Dr. Pradip Sugdeo Gayki
Dr. Pradip Sugdeo Gayki 
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 Traffic Controller, Fine Artist, Author & Social Worker | |
| Born | 1 September 1978 |
| Birth Place | Nimgaon, Nandura, Buldana, Maharashtra, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Caste | Mali (OBC) |
| Occupation | Traffic Controller (MSRTC), Fine Artist, Author, Poet, Social Worker |
| Qualifications | B.A., M.A., A.T.D., G.D. Art, C.Lib., D.Lit. |
| Known for | 72+ National & International Awards, London Book of World Record 2025, MF Husain National Award 2025, MSRTC 17 Years Service |
| Organisation | Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) |
| City | Nimgaon, Nandura, Buldana, Maharashtra, India |
| Mobile | 9604743992 / 7666391771 |
| gaykip123@gmail.com | |
Dr. Pradip Sugdeo Gayki is an Indian traffic controller, fine artist, author, poet and social worker based in Nimgaon, Nandura Taluka, Buldana District, Maharashtra, India. Born on 1 September 1978, he serves as a Traffic Controller at Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC), Nandura Bus Stand — a position he has held for 17 years. Beyond his professional role in public transport, Dr. Gayki is a multifaceted creative personality — a painter, sculptor, cartoon artist, writer, poet and social worker — who has earned remarkable recognition for his contributions to fine arts, literature and social service. He is the recipient of 72+ national and international awards including the London Book of World Record 2025, the MF Husain National Award 2025 for Fine Art, the Honorary Doctorate (D.Lit.) 2025, the USA Book of World Record 2025 and numerous prestigious state and national honours. He has also accumulated 50+ certificates across different sectors — reflecting the extraordinary breadth of his talent and social engagement.
Background
Dr. Pradip Sugdeo Gayki was born on 1 September 1978 in Nimgaon, Nandura Taluka, Buldana District, Maharashtra, India. His address is At Po: Nimgaon, Tq. Nandura, Dist: Buldana — Pin 443404, Maharashtra. From an early age, he developed a deep passion for drawing, painting, sculpture and writing — a passion that has grown alongside his professional career and produced an extraordinary body of creative work and social contribution.
His life is a remarkable example of how an ordinary government employee can pursue extraordinary creative and social goals — becoming a celebrated artist, author and awardee while fulfilling his daily duties as a public servant.
Education
- B.A. — Bachelor of Arts
- M.A. — Master of Arts
- A.T.D. — Art Teacher's Diploma
- G.D. Art — Government Diploma in Art
- C.Lib. — Certificate in Library Science
- D.Lit. — Doctor of Literature (Honorary, 2025)
Professional Career
MSRTC — Traffic Controller (17 Years)
Dr. Pradip Sugdeo Gayki has been serving as a Traffic Controller at Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC), Nandura Bus Stand for 17 years — contributing to the smooth, safe and efficient operation of public bus transport in the Nandura region of Buldana District.
S.T. Workers Union — 17 Years
Alongside his MSRTC service, Dr. Gayki has been an active member of the S.T. Workers M.N.R.P.K.S. Union for 17 years — advocating for the rights, welfare and interests of transport workers across Maharashtra.
Maharashtra Navnirman Rajya Parivahan Kamgar Sena — State Secretary
Dr. Gayki serves as the State Secretary of Maharashtra Navnirman Rajya Parivahan Kamgar Sena — a significant leadership position in the transport workers' movement of Maharashtra, reflecting his commitment to labour rights and worker welfare.
Academic — Assistant Lecturer (2009)
Dr. Gayki also served as an Assistant Lecturer at B.N.C. Fine Art College, Khamgaon in 2009 — contributing to fine arts education and mentoring young artists.
Creative Work
Dr. Pradip Sugdeo Gayki is a versatile and prolific creative artist whose work spans multiple disciplines:
- Drawing and Painting — Fine art paintings across various styles and subjects
- Sculpture — Three-dimensional artistic works
- Cartoon Painting — Political and social commentary through cartoon art
- Writing — Creative and social writing
- Letter Writing — Correspondence as a literary art form
- Poem Writing — Original poetry in Marathi and other languages
- Story Writing — Short stories and narrative fiction
- Essay Writing — Academic and social essays
His creative work reflects a deep engagement with society, culture, history and the human condition — making him one of Maharashtra's most versatile grassroots artists.
Social Work
Dr. Pradip Sugdeo Gayki is deeply committed to social service — participating in community development, social awareness and welfare activities across Buldana and Maharashtra. His social work is reflected in his extensive list of recognitions from social organisations, educational bodies and government agencies across the state and the country.
Awards and Recognition
Dr. Pradip Sugdeo Gayki has received an extraordinary 72+ national and international awards — a testament to the breadth and depth of his contributions to fine art, literature, social service and public life:
- Creative Hand of Maharashtra Award 2024
- Savitrimai Fule Rashtriya Prerna Award 2025
- Mahamanav Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Rashtriya Vichar Prerna Award 2025
- Lokmata Ahilyamai Holkar Jeevan Gaurav Award 2025
- Indian Excellence State Award for Fine Art 2025
- Rajarshi Shahu Rashtriya Sanman Award 2025
- State Level Adarsh Sahityik Samajratna Award 2025
- Honorary Doctorate Award (D.Lit.) 2025
- International Icon Award 2025
- Bharat Seva Ratna Award 2025
- Bhartiya Sarvashreshtha Samman 2025
- Bhartiya Gaurav Samman 2025
- India News Media Council Rising Bharat Star's Award
- Maharashtra Gaurav Puraskar 2025
- White Lotus Events Rashtriya Ratna Samman 2025
- Rashtra Seva Samman 2025
- Bharat Gaurav Samman 2025
- International Achievers Award 2025
- India Star Passion Award 2025
- Swami Vivekananda Pride Achievers Award 2025
- Chanakya National Leadership Award 2025
- Netaji Subhashchandra Bose Global Icon Leadership Award (National) 2025
- Rashtriya Darpan Karyagaurav Award (National) 2025
- Worthy Wellness "Vishwaratna Sanman" (National) 2025
- Fair Vision "Hinduratna" National Award 2025
- Global Education Media Rashtriya Gaurav Sanman 2025
- Global Icon "Shiksharatna" National Award 2025
- Dnyanuday Foundation Rashtriya "Kalashiromani" Award 2025
- Dainik Karnadar "National Icon" State Level Award 2025
- Dainik Karnadar "Lokneta" State Level Award 2025
- Shivpratishthan State Level Kalaratna Award 2025
- Gunwant Kamgar Association "Rashtriya Kamgar Ratna" State Level Award 2025
- London Book of World Record — International Award 2025
- Bharatbhushan National Award 2025
- Adarsh Vidyaratna Sanman 2025
- Bharat Seva Ratna Tatvadnyanache Pradhyayan National Award 2025
- National Shiksha Ratna Sanman National Award 2025
- Doctor of Literature (D.Lit.) 2025
- Maharashtra Kirti State Level Award 2025
- Icon of Maharashtra State Level Award 2025
- Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Bhartiya Ratna Sanman National Award 2025
- Ravindra Ratna National Award 2025
- Rashtriya Gaurav Sanman National Award 2025
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Shourya National Award 2025
- Anandi Universe Maharashtra Kirti State Level Award 2025
- Bharat Human Right Foundation "Maharashtra Ratna Gaurav Puraskar" 2025
- Iconic Personality Award 2025
- Global Achievers (Artist of the Year) National Award 2025
- Art Excellence National Award 2025
- Rashtraprerna National Award 2025
- Maharashtra Prerna State Level Award 2025
- Sardar Patel Pride of Nation National Award 2025
- Global Excellence National Award 2025
- P.M. Modi Vision of Bharat National Award 2025
- City Excellence Award 2025
- Bhartiya Padmabhushan Award 2025
- Rashtra Gaurav State Level Award 2025
- MF Husain National Award 2025 for Fine Art
- Art Contest Award 2025
- USA Book of World Record 2025
- Paramount Book of World Record 2025
- Prestigious Book of World Record 2025
- Orient Book of World Record 2025
- Bharat Bhushan National Award 2025
- Nature Foundation State Level "Utkrushta Samajratna Puraskar" 2025
- Bangal Gaurav Puraskar 2025
- Yashaswi Vyaktimatva Gaurav Sanman (Nature Foundation) 2025
- World Book of Record 2025
- U.N. Book of World Record 2025
- Global Excellence National Award 2025
- Indian Book of World Record 2025
- World Excellence Book of Records 2025
- 50+ Certificates across different sectors
Vision and Goals
Dr. Pradip Sugdeo Gayki's vision is to continue growing as a fine artist, writer and social worker — using his creative gifts and professional platform to contribute meaningfully to Maharashtra's cultural heritage and to inspire others from ordinary backgrounds to pursue extraordinary dreams. He aspires to become one of the most celebrated fine artists and social voices in India — representing the best of Maharashtra's grassroots creative tradition.
Online Presence
- Email — gaykip123@gmail.com
- Mobile — 9604743992 / 7666391771