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Dr. Ritesh Ranjan

Head, Faculty of Fashion, Design & Arts, Fine Arts · Jagran Lakecity University, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India · Bhopal

IMPARC ID IMP-MM-ART-MP-IN-2026-2369

Member since 2026

Expertise
  • Biomechanics
  • Physiotherapy
  • Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
  • Digital Marketing
  • Research Methodology
Mentorship offered
  • Healthcare Consulting
  • Device Fabrication
  • Product Validation
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Data Insights
  • Scientific and Technical Research
  • Systematic Literature Review
  • User Research
  • Medical Writing
  • Technical Writing
  • Clinical Trial Documentation

Mode: Hybrid · Capacity: More than 5 researchers

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About

Dr. Ritesh Ranjan is an accomplished academic administrator, professor, researcher, curator, and experience designer with extensive expertise in design education, art history, design management, exhibition curation, and institutional development. He currently serves as Head of School (Director) at Jagran School of Design, Fashion & Arts, Jagran Lakecity University, Bhopal, where he leads undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral design programs. He has held multiple academic leadership and institutional development roles across Chandigarh University, Rishihood University, Chitkara University, and Lovely Professional University. His contributions span curriculum enhancement, faculty development, NAAC/IQAC coordination, academic rankings, design pedagogy, curatorial practices, research supervision, and global academic collaborations. He is also Editor-in-Chief of Chitrolekha Journal on Art & Design and Judge for QS Reimagine Awards.

Publications 15

Journal articles

  • Dr. Ritesh Ranjan (2019). Classicism in Indian Sculptures. Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research.
    UGC-CARE ISSN2349-5162
  • Dr. Ritesh Ranjan (2019). Body in Performance. Global Journal for Performance Research.
    UGC-CARE ISSN2277-8160
  • Dr. Ritesh Ranjan (2019). A Critical Analysis of Pop Art Movement & its Artistic Legacy. International Journal of Creative and Innovative Research in All Streams.
    UGC-CARE ISSN2581-5334
  • Dr. Ritesh Ranjan (2020). Folk Art & Nationalism in 20th Century India. International Journal of Mechanical and Production Engineering Research and Development.
    Scopus ISSN2249-6890
  • Dr. Ritesh Ranjan (2022). Understanding Metalanguage in the Study of Aesthetics. ECS Transactions.
    Scopus

Books

  • Visual Arts: A Conscious History. Book Leaf Publication, India & USA.
    ISBN1393071098
  • Contemporary Indian Art between Local & Global. Notion Press Publication.
    ISBN9781685092672
  • Recent Trends in Art and Design in India. Book Leaf Publication, India & USA.
    ISBN8195009956
  • Folk and Minor Art Traditions of India. Bharti Publication, Varanasi.

Book chapters

  • (2020). The Evolution of Art Market in India: A Critical Analysis. In Proceedings of NCVA-2020. Excellent Publishing House, India.

Conference papers

  • (2019). Gayoor Hasan: A Critical Analysis of His Art Works. India Art History Congress, Punjabi University, Patiala.
    Peer-reviewed (not in the indexes above)
  • (2019). Bhand Pather: Traditional Folk Theatre of Kashmir. Paramahansa Yogananda International Conference, HPU Shimla.
    Peer-reviewed (not in the indexes above)
  • (2023). Creative Practices as Resistance and Response to Crises, Conflicts, and Violence: A Case Study of Kashmir. 19th IUAES-WAU World Anthropology Congress, University of Delhi.
    Peer-reviewed (not in the indexes above)
  • (2023). Emerging Technology and Pedagogical Application in Design Education. VISIONARIUM – International Journal of Emerging and Disruptive Innovation in Education, Lindenwood University, USA.
    Peer-reviewed (not in the indexes above)
  • (2022). Recent Developments in Environmental Art of India: A Study. 30th Session of India Art History Congress, India Art History Congress.
    Peer-reviewed (not in the indexes above)

Experience

  1. Head of School (Director)

    Jagran Lakecity University, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India

    Current (current)

  2. Adjunct Professor

    Vedic Wellness University, Florida, USA

    Current (current)

  3. Editor in Chief

    Chitrolekha Journal on Art & Design

    Current (current)

  4. Professor & Head of Department

    Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab, India

    Previous Position

  5. Founding Faculty & Academic/Faculty Coordinator

    Rishihood University, Sonipat, Haryana, India

    Previous Position

Education

  • Ph.D., Art & Design / Visual Arts

    Panjab University, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, India

  • D.Litt. (Honoris Causa) – Design Education, Design Education

    Hessen International University, Germany

  • DBA, Business Administration

    American Council of Management & Information Technology

  • Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Curatorial Practices & Exhibition Design

    Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, Delhi, India

  • Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Graphic Design & Sculpture

    MGKVP, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

Supervision & projects

  • Thesis · Design Thinking and Human Centered Design Studies

    2026

    Ongoing
  • Thesis · Art History, Curatorial Practices and Design Research Projects

    2017

    Completed
  • Dissertation · Design Research Methodologies and Creative Industry Studies

    Jagran Lakecity University, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India · 2026

    Completed
  • Dissertation · Art Curation and Exhibition Design Research

    Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, Delhi, India

    Completed
  • Funded project · Integrated Framework for Multidisciplinary Analysis: Bridging Science, Statistical Modeling, Geographic Insights, and Literary Data Interpretation

    Patent Filing Authority · Inventor / Researcher · 2025

    Completed

Awards

  • Faculty Gold Medal

    Faculty of Fine Arts

  • Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)

    UGC

  • Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam National Award 2021

    IIU India · 2021

  • International Humanitarian Excellence Award

    International Humanitarian Platform

  • Global Honorary Professor

    International Academic Platform

Events & training

  • Faculty Development Program (FDP) · Various Universities and Institutions

    Design Thinking Workshops and Creative Arts FDPs

    2017-2026
  • Faculty Development Program (FDP) · Various Academic Institutions

    Research Methodology and Research Paper Writing FDPs

    2017-2026
  • Workshop · Lovely Professional University

    Creative Writing, Photography and Metal Casting Workshops

    2017-2018
  • Workshop · Art Research and Methodology, Varanasi

    Relocating the Art Traditions of Uttar Pradesh

    2015
  • National Conference · Lovely Professional University

    National Conference on Contemporary Art & Design

    2018

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