Seth Kesarimal Porwal College, Kamptee

The Department of Economics is committed to fostering analytical excellence and social awareness, aligning its academic rigor with the institution's core mission of inclusive education.

The department's objectives are streamlined with the college's overarching goals:

• Vision: Championing education for all as a primary tool for eliminating poverty and fostering social inclusiveness and communal harmony.
• Mission: Providing advanced quality education to deprived sections of society while catering to all-round development, including academic, sports, and cultural growth.
• Commitment: Developing leadership, social awareness, and community feeling among students to ensure they are competitive in their careers.

• 1965: Established at the undergraduate level with Hindi and Marathi medium options.
• 1984: Post-graduate studies were introduced and continue to the present day.
• Key Transitions: Following the tenure of Prof. P. N. Ranvatkar and Prof. R.B. Tank (up to 2003), the department was managed by contributory lecturers until Dr. Renu A. Tiwari (2006) and Dr. Siddharth H. Meshram (2008) joined the faculty.
• Historic Events: Conducted a landmark workshop in 1991 on the "Social and Economical thought of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar" and a regional conference in 2010 on the "Impact of Global Warming on Indian Economy".

The department focuses on equipping students with the tools to navigate complex economic landscapes:

• Critical Thinking: Developing advanced decision-making and critical thinking skills.
• Theoretical Application: Ensuring students understand economic theories and can apply them to real-world social and economic problems.
• Problem Solving: Demonstrating the ability to use economic principles to address a wide range of contemporary issues.

The department maintains a strong focus on high-level research and advanced degree guidance:

• Ph.D. Excellence: Both faculty members are Ph.D. holders. Dr. Renu A. Tiwari is a registered Ph.D. guide for RTMNU, Nagpur, and has successfully supervised a Ph.D. awardee.
• Completed Minor Research Projects (MRP):
  1. "An Analysis of Educational Expenditure of Kamptee Region" (UGC sponsored, 2010-11).
  2. "Impact of different Govt. Schemes on Urban Poor women in Vidarbha region" (UGC sponsored, 2014-15).
• Departmental Awards: Recipient of the "Best Research Paper" award from the Vidarbha Arthshashtra Parishad.

• Resources: Students have access to comprehensive reading materials, sufficient furniture, and technology including computers and printers with internet facilities.
• Student Engagement: The department promotes active learning through regular group discussions among students.