We are delighted to share that Prof. Ravindra D. Gudi, from the Department of Chemical Engineering, has been appointed as the Deputy Director (Finance, Infrastructure & Administration) at IIT Bombay.

Prof. Gudi has been an integral part of the institute’s academic and administrative journey, known for his vision, leadership, and commitment to excellence.

A distinguished academician, Prof. Gudi obtained his B.Tech. and M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering from IIT Bombay and earned his Ph.D. from the University of Alberta, Canada. His research expertise spans process systems engineering, modelling, optimization, green engineering, and sustainable industrial practices.

He has published over 150 research papers, holds 9 U.S. patents, and is a Fellow of the Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE), NASc, and IIChE. Prof. Gudi has also served in several key administrative roles at IIT Bombay — including Dean (Alumni & Corporate Relations), Head of Department (Chemical Engineering), and Professor-in-Charge, IIT Bombay Research Park Foundation.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Prof. Gudi as he assumes this important leadership role at IIT Bombay.