PROF (DR) N C PANDA

Prof. N.C. Panda’s contributions to Sanskrit and Indological Studies are genuinely remarkable. His extensive experience as a professor, researcher, and editor has enriched the academic landscape in India and abroad. His expertise, ranging in the subjects of Veda, Indian philosophy, Buddhism, art, architecture, and other areas, has brought forth a wealth of knowledge and insights.

His role as the I.C.C.R. Chair and visiting Professor of Sanskrit at Silpakorn University in Bangkok highlights his global influence and commitment to promoting Sanskrit studies beyond borders. As the editor of the International Journal of Indology & Culture, he facilitates scholarly discourse and promotes academic exchange on a global scale.

            Prof. Panda’s authored and edited books cover diverse topics, showcasing his deep understanding and scholarly rigor from the foundational texts like the Upadesasahasri, Saundaryalahari, Samkhya-karika, Maha-vamsa, Aspects of Vedanta, Essays on the Gita, Life of Buddha, Gods and Goddesses in Indian Art and Literature, the Architecture of Manasara, Indian Temple Architecture, Durga Saptasati, Thirteen Principal Upanishads, The Mahanirvna Tantra, Ashoka (History & Inscriptions), Epics & Puranas in Sanskrit Literature, Temple Architecture of Orissa, The Ramayana: A Literary Study, Artha Samgraha, Brahma Sutra ( Text & Trans.), and Temple Architecture of India, Buddhist Stupas, etc. explore the Indian Art, Literature, and Architecture, his works contribute significantly to our understanding of Indian civilization and its rich cultural heritage.

Furthermore, his tenure as Professor and Head of the Department of Sanskrit at the Central University of Odisha, as well as his previous leadership roles, highlight his dedication to academic pursuit, administration, and institutional development.

Overall, Prof. N.C. Panda emerges as a distinguished scholar whose multifaceted contributions continue to shape and enrich the Sanskrit and Indian Studies fields.