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ମହାରାଜା ପୂର୍ଣଚନ୍ଦ୍ର ସ୍ୱୟଂଶାସିତ କଲେଜ ବାରିପଦା
| ମହାରାଜା ପୂର୍ଣଚନ୍ଦ୍ର ସ୍ୱୟଂଶାସିତ କଲେଜ ବାରିପଦା | |
| Type | Public Autonomous College |
|---|---|
| Established | July 12, 1948 |
| Affiliation | Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo University |
| Students | 7000 |
| Location | Baripada, Odisha, India |
| Campus | Urban, 330 acres (130 ha) |
| Nickname | MPC College |
| Website | mpcautocollege |
Maharaja Purna Chandra Autonomous College (commonly known as MPC College) is a public autonomous college located in Baripada, Odisha, India. Established in 1948,it is one of the earliest higher education institutions in odisha, it is the cornerstone of higher education in the Mayurbhanj district. The college campus, spanning 330 acres at the foothills of Similipal Hills, features over 25,000 trees and maintains a unique ecological initiative of feeding local birds and bees through a special budget allocation.
History
Establishment
The college was established on July 12, 1948, during the post-independence period. The college owes its inception to the efforts of the popular ministry led by Sri Sarat Chandra Das, the then Prime Minister, and Maharaja Sri Pratap Chandra Bhanj Deo, the ruling chief of the princely state of Mayurbhanj.
- Founding Leadership:
- Prime Minister: Sri Sarat Chandra Das
- Ruling Chief: Maharaja Pratap Chandra Bhanj Deo of Mayurbhanj State
| Year | Location | Significance |
|---|---|---|
| 1948 | MKC High School | Initial establishment |
| 1956 | Royal Edifice of Maharaja Pratap Chandra Bhanj Deo | Purchased by Government of Orissa |
| 2001 | Takhatpur Campus | Current location |
Historical Development
| Year | Development1948-1956-1999-1999-2001-2004}
Academic EvolutionCourse Introduction Timeline
Honours Course Introduction
Academic StructureCurrent Departments
Regular Postgraduate Departments
Self-Financing Courses
InfrastructureCampus Facilities
LibraryThe Central Library of MPC College is one of the largest academic libraries in the region. It houses: Total collection: 131,000 books Automated collection: 80,000 books with digital cataloging Special collections including rare and historical texts Regular subscription to academic journals and periodicals Modern Integrated Library Management System Digital resources and e-library facilities Reading rooms and reference sections Hostel Infrastructure
Research and PublicationsFaculty Achievements
Research Output (Last 5 Years)
Notable AchievementsAwards and Recognition
Environmental Initiatives
Modern FacilitiesTechnology Integration
Student Support
Alumni
Donations and EndowmentsThe college's campus spans a vast area of 330 acres. While 267 acres were initially allocated for the establishment of Maharaja Purna Chandra Autonomous College, an additional 63 acres were generously donated by Maharani Takat Kumari, further enhancing the institution's infrastructure and facilities. ChallengesLack of Unitary University StatusDespite its historical significance and academic contributions, MPC Autonomous College has not been granted unitary university status. This lack of recognition limits its autonomy, access to funding, and scope for research and innovation, hindering its potential to emerge as a leading institution in the region. Government ApathyThe college faces challenges due to inadequate funding and delayed infrastructure development. Limited recruitment of faculty and slow administrative processes have further constrained its ability to meet growing academic demands and modernize facilities. Stakeholders urge greater support from the government to address these issues and realize the institution’s full potential. References
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