Dr. Meghendra Sharma
(Ph.D., M.Sc., FBS, FICA, B.Ed., LL.B.)
Secretary, Vigyan Bharati (VIBHA), Rajasthan | National Coordinator, Student Innovation Festival, IISF

Dr. Meghendra Sharma is an eminent scientist, academic administrator, and science outreach leader with expertise in Botany, Environmental Science, Remote Sensing, GIS, Satellite Communication, and Project Management. He serves as Secretary of Vigyan Bharati (VIBHA), Rajasthan, and National Coordinator of the Student Innovation Festival under the India International Science Festival (IISF), promoting innovation and scientific temper among youth. His distinguished qualifications include Ph.D., M.Sc., B.Ed., LL.B., FBS, and FICA. His doctoral research on "Ethno Medicine and Pharmacognostical Studies of Some Medicinal Plants" reflects his expertise in traditional knowledge systems. Dr. Sharma served as Research Officer at the State Remote Sensing Application Centre and Project Officer (SATCOM) with the Government of Rajasthan, implementing projects in remote sensing, GIS, environmental monitoring, and e-governance. He has advised numerous prestigious institutions including CSIR-CEERI, MNIT Jaipur, NITTTR, and various universities. He has authored 15 research papers and received the Departmental E-Governance Award from the Government of Rajasthan. A Life Member of ISCA, INCA, and other scientific bodies, he continues to inspire students and researchers through science popularization and innovation promotion.

Prof. (Dr.) Sumit Kumar Gupta
Ex. Dean Academic Affairs | Academic Leader | Scientist | AI & Materials Science Researcher

Prof. (Dr.) Sumit Kumar Gupta is an internationally acclaimed academic leader with over 21 years of excellence in higher education, research, and institutional leadership. With expertise in Materials Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Physics, and Engineering, he works at the convergence of advanced materials and intelligent systems. As Former Dean Academic Affairs, he has led academic administration, policy formulation, quality assurance, and accreditation. His exceptional qualifications include Ph.D. in Materials Science, Ph.D. in AI & Data Science, M.Tech., M.Sc., M.Phil., and B.Ed. He has over 45 publications in SCI/Scopus journals covering AI, Machine Learning, Nanotechnology, Renewable Energy, IoT, and Healthcare AI. He has filed 50 registered patents in India, Canada, UK, and Germany. He has supervised 16 Ph.D. scholars and serves as External Thesis Evaluator for Cairo University, Egypt. He has participated in 75+ international conferences and delivered 16 keynote lectures. He is Editorial Board Member of 31 journals and an Elected Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry, London. His honors include World Top Scientist Award (2024), Best Dean of the Year, Lifetime Achievement Award, and Best Senior Scientist Award. He serves as NAAC Assessor and IIT-JEE Physics Subject Expert. His leadership philosophy: "Education empowers minds, research transforms societies, and innovation builds the future."

Prof. (Dr.) Mukesh Kumar Sharma 'Bhatt'
Professor and Head, St. Wilfred's P.G. (Autonomous) College, Jaipur

Dr. Mukesh Kumar Sharma is an Indian geographer, researcher, education administrator, and traditional Bhatt Pansari (herbal medicine expert). Born on April 29, 1977, in Khetri, Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan, he serves as Professor and Head of Geography at St. Wilfred's P.G. Autonomous College, Jaipur. Growing up in a family of traditional Pansaris, he learned to identify medicinal plants like turmeric, ginger, triphala, and ashwagandha from childhood. He earned his M.A./M.Sc. in Geography from the University of Rajasthan and completed his Ph.D. in 2006 on "Applied Phytogeography of Medicinal Plants of Shekhawati Region." With over 25 years of teaching and 15 years of administrative experience, he has served as Lecturer, Principal, and Head of Department across Rajasthan. He has published over 135 research papers and 72 books on geography, medicinal plants, and sustainable development. He holds two international patents (South Africa and Germany) and two world records: The World's Thickest Book and The World's Longest Research Paper. He has presented at international conferences in Egypt, USA, Kenya, and Italy. He serves as IGNOU and PTET Observer, Center Superintendent, and Flying Squad Member. He remains an active Pansari, treating patients through herbs and conducting rural workshops on Ayurvedic principles. His social philosophy is "Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah" (May all beings be happy). His life exemplifies the harmonious integration of tradition and modernity, knowledge and service.