Campus Times | Lucknow

In a major academic leap that underscores the rising influence of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), Prof. B.B. Malik, Head of the Department of Sociology, has been appointed as the Vice-Chancellor of Rajendra University, Odisha—adding another feather to the university’s growing leadership footprint across India.

The appointment is being seen as a moment of pride for the university, reflecting its growing presence in higher education leadership at the national level. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Raj Kumar Mittal congratulated Prof. Malik, describing the development as a recognition of both his academic credentials and the institution’s strength.

Prof. Malik expressed gratitude to Hari Babu Kambhampati, Mohan Charan Majhi, and Suryabanshi Suraj, along with the selection panel, for placing their trust in him.

Faculty members and staff at BBAU termed the appointment an inspiring milestone and said they were confident that Prof. Malik would lead Rajendra University towards academic and research excellence.

Officials added that the development further reinforces BBAU’s reputation as a key contributor to academic leadership and institutional growth across the country.