Principal

Dr. Suman Rajendrasingh Lokhande

Principal, Matoshri Gurubasavva Kalyanshetti College, Akkalkot

An Academic Leader with Vision

Dr. Suman Rajendrasingh Lokhande, an accomplished academician and dedicated leader, currently serves as the Principal of Matoshri Gurubasavva Kalyanshetti College, Akkalkot, under the management of Maharshi Vivekanand Social Welfare Institute.

“Her journey from Professor to Principal reflects her dedication, academic excellence, and commitment to empowering students through quality education.”

Academic Journey

She began her career as Professor of Microbiology at Shri Shivaji Mahavidyalaya, Barshi, where she made remarkable contributions in teaching, research, and academic leadership. She holds a Ph.D. in Microbiology with her research on: “Studies on Antibiotic Resistance of Klebsiella Pneumoniae Isolated from Clinical Samples.” Her work is widely published in national and international journals.

Roles & Contributions

Professor of Microbiology, Shri Shivaji Mahavidyalaya, Barshi

Chairperson, Alumni Association – strengthened alumni network

Guided students, many now excelling in medicine & research globally

Selected as Principal through university-appointed expert committee

Inspiration

Coming from a family rooted in India’s freedom struggle, her father Shri Dattatraya Jadhav actively participated in the independence movement and was imprisoned in Yerwada Jail, Pune. These values of resilience and service inspired Dr. Lokhande’s dedication to education and society.

Vision for the College

Bring positive transformation in the lives of rural and border-area students.
Align with National Education Policy (NEP) by introducing skill-based courses.
Ensure graduates gain meaningful employment opportunities.

Commitment

With a passion for teaching and institution building, Dr. Lokhande continues to lead the college toward holistic student development, academic excellence, and social responsibility.