Dr. Bharat Amalkar
Dr. Bharat Amalkar is a renowned educationist, social entrepreneur, and infrastructure developer dedicated to education reform, community empowerment, and sustainable development. With credentials including LLB, Civil Engineering Diploma, and D.Litt. (ADYPU), he has significantly contributed to technical education, infrastructure, and social welfare.
As Chairman of Keshavsmrity Seva Samuh, he leads 22+ social initiatives, impacting 10,000+ beneficiaries daily. He founded Vivekanand Pratishthan (VP), now educating 6,500+ students, and played a key role in launching semi-English education and on-site polytechnic training programs in Maharashtra.
A first-generation entrepreneur, he established Beeta Associates Pvt. Ltd., spearheaded CONSTRO Exhibitions, and serves on infrastructure advisory boards. His contributions to women’s empowerment include mentoring 3,000+ self-help groups, benefiting 59,000+ women.
Honored with the Shahu-Phule-Ambedkar Award (2016-17), Dr. Amalkar continues to drive education in the mother tongue, technical reforms, and NGO sustainability, making a lasting impact on society.
Saturday 22nd Feb
Social Entrepreneurship
Social Entrepreneurship - Panel Discussion Social entrepreneurs apply entrepreneurial principles to develop sustainable and scalable initiatives. Unlike traditional businesses that prioritize profit, they focus on generating social value by enhancing education, expanding healthcare access, alleviating poverty, and safeguarding the environment. Their efforts drive meaningful change and foster long-term community impact.