Prof. (Dr.) Bhagwati Prasad Saraswat currently serves as the Vice Chancellor of the University of Kota, Rajasthan bringing with him a distinguished legacy of over 38 years in academia, leadership, and social engagement.
A stalwart of education and institution-building, Prof. Saraswat spent a major part of his illustrious career at Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati University, Ajmer, where served as the Dean, Faculty of Commerce, and as founder Director of the Centre for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management (CESBM).This flagship centre became a beacon of innovation and enterprise, nurturing generations of entrepreneurs who continue to shape the economic landscape of the region.
Deeply rooted in community service, Prof. Saraswat is not just an academician but a passionate social contributor, known for his hands-on involvement in public good initiatives. His academic brilliance is matched by his commitment to public service earning him nominations to numerous state and national-level academic and administrative bodies, where he continues to influence policy, curriculum, and youth development.
With a rare blend of visionary leadership, scholarly rigour, and humanistic values, Prof. Saraswat remains an inspiration to educators, students, and changemakers alike.