Manali Kshirsagar has been appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU), becoming the first woman to lead the institution in its 100-year history. Her appointment marks a landmark moment for the university and reinforces the growing focus on inclusive leadership within higher education.
Kshirsagar’s academic and administrative experience positions her to drive the next phase of growth for the university. Her leadership is expected to advance academic reforms, strengthen governance mechanisms, and accelerate the adoption of digital learning tools across departments.
The appointment also reflects RTMNU’s commitment to modernising its education ecosystem, improving research capacity, and enhancing student-centric initiatives.
As she steps into this historic role, Manali Kshirsagar is poised to guide long-term institutional development and support the university’s efforts to elevate its academic standing at the regional and national levels.
