Prof. (Dr.) Rashmi Sharma, Dean and Head of the School of Earth Sciences at Banasthali Vidyapith, is a seasoned academician with over 20 years of experience in higher education. She holds an M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Geography from the University of Rajasthan, along with an LL.B. and a Postgraduate Diploma in Disaster Management (PGDDM), reflecting her interdisciplinary expertise.

Dr. Sharma has made significant contributions to teaching, research, and academic leadership. She has delivered keynote addresses and invited lectures at leading platforms such as the International Conference on Sustainable Development (ICECSDEC 2025, MGSU Bikaner) and institutions including Dayanand College, Hisar; GDC Memorial College, Bhiwani; and Banasthali Vidyapith. She has supervised seven Ph.D. scholars, with two theses currently submitted. Her academic leadership includes chairing technical sessions at major conferences like the 45th Indian Geography Congress (2023) and serving on Boards of Studies and faculty selection committees at institutions such as MS University of Baroda and Jain Vishva Bharati Institute. She has also served as a judge for the Dr. Saminderjit Singh Young Geographer Award (2022) and participated as a panelist and guest of honor at various forums.

As the Nodal Officer of IUINDRR at Banasthali Vidyapith, Dr. Sharma has led numerous outreach programs focused on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR). She has organized national conferences, faculty development programs, and hands-on technical workshops. Her efforts in environmental education are reflected in student activities like drawing competitions and awareness campaigns. From 2017 to 2019, she was a Special Invitee to the Executive Council of the Institute of Indian Geographers. Dr. Sharma’s career is defined by her commitment to sustainability, community engagement, and the advancement of geographic education and research.