Prof. Olive Peacock was an eminent scholar and academician associated with the Centre of South Asia Study, University of Rajasthan. She made significant contributions to the fields of South Asian studies and political science through her teaching, research, and scholarly mentorship.

Prof. Peacock completed her B.A. from Maharani College, University of Rajasthan, and M.A. in Political Science from the Department of Political Science, University of Rajasthan, where she was also awarded a UGC Fellowship. Her strong academic foundation and commitment to rigorous scholarship shaped a distinguished career in higher education.

She authored two scholarly books and edited many books and published more than 20 research papers in reputed national and international journals. Her academic work reflected deep engagement with South Asian political, social, and regional studies, contributing meaningfully to contemporary academic discourse.

Beyond publications, Prof. Peacock played a vital role in research supervision, guiding and mentoring numerous scholars who went on to contribute to academia and public life. She was also actively involved in international academic assignments and collaborations, representing Indian scholarship abroad and strengthening global academic linkages.

Prof. Olive Peacock’s contribution to academics lies in her multidimensional role as a teacher, researcher, mentor, and international academic collaborator. She helped strengthen South Asian studies at the University of Rajasthan, promoted critical and interdisciplinary perspectives, and nurtured generations of students and researchers. Her scholarly rigor, commitment to academic excellence, and dedication to mentoring have left a lasting imprint on the academic community and continue to inspire scholars in the field.

Dr. Subhasis Bhadra is a Professor of Psychiatric Social Work and Head of the Department of Psychosocial Support in Disaster Management at NIMHANS, Bengaluru. He holds an MSW from Vidyasagar University, West Bengal, and an M.Phil. and Ph.D. in Psychiatric Social Work from NIMHANS.

Beginning his professional journey in 2001 with OXFAM–India during the Gujarat earthquake rehabilitation, Dr. Bhadra has since worked extensively across disaster-affected regions in India and Asia, collaborating with organizations such as CARE India, American Red Cross, Action Aid, International Medical Corps, and the International Federation of Red Cross. His work strongly emphasizes psychosocial support, disaster mental health, and gender-equity-focused interventions.

He has held teaching positions since 2009 at Assam Central University, Gautam Buddha University (Greater Noida), and the Central University of Rajasthan. Currently, he also serves as a Consultant with ECHO India on a Gender Equity pilot project in schools. Dr. Bhadra has contributed to national policy and curriculum development through NIDM, including the Foundation Course on Disaster Management.

An accomplished academic and researcher, he has supervised 06 Ph.D. scholars and authored 52 academic articles, 53 book chapters, and 3 books (including one edited volume). His research interests span peacebuilding, psychosocial support, disaster and child mental health, gender justice, and sustainable development.

Dr. RAJEEV M.M  (MA, MSW, Ph.D) is an Associate Professor in the Department of Social Work at the Central University of Rajasthan. He completed his MSW from Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady, Kerala, and earned his Ph.D. in Disaster Management/Social Sciences from Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala. With 9 years of field experience and more than 16 years of teaching experience at postgraduate and doctoral levels, he has developed expertise in disaster management, psychosocial care, sustainable livelihoods, physical health, and community development. Since joining the Central University of Rajasthan on 28 March 2016, he has been actively involved in teaching courses in disaster management, medical and psychiatric social work, counselling, social policy, planning and development, community development, social action, fieldwork, internships, and dissertation supervision.

Dr. Rajeev has made notable academic contributions through research, publications, and scholarly activities. Since 2009, he has published 5 books, 18 book chapters, 40 research articles in UGC-CARE-listed journals, and 5 conference publications, totaling 62 scholarly works. He has completed 9 research projects and 2 consultancy projects, and has also worked as a content writer and subject matter expert for MOOCs. In addition, he has supervised 5 Ph.D. scholars, including 2 who have been awarded and 3 who are currently pursuing doctoral studies. He has presented papers at international conferences, delivered more than 70 invited talks, and organized 12 conferences and workshops in the fields of social work, disaster management, and community development.

Apart from his academic responsibilities, Dr. Rajeev has contributed significantly to institutional administration and social initiatives. He received Faculty Appreciation Awards from Amrita University for several academic years and served as Chief Editor of the DISHAA newsletter. He has also held positions in IQAC, NSS, and Community Development initiatives. At the Central University of Rajasthan, he served as Nodal Officer for the Government of India’s Unnat Bharat Abhiyan and Swachh Bharat Abhiyan programs. Since 2021, he has served as President of the Social Experts Voluntary Association in India (SEVA India), reflecting his dedication to professional social work practice, community participation, and social development.

Dr. Rajendra Rao is a distinguished Kathak exponent, folk dance choreographer, and cultural educator from Jaipur with over 38 years of dedicated experience in Indian performing arts. Trained under the legendary gurus Pt. Vidyadhar Maharaj (Kathak) and Pt. Banwar Lal Rao (Tabla), he has dedicated his life to preserving and promoting the rich traditions of Kathak and Rajasthani folk dances through performance, choreography, teaching, and cultural mentorship.

Over the course of his illustrious career, Dr. Rao has choreographed and directed numerous prestigious cultural productions, including Republic Day Parade tableaux, Lokrang Mahotsav, and national-level cultural festivals. He has trained thousands of students across educational institutions and cultural organizations and has served as a Visiting Lecturer in Folk Dance at IIHMR University, Jaipur. His international engagements include conducting Kathak and Rajasthani folk dance training workshops, performances, and cultural exchange programmes in Czech Republic, Singapore, and Nepal, promoting India’s vibrant dance heritage on global platforms.

Widely respected for his artistic excellence and lifelong commitment to cultural preservation, Dr. Rajendra Rao has received numerous honours and recognitions for his outstanding contribution to Indian classical and folk dance. Through his performances, choreography, research, and mentorship, he continues to inspire new generations of artists while strengthening the appreciation of India’s rich cultural traditions both nationally and internationally.

Dr. Ranjana Singh is an Associate Professor of Economics at the Sharda School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Sharda University, Greater Noida. She brings over 14 years of academic and research experience, having previously served as an Assistant Professor at National P.G. College, Lucknow.

She holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Banaras Hindu University (BHU) and was awarded the prestigious ICSSR Doctoral Fellowship. Her academic qualifications also include an MBA in Finance from ICFAI University and a Master’s degree in Economics from the University of Lucknow.

Dr. Singh’s research interests encompass public finance, financial markets, sustainability, climate change, blockchain technology, artificial intelligence, urban governance, and environmental economics. She has authored more than 16 research publications in reputed Scopus-indexed journals and international conference proceedings, and actively contributes as a reviewer for academic journals and conferences.

Recognized for her interdisciplinary approach, Dr. Singh has participated in numerous national and international faculty development programmes and research initiatives, including those organized by the National Institute of Public Finance and Policy (NIPFP) and UNCTAD Young Scholars Initiative. Her work reflects a strong commitment to advancing research, policy discourse, and evidence-based teaching in economics and sustainable development.

Dr. Sudheer Kumar Singh is an Associate Professor in the School of Computing Science and Engineering, Galgotias University, Greater Noida, India. With over 15 years of teaching and research experience in Computer Science and Engineering, he has been associated with Galgotias University since 2024. He began his academic journey at Harcourt Butler Technical University (HBTU), Kanpur, earned his M.E. in Computer Science and Engineering from Punjab Engineering College (Deemed to be University), Chandigarh, and completed his Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering from Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow.

Dr. Singh is a dedicated academician with a strong commitment to quality teaching, research, and student development. His teaching philosophy emphasizes fostering critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and innovative problem-solving skills among students. Beyond academics, he actively contributes to co-curricular and extracurricular initiatives, organizing student-centric activities that promote holistic learning and professional growth.

His research contributions include 1 SCI-indexed publication, 10 Scopus-indexed journal articles, 5 UGC/other journal publications, 9 international and national conference papers, 2 book chapters, 1 authored book, and 3 patents/grants. He has also participated in advanced professional training, including a Two-Week Cyber Security Training Programme at Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), Lucknow.

Dr. Singh serves as a member of various research committees, editorial boards, and review panels and is an active Member of the International Association of Engineers (IAENG), Hong Kong. His academic excellence is further reflected by qualifying the prestigious Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) conducted by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, in 2008.

Through his teaching, research, and academic leadership, Dr. Sudheer Kumar Singh continues to contribute significantly to the advancement of Computer Science education and research.