Dr. Balaji Namdev Kendre (MA, PhD), Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Mumbai, Mumbai. I have been teaching sociology for more than 22 years at Post Graduation level. Experience: Professor and Head of the Department of Sociology from 2019 to 2022.  In charge Chair professor Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Contemporary Studies 2018 to 2021, In charge Coordinator Master of Social Work programme (2018 to 2021). Chairman Board of Studies in Sociology, Member Academic Council, Member Research and Recognition Committee of University of Mumbai (2019 to 2022). Research:  till date twelve Research Scholars have completed their M.Phil. and Ten Research Scholars have completed their Ph.Ds. under my guidance. Completed two minor and one major research projects.  Written 15 Research Articles, One independent and 3 edited books. Member Managing Committee of Indian Sociological Society, New Delhi. Teaching and Research Interest include Migration Studies, Media and Communication, Law and Social Change, Marginalized Groups and Communities in Indian Society, Academic Writings etc.

Email: balaji.kendre@sociology.mu.ac.in and bnk2830@rediffmail.com