Mumbai, 16th September 2025: Vivekanand Education Society (VES) proudly announced that Dr. Supriya Shidhaye, Principal of VES College of Pharmacy, was conferred with the prestigious “Best Principal Award 2024-25 – Urban Area” by the University of Mumbai. The award was presented on 15th September 2025 at the Green Technology Auditorium, University of Mumbai. The award took into consideration parameters such as individual research, grants, publications, patents, new academic programs initiated, the autonomous status of the college, and contributions to the University of Mumbai. Dr. Shidhaye also served the University as Chairperson and later as a member of the Board of Studies in Pharmacy for over eight years.
The award was presented by Shri Kiren Rijiju, Hon’ble Minister of Minority Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs, Government of India, along with Prof. (Dr.) Ravindra Kulkarni, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, University of Mumbai, at a grand felicitation ceremony that celebrated excellence in educational leadership. The University of Mumbai, with over 885 affiliated colleges spanning disciplines such as humanities, commerce, science, architecture, law, management, and pharmacy, recognized Dr. Shidhaye’s exceptional contributions in the category of Urban Colleges – Pharmacy.
“I was deeply humbled to receive this recognition from the University of Mumbai. This award was not just a personal milestone but a reflection of the collective spirit, hard work, and perseverance of the entire VES College of Pharmacy fraternity. Together, our faculty, staff, and students continuously strived to create an ecosystem of academic innovation, global relevance, and social impact. I dedicated this achievement to the VES Management, whose unwavering support and commitment had been the cornerstone of our success. Going forward, we would continue to strengthen our contributions to healthcare education and research, in service of society and the nation.” said, Dr, Supriya Shidhaye, Principal of VES College of Pharmacy.
The recognition stood as a testament to Dr. Shidhaye’s visionary leadership, unwavering dedication to academic excellence, and her remarkable contributions toward shaping future-ready professionals in the field of pharmaceutical sciences. It was indeed a proud moment for the pharmacy fraternity to have one of its principals receive this honor. Over the years, Dr. Shidhaye distinguished herself as a trailblazer in academia, combining scholarly achievements, innovative teaching methodologies, and institution-building capabilities. Under her stewardship, VES College of Pharmacy evolved into a hub of research, innovation, and holistic learning—equipping students not only with professional expertise but also with values of integrity, empathy, and social responsibility.
