Maratha Mandal College of Pharmacy, Belgaum

The Maratha Mandal, a renowned educational institution, was established in Belgaum in 1931 with the lofty goal of advancing society through education. The Mandal spent many years concentrating on delivering primary and secondary education. But when the charismatic leader Shri. Nathajirao G. Halgekar became the Mandal's president in 1977, something fundamentally changed. Because of his great leadership abilities, statesmanship, vision, integrity, and dedication, Shri. Nathajirao understood the value of professional education for social advancement. The Mandal started on a transformational journey under his leadership. The Mandal was successful in establishing several professional institutions of higher learning in Belgaum within fifteen years. Among these institutions are a polytechnic, a pharmacy school that offers diploma and degree programs, colleges of arts, business, science, and home sciences, a dental school, and an engineering school. These colleges have a stellar reputation for giving students an excellent education. A total of 35 well-managed educational institutions, including primary schools, colleges, and universities, are currently run by the Mandal. Each of these institutions has a building and a playground of its own. The Maratha Mandal College of Pharmacy was founded in 1984 in response to the rising demand for qualified specialists in the pharmacy industry. The college is dedicated to fostering an atmosphere where pharmaceutical and biomedical sciences are practiced to the highest standards. The institution seeks to encourage the acquisition of knowledge and the development of fresh ideas through excellent teaching strategies and a concentration on research and study. In addition, the college places a strong emphasis on character, professionalism, and attitude since it understands how important it is for students to have these traits to contribute to society in a meaningful way. The Maratha Mandal's College of Pharmacy enjoys a picturesque environment at the entrance to Belgaum city, close to the Pune-Bangalore National Highway No. 4. Students can pursue their education and fully engage in the learning process in the college's ideal setting. Engineering courses are available in mechanical engineering, computer science engineering, and electronics and communication engineering at Maratha Mandal's Engineering College, which was founded in 1997. The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi, has approved the college. The Mandal's management established a separate campus specifically for the engineering college to maintain compliance with AICTE guidelines. The Mandal entered the field of dental education by founding a college in Belgaum in 1992. Recently, the Mandal built a large, autonomous site for the dental school on a 6-acre plot of property on Belgaum's Bauxite Road. This complex includes a cutting-edge academic facility, a dental hospital, boys' and girls' hostels, and staff housing. The Dental Council of India, New Delhi, and the Indian Ministry of Health and Family Welfare have both recognized the dental college. It is connected to Bangalore's Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences. The Maratha Mandal has plans to add new management and paramedicine degrees, among other things, in the future. The Mandal wants to increase the educational options it offers while also meeting the changing demands of society. The Maratha Mandal has commemorated important anniversaries over the years. His Excellency Gyani Zail Singh, the Indian President at the time, attended the celebration of the "Golden Jubilee" in 1986. In 2007, the Mandal celebrated its "Platinum Jubilee," which was distinguished by the honorable presence of His Excellency Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the President of India. In conclusion, Belgaum's education has benefited greatly from the Maratha Mandal's efforts. The Mandal has created a network of prestigious educational institutions through to its dedication to excellence, imaginative leadership, and commitment to advancing society.