Equal Opportunity Cell

Welcome to Avasar Samanta Ke Sath- Equal Opportunity Cell

In response to the UGC’s XII Plan on Guidelines for Scheme of Equal Opportunity Centre for Colleges and Guidelines for Equitable Opportunity to the Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Groups (SEDGs) in HEIs, Vishwakarma University has set up the Equal Opportunity Centre (EOC) “to oversee the effective implementation of policies and programmes for disadvantaged groups, to provide guidance and counselling with respect to academic, financial, social and other matters and to enhance the diversity within the campus.” The Cell also in accordance with India’s commitment to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG-4 (quality education), SDG-5 (gender equality), SDG-1 (no poverty), and SDG-8 (decent work and economic growth). Equal Opportunity Cell (EOC) addresses the needs of socio-economically disadvantaged groups (SEDGs), as emphasized in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

Vision

To ensure inclusive access and increased participation of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Groups (SEDGs).

Mission

Cultivate a culture of empowerment for students from socio-economically disadvantaged groups
Establish knowledge and provide awareness on issues related to equal opportunity
Provide assistance for weaker groups of students to avail of all permissible scholarships, financial aid, other facilities .
Prevent discrimination of all sorts within the university

Objective

Improving equitable access to quality education for socio-economically disadvantaged groups
Extending and ensuring basic facilities and amenities to socio-economically disadvantaged groups for inclusive, healthy, safe, and secure environments on campuses
To act with a purpose of sensitization of all stakeholders, policy implementation, monitoring, equalizing access to inclusive quality higher education, ensuring respectful dignity, promoting egalitarian and constitutional values, and grievance redressal in the University.

Inauguration of Avasar Samanta Ke Sath- Equal Opportunity Cell

We are excited to announce the inauguration of Equal Opportunity Cell. The inauguration ceremony marked a significant milestone in promoting diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunities within the University. Mr. Mahesh Zagade, Rtd IAS officer, Former Principal Secretary to the Government of Maharashtra inaugurate the Equal Opportunity Cell, “Avasar”. The programme started with a poster presentation and the participants engaged in a vibrant poster presentation competition, showcasing their creativity and insights on pertinent topics of “Breaking the Glass Ceiling”. A symbolic moment occurred with the unveiling of the official Logo establishment of the “Avasar”. Moving forward, it is a new chapter in promoting diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunities within the University.

Our Team

Sr. No.	Name	Designation	Role
1	Dr. Nazia Wahid	Director	Chairperson
2	Prof. Vijaya Hake	Liaison Officer of Equal Opportunity Cell	Member
3	Prof. Reena Pandey	In charge of the Internal Complaint Committee	Member
4	Prof. (Dr.) Chetan Kapadnis	Director of IQAC	Member
5	Prof. Karithika Dewan	Women Representative	Member
6	Ms. Shravani Pendse	Students Representative	Member
7	Prof. Shruti Das	Faculty Representative	Member
8	Prof. Noshir Tarapore	Faculty Representative	Member
9	Dr. M. Parameswaran	Faculty Representative	Member
10	Prof. Lida Sajímon	Faculty Representative	Member
11	Mr. Ajay Shigwan	Deputy Registrar	Member Secretary

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