ABOUT ME
Dr. D.Y. Patil (Dnyandeo Yashwantrao Patil) is a prominent Indian educationist, philanthropist, and former politician, famous as the founder of the vast D.Y. Patil Group, a leading educational and healthcare conglomerate with institutions across India, particularly in Maharashtra, known for his work in education, healthcare, sports, and agriculture, and for serving as the Governor of Bihar, West Bengal, and Tripura.
Key Aspects of Dr. D.Y. Patil:
- Founder of D.Y. Patil Group: He established numerous schools, colleges, and universities (like DY Patil University) offering diverse programs in engineering, medicine, management, hospitality, and more.
- Education & Healthcare Pioneer: Visionary in expanding access to quality education and healthcare services.
- Philanthropy & Social Work: Recognized for his extensive contributions to society.
- Political Career: A leader from the Indian National Congress, he served as the Governor of Bihar, Tripura, and West Bengal.
- Awards: Honored with the prestigious Padma Shri Award.
Key Organizations/Institutions:
- D.Y. Patil University (Pune): A private university offering various professional courses.
- D.Y. Patil Education Society (Kolhapur): Focuses on higher education in health sciences and other fields.
- D.Y. Patil Group: A broad network of institutions covering education (DYPU, DYPCOE), healthcare, and other sectors.