Prof. (Dr.) Sudhindra Nath Panda

Prof. Sudhindra Nath Panda, the Vice-Chancellor of C. V. Raman Global University, is a distinguished academician and prominent researcher specializing in Land and Water Resources Engineering. With over four decades of experience, he has significantly shaped technical education, research, and continuing education programs in India. Prof. Panda holds a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering from Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT) and M.Tech. and Ph.D. degrees in Soil & Water Engineering from Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). His outstanding contributions span various esteemed institutions including IIT Kharagpur, PAU Ludhiana, and SRM University-AP. Prof. Panda’s research in “Integrated Land and Water Resources Systems Planning and Management” and “Rainwater Conservation and Reuse for Climate Resilient Rainfed Agriculture” has garnered global recognition. He has led numerous national and international research projects, facilitating collaborations with countries like Germany, Japan, and Canada. Prof. Panda’s leadership extends to organizational development and academic initiatives, earning him prestigious awards and fellowships in recognition of his significant contributions to academia and scientific research.