​Dr. Neelu Rawat is an accomplished Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Sociology at the Central University of Punjab. A dedicated academic with a Ph.D. in Sociology, she specializes in the Sociology of Change and Development, Tribal Studies, Women Studies, and Diaspora Studies. She has a robust record of research, with numerous publications, and actively supervises Ph.D. scholars. Dr. Rawat has successfully led major research projects funded by national bodies like the ICSSR. She also holds significant memberships in various academic councils and editorial boards, reflecting her standing in the field.​