Governor and Chancellor of Universities Prof Ganeshi Lal on Monday appointed Prof Umaballava Mohapatra and Prof Sanjay Kumar Satapathy as Vice-Chancellors of Rajendra University, Balangir, and Kalahandi
University, Bhawanipatna, respectively, for a period of four years with effect from the date they assume office as such or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
Prof Mohapatra, a retired Professor of Botany, North Odisha University, has teaching experience of around 33 years. He has authored a book and successfully guided 14 PhD and 24 MPhil scholars.
Prof Satapathy, a retired Professor of Commerce, Ravenshaw University, has authored 24 books, including 13 academic books. He has more than 36 years of teaching experience and has successfully guided 20 PhD scholars.