Eudoxia Research Centre, India (Apr 5–11, 2020)
• One-Week UGC-Sponsored Workshop, "Research Methodology," Dept. of Economics, Annamalai University (Mar 24–31, 2016)
• UGC-Sponsored Multi-Disciplinary Workshop, "Human Rights: Education, Teaching and Training," Annamalai University (Mar 2–8, 2017)
• UGC-Sponsored Workshop, "Research Methodology," Dept. of Economics, Annamalai University (Jan 6–9, 2015)

Online Courses Completed:

• "Competitive Strategic Advantage in Management," Dept. of Business Administration, Annamalai University (May 13–19, 2020)
• "An Introduction to Fundamental Rights and Duties," Dept. of Political Science & Public Administration, Annamalai University (May 11–21, 2020)
• "Human Rights Education for Women," Dept. of Political Science & Public Administration, Annamalai University (May 11–21, 2020)
• "Covid-19 Economics," Dept. of Economics, Annamalai University (May 22–31, 2020)
• "No More Struggles on Your Research," FDP, Dept. of Computer Science (Jun 4, 2020)

Books/ Patents/ Projects

Books & Edited Volumes:

1. Advancing Management: Strategies for Organizational Success. National Press Associates (NPA), New Delhi (2026). ISBN: 978-93-7343-178-9.
2. Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam: India as a Phenomenon. Inkstapress, Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu (2023). ISBN: 978-81-959382-8-5.
3. Artificial Intelligence in Hospitality and Tourism. Accepted for publication by Apple Academic Press (Taylor & Francis Group); expected October 2026. (Scopus-indexed.)
4. Sustainable Futures: Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Urban Equity, Economy, and Environment. Book proposal submitted to a Scopus-indexed publisher; currently under review.

Patents / Copyrights:

• Granted national copyright (Reg. No. L-149782/2024, dated 25/06/2024) for "Introduction to AI in the Hospitality Industry"

Professional Affiliations:

Qualifications: Ph.D

Work Experience: 6 Years

Research Interest: Political Theory , International Relations , Human Rights, Indian Government and Politics, Democracy and Governance, Electoral Politics and Political Participation