Dr. Devabhushana Rao Badana
Dr. Devabhushana Rao Badana 
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|---|---|
 Entrepreneur, Educator & Social Worker | |
| Residence | Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Entrepreneur, Educator, Social Worker |
| Known for | Mitra Group of Colleges, Hindi Vikas Vedika, Unnathi Super Speciality Hospitals |
| Organizations | Hindi Vikas Vedika, Human Right Council of India, Lions Club Srikakulam Central |
Dr. Devabhushana Rao Badana is an Indian entrepreneur, educator, and social worker based in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh. He has held leadership positions across education, healthcare, real estate, and community welfare organizations, and is known for his long-standing involvement in Hindi language promotion and social service activities in the Srikakulam region.
Early Life and Education
Dr. Badana pursued a wide range of academic qualifications across multiple disciplines, including:
- M.Ed. – Sri Venkateswara University (SVU), Tirupati, 2009–2010
- M.A. Hindi – Andhra University (AU), Visakhapatnam, 2002–2004
- M.A. Politics – Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University, Hyderabad, 2007–2008
- M.A. English – Sri Krishnadevaraya University (SKDU), Anantapur, 2010–2012
- B.Ed. Hindi – Dakshina Bharat Hindi Prachar Sabha (DBHPS), Madras, 2005–2006
- B.A. (H.P.P.) – Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, 2002–2005
- Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management (PGDHRM) – Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur, 2007–2008
- Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Science (PGDCS) – GITAM University, Visakhapatnam, 2015–2016
- Diploma in Information Technology (D.I.T.) – PACE Computers, Srikakulam, 1996
He is fluent in English, Hindi, Telugu, and Odia.
Career
Dr. Badana's career spans education, entrepreneurship, healthcare, and public service:
- Lecturer and later Principal, Chandu Hindi Pandit Training College (2008–2018)
- CEO, Mitra Group of Colleges (2009–2013)
- Director, Syamala Study Circle (2012–2021)
- Managing Director, Unnathi Super Speciality Hospitals (2021–present)
- Director, Dakshin Builders and Developers (2021–present)
Social and Public Service Roles
Dr. Badana has held numerous leadership positions in Hindi language promotion, human rights, and community welfare organizations, including:
- State President, Hindi Vikas Vedika (2008–present)
- National Chief Secretary, Human Right Council of India (2016–present)
- Secretary, Ramakrishna Vivekananda Bhava Prachara Parishadh (2017–present)
- Vice President, Kalinga Spoorthi Welfare Association (2017–present)
- General Secretary, Forum for Better Srikakulam (2017–present)
- Honourable President, National BC Welfare Association (2024–present), having earlier served as District General Secretary (2019–2024) and State Advisor (2025–present)
- Life Member and Executive Committee Member, INTACH (2019–present)
- President, Lions Club Srikakulam Central (2021–2022), later serving as Zone Chairperson (2023–2024) and District Chairperson (2024–2025)
- Vice President, Gandhi Mandir Committee (2021–present)
- Vice President, Air Travellers Association Srikakulam (2021–present)
- Chief Patron, IBBF (2024–present)
- Member, Chamber of Commerce Srikakulam (2024–present)
- Life Member, Hindi Sahitya Bharati (International)
Skills
Dr. Badana's areas of expertise include leadership and management, education and training, social work and community development, entrepreneurship and innovation, public speaking, and digital and administrative skills.
Awards and Recognition
Dr. Badana has received numerous awards and recognitions over the course of his career in education, social work, and community service, including:
- Pride of Nation Prathibha Sammaan Award (2019) and Golden Peacock Sammaan Award (2020) – MVLA Trust, Mumbai
- Best Social Service Award (2020) – District Collector, Srikakulam
- Certificate of Appreciation – Corona Warrior Honour (2021) – Human Right Council of India, New Delhi
- International Presidential Medal for Recognition of Distinguished Leadership (2021) – International Lions
- Indian Book of Records (2022) – Indian Humanitarian Award
- Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Ratna Award, National Youth Icon Award, and National Environment Award (2023) – Sahara Charitable Trust
- London Book of World Records (2023)
- Vishwa Ratna Samman and World Book Record (2024) – Worthy Wellness Foundation
- International Teacher Excellence Award – Tretayug Foundation
- Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam National Excellence Award (2025) – Tretayug Foundation
- Asia Book of Achievement Records (2026)
- European Book of Global Records – EchoHug LLC, USA (Wyoming)
He has also received several honorary doctorates, including an Honorary Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Social Science & Education from Commonwealth Vocational University, Kingdom of Tonga (2021); an Honorary Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Education and Social Work from the Iconic Peace Award Council (2023); an Honorary D.Litt. in Hindi Literature from Springfield Christian University, USA (2024); and other honorary recognitions from the Sahara Charitable Trust and the World Technology Research & Development Council, USA (2025).
Note: Several of the above recognitions are honorary titles and certificates conferred by private foundations and trusts rather than degrees from government-accredited universities or statutory national honours.
Personal Life
Dr. Devabhushana Rao Badana resides in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh.
Online Presence
- YouTube - @devasocialactivities8601
- Instagram - @deva_badana
- Facebook - Deva Bhushana Rao Badana