New Delhi : Dr. Partha Pradip Adhikari, Principal of Pranabananda International School, Silchar, has been honoured with the prestigious “India’s Most Dynamic Principal of the Year 2026” award in recognition of his contribution to educational leadership, institutional development, academic excellence and holistic education. The award was presented at the 15th Golden AIM Conference & Awards for Excellence & Leadership in Education & Healthcare, held at Radisson Blu, Dwarka, New Delhi.

The prestigious event brought together eminent medical professionals, healthcare leaders, academicians, researchers and professionals from India and abroad. Several distinguished personalities were honoured for their significant and pioneering contributions to medicine, healthcare, research, education and innovation.

The conference also featured expert presentations on contemporary developments in healthcare and technology. Dr. Sanjeev Gulati, Chairman, Fortis Institute of Renal Sciences & Transplantation, Fortis Hospitals, NCR, spoke on “Viral Health: The Double-Edged Sword of Social Media in Medicine,” highlighting the opportunities and challenges associated with social media in healthcare. Prof. Sheffali Gulati, Chief of the Child Neurology Division, AIIMS, New Delhi, presented “From Early Detection to Personalised Care: The Digital Revolution in Pediatric Neurology,” focusing on the emerging role of digital technology in early detection and personalised care.

Dr. Adhikari has been serving as Principal and Joint Secretary of Pranabananda International School, Silchar, since September 2017. Under his leadership, the institution, functioning under the aegis of Bharat Sevashram Sangha, has continued to advance an educational framework integrating academic learning with scientific inquiry, discipline, sports, cultural activities and social responsibility.

A scientist by training, Dr. Adhikari holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry with specialisation in Medicinal Chemistry and Natural Products. Before entering school leadership, he pursued his academic and research career at Assam University, where he served as a UGC research fellow and subsequently as a Lecturer at the School of Technology. His research interests include medicinal chemistry, natural products, bioactive phytochemicals and nanomaterials, with his work published in international research journals.

Alongside research, he has contributed to postgraduate research mentoring, delivered invited lectures at academic institutions and conferences, and served as a reviewer for international research journals.

His engagement with scientific innovation has continued alongside his educational responsibilities. In September 2026, he filed a patent application relating to an Artificial Intelligence-based Cervical Carcinoma Risk Prediction, Oxygen Therapy, HPV Monitoring and Clinical Decision Support System.

Dr. Adhikari has received several recognitions for his contributions to education and leadership, including the Science Olympiad Foundation Best District Principal Award, Best Zonal Principal Award, Skill Bharat Samman, Excellence in Higher Education Award, UNESCO Ambassador Award and Rabindranath Tagore National Principal Award. In 2025, he was also honoured as “Principal of the Year 2025” at the 25th EduLeaders Summit & Awards in Guwahati.

Under his leadership, Pranabananda International School, Silchar has progressed to the Senior Secondary (ISC) level under CISCE. The school places emphasis on science-based projects, sports, martial arts, cultural activities, exhibitions and experiential learning as part of its broader educational approach.

Expressing his gratitude after receiving the honour, Dr. Adhikari acknowledged the contribution and support of Bharat Sevashram Sangha, the school’s teachers, students, parents, colleagues and well-wishers, whose collective efforts have contributed to the institution’s development.

The recognition marks another significant milestone in Dr. Partha Pradip Adhikari’s professional journey across education, scientific research, innovation and institutional leadership, while also highlighting the academic and institutional growth of Pranabananda International School, Silchar on a national platform.