Dr. Pushpati Nath Razdan
Peer Evaluator – India Region
Dr. Pushpati Nath Razdan, a distinguished academic and administrative leader, was born in Srinagar and pursued his M.Sc. from the University of Kashmir in 1971 and his Ph.D. from the University of Roorkee in 1975. His academic journey began as an Assistant Professor at H.P. Agriculture University, Solan, before joining the Geological Survey of India (GSI) in 1983. Over his 21-year tenure at GSI, Dr. Razdan rose to the position of Senior Deputy Director General, overseeing critical geoscientific activities for the Northern Region. His expertise in Analytical Geochemistry, coupled with his international training at BRGM France on Inductively Coupled Plasma, has left an indelible mark on the geosciences field.
Dr. Razdan’s contributions extend beyond geochemistry, having served as National Coordinator for the National Geochemical Mapping Programme and chaired significant IGCP projects. He has played a pivotal role in the development of standards, serving on several committees of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). His research contributions have been widely recognized, including the prestigious H. K. Sen Memorial Medal in 2006, acknowledging his outstanding work in the field of chemistry and geosciences.
In 2001, Dr. Razdan transitioned to the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) as Advisor-I and later as Member Secretary of the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). Under his leadership, he spearheaded nationwide awareness of accreditation, strengthened quality assurance frameworks, and submitted India's application for membership in the Washington Accord in 2004. His efforts laid the foundation for aligning Indian technical education with global standards.
Post-retirement, Mr. Unni served as the Corporate Manager of 15 government-aided colleges under the Nair Service Society, overseeing arts, science, engineering, and medical institutions. Currently, he dedicates his time to organic farming and serves as the General Secretary and CEO of the Mannam Institute for Research, Development, and Training (MIRDT), where he continues to champion research and training initiatives. With a master’s degree in English literature and extensive training in administrative and academic leadership, Mr. Unni remains an inspirational figure committed to advancing education, sustainability, and community welfare.
Dr. Razdan’s illustrious career reflects his unwavering commitment to academic quality, research excellence, and institutional growth. His contributions to education, geosciences, and quality assurance continue to inspire progress across the institutions he has served.
