Pune: The Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE), a prominent body for professionals in the electronics and telecommunications sectors, has officially appointed Dr. R. D. Kharadkar as the Zonal Mentor for West India and Chairman of the Centre Evaluation and Advancement Committee (CEAC).

Dr. Kharadkar currently serves as Campus Director at G H Raisoni College of Engineering and Management in Pune.

Dr. Kharadkar's appointment to these roles underscores his significant contributions to the fields of engineering and telecommunication and his relentless commitment to promoting excellence in education and technological advancements.

His new responsibilities will include mentoring IETE Centres across the Western zone of India, guiding them towards achieving higher academic standards, and driving initiatives for technological advancement.

As Chairman of the CEAC, Dr. Kharadkar will play a crucial role in evaluating the technological growth of IETE Centres, aiming to benefit key stakeholders such as students, academic professionals, and industry practitioners.

His extensive experience in academic leadership, combined with his contributions to research, will be pivotal in shaping the future of engineering education in the region.

Speaking on the occasion, Sunil Raisoni, Chairman of Raisoni Education, and Shreysh Raisoni, Executive Director of Raisoni Education, expressed their heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Kharadkar.

They highlighted his exceptional leadership and dedication, which has consistently elevated the academic standards at G H Raisoni College of Engineering and Management.

Dr. Kharadkar’s appointment is expected to further strengthen the role of IETE in advancing the engineering and telecommunication sectors, ensuring that new technologies and innovations reach students and working professionals across India.