
Nagpur: Former Vidarbha cricketer Vinita Sarman Yadav has added another significant achievement to her career by being awarded a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Library and Information Science by Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU).
Her doctoral research, titled “A Study of Usage of E-Resources in CBSE Schools in Maharashtra,” was completed under the guidance of Dr. Ashok Kumar Khobragade of RTMNU’s Department of Library and Information Science.
Dr. Yadav is currently serving as Librarian at Centre Point School, Amravati Road Bypass, Nagpur. Alongside her academic and professional responsibilities, she remains actively associated with cricket administration. She is an Executive Member of the Vidarbha Cricket Association (VCA) and represents the VCA as the Female Representative of the Indian Cricketers’ Association (ICA).
Expressing her gratitude on the achievement, Dr. Yadav acknowledged the guidance and encouragement of her research supervisor, Dr. Ashok Kumar Khobragade, and Dr. Mangala Hirwade, Dean and Head of the Department.
She also expressed her appreciation to Dr. Prince Ajaykumar T. Agashe, Librarian, Matru Sewa Sangh Institute of Social Work; Perveen Cassad, Principal of Centre Point School; and the management of Lighthouse Learning Pvt. Ltd. for their support and encouragement.
She further acknowledged the blessings of her parents and the constant encouragement of friends, colleagues and well-wishers who supported her throughout her academic journey.
Her achievement marks an important milestone, reflecting her commitment to academic advancement alongside her continued association with the sporting fraternity.



