Late Prof. B. M. Peerzada
Founder
Late Prof. B. M. Peerzada
Founder
The establishment of LJ University is the apt culmination of the distinguished performance of LJK institutes in the area of higher education, especially professional education, over the last three decades. The LJ University will mark its presence with a focus on applied and skill-oriented education & research, innovation, entrepreneurship and outcome-oriented extension programmes. Professional education substantially enhances the productivity of the recipient of this education. So it's cost, which is investment-in-self, should naturally be borne by the recipient.
LJ University feels proud that, not only it participates in this programme, but also with the help of its highly qualified and committed faculty and other staff it is set to play a substantial role in nation-building under the able leadership of its Vice Chancellor, Dr. Dinesh Awasthi and the Directors of constituent institutes as well as the dynamic and innovative guidance of Dr. Manish Shah with the support of Board of Trustees of Lok Jagruti Kendra and other executives of LJ Pariwar.
Dr. Dinesh Awasthi
Vice-Chancellor, LJKU
A Dreamer and a Doer, Leading from the Front
A distinguished economist, Prof. Dinesh Awasthi, our Vice Chancellor, was previously, a Professor of Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship at the Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow. He was Director of the Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDI), Ahmedabad, from 2003 to 2015.
Prof. Awasthi's impressive body of work includes over 70 research papers, eight books, and 31 research reports focusing on SMEs and technology entrepreneurship. His expertise has led him to chair and serve on numerous committees for the Indian and Gujarat governments, as well as various non-profit organizations. He has also consulted for several international bodies, including the ILO, UNIDO, UNDP, and DFID (UK), undertaking professional assignments worldwide.
Prof. Awasthi embodies the spirit of a dreamer envisioning the University’s horizon beyond tomorrow. He boldly re-imagines education, research, and community impact, setting ambitious, growth-inspiring goals. Yet, his leadership isn't just about aspirations. As a proactive doer, he meticulously transforms the university's vision into concrete strategies and tangible results, ensuring every initiative propels the institution forward. Leading from the front, he actively engages with faculty, students, and staff, building trust and motivating the entire community through his dynamic guidance and unwavering dedication.
Dr. Manish Shah
President, LJK
Dr. Manish Shah, President of LJK University, is a visionary academic leader and a pioneering force in reshaping the landscape of higher education in India. A doctorate in chemistry with an impressive record of scholarly contributions to national and international journals, Dr. Shah has leveraged his academic depth and strategic foresight to build one of Gujarat’s most dynamic educational ecosystems also making him a sought-after speaker and expert in several corporate and government bodies. Under his leadership, LJK University has established 15 constituent institutes spanning engineering, management, pharmacy, law, architecture, applied sciences, and more—each committed to academic excellence and social relevance.
Dr. Shah has introduced ground-breaking reforms to foster innovation, applied learning, and employability. From integrating MOOCs and outcome-based education to implementing blockchain-based result systems and industry-linked hackathons, his initiatives reflect a deep commitment to transparency, technology, and skills development. Collaborations with industry giants like ISRO, Ford, Toyota, and Zydus Cadila have brought real-world relevance to campus learning.
Dr. Viral Shah
Executive Director, LJK
With a vision of serial entrepreneurship, Dr. Viral has had a positive influence on businesses in the field of Export/Import, Jewellery Manufacturing, Fintech and Social ventures.
Dr. Shah is instrumental in conceptualizing, developing several professional courses including courses like Integrated MBA (iMBA), Entrepreneurship and Family Business (BBA+MBA), Radio Programming, Film Making, BBA in Sports Management, BBA in Event Management.
He has been the brainchild behind planning and executing the first ever funding event in Gujarat, Antracon 1.0.
Back in 2016, with so little happening in the startup ecosystem of Gujarat, this event was one of the attention grabbers during the early recognition phase of Gujarat at a startup state, contributing towards the Vibrant Gujarat.
He is an active member of the Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industries's Startup Committee. With his strong belief in consistency, modesty and fall forward attitude, Antrapreneur has been built from scratch and has been able to sustain the cold winds of the startup bubble, only to further aim towards promoting innovations and startups with better strategic plans.
Dr. Manish Shah
President, LJ University
Dr. Dinesh Awasthi
Vice Chancellor, LJ University
Dr. Akshai Aggrawal
Former Vice Chancellor, GTU
Shri Shamim Peerzada
Senior Advocate
Shri Shyam Tibrewal
Industrialist
Shri Shailesh Patwari
Entrepreneur
Dr. G. S. Gupta
Former Professor, IIM, Ahmedabad
Shri Ashok Dugar
Industrialist
Shri Sunil Parikh
Entrepreneur
Ms. Janki Vasant
Philanthropist and Social Entrepreneur
Dr. Pramod Kumar Mehta
Professor Emeritus, LJ University
Dr. Viral Shah
Executive Director, LJK Trust
Secretary to Govt. of Gujrat
Higher & Technical Education, Gandhinagar
Shri Minesh Shah
Registrar (Member Secretary)
Dr. Dinesh Awasthi
Vice Chancellor, LJ University
Chairman
Dr. Manish Shah
President, LJ University
Permanent Special Invitee
Dr. Sunil R. Parekh
Advisor, Zydus Lifesciences Ltd.
Dr. Pramod Kumar Mehta
Emeritus Professor, LJ University
Dr. Viral Shah
Director, New LJ Commerce College
Dr. Siddharth Bist
Director, School of Management Studies
Dr. Shreeraj Shah
Director, School of Pharmacy
Mr. Alok Manke
Director, School of Computer Applications
Dr. Sanjay Toshniwal
Principal & Director, Vidarbha Inst. of Pharmacy, Washim
Dr. Priya Shah
Deputy Director, Directorate of Research
Shri Hiranmay Mahanta
CEO, iHub, Govt. of Gujarat
Shri Minesh Shah
Registrar (Member Secretary)
Dr. Dinesh Awasthi
Vice Chancellor, LJ University
Chairman
Dr. Manish Shah
President, LJ University
Permanent Special Invitee
Dr. Pramod Kumar Mehta
Professor Emeritus, LJMBA
Prof. Rakesh Basant
Former Professor of Economics, IIM-A, Ahmedabad
Dr. Sanjay Toshniwal
Principal & Director, Vidarbha Inst. of Pharmacy, Washim
Shri Apoorva Oza
Chief Executive Officer, Agakhan Rural Support Programme
Shri Arvind Patel
Managing Director, Sahjanand Laser Technology Ltd.
Shri Bhavesh Upadhyay
Enterprising Indian
Dr. Viral Shah
Director, New LJ Commerce College
Dr. Siddharth Bist
Director, School of Management Studies
Dr. Shreeraj Shah
Director, School of Pharmacy
Ar. Himanshu Thakkar
Director, School of Architecture, Planning & Design
Dr. Dilip Maheshwari
Director, Pharmacology, School of Pharmacy
Dr. Chaitali U. Jani
Director, School of Law
Mr. Alok Manke
Director, School of Computer Applications
Dr. P. Danasekaran
Director, School of Physiotherapy
Mr. Mahesh Kella
Director, School of Polytechnic
Prof. C.H. Pathak
Honorary Director, New LJ Commerce College
Dr. Priya Shah
Deputy Director, Directorate of Research
Dr. Richa Mandan
Director (I/C), Integrated M.B.A.
Dr. Preksha Praikh
Director (I/C), School of Engineering & Technology
Dr. Divya Soni
Director (I/C), School of Media Communication
Dr. Niketan Deshmukh
Director (I/C), School of Applied Sciences
Dr. Rashi Goplani
Director (I/C.), School of Event Management
Dr. Ketan Shah
Sr. Professor & HOD of Economics, New L J Commerce College
Dr. Nirmal Shahay
Adjunct Professor, School of Applied Sciences
Dr. Jignesh Doshi
Associate Professor, School of Computer Applications
Dr. Jalpa Parikh
Assistant Professor, School of Physiotherapy
Shri Minesh Shah
Registrar (Member Secretary)
Dr. Dinesh Awasthi
Vice Chancellor, LJ University
Chairman
Dr. Manish Shah
President, LJ University
Permanent Special Invitee
Prof. Rakesh Basant
Former Professor, IIM, Ahmedabad
Prof. (Dr.) Ashwani Kumar
Professor, TISS, Mumbai
Dr. Viral Shah
Director, New LJ Commerce College
Dr. Pramod Kumar Mehta
Professor Emeritus, L.J. University
Dr. Siddharth Bist
Director, School of Management Studies
Dr. Shreeraj Shah
Director, School of Pharmacy
Ar. Himanshu Thakkar
Director, School of Architecture, Planning & Design
Dr. Chaitali Jani
Director, School of Law
Mr. Alok Manke
Director, School of Computer Applications
Dr. P. Danasekaran
Director, School of Physiotherapy
Mr. Mahesh Kella
Director, LJ Polytechnic
Dr. Dilip Maheshwari
Director, Pharmacology, School of Pharmacy
Prof. C.H. Pathak
Honorary Director, New LJ Commerce College
Dr. Priya Shah
Deputy Director, Directorate of Research
Dr. Richa Mandan
Director (I/C), Integrated M.B.A.
Dr. Prexa Parikh
Director (I/C), School of Engineering & Technology
Dr. Divya Soni
Director (I/C), School of Media Communication
Dr. Niketan Deshmukh
(Director I/C), School of Applied Sciences
Dr. Rashi Goplani
Director (I/C.), School of Event Management
Dr. Y.K. Agrawal
Chairman, Centre of Excellence of CEMN
Dr. Nirmal Sahay
Adjunct Professor, School of Applied Sciences
Shri Minesh Shah
Registrar
Dr. Dinesh Awasthi
Vice Chancellor, LJ University
Chairman
Dr. Manish Shah
President, LJ University
Permanent Special Invitee
Dr. Viral Shah
Executive Director, LJK
CA Girishbhai Patel
Director, Finance
Shri Hitesh Joshi
Chief Finance & Accounts Officer
CA (Dr.) Hiten M. Parikh
Principal, RJ Tibrewal Commerce College
Shri Minesh Shah
Registrar (Member Secretary)
Dr. Viral Shah
Director, New LJ Commerce College
Dr. Siddharth Bist
Director, LJ Institute of Management Studies
Dr. Shreeraj Shah
Director, LJ Institute of Pharmacy
Mr. Mahesh Kella
Director, LJ Polytechnic
Ar. Himanshu Thakkar
Director, School of Architecture, Planning & Design
Mr. Alok Manke
Director, School of Computer Applications
Dr. P. Danasekaran
Director, School of Physiotherapy
Dr. Dilip Maheshwari
Director (Pharmacology), School of Pharmacy
Dr. Monica Gahlawat
Director, LJ Institute of Computer Applications
Dr. Priya Shah
Director, Directorate of Research
Dr. Richa Mandan
Director, Integrated M.B.A.
Dr. Prexa Parikh
Director, School of Engineering & Technology
Dr. Divya Soni
Director, School of Media Communication
Dr. Niketan Deshmukh
Director, School of Applied Sciences
Dr. Rashi Goplani
Director, School of Event Management
Dr. Sunil Chhanwal
Director, School of Philosophy & Theological Studies
Mr. Dilip Pande
Director, School of Sports Management
Dr. Yogendra Jani
Principal, School of Nursing
Ms. Debopriya Chakraborty
Chief Executive Officer, Antrapreneur: The Business Incubator
Dr. Manish Shah
Shri Shamim Peerzada
Shri Shyam Tibrewal
Dr. Akshai Aggrawal
Dr. G S Gupta
Shri Shailesh Patwari
Shri Ashok Dugar
Shri Sunil Parikh
Dr. P. K. Mehta
Dr. Viral Shah
Dr. Dinesh Awasthi
Shri Minesh Shah
Ms. Janki Vasant
Secretary