Phalguni
mookhopadhayay
A Visionary, An Architect, A Pioneer
The Life That Shaped an Era
Born on February 28, 1955, in Uttarpara, Hooghly, West Bengal, is the Founder-Chancellor of Brainware University and the Founder-Chairman and Managing Director of Brainware Consultancy Private Limited and Webguru Infosystems Private Limited.
He completed his schooling at Ramakrishna Mission Vidyalaya, Narendrapur, and went on to earn an Honours degree in Economics from St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata, a Master’s in Economics from Calcutta University, and an MBA from the Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management (IISWBM). Chancellor Mookhopadhayay has significantly impacted the education sector by establishing Brainware as a leading institution offering diverse, affordable, and high-quality programmes.
His Journey and Legacy
1980
Started as a management trainee at Hindustan Lever Limited
1981-1990
Worked as a market planner for the ABP Group
1991
Founded Brainware Computer Academy on S.C. Avenue, Kolkata
1992-1995
Offered School Leavers’ programme; DTP training; DOEACC affiliation
1996-2000
Expanded operations all over India; partnered with Jadavpur University
2000
Expanded amid global recession; received ISO certification
2001-2004
Established 30,000 sq. ft. corporate office at Salt Lake Sector V
Phalguni Mookhopadhayay’s
Philanthropic Projects
Sabita Devi Education Trust
In 2007, Phalguni Mookhopadhayay founded the Sabita Devi Education Trust, honouring his mother's legacy. This trust drives numerous educational initiatives and social programmes aimed at uplifting communities.
Crystal Wellness Clinic
As Managing Trustee of Crystal Wellness Clinic, alongside Dr. Rima Mukherji, Mookhopadhayay offers holistic mental health support, focusing on individuals with disturbed or disordered minds.
Kiran Initiative
Through the "Kiran" initiative, in partnership with Kolkata Police, Chancellor Mookhopadhayay empowers underprivileged youth with Information Technology skills, fostering better employment opportunities.
Vocational Training
Committed to societal well-being, Mookhopadhayay sponsors vocational training programmes for needy individuals, helping them acquire essential skills for improved job prospects.
Professional Affiliations
He is an active member of prestigious organisations like the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), the Bengal National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BNCCI), and the National Institute of Personnel Management (NIPM), reflecting his dedication to community service and professional excellence.
Brainware University
A Dream That Did Come TruePhalguni Mookhopadhayay is the Founder-Chancellor of Brainware University, a private institution in Barasat, West Bengal, India. Established on February 25, 2016, under the West Bengal Act XXXI of 2015, the university is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and has the authority to confer degrees. Initially founded as a private engineering college, Brainware evolved into an IT education university before becoming a private university. The 9-acre campus, located at Barasat Kazipara, offers a range of on-campus Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctoral, and Diploma programmes.
Collaborations and Partnerships
Collaborated with Bournville College, UK
Livingstone College, North Carolina, USA (student exchange MBA)
Hanyang University, Republic of Korea
Sejong University, Republic of Korea
Kasama University College of Health Science and Technology, Zambia
Crystal Minds: Defeat Depression
Webguru Infosystems and Brainware University Collaboration
Awards and Recognitions
Academic and Government Recognitions of
Phalguni Mookhopadhayay
- All India Merit Scholarship
- All India UNO Information Test Certificate
- All India General Knowledge Test Certificate
Professional Achievements of Phalguni Mookhopadhayay
- 2009: Gurukul Award for the Best Software Institution
- The Samman from Kolkata Police
Sports and
Athletics
- Three-star holder in sports and athletics
- Member of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Air Wings
Phalguni Mookhopadhayay’s
Creative Interests and Pursuits
Music
In 2023, Phalguni Mookhopadhayay launched the ambitious ‘Celebrating Tagore’ project on the occasion of Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore’s 162nd birth anniversary. This initiative aims to popularise Tagore’s timeless compositions- Rabindra Sangeet, beyond the border of Bengal, through rich renditions and anecdotal voiceovers. Leading a dedicated team, Chancellor Mookhopadhayay meticulously gathers contextual insights and translates each verse, sharing them on his widely followed YouTube channel. Garnering global acclaim, ‘Celebrating Tagore’ has amassed over 13 million views, passionately advocating for the universal appreciation of Tagore's music and poetry.
Photography
Phalguni Mookhopadhayay’s versatile photography captures diverse landscapes and cultures across India, from the hilly terrains of Meghalaya, picturesque Purulia to the ancient Ghats of Varanasi. He has now undertaken the task of curating his captivating photography into compiled photo books, each being a visual journey through India.
Digital Artistry
Chancellor Mookhopadhayay is a self-taught digital artist known for his remarkable artworks. His solo exhibition, 'Creative Contours,' held on the 10th, 11th, and 12th of February 2023 at Gaganendra Shilpa Pradarshashala in Kolkata, West Bengal, showcased much of his artistic skill.
Filmmaking
Mookhopadhayay’s solo production, direction, and editing of the documentary film “Defeat Depression” in collaboration with Crystal Minds Wellness Clinic offers an insightful exploration into mental health issues. It has also been utilised for educational purposes at a police training academy in Hyderabad.
- Defeat Depression
- Official film
- A joint initiative of Brainware University and Crystal Minds
Literary Contributions
Celebrating TagoreTribute To The Bard Of Bengal
On the occasion of Rabindranath Tagore’s 163rd birth anniversary, marking the one-year completion of the “Celebrating Tagore” initiative in 2024, Chancellor Mookhopadhayay has announced the upcoming publication of Celebrating Tagore, a book that explores lesser-known aspects of Tagore and his music.
Media and Publications
Celebrating Tagore and his songs with a YouTube channel by Brainware University
A brainchild of Phalguni Mookhopadhayay, the project aims to reach 100000 non-Bengali and Bengali households outside India through 100 songs
- Barnini Maitra Chakraborty
- 04.07.23, 12:00 PM
Art Meets Paper
Some of Chancellor Mookhopadhayay’s paintings have also been published in an artbook titled “Creative Contours”.
Interview | Zee 24 Ghanta Phalguni Mookhopadhayay 2024
Phalguni Mookhopadhayay Chancellor Brainware University at 6th Skill Development Summit 2018
Upcoming Events
Brainware University Expansion - Jagulia Campus
Building Tomorrow, TodayChancellor Mookhopadhayay is proud to announce its major expansion project at Jagulia, West Bengal. With newly acquired land and upcoming state-of-the-art buildings, the Jagulia campus will soon accommodate an advanced, vibrant academic community.
Kashi Katha
Tale As Old As TimeChancellor Mookhopadhayay is proud to announce its major expansion project at Jagulia, West Bengal. With newly acquired land and upcoming state-of-the-art buildings, the Jagulia campus will soon accommodate an advanced, vibrant academic community.