Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) has appointment of P Giridhar Kini as the Registrar of MAHE, Manipal, with effect from December 1. He takes over from Narayana Sabhahit who has been elevated as the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Technology and Science) of MAHE, Manipal.

Giridhar Kini has been serving MAHE in various academic and administrative capacities since 1999. He was appointed as the Director (Admissions) of MAHE in January 2018. During his tenure, the MAHE Admissions Team ensured a smooth admissions process, even during the pandemic period, said a statement by MAHE.

Sabhahit is associated with MAHE for over 34 years. During his tenure as the Registrar since 2015, he managed the responsibilities entrusted to him. Along with other top leaders, he has successfully managed UGC inspection, IOE Empowered Committee visits and NAAC peer team visits etc., it said.