Prof. Kumar Molugaram is the Patron of the DPIIT-IPR Chair at Osmania University. He is the 26th Vice-Chancellor of the 100+ year old Osmania University and Senior Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, University College of Engineeringis a highly esteemed academic and researcher in Civil Engineering, with a career that spans over 29 years. He earned his Bachelor's degree from Osmania University, a Master's degree from J.N.T. University, and a Doctorate from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay. Currently, he serves as the Senior Professor of Civil Engineering at the University College of Engineering, Osmania University (OU), where he has made substantial contributions to both teaching and research.

Prof. Kumar has authored over 100 research papers published in international and national journals and conferences. He has supervised more than 90 M.E. dissertations and several Ph.D. theses. His exemplary work has earned him several prestigious awards, including the "Best Teacher State Award" from the Government of Telangana in 2018, the "Engineer of the Year 2018" award from the Institution of Engineers India and the Government of Telangana, and the Vishwesharaya Best Faculty Award by Smart Infrast Trustee of India in 2019. He was also recognized for his outstanding papers at national and international levels in 2010 and 2014.