Sridhar Makam Krishnamurthy
Indian educationist and policy expert
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Sridhar Makam Krishnamurthy (born 15 September 1954) is an Indian educationist, researcher, and education policy expert. He has contributed to the development of higher education frameworks and policy reforms in India. In 2024, he was awarded the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian honour, for his contributions to literature and education.[1][2]
Karnataka Rajyotsava Award
Kempegowda Award
Sridhar Makam Krishnamurthy | |
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| Born | September 15, 1954 Hindupur, India |
| Occupations | Educationist, researcher, policy expert |
| Known for | Contributions to education policy, National Education Policy 2023 |
| Awards | Padma Shri (2024) Karnataka Rajyotsava Award Kempegowda Award |
Early life and education
Krishnamurthy was born in Bharathipur village near Hindupur in Andhra Pradesh. He pursued his undergraduate education at SDGS College in Hindupur and later studied at Bangalore University and the University of Mysore.[3]
Affiliations and recognitions
Krishnamurthy has been associated with the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh in various capacities. He is a Paul Harris Fellow of the Rotary Foundation of Rotary International. His other recognitions include the Karnataka Rajyotsava Award, Kempegowda Award, Shikshan Bhushan by Akhil Bharatiya Rashtriya Shaikshik Mahasangh, and the General President Gold Medal of the Indian Science Congress Association.[4]