Principals

PROFILE OF CURRENT PRINCIPAL

From Principal's Desk

Sir P. T. Sarvajanik College of Science is the oldest Science College of Veer Narmad South Gujarat University and the largest college affiliated to the university so far as the number of students and branches offered are concerned. It is such an old college with its glorious past and bright present that its contribution to the academic field has always been counted invaluable right from its inception i.e. since 1935. It is indeed a great moment of joy and pleasure that we have got an opportunity to be assessed and accredited by the objective and impartial team of NAAC. We are looking forward to this great occasion when the dignitaries of NAAC team will come and witness not only our progress but also show us our weaknesses which any institution, no matter how efficient it is, does have.

It is always the prime motive of our college to help our students to acquire the knowledge of core science subjects, i.e., Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Botany and Zoology. Students are given thorough knowledge of theory and practical at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Besides this, they are inspired to do research work at Doctoral and Post-doctoral levels too. Research has always been encouraged in our institution and it is possible because we are having highly qualified, hard-working, dedicated and             progressive teachers in our institute. I am very much proud to say that the teachers of our college are an asset to us. They have been actively involved in almost all the academic fields of the university such as syllabus - design, paper-setting, evaluation etc. The contribution of our teachers has always been appreciated. Ours is the only college which has been awarded recently the grant of Rs.14 lacks under FIST programme by DST. Because of the tireless efforts of our teachers, our students, year by year, are able to rank themselves high in university results too. Our teachers not only teach science subjects but rather inculcate in student’s mind the scientific attitude, temperament and ethos which enable him to attain both, bright career as well as good character.

The huge and classical building, big and airy classrooms, well-equipped laboratories, wide playground, big auditorium, rich library and lush green     campus - are the beautiful feathers of our college. I do not exaggerate when

I view my college as one of the best institutions of the university. But I also admit humbly that we still cannot do the best of ourselves as we are bound by many limitations. Being the head of the institute I do not overlook them. At this stage, I do know that the assessment of NAAC team will enlighten us and bring forth some useful suggestions. It will help us to walk on those new paths which still we have not traversed.

Lastly, I admit that the recent historic flood-fury of river ‘Tapi’ has ravaged our college and delayed the submission of the SSR, yet it has neither damaged our enthusiasm nor dampened our spirit. We have again stood up like a phoenix bird, and we eagerly await the team of NAAC in our beautiful campus.

OUR PAST PRINCIPALS WITH PROFILE

Prof. M. S. Desai: M. Sc. (Physics)

Passed Matric examination in 1924 from Indore state securing overall first rank; Obtained B. Sc. (1928) and M. Sc. (1930) degree with Physics from Allahabad University and received prize for research in 1937 from the same university; served as professor and Head of Physics Dept. (1936), Vice-Principal of M. T. B. College and the first Principal of Science College (1960); Volunteer of Sarvajanik education Society; was known as methodical principal.

Dr. C. M. Desai: B.Sc., Ph. D., F. R. I. C. (London) (Chemistry)

Served this institution as lecturer, Professor and Head of the Chemistry Department, P. G. In-charge principal, Research guided; Guided 8 student for M. Sc. By research, 30 students for M. Phil. and  55 students for Ph. D. degree; published 265 research paper in reputed journals; recipient of Dr. K. G. Naik Gold Medal ( Gujarat University) for the best research work during 1950-60; recipient of UGC award (1978-83) for an outstanding retired teacher; Volunteer and Vice President of Sarvajanik education Society.

Prof. G. T. Shah: M. Sc. (Mathematics)

A prominent mathematician and popular teacher; served as the Head of the Department, Vice Principal and In charge Principal; Chairman Board of Studies in Mathematics and Head, P. G. Centre in Mathematics, V. N. S. G. Uni., Surat. Published research paper in reputed journals.

Dr. K. B. Shah: M. Sc., Ph.D., M. S. (Physics)

Served as professor of physics at Vallabh Vidhyanagar, Ahmadabad, and Texas (USA); Director Vikram Sarabhai Community Science Centre, Ahmadabad; Hony. Advisor, Gujarat Vidyapith, Ahmadabad; Obtained Ph.D. degree in applied Mathematics, M.S. degree, in Physics from Meriland University; Visited France, Span, England, Brazil, America and Thailand for academic purpose.

Dr. (Miss.) H. J. Kazi: M. Sc., Ph.D. (Chemistry)

Served this institution as Lecturer, Head of the Chemistry Department, P.G. In-Charge, Incharge Principal and principal Research guide; Guided 3 M. Phil. Students; Published 41 research papers in reputed journals.

Prof. P. M. Mehta: M. A., M. Phil., (English)

Served this institution as Lecturer, Head of the Chemistry Department, P.G. Teacher, Rector of Science Hostel, Vice Principal and In charge Principal; Chairman Board of studies in English, Dean college Development Council, V. N. S. G. Uni., Surat

Dr. (Mrs.) K. C. Desai: M. Sc., Ph.D. (Chemistry)

Served this institution as Demonstrator, Lecturer, Head of chemistry Department, P. G. Incharge, Research guide; Guided 3 M. Phil Students, and 1 Ph.D. Students; Published 15 research papers in reputed journals; Member of Academic Council, College Development Council and Sports Committee, V. N. South Gujarat University, Surat. Under her leadership the college collected Rs. 35 lack as donation from past student for enhancing the academic activity and renovation of the building; member of Managing and Executive committee, Sarvajanik Education Society.

Dr. R. H. De: M. Sc., M. Phil., Ph. D.: (Chemistry)

Served this institution as Demonstrator, Lecturer, Head of the Chemistry Department, Vice Principal, In charge Principal, Principal, N. S. S. Officer, Rector of Science Hostel, Volunteer, Sarvajanik Education Society, key person in Establishing, “Saptak Vrund” associated with “Sugam Sangit” ; Contributed a lot in cultural activity and gifted prominent artist in “ Sugam Sangit” and “Drama”.

Dr. G. H. Bhatt : M. Sc., M. Phil., Ph. D. : (Chemistry)

Served this institution as Demonstrator, Head of the Chemistry Department, P.G. In charge, Vice Principal, In charge Principal, Principal, Rector of Science Hostel,  Volunteer, Sarvajanik Education Society; Chairman Board of Studies in Chemistry -      V. N. South Gujarat University, Surat.

Prof. J. U. Thakar: M. Sc., M. Phil., Ph. D. (Botany)

Served this institution as lecture, Head of the Department, P. G. Incharge, Vice Principal, Incharge Principal, research Guide; Guided 2 Students for M. Phil., Degree; published 2 research papers in reputed journals.

Dr. A. G. Mehta: M. Sc., M. Phil., Ph. D., C.C., FIC: (Calcutta - Chemistry)

Served this institution as demonstrator, Lecturer, Principal, Research guide, Guided 6 M. Phil., and 10 Ph.D. students; Published 108 research papers in reputed journals; recipient of B. C. Vakil Gold medal for submitting the best Ph.D. thesis during the Year 1979; Recognized P. G. teacher in Organic / Physical chemistry; A key person in collecting Chemicals from the surrounding industries on the donation basis;    Presented a volume
of 103 research paper to his beloved guide Dr. C. M. Desai, A very popular teacher among the students.