Chancellor
RajaRambapu Institute of Technology
Prof. (Dr.) Kadole Pradyumkumar Vasant
Director, Rajarambapu Institute of Technology (RIT), India
Prof. (Dr.) Kadole Pradyumkumar Vasant is a highly respected academician and industry expert in textile technology with over 34 years of teaching and research experience. Currently serving as Director of RIT, he holds a Ph.D. in Textile Engineering from Shivaji University, an M.Tech. from Anna University, and a B.Text. from Shivaji University.
Previously, he was Principal and Professor at DKTE Society’s Textile & Engineering Institute, Ichalkaranji, where he significantly contributed to institutional growth. His industry experience includes roles at Rajabahadur Spinning & Weaving Mills Ltd., Pune, and Texto Craft, Madras.
Prof. Kadole is a Fellow of The Institution of Engineers (India), The Textile Institute (UK), and a member of the Global Engineering Deans Council (USA). He is also a Chartered Engineer and editorial board member of the International Journal on Textile Engineering and Processes (IJTEP).
A prolific researcher, he has published 145 research papers, presented 57 at conferences, and guided numerous B.Tech, M.Tech, and Ph.D. projects. He has completed 78 sponsored and consultancy projects for the textile industry.
His achievements have earned him prestigious awards, including the Rieter Award, Best Teacher Award, and multiple Lifetime Achievement Awards. At DKTE, he was instrumental in achieving Autonomous Status, NAAC A+ Accreditation, and establishing 21 industry-sponsored labs. Now at RIT, he has signed MoUs with 26 international universities and led nine government-funded projects worth ₹60 crores.
With international exposure through 32 assignments across Europe, Asia, and Africa, Prof. Kadole continues to be a driving force in advancing technical education and global academic collaboration at RIT.
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