Dr. Kiran Bala Patel

Dr. Kiran Bala Patel is a dedicated educationist and academic leader with over 15 years of experience in higher education, specializing in teaching, research, and institutional administration. She currently serves as the Principal at Gitanjali Teachers Training College, Murshidabad, West Bengal, India. She is the Founder Trustee of Pranam Kiran Educational Samiti, Co-founder of Sri Aurobindo Yoga and Knowledge Foundation, and National General Secretary of Sanatan Dharm Mahila Parishad, actively contributing to educational advancement and women's empowerment. Dr. Patel holds a Ph.D. in Education along with multiple postgraduate degrees in Hindi Literature, Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Management Psychology, and Sociology, along with B.Ed., M.Ed., M.Phil., and PGDCA. Her core research interests include Educational Psychology, Educational Technology, Career Guidance & Counselling, and Integral Education. She has published 12+ research papers and presented 30+ papers at national and international conferences. She is also engaged in innovative academic work, including patents in AI-enabled learning systems and modern educational technologies. She has been honored with several prestigious awards, including the Dr. Abdul Kalam Award, Women Achiever Award, Excellent Teacher Award, and Naari Shakti Samman, recognizing her contributions to education, research, and social development. A passionate mentor and speaker, Dr. Patel regularly delivers lectures and serves as a keynote speaker and resource person at various academic platforms.