Banaras Hindu University: Grooming Next-gen Thought Leaders

Moving forward in this ever evolving tech-led digital world, the need for technology and technological innovation has become paramount for individuals, organizations, industries, and the economy. Thus it is crucial to empower the world with significant technology prowess so that challenges across the industries and business functions can be aligned. And, to comprehend these emerging needs of technological evolution, IIT Varanasi or Banaras Hindu University (BHU) slips into the frame by producing quality Graduate and Post-Graduate quality Engineers and Scientists in various branches of Engineering and Science and enables the tech leaders and entrepreneurs of tomorrow to deliver a limitless growth horizon.

A Center of Excellence

The founding stone of Banaras Hindu University was laid by the great nationalist leader, Madan Mohan Malviya, in the year of 1916. The institute is located on the southern edge of Varanasi, near the banks of the river Ganges. With over 30,000 students, and 18,000 residing on campus, it is the largest residential university in Asia and one of the eight public institutions declared as an ‘Institute of Eminence’ by the Government of India. Being centralised in 1916 through the Banaras Hindu University Act, BHU is India's first central university and celebrated its centenary year in 2015–2016. With its commitment towards imparting quality education using modern teaching methods and abreast curriculum along with latest technological advancements, today it imparts quality education in the form of total 145 courses at diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate levels in various streams and pursues to solve complex societal problem and support the nation in its march towards technological advancement. With these unmatched achievements it has created a highly influential and active network of alumni across the globe. These leaders are making a huge impact in all sectors of society and accentuating economy, both in India and abroad.

Our endeavour at Women Entrepreneur Magazine has always been to highlight remarkable women leaders across geographies and industries. In keeping with our motto, the current issue of the Women Entrepreneur Magazine features a list of ‘Alumni Women Leaders from Banaras Hindu University - 2023'. Compiled by a panel of industry veterans, CEOs, CXOs and the Women Entrepreneur Magazine editorial team, the list features prolific women who have not only crafted illustrious and innovative businesses, but have proven their mettle as leaders across the diverse businesses playing a key role in contributing towards strengthening the workforce.