Mahatma Jyotiba Phule was a renowned social reformer and activist who dedicated his life to the upliftment of the oppressed classes and the education of women. His legacy lives on through the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule University, established in his honor in 1962. Over the years, the MJP university has produced several notable alumni who have made significant contributions in their respective fields. In this article, we will take a look at some of the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule notable alumni.
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1. Dr. Vikas Amte
Dr. Vikas Amte is a renowned social worker and the son of social activist Baba Amte. He completed his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree from the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule University in 1984. He is the founder and managing trustee of the Maharogi Sewa Samiti, which runs the Anandwan, a community rehabilitation center for leprosy patients. Dr. Amte has been honored with several awards for his contribution to social work, including the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan.
2. Dr. Rajan Welukar
Dr. Rajan Welukar is an educationist and the former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Mumbai. He completed his PhD in Chemistry from the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule University in 1990. He has also served as the Vice-Chancellor of the Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University and the Director of the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). Dr. Welukar has been honored with the Maharashtra Bhushan Award for his contribution to education.
3. Dr. Rajendra Shende
Dr. Rajendra Shende is an environmentalist and the Chairman of the TERRE Policy Centre. He completed his PhD in Civil Engineering from the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule University in 1985. He has worked with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) for over two decades and has been awarded the Global 500 Roll of Honour by the UNEP. Dr. Shende has also been honored with the Padma Shri for his contribution to environmental protection.
4. Nagraj Manjule
Nagraj Manjule is a filmmaker and screenwriter known for his critically acclaimed Marathi films, including Fandry and Sairat. He completed his Master of Arts degree in Marathi literature from the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule University. He has won several awards for his work, including the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Marathi for Fandry and the Grand Jury Prize at the Mumbai Film Festival for Sairat.
5. Dr. Avinash Bhondwe
Dr. Avinash Bhondwe is a renowned orthopedic surgeon and the President of the Maharashtra Medical Council. He completed his MBBS degree from the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule University in 1992. He has been honored with several awards for his contribution to medicine, including the Dr. B. R. Ambedkar National Award and the Dr. M. N. Dorairajan Gold Medal.
Conclusion
The Mahatma Jyotiba Phule University has produced several notable alumni who have made significant contributions in their respective fields. From social work to education, from environmental protection to filmmaking and medicine, the alumni of the university have excelled in various spheres of life. Their achievements are a testament to the legacy of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule and his vision for a just and equitable society.
