Leadership in Education: Dr. Rajkumar Rana’s Role in Expanding Higher Education in Tribal Rajasthan
New Delhi [India], January 16: The conversation around higher education in India often focuses on big cities and well-known institutions. Yet, some of the most meaningful educational change is driven by individuals with vision and commitment. In Abu Road, in the Sirohi district of Rajasthan, Dr. Rajkumar Rana, Chairman of Madhav University, stands out as one such leader, quietly shaping access to higher education in a predominantly tribal region.
When Dr. Rajkumar Rana founded Madhav University in 2013, Sirohi did not have a university of its own. Students from tribal families faced limited options. Many had to travel long distances, while others were forced to discontinue their education altogether. Recognising this gap, Dr. Rajkumar Rana took a decisive step. For him, setting up a univer...









