College Code : 305

NCTE Code : 322019

Affiliation Code : 59

Center Code : 01.007

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Mr. Prabodhkant Pandya Sir (1944 - 2021) !!...

A distinguished social worker, great educationalist, philanthropist, and politician. His contributions to society and education have left a lasting impact.

Political Career:

  • In 1985, he joined the Janata Party, later moving to the Janata Dal from 1990 to 1995.
  • From 2002 to 2007, he served as a member of the Gujarat Legislative Assembly for the Santrampur constituency as a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) member.
  • He was the Minister of State for Home and Education in the Chimanbhai Patel government.

Leadership Roles:

  • Chairman of the Planning Board of Panchmahal district for five years, where he oversaw major development projects.
  • Vice Chairman of the Panchmahal District Cooperative Union for five years, playing a key role in cooperative board decisions.
  • Managing Director of Panchmahal District Co-operative Bank for three years.

Educational Contributions:

  • As Education Minister, he sanctioned colleges in small, underserved villages such as Malvan, Munpur, and Limkheda.
  • Founded Meghdoot Education Trust in 1970, which has grown to include numerous educational institutions:
    • Meghdoot Vidyavihar in Maninagar, Ahmedabad for Primary, secondary and higher secondary education. (established in 2001)
    • Led foundation of P. D. Pandya Education Campus in 1992.
    • Gangaba Primary School (classes 1 to 8). (established in 1992)
    • New Meghdoot Vidyavihar (secondary and higher secondary education, commerce, science, and vocational studies). (established in 1992)
    • P. D. Pandya Mahila Commerce College. English ad Gujarati Medium. (B.Com. for women and M.Com for both men and women).
    • P. D. Pandya Institute of Computer Application – BCA College (established in 2001).
    • Saraswati Stree Adhyapan Mandir (D.El.Ed. College, established in 2002).
    • H. A. Pandya English School (classes 1 to 12, commerce and science streams).
    • Bachpan-A Play School (Nursery to K.G. in English medium).
    • Academic Heights Public School (classes 1 to 12, CBSE curriculum).
    • Horizon English School (classes 1 to 12, English medium).
  • President of Munpur Group Sarvodaya Education Board.
    • Manages CR Gardi Arts College - Munpur
  • Managing Trustee of NC Bodiwala Commerce College
    • NC Bodiwala and Principal MC Desai Commerce College in Ahmedabad.

Community and Cultural Contributions:

  • Worked on the development of the Nadinath Mahadev Temple in Kadana Taluka, Gujarat.
  • Supervised various examination centers like GPSC, UPSC, CA, and CS, achieving numerous political milestones.
  • Efforts carried out for the development of Cottage Hospital at Santrampur.

Legacy:

Prabodhakant Damodardas Pandya's life was marked by his dedication to education, community development, and public service. His efforts have significantly contributed to the growth and betterment of society, leaving a lasting legacy of commitment and excellence.