Dr Sulekha Ojha

Designation: 
Head, Sr Assistant Prof.
Address: 
Department of Fashion & Textiles IIS(Deemed to be) University, Jaipur
Email: 
sulekha.ojha@iisuniv.ac.in
Educational Qualifications: 
  • Ph.D, Sustainability of Metal Embroidery Industry of Rajasthan, The IIS University, 2014
  • M.Sc in Garment Production and Export management, University of Rajasthan, 2010
  • B.Sc in Bio Science, Calcutta University, 1995

Other Qualification

  • CADEMY, 5th Jan- 9th Jan, 2021
  • Certificate course
  • Advance Diploma in Fashion designing from NIFD-Annamalai University,2003-2005
  • Advance Diploma in Software Application from TULEC, 1998
  • EDP certificate course in Jewellery Designing, 2006
  • Certificate course on “Innovation through Design: Think, Make, Break, Repeat, The University of SYDNEY through Coursera, Feb 2022
  • Certificate course on “Corporate Sustainability. Understanding and Seizing the Strategic Opportunity” by Università Bocconi, through Coursera, June, 2021
  • Certificate course on “Sustainable Digital Innovation” an online course by EIT Digital through Coursera, May 30, 2021
  • Certificate course on “Digital Teaching Techniques” an online course by ICT A
  •  on Design Thinking for Innovation an online coursed by University of Virginia and through Coursera, Oct 26, 2020
  • Certificate course on “Managing the Company of the Future” an online course by University of London and London Business School through Coursera, Oct 24, 2020
  • Certificate course on “Management of Fashion and Luxury Companies”  an online course  by Università Bocconi  through Coursera, 4 oct 2020
  • Certificate course on “Brand Management: Aligning Business, Brand and Behaviour” an online  course by University of London and London Business School through Coursera, Sep 18 , 2020
  • Certificate course on “Sustainable Fashion” an online course by Copenhagen Business School through Coursera, Sep 17, 2020

 

Career Profile: 
  • Additional head, Senior Assistant Professor, Dept. Of Fashion and Textile Technology, (August 2020- till date), IIS(Deemed to be University), Jaipur
  • Additional head, Assistant Professor, Dept. Of Fashion and Textile Technology, (2015-16) The IIS University, Jaipur
  • Assistant Professor, Dept. Of Fashion And Textile Technology, (2010-16) The IIS University, Jaipur
  • Assistant Lecturer, Dept. Of Fashion And Textile Technology,(2006-10) International College For Girl’s, Jaipur
  • Visiting Faculty, Dept. Of Fashion And Textile Technology,(2005-06) International College For Girl’s, Jaipur
  • Coordinator, (2007-16), Fashion Designing (COSD), International College For Girl’s, Jaipur
  • Guild Coordinator- Fashion Designing Guild, (2008-2016) International College For Girl’s, Jaipur
  • Coordinator, 2004-2005, Trendz Gallery, NIFD, Jaipur
  • Free Lance Reporter, January2001 - Dec’2002 , Hindustan Times, Jaipur

 

Administrative Assignments: 

 

 

Areas of Interest / Specialization: 

Traditional Textiles of India, Embroidery, Documentation, Fashion designing, Sketching, Illustration, Computer Aided Design, Paintings.  Worked extensively in the research areas related to designing, fashion shows and product development.

 

Subjects Taught: 

Under Graduate Level-Fashion Illustration, Fashion Trends and Forecasting, CAD

Post Graduate Level- World Textile Conservation, CAD, Merchandising

Research Guidance: 

Supervision of PG thesis

  • Development of Nehru Jackets for Men using Aipan Art Motifs with Mirror work, 2021-22
  • Consumer Behaviour Towards Sustainable Fashion Practices, 2021-22
  • Product Development by Fusion of Gond Art Motif with Kantha Stitch, 2020-21
  • A study on fitting problems in men’s traditional ready to wear garments, 2015-16
  • Application of Suf Motifs using Machine embroidery on Men’s apparel , 2014-15
  • A study on women racket sportswear and Developing garments for squash, 2014-15
  • Buying Behaviour of Khadi Among the Youth (21-29) of Jaipur and developing Innovative Khadi Products, 2013-14
  • Innovative Crochet products through recycled fabrics scrap, 2012-13
  • Buying behaviour of college going girls towards jeans, 2011-12
  • Documentation of Kalga motifs of Kashmiri shawl and developing new design for kurtis, 2010-11
  • Technical upgradation of Apparel firms, 2008-09
  • A comparative study of the carpet industry of Agra and Jaipur,2007-08
  • A need based approach for women entrepreneur: Developing paper pattern of salwar kameez, 2006-07

 

Publications Profile: 

Publication Profile

Research Paper published in Referred/ Peer Reviewed International and national Journals

  • Ojha, S. & Samal, K. Buying Behaviours of Females of Jaipur City Towards slow Fashion, Textile Trends, May, 2023, ISSN 0040-5205vol LXVI,  36-40.
  • Ojha, S., Handmade Products using fabric waste: A step towards sustainability, METSZET JOURNAL, 2023, VOLUME 8 ISSUE 3,  ISSN:2061-2710, pp 149-158
  • Ojha, S., & Sharma, C. A study on fitting problems in Men’s traditional ready to wear garments(Lower wear), Journal of Textile Association, Sept-Oct 2022, 88/3, (152-156),  (ISSN 0368-4636)
  • Ojha, S., & Sahay, N. Adaptation of Gond Art Motif Using Kantha Stitch for Product Development,, The IIS University, Journal Of Arts, July 2022, vol 11 issue (1), pp 362- 370. ISSN 2319-5339.

  • Ojha, S., & Sahay, N. Adaptation of Gond Art Motif Using Kantha Stitch for Product Development,, The IIS University, Journal Of Arts, July 2022, vol 11 issue (1), pp 362- 370. ISSN 2319-5339.
  • Ojha, S., The Popularity of Social Media Marketing Platforms for The Buying of Fashion Products Among Young Women (20-29 Years), Dogo Rangsang Research Journal UGC Care Group I Journal, ISSN: 2347-7180 Vol-12 Issue-04 No. 03 April 2022
  • Ojha, S., A Study On Up-Cycling Of Fabric Waste Towards Sustainable Development Of Fashion Industry, International journal of Multidisciplinary Educational Research,  April 2021, Vol. 4(4):127:130,  ISSN: 2277-7881
  • Ojha, S., & Sharma, C. A study on fitting problems in Men’s traditional ready to wear garments(Upper wear), International journal for environmental rehabilitation and conservation,  Aug 2018, Vol. IX(1):38-44,  ISSN 0975-6272
  • Ojha, S., & Kashyap, R. A profile of artisans of Danke-ka-Kaam embroidery in present Scenario, Man Made Textiles in India, Dec 2015, Vol. XLIII No.11, issue 1, pp20-25. ISSN 0377-7537
  • Ojha. S., & Apoorva, A Study on Parents’ Opinion and Awareness about Kids wear, Journal of Arts , The IIS University,  Vol.4(1), 50-60, July 2015, ISSN 2319-5339
  • Ojha, S & Pareek, S, A study on Attributes and Buying Behaviour of College Going Girls towards Jeans,  Journal of Textile Association, vol 73, no1, Mar-April, 2015, pp35-40 (ISSN 0368-4636)
  • Choudhary, P & Ojha, S. Buying Behaviour of Khadi among the Youth(21-29) of Jaipur and developing Innovative Khadi Products, Nov14-Apr15, Research Reinforcement, Vol II, pp 96-101.ISSN 2348-3857,
  • Ojha, S.,& Tiwari, G. Innovative Crochet products through recycled fabrics scrap, July 2014, Textile Trends, July, 2014, vol LV, no 8, 49-52.
  • Ojha, S.,& Kashyap, R. Product Development through Combination of Embroidery of Mukke-Ka-Kaam and Gota work of Rajasthan, The IIS University, Journal Of Arts, July 2013, vol2, issue 1, pp 60- 65. ISSN 2319-5339.
  • Ojha, S., & Kashyap, R. A documentation and exploration of mukke-ka-kaam: The metal embroidery of Rajasthan, Research Reach Journal of Home Science , Vol. 12, No.2,July 2013, pp20-25, ISSN 0974-617X,
  • Kashyap, R., Sharma, L. &Ojha, S. Product Diversification on Jute fabric through Dabu printing, Colourage, December 2012, vol LIX No. 12,41-42.ISSN:0010-1826.
  • Ojha, S., Kashyap, R., Raizada, S., Popularity of online retailing among the youth of Jaipur, The IIS University, Journal Of Commerce & Management, Nov 2012, vol I, pp 73-83, ISSN 2320-4907.
  • Kashyap, R., Ojha, S. & Soni, J. Exploration and Documentation of Traditional Danke-Ka-Kaam of Udaipur, Textile Trends, November, 2012, vol LV, no 8, 49-52.
  • Kashyap, R., Ojha, S &Soni, J, Value addition of the products through traditional Danka Craft of Udaipur, Journal of Textile Association, vol 73, no1, May-June, 2012, pp35-40 (ISSN 0368-4636)
  • Ojha, S., Developing Product Range Through Victorian Age Redwork Embroidery, The IIS University, Journal Of Arts, May 2012, vol I, pp 96-100. ISSN 2319-5339.
  • Kashyap, R., Ojha, S. Simulation of Designs of Gota work of Rajasthan, vol III, issue 31, April, 2012, pp76-78 (ISSN 0975-3486).

Publication in Book  

International

  • Ojha, S., New Horizon In Retailing Of The Indian Textile And Apparel Industry: An Overview,: Changing Indian Retail Industry, (edited by Singh, D & Aditi R Khandelwal, A,R), Rubicon Publications,2022, ISBN: 978-1-913482-17-6, pp 31-37

National

  • Ojha, S., & Kashyap, R , Empowering Women for Upgradation of skills and creating sustainable Livelihood, Discourse Women in Society: Critical Perspectives, (edited by Mathur, R, .Sharma, A,. & Sharma, S.,), Literary Circle,Jaipur,  2023
  • Ojha, S., & Kashyap, R , Preserving the Traditional art of Mukke ka kaam and creating Sustainable Livelihood for Rural Development, Sustainable Rural development in India, (edited by Yadav, N,.Sharma, A), RBSA Publishers, 2014

 

Papers in Proceedings

  • Development of Embroidered Jacket using traditional theme of Phad, National Conference on  Contemporary Issues &Opportunities in Apparel Industry, The IIS University, pp. 41-44,  19-20 Sept, 2014
  • Women Entrepreneurs: An insight of Fashion Industry, positioning women entrepreneurship in changing socio economic milieu, Department of Home Science, University of Rajasthan, pp. 153-158, 2-3 February,2012.
  • Cotton: A Hero or Villain, CSIR Sponsored National Conference on Environmental Sustainability of Textile Industry, International College for Girls, Jaipur,  pp 99-103,   27-28 March, 2009

Article in newspaper

  •  “The six yard fashion statement”,  Hindustan times Jaipur live, pp 6, May 5, 2003
  • “Your Voice an interview of Jasdev Singh(Padmashri)”, Hindustan times Jaipur live, pp 1, March 16, 2001
  • Participation as Paper/Poster Presenter
  • Presented the paper entitled “Metal Embroidery: The Traditional Heritage Craft of Udaipur and Sustainable Design Practice” in the International Virtual Conference on Cultural Diversity for Sustainable Development in Art and Design, organized by Banaras Hindu Univesity and Woxen University on 23-24 June 2023.
  • Presented the paper entitled “Innovative approaches towards environmentally friendly business practices” in the International Virtual Conference on Emerging Technology Versus Sustainable in Fashion and Textile Industry (ICETSFT-2023), organized by the Department of Fashion Technology, Bannari Amman Institute of Technology, Sathyamangalam on 17th and 18th April 2023.
  • Presented paper on “Integrating up cycling approach using an indigenous textile weaving craft” in  International Virtual Conference on Emerging Trends on design nand arts (ICETDA-2023), organized by the Faculty  of Design & Arts, Poornima University in association with Indian Institute of Craft & design, Jaipur, Rajasthan, on 7th and 8th April 2023.
  • Presented paper on “Consumer Behaviour Towards Online Fashion Renting Portals”, International Conference on Recent Advancements in Commerce, Management and Technology (ICRACMT-2022) Organized by IQAC, DSCASC in Association with Research and IPR Cell, Dayananda Sagar College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Bangalore 15th & 16th  December, 2022

  • Presented paper on “Handmade Products using fabric waste: A step towards sustainability”,  2nd International Conference & Conclave, Design Education for Better World, Vivekanand Global University, Jaipur 24th June, 2022.
  • Presented paper on “Consumer Awareness towards Sustainable Fashion Practices”,  2nd International Conference & Conclave, Design Education for Better World, Vivekanand Global University, Jaipur 24th June, 2022.
  • Presented paper on “Revival of Danke-ka-kaam: The Metal Embroidery of Rajasthan”, National virtual Conference on Advances in Fashion, Crafts and Textile Design, Dept of fashion Technology, Bannari Amman Institute of Technology, Sathyamanglam, Tamil Nadu, 27th -28th January, 2022.
  • Presented paper on “Revival of Mukke-ka-kaam and Gota Work: The traditional Art of Rajasthan”, International Web Conference on Cross-Cultural Innovations in Art, Design and Animation, Amity School of Fine Arts, Amity University, Kolkatta, , 24-26th September, 2021.
  • Presented paper on “Case Study Of Doodlage: Up-Cycling Of Fabric Waste”, 3rd International Conference on  Recent Advances in Management & Technology, Invertis University, Bareilly in association with livingstone College, Salisbury, NC, USA: Johnson C Smith University, Charlotte, NC, USA & The Institute of Company secretary of India, , 8-9th Jan, 2021.
  • Presented paper on “Women Empowerment through skill development Programme”, National Conference on  Skill Orientation and Women Empowerment, Mohan Lal Sukhadia University, Udaipur , 23rd Dec, 2014
  • Presented paper on “Sustaining the Metal Embroidery of Rajasthan by Documenting and Contemporising the Traditional Motifs”, National Conference on  Contemporary Issues &Opportunities in Apparel Industry, The IIS University, 19-20 Sept, 2014
  • Presented paper on “Empowering women through Intervention Programme on Embroidery for the Upliftment of the Society”, National Conference on  Contemporary Issues &Opportunities in Apparel Industry, The IIS University, 12-13 Sept, 2014
  • Presented paper on “Preserving the Traditional art of Mukke ka kaam and creating Sustainable Livelihood for Rural Development”, Interdisciplinary National Conference on Sustainable Rural development in India: Efforts & Challenges, The IIS University, 18-19 Sept, 2012
  • Presented poster on “Women Entrepreneurs: An insight of Fashion Industry, positioning women entrepreneurship in changing socio economic milieu”, Department of Home Science, University of Rajasthan, 2-3 February, 2012.
  • Presented poster on “Airdye (R) 0 A new Step towards pollution free Textile Dyeing”, Environmental Sustainability of Textile Industry, International College for Girls, Jaipur, 8-9 Jan. 2010
  • Presented poster on “Cotton Dust: Impact on human health and environment in the Textile Industry”, Environmental Sustainability of Textile Industry, International College for Girls, Jaipur, 8-9 Jan. 2010
  • Presented poster on “Cotton: Hero or Villain, Environment sustainability of Textile Industry, International College for Girls, Jaipur, March 27-28, 2009.
  • Presented poster on “Eco- Friendly Bamboo Fibre, Environment sustainability of Textile Industry”, International College for Girls, Jaipur, March 27-28, 2009.

 

  • Abstract

  • Citation

     List of Papers/Articles Published(Magazines/Books/Newspapers/Non-Referred Journals )

    • Designs: Traditional and Modern Approach on hand knotted carpets of Jaipur, National conference on “The treatment of Social and Environment Issues through Art” , The IIS University, pp-106, 05-06- January, 2018
    • Study on socio economic profile of the artisans of hand knotted carpet industry of Jaipur”, National Seminar on Sustainable Fashion: Creating Global Vision, The IIS University, 15-16 Sept, 2017
    • Fabric Designing for Product Development by combination of weaves through CAD, Journal of Textile Science & Engineering, ISSN265-8064, vol 8, issue2,  2018
    • Retrieval of Redwork Embroidery into modern age, Fibre2fashion.com Online Journal May 2011
    • A Need Based Approach for Women Entrepreneurs: Developing paper patterns of Churidar Kurta, Articlebase.com Online Journal, September  2010
    • Cotton: A hero or Villain, Articlebase.com Online Journal, October, 2009.

 

Consultancy Experience: 

Consultancy to Rajasthan Rajya Bunkar Sahkari Sangh, Jaipur for Visual Merchandising

Research Projects: 
  • Development of Product through combination of Mukke ka Kaam and Gota Work, IIS University, 2011-12.

 

Awards and Distinctions: 

Academic Achievements

  • The Best Presentation award of the paper titled “Revival of Traditional Danke-ka-kaam: The Metal Embroidery of Udaipur” in the National Virtual Conference On Advances In Fashion, Crafts And Textile Design (AFCT 2022), organized by the Department of Fashion Technology, Bannari Amman Institute of Technology, Sathyamangalam on 27th and 28th January 2022.
  • 3rd position in coursework, Ph. D, The IIS University,  2011
  • Topper in Fashion Design (2005-2006).
  • Most Active Student of the year in Fashion Design (2004-2005).

Certificate of Appreciation

  • Certificate of Appreciation for contribution in the field  of Academics and Research for session 2021-22,IIS(deemed to be University,  Jaipur
  • Certificate of Excellence in Reviewing " Adaptation of Traditional Hand-Woven Patterns in the Production of Philosophical Designs for Resist-Dyed Fabrics",  for International Design and Art Journal, ISSN: 2687-5373, Vol. 5 No. 1 (2023)
  • Certificate of Excellence in Reviewing "HISTORIC INDIAN TEXTILES OF GOLD AND SILVER",  for Shodkosh: Journal of Visual and Performing Arts, ISSN2582-7472, 15th July 2022, UGC care Listed.
  • Certificate of Excellence in Reviewing "DRESS AND ECOFEMINISM IN KURBAH’S ONATAAH: OF THE EARTH (2016)," forShodkosh: Journal of Visual and Performing Arts, ISSN2582-7472, 17th March 2022, UGC care Listed.
  • Certificate of Appreciation for making the impact in field of designing and gracing the INIFD alumini meet on 14th June 2015
  • Certificate of Appreciation for selfless service and valuable contribution, Rotary Zone Institute 2015, Jaipur

  • Certificate of Appreciation for making the impact in field of designing and gracing the INIFD alumini meet on 14th June 2015
  • Certificate of Appreciation for selfless service and valuable contribution, Rotary Zone Institute 2015, Jaipur
  • Fashion  Show:
  • Programme Co-Ordinator In Inter College Cultural Competition 2011,Bhaskar-E-Azam organized by Dainik Bhaskhar, Jaipur Nov 15, 2010- March, 2011.
  • Member in Organising Fashion Design Awards India, 2013 with ETV Rajasthan
  • Member in  Annual Fashion Show “Creations”,  Department of Fashion & Textiles (2010-2016), The IIS University
Association With Professional Bodies: 

Committees and Boards

  • Member of Board of Studies for Fashion Studies Woxen University, Hyderabad, 2022-23.

  • Member of BOD, Rotary Gurukul , IIS(Deemed to be University), Jaipur for the year 2021-23
  • Member of RDC, Research Promotion, IIS(Deemed to be University), Jaipur for the year 2021-23
  • Member of DRC, Department of Fashion & Textiles, IIS(Deemed to be University), Jaipur for the year 2021-23
  • Member of BOS, Department of Fashion & Textiles, IIS(Deemed to be University), Jaipur for the year 2021-23
  • Convener of DRC, Department of Fashion & Textile Technology, The IIS University, Jaipur for the year 2015-16
  • Coordinator of “Bachelor of Fashion Technology “ under the scheme of Innovative programme ”Teaching and Research in interdisciplinary Innovative and emerging Areas” of the UGC
  • Member of DRC, Department of Home Science, The IIS University, Jaipur for the year 2015-16
  • Member of the Research Admission Committees in faculty of Arts  and Social Sciences, The IIS University, Jaipur  for  2015-16
  • Member of Board of Studies for Garment production , IIS University, 2010-14.
  • Member of Board of Studies for Garment production , International College for Girls, Jaipur, 2006-09
  • Member of Board of Studies for Fashion Technology , IIS University, 2007 -10.

 

Other Activities: 

 

Resource Person

  • Resource Person as Key note Speaker in International Conference  “ Challenges and oppurtunities in Scinence, Engineering and Technology for Societal Development(INCOSTED-2023),organized by Faculty of Education & Methodology, Jayoti Vidhyapeeth Women University, 17-18 May 2023

  • Resource person for a guest lecture on “Fashion Styling and Image Design”, organized by the School of Art  and  Design, ITM University, Gwalior, M.P, on 22nd  September 2022.(Online mode)
  • Resource person for a guest lecture on “Fashion Forecasting and Role of Professionals in Forecasting”, organized by the Department of Fashion Technology, Bannari Amman Institute of Technology, Sathyamangalam on 22th April 2022.(Virtual)
  • Co-Chairpersonon in The National Seminar on “Indian Textile Industry: Futuristic Approach Post Pandemic” Organized by the Department of Fashion Technology and Designing College of Social Sciences and Humanities, Mohanlal Sukhadia University, Udaipur, Rajasthan on 13 July 2021.

  • Resource Person for  short term course(FDP) on “Green Fashion”, topic “ Eco friendly Designs- an approach towards Revival of Art”,  organised by NITTTR, Chandigarh at Government Women Polytechnic College, Sanganer, 3rd March, 2020
  • Resource Person for three days workshop on colours and texture in Fashion organised by Government Women Polytechnic College, Sanganer, 2nd -5th September, 2019
  • Resource Person for one month workshop on Illustration and Computer Aided Designing in Fashion & Textile organised by Government Women Polytechnic College, Sanganer, 15April-15th May, 2019
  • Resource Person for two days workshop on Computer Aided Designing in Fashion & Textile organised by Government Women Polytechnic College, Sanganer, 10-11th December, 2014

 

Jury for the event

  • Judge for the Annual  Fashion show and Annual Exhibition” POORNIMA TRENDS 2022” organised by School of Design and Art, Poornima University on 16th  July, 2022

  • Co- Chairperson:“Indian Textile Industry: Futuristic Approach Post Pandemic”  Organized By The Department Of Fashion Technology And Designing College Of Social Sciences And Humanities, Mohanlal Sukhadia University, Udaipur,  Rajasthan Held On 13 July 2021. 

  • Jury for Pavas Semester Examination M. Voc- Fashion Design by Poddar Group of Institution under Rajasthan ILD Skills University on 17th Feb, 2020

  • Judge for the Annual cultural  Fest “COSMOS 2020”organised by IIS University, Jaipur on 8th  Jan, 2020
  • Judge for the Inter College Youth Fest “PANACHE” organised by St. Wilfred’s PG College,  Jaipur on 2nd Jan, 2020
  • Judge for the Annual  Fashion show and Annual Exhibition” POORNIMA TRENDS 2019”organised by School of Design and Art, Poornima University on 25th  May, 2019
  • Judge for the fashion show in  the event “ VIBRATION -2013” organised by Government Women Polytechnic College, Sanganer, on 27th September, 2013
  • Judge for the fashion show “BLOSSOM” in  the event “ SPECTRUM -2011 “ organised by Government Women Polytechnic College, Sanganer, on 29th January, 2011
  • Judge for the fashion show in  the event fashion Show organised by Vivekanand Institute of Technology, on 23rd,  December, 2009

Committees and Boards

  • Convener of DRC, Department of Fashion & Textile Technology, The IIS University, Jaipur for the year 2015-16
  • Coordinator of “Bachelor of Fashion Technology “ under the scheme of Innovative programme ”Teaching and Research in interdisciplinary Innovative and emerging Areas” of the UGC
  • Member of DRC, Department of Home Science, The IIS University, Jaipur for the year 2015-16
  • Member of the Research Admission Committees in faculty of Arts  and Social Sciences, The IIS University, Jaipur  for  2015-16
  • Member of Board of Studies for Garment production , IIS University, 2010-14.
  • Member of Board of Studies for Garment production , International College for Girls, Jaipur, 2006-09
  • Member of Board of Studies for Fashion Technology , IIS University, 2007 -10.

 

Consultancy Areas: 

Fashion Show

Fashion Designing

Fashion Illustration

Garment Production & Export Management

Computer Aided Designing

Design Studio

Creativity