Leadership
Messages from the Leadership
Secretary’s Message
Shri. Nitin R. Rathod
At Vasantrao Naik Mahavidyalaya (Autonomous), recognized by UGC and Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, we are committed to making education a powerful instrument of social transformation, nurturing responsible, compassionate, and future-ready citizens rooted in empathy, inclusivity, and strong values. Together with our dedicated Principal and staff, we assure students and parents of our unwavering commitment to excellence, transparency, and the holistic development of every student for the betterment of our Nation.
Shri. Nitin R. Rathod
Secretary, Vasantrao Naik Shikshan Prasarak Mandal,
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Principal’s Message
Dr. Sanjeev M. Reddy
At Vasantrao Naik Mahavidyalaya (Autonomous), we believe that education is not merely the transfer of knowledge — it is the awakening of the mind, the nurturing of character, and the empowerment of every student to meet the challenges of tomorrow. Our autonomous status allows us to craft academic experiences that are both globally relevant and rooted in the values of our culture.
Dr. Sanjeev M. Reddy
Principal, Vasantrao Naik Mahavidyalaya Autonomous College
दुरितांचे तिमिर जावो
— College Motto · Let the darkness be expelled from the lives of the downtrodden
6
Mission Pillars
7
Objectives
2026
Autonomy Year
Section I
Our Vision
Our Vision Statement
“To develop globally competent, ethical, and responsible citizens through quality higher education and innovative research, to emerge as a leading national center that nurtures students’ physical and emotional health for holistic development.”
Global Competence
Innovative Research
Ethics & Values
Physical & Mental Health
Physical Education, Yoga & Sports
Global Competence
Innovative Research
Ethics & Values
Physical & Mental Health
Physical Education, Yoga & Sports
Section II
Our Mission
Academic Excellence
Implementing a world-class, flexible, and industry-oriented curriculum.
Skill Development
Fostering global competencies among students through practical and experiential skills with the use of technology for entrepreneurship and employment.
Sports & Health Culture
Encouraging a healthy lifestyle by implementing advanced degree programs in Physical Education, Yoga, and Sports.
Research Culture
Cultivating a passion for research among faculty and students.
Ethics & Value Education
Fostering social awareness and human values.
Inclusive Education
Providing quality education to rural and marginalized students.
Section III
Our Objectives
Continual modernization of the curriculum by effectively utilizing autonomous status.
Consistently elevate insituational performance as per national educational and other regulatory standards.
Bringing transparency in teaching, learning and evaluation through digital tools for effective implementation of ABC mechanism.
Creating placement opportunities through MOUs with eminent institutions and industries.
Organizing cultural, sports, and skill-based activities for holistic student development.
To create awareness and observe adherence with the key principles like trust, people first, fairness and equity, accountability of AI governance.
To integrate interdisciplinary principles of science and technology, to discover, analyze and optimize therapeutic agents for human well-being.
To incorporate studies enhancing guest centric businesses, connection of multiple entities in supply chain operations and financial technology in business.