Prof. (Dr.) Vinayak Shridhar Deshpande, Vice-Chancellor of G H Raisoni University, Amravati, brings 37 years of rich teaching experience, including 12 as a Professor. He has held key administrative positions such as Pro Vice-Chancellor, Officiating Pro Vice-Chancellor, and Acting Vice-Chancellor at RTM Nagpur University, where he also led the Department of Business Management. A dedicated academician, Dr. Deshpande has guided 32 Ph.D. scholars and contributed extensively to research, publications, and projects, including involvement in UGC’s STRIDE program. He has served as Editor-in-Chief of ‘ARTHSAMVAD’ and holds memberships in prominent academic associations, including the All India Economic Association. His leadership, mentorship, and commitment to advancing education and research make him a distinguished figure in academia.