
Dr. Hanumant A. Lokhande
M.A., SET, Ph.D., PGCTE

The Department of English is reputed for excellence in teaching courses in English language and literature at the undergraduate and post graduate level. Since its inception, English has been a first choice as a special subject for students from cross section of the society. The undergraduate and post graduate courses are an eclectic blend of language and literature. While students gain mastery over language skills and become proficient in English, they also learn to appreciate and critically analyze literary works. In addition to the formal classroom teaching, students are given opportunities to participate in a host of extracurricular and extension activities related to language and literature with an objective to make them individuals who can appreciate art as well as nurture universal values such as love, compassion, brotherhood. In order to develop the spirit of research among students as well as teachers, various research oriented activities are organized throughout the year. A lot of emphasis is laid on enhancing employability skills relevant in the contemporary times. The vision of the department is realized with the help of well qualified and dedicated teachers and excellent infrastructure.
🎓 B. A. English
🎓 M. A. English
📚 Specialized Curriculum: English taught as a special subject
🎓 Advanced Education: Post-Graduate Department (Non-Grant)
👩🏫 Expert Mentorship: Permanent & highly qualified faculty
🔍 Research Excellence: Guided by three recognized Research Guides

![]() Dr. Hanumant A. LokhandeAssociate Professor M.A., SET, Ph.D., PGCTE | Dr. Padmini N. ManeAssistant Professor M.A., Ph.D. | ![]() Dr. Siddharth KaleAssistant Professor M.A., M.Phil., NET., SET., Ph.D. | ![]() Dr. Abhijay WaghmareAssistant Professor M.A., M.Ed., NET., Ph.D. |
Ms. Sakshi PhatakAssistant Professor M.A., NET. |
| Name of Faculty | Designation | Profile link | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Suresh K. Dharmadhikari | Teacher in English | View Profile | |
| Mr. Himmat T. Tobare | Teacher in English | View Profile | |
| Mr. Anil U. Pawar | Teacher in English | View Profile | |
| Mr. Nandkumar S. Nilakhe | Teacher in English | View Profile | |
| Ms. Maya Rathore | Teacher in English | ||
| Mr. Ajay Murkute | Teacher in English | ||
| Ms. Rutuja Shinde | Teacher in English | View Profile |
📚 Rich Collection of English Language & Literature: The library has an extensive and rich collection of books on English Language, Literature, and related subjects, supporting academic learning and research.
🪑 Spacious Classrooms: Well-equipped and spacious classrooms for undergraduate classes.
🎓 Separate PG Classroom: A dedicated classroom for postgraduate courses, providing a focused learning environment.
🏢 Separate Department: A dedicated departmental space that supports teaching, learning, academic activities, and student interaction.
The English Literary Association (ELA) is a vibrant student–teacher forum that brings together the academic, literary, cultural, and co-curricular activities of the Department of English throughout the year. 🌟
The ELA provides students with opportunities to express their ideas, discover their creativity, develop communication skills, explore literature, and participate in a wide range of activities beyond the classroom. Students and teachers of the department are active members of the association.
Each academic year begins with the inauguration of ELA activities by an eminent scholar or academician, inspiring students to engage enthusiastically with language, literature, research, and the arts. 🎓📖
The Poetry Reading Competition gives students a platform to express their creativity through original poetry. 📝✨
Junior and senior college students present their original compositions on a variety of themes before a panel of judges. Participants are evaluated on:
The activity encourages students to develop their creative expression, confidence, language skills, and appreciation of poetry.
Eminent guest speakers are invited to give insights into the various aspects of Research. The speech is followed by presentation of original research papers by students and teachers.
A two day Literary Fest ‘Literaria’ is organized every year in the month of January as part of the college annual youth fest ‘Nowros’. The activities held under the fest are- Literary exhibition, Literary Quiz, Hand writing Competition, Literary Games, Elocution, extempore Poetry writing competition, Cosplay, On the second day, a cultural programme is organized. Students and teachers present their talent in music, dance , drama.
In the month of August, the students of Third Year and M.A. part Two arrange a fresher’s party to welcome the students of FY AND M.A. part one. In the month of April, the juniors give a farewell to their seniors.
The play prescribed for M.A. Part 2 titled ‘Final Solutions’ written by Sahitya Akademi prize winner play right Mahesh Dattani, was staged professionally in Bharatnatyamandir, Pune. The play was produced by the Department of English and directed by Head of the department Mr Jayant Salve and Mr Yogendra Mnae. The students acted in the play and also id the music, lights and the stage. The play was the outcome of a weeklong drama workshop conducted by the department.
| Sr. No. | Name Of Research Guide | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Hanumant A. Lokhande | Recognized Ph. D. guide of SPPU |
| 3 | Dr. Padmini N. Mane | Recognized Ph. D. guide of SPPU |
| Title of Article/Paper | Journal / Book | Peer Reviewed | ISBN/ISSN No. | Publication / Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metaphor of the City and Change: The Subjugated Protagonist in Indian Literature | International Journal of Innovative Knowledge Concept | Yes | ISSN: 2454-2415 | Sonhira, Pune February 2018 |
| Literary Dimensions of Ambedkarism: The Role of Ideology and Literature in Anti-caste Struggle | Dimensions of Ambedkarism | Yes | ISBN: 978-93-85218-49-1 | Sandesh(Dept of History, Mumbai Uni.) 2018 |
| Indian Cinema: Casting Caste Through Lens | The book Aspects of Marginal Literature | NA | ISBN: 978-93-83144-55-6 | Shubham, Kanpur 2019 |
| Misguided Guide: From Novel to Film | Vidyavarta Peer-Reviewed International Refereed Research Journal | Yes | ISSN: 2319-9318 | Harshwardhan, Limbaganesh, Beed (MS) January 2020 |
| Re-telecasting of the Ramayan Amid Covid19: Narratives and Counter-narratives | LangLit: An International Peer-Reviewed Open Access Journal Vol 6, Issue 4 | Yes | ISSN: 2349-5189 | Latur May.2020 |
| Nitibodhkatha: Mahatma Phule Yaani tya Sandharbhat Kelele Vishleshan | Marathi Sanshodhan Pratika, Issue 4 | U.G.C. No. 129 | ISSN—0542- 6421 | Mumbai Marathi Granthal ay, Mumbai July- Aug- Sept. 202 0 |
| Title of Article/Paper | Journal / Book | Peer Reviewed | ISBN/ISSN No. | Publication / Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chitra Divakaruni Banerjee’s ‘ The Last Queen: Rani Jindan | Pune Research: An International Journal in English | Yes | 2454-3454 | Aradhya International January 2021. |
| Chitra Divakaruni Banerjee’s Palace of Illusion: The Feminine Sensibility | Langlit Volume 7 Issue 2 (2021) | Yes | 2349-5189 | 2021 |
| Chitra Divakaruni Banerjee’s ‘The Last Queen: A powerful Parable between Indestructible Love between Mother and Child | Langlit Volume 6 Issue 2 | Yes | 2349-5189 | 2020 |