Dr. Jyoshna Rani Behera
Dr. Jyoshna Rani Behera is an Indian educator, author, editor, painter, singer, and multi-talented creative professional based in Rayagada, Odisha. She currently serves as a Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) at a Government High School under the Department of School and Mass Education (S & ME), Government of Odisha. Dr. Behera is known for her multidisciplinary expertise in education, psychology, arts, and Vedic sciences.
Early Life and Education
Dr. Behera was born in Rayagada, Odisha. From a young age, she displayed an interest in both academics and the arts. She pursued her undergraduate degree in Science (B.Sc) and completed her Bachelor of Education (B.Ed). Furthering her academic journey, she earned multiple postgraduate degrees, including:
- M.Sc in Mathematics
- M.Sc in Psychology
- M.A in Education
- Post Graduate Diploma in Child Psychology
She was conferred an Honorary Doctorate by Kennedy University in recognition of her lifelong contributions to education, art, and holistic development.
Career
Dr. Jyoshna Rani Behera is currently working as a TGT PCM teacher at a Government High School under the Odisha S & ME Department. In her role, she imparts education in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics to secondary-level students. She is also an active advocate of child-centric education and modern teaching methodologies.
Achievements
Dr. Jyoshna Rani Behera has been honored with over **70 national and international awards** for her exceptional contributions in the fields of education, literature, psychology, and social work. Her recognitions reflect her status as a visionary educator and multi-talented professional. Some of her notable awards include:
National and International Awards
- Iconic Brand of the Year
- Top Ten Rising Star of the Year
- International Eminence Award
- Asian Excellence Award
- Most Inspiring Visionary Women's Award
- Bharat Seva Puraskar
- Bharat Gaurav Samman
- Mahatma Gandhi Nation Pride Award
- Swamy Vivekanand Adarsh Ratna Samman
- Nari Shakti Samman Award
- Champion Book of World Records
- Emblem of Excellence Award
- International Star Award
- The Fair Vision Foundation Winner
- Bharat Seva Samman
- Best Teacher – Lions Club, Rayagada
- National Literature Award
- Best Author – Blue Cloud Publisher
- International Conference Ceremony – Doctorate in Education
- Journal Author Recognition
- Master of Letters
- Merit Certificate of Excellence
- Mother Teresa Peaceful Awards
- Master of Excellence
- Master of Studies
- Atulya Bharat Puraskar
- The Star Power Awards – Bharat Good Times
- Women Excellence Awards – Bharat Good Times
- Sikhyak Ratna Samman
- 50 Under 50 Powerful Personalities
- Salute the Talent – Worthy Wellness
- India Iconic Award
- Mentor of Knowledge
- Bapu Swaraj Award
- Dr. B.R. Ambedkar International Socialist Award
- Socialist Award
- Mahatma Gandhi International Icon Award
- Biswakabi Rabindranath Tagore International Memorist Award
- Swami Vivekanand International Pride Achievers Award
- Gautam Buddha International Religionist Award
- Mother Teresa Book of Indian Pride
- Rabindranath Tagore Hall of Fame Award
- Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Bharat Ratna Samman
- Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam National Star Award
- National Excellence Achievers Award
- Super Woman 2025 – F-Asia
- Stree Gaurav Samman
- Mahatma Gandhi Personality of the Year
- SCT Global Excellence Award
- Dedicated Teacher Educator – NRM Timeless Magazine
- Rashtriya Naitikta Samman – Tretayug Foundation
- Indian Icon Young Achiever Award
- City Excellence Award
- India's Education Excellence Award 2025
- Nehru Smruti Samman
- Indian Excellence Award – StartUp Sikhya Foundation
- Swamy Vivekanand Prerana Samman
- Bharat Prativa Samman Puraskar
- Sambidhan Rakhyak Samman
- Bharat Pratibha Sammaan – Education & Social Work
- Educator Award for Hindi Divas
- Inspiring Woman Visionary Award 2025 – Tretayug Foundation
- Inspiring Educationist Award
- India's Top 30 Inspiring Women Award – Femnonor Magazine
- Bharatiya Hindu Ratna Puraskar
- Community Organizer Award – Quest Alliance
- Mukhyamantri Sikhya Puraskar – Mathematics
- Mukhyamantri Sikhya Puraskar – Alumni Award
- Mukhyamantri Sikhya Puraskar – Thanks Giving Award
- Nation Pride Award for Teacher & Career Counselor – Trust of Pressman
Creative and Artistic Endeavors
A prolific artist and performer, Dr. Behera is:
- A published author and editor
- A skilled pencil sketcher and painter
- A trained singer
- A drama script writer and director
- A certified temple architect
- A Vedic Mathematics trainer
- A coding instructor passionate about introducing technology in schools
She integrates her creative talents with her teaching practice, often using drama, music, and art to enhance classroom learning and make abstract concepts accessible to students.
Contributions
- Conducted workshops on Vedic Mathematics and Child Psychology
- Written and directed school-level dramas promoting social awareness and moral values
- Counseled hundreds of students as a career advisor
- Advocated for holistic development through the use of visual arts, performing arts, and psychological insights
Personal Life
Dr. Behera resides in Indira Nagar 6th Lane (INN-01), near Rayagada College, OMP Road, Rayagada – 765001, Odisha. She can be contacted via email at: jyoshnabehera1982@gmail.com.
See Also
- Odisha School and Mass Education Department
- Vedic Mathematics
- Child Psychology in India