UTTARAKHAND – Prof. Kamal K. Pande, a distinguished academician from Uttarakhand, India and former Registrar of Kumaun University and Director of Higher Education, has been appointed as a member of the Advisory Committee of the Centre for Policy Research and Governance (CPRG), New Delhi.
Renowned for his scholarly contributions, including the book “Uchcha Shiksha Mein Chhatron ka Satat Kalyan: Samuhik Uttardayitva” (Continuous Student Welfare in Higher Education: A Collective Responsibility), Prof. Pande is celebrated for his visionary work in advancing education, student welfare, and institutional leadership. With this appointment, he brings decades of expertise in education and policy-making to CPRG’s national platform.
The CPRG, headquartered at Mandi House, New Delhi, is a leading policy think tank engaged in education, governance, economy, social development, environment, regional development, and science and technology. It connects experts, scholars, and policymakers while also nurturing young talent through fellowships, mentorship, and capacity-building initiatives.
Welcoming him to the committee, Dr. Ramanand, Director of CPRG, remarked: “The inclusion of a seasoned educationist and policy expert like Prof. Pande will undoubtedly enhance the quality and impact of our work. His vision and guidance will bring new depth, direction, and energy to our research and governance initiatives.”
Prof. Pande’s induction into CPRG marks a significant moment in bridging educational vision with policy innovation at the national level.