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University Ombudsman

Ombudsperson

Prof. J. P. Pachauri

Ombudsman

Smt. Manjira Devi University, Uttarkashi (Uttarakhand)

Brief Profile

Prof. J. P. Pachauri is a distinguished academician and administrator with over 40 years of experience in teaching, research, and university administration. He has held several key leadership positions and guided more than 45 research scholars. His career reflects an unwavering commitment to academic excellence, ethical governance, and institutional development.

Academic & Administrative Experience

Teaching Experience: 40 Years
Research Experience: 40 Years
Administrative Experience: 40 Years
Research Scholars Guided: 45

Major Administrative Positions Held

Head, Department of Sociology and Social Work
Dean, Faculty of Arts
Dean, School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Dean, Students’ Welfare
Controller of Examinations
Chief Warden (Hostels)
Chief Proctor
NSS Coordinator

Last Position in H.N.B. Garhwal University: Professor & Head, Department of Sociology & Social Work

International Exposure

United States of America: Participated in academic conferences.
Sweden: Served as Visiting Professor at Linnaeus University, Växjö, Sweden for three academic sessions.

NAAC Involvement

Conducted more than 140 NAAC visits as Chairman, Coordinator, and Member of Peer Teams across India, contributing significantly to quality assurance and higher education excellence.

Positions Held After Superannuation

Visitor’s (President of India) Nominee, Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
Vice-Chancellor, Shree Sparsh Himalaya University, Dehradun
NAAC Advisor, Institute of Technology and Management, Dehradun
Advisor to the President, S.G.G.R. University, Dehradun
Advisor to the President, Smt. Manjira Devi University, Uttarkashi
Chairman, Search Committee for Selection of Vice-Chancellor, S.G.G.R. University
Member, Executive Council, Doon University, Dehradun
Member, Board of Governors, S.G.G.R. University, Dehradun
Member, Board of Governors (BOG), Smt. Manjira Devi University, Uttarkashi
Member, Board of Studies, Soban Singh Jeena University, Almora
External Expert (IQAC) in:
- D.A.V. (P.G.) College, Dehradun
- M.K.P. (P.G.) College, Dehradun
- C.L. Degree College, Landhora
- Kumaun University, Nainital
- ITM University, Dehradun

Contact Information

Phone: 9557511400
Email: jwalapachauri@gmail.com