Over the past 24 years GIET University, Gunupur has achieved many milestones and moving towards fulfilling its vision of transforming the lives of the people by providing comprehensive and qualitative education globally. One man’s sleepless efforts and vision has made this possible; it all started from scratch by Prof. (Dr) Satya Prakash Panda, the venerable founder chairman of the Gandhi Group of Institutions. He is a visionary and an inveterate academician, dared to establish his flagship institution GIET at Gunupur, the tribal hinterland of Odisha, which has acted as the growth engine for this ever-neglected part of the country, leaving an example for others to follow. Recipient of several awards for his services to the nation, Dr. Panda is a humble Gandhian educationalist, philanthropist, social worker who believes and practices excellence in all facets of life. The founder of the legendary Gandhi Group is a multifaceted personality with exceptional qualities as a person as well as scholar. He is the man of intellectual integrity and humanism, a Gandhian, edu-entrepreneur, a human administrator, an ardent advocate, a social worker, a friend to the needy with an open mind and big heart. He has played each of his roles of life with immaculate perfection. A great inspirer and a warm personality have brought colors of rainbow in to the lives of millions.

We live in a world that is driven intensely by knowledge where literally and figuratively, Knowledge is Power. Exercising this power with diligence and dynamism is a formidable task and requires a mindset that is a combination of wisdom and professionalism; which truly reflects in Dr. Chandradhwaj Panda who is co-founder of the legendary Gandhi Group (Owned by VBET) and is an iconic figure in the technical education in eastern India.
Dr Panda is characterized by a judicious blend of the values of our ancient wisdom and the rapidly changing concepts in technology and management. That makes his personality ‘a unique’ amongst hundreds and thousands.
Dr. Panda, a scholar of Economics; an adorable professor; a friend to a common man, an excellent motivator and inspiration for thousands, beholds the capacity to leading the mind from Knowledge to Wisdom.

The University draws much of its inspiration and strength from its Director General. An energetic and dynamic personality Dr. Jagadish Panda has done M.Tech and Ph.D in Computer Science & Engineering. He demonstrates the qualities of passion, energy and commitment with a global vision. Being the trustee as well as a dynamic Director, his contributions towards the growth of the group are commendable. He provides guidance to balance between financial growth and social responsibilities of the university. He is a team oriented individual and invites opinions from all individuals and supports their decisions which are in the best interest of the university. He also emphasizes on quality primary education to all and his love towards children reflects in his passionate association with the Gandhi Public School (GPS), Gunupur.

Professor Dr. Vinay Kumar Mittal has joined GIET University, Gunuper recently as Vice Chancellor. He has diverse and rich experience of over 34 years in defence, industry, research and academics. He had completed B. Tech. [ECE] from IIT Roorkee, M. Tech. [CSE] from IIT Madras, and Ph. D. in Speech Signal Processing with AI & ML from IIIT Hyderabad. He also hold a MBA [Finance & Marketing] degree and PG Diploma in Aeronautical Engg.

Prof. Mittal has served IAF for over 14 years as EW/ITW Expert, Air Force Technical College Bangalore as Directing Staff, Microsoft IDC Hyderabad, and Youngsoft India Hyderabad as CEO and Director. He has worked at Nuclear Science Centre Delhi and IIIT Hyderabad, as Researcher and Faculty Member. He was the founding Professor of IIIT Chittoor Sri City, where he established the research ‘Centre for Smart Cities’ and a ‘Design and Innovation Centre’. He has also worked as Professor & Chair of ECE Dept., Head of Research Audit and Head of Smart Campus at K L University Vijayawada, and as Director Engg., GITAM University Hyderabad.

Prof. Mittal is expert in Speech Signal Processing, Paralinguistic Sounds and Emotional Speech. His research interests include Biometrics, Artificial intelligence, Machine Learning, Brain waves, Cyber Security, and applications in IoTs, Smart Cities, Solar Power, Robotics, Automation and Autonomous Vehicles. He holds 02 global patents, written 3 books, and has published over 115 research papers in world’s top international journals and conferences. He is an active reviewer of top journals and a regular TPC member of top international conferences.

Prof. Mittal’s expertise in hands-on experiential learning, curriculum modernisation and innovation should help enhancing the quality of research, innovation and entrepreneurship at GIET University, and foster innovative academic programs in emerging technologies.

Dr. N. V. J. Rao is a versatile personality and thought leader with more than 25 years of administrative experience across various areas as in addition to the existing profile. He has done MBA and PhD in Management. He served the university dating back to its inception since 1997. He has a strong moral character and integrity in handling university policies and his leadership ability is imperative for effective supervision. For last 22 years his main motive is to help the students both in academic and nonacademic problems and counsel them in shaping to be worthy in the present market conditions which helps both the students as well as the university.