Baldeodas Santlal Mahila College
PERMANENTLY AFFILIATED TO KOLHAN UNIVERSITY, CHAIBASA
Baldeodas Santlal Mahila Mahavidyalaya was established in 1982 by philanthrophists Shri Sant Lal Agarwal and his wife, Smt. Mana Devi as a residential undergraduate college for women in Ghatshila, East Singhbhum, to address educational disparities and promote empowerment within this community. It is managed by Baldev Das Sant Lal Mahila Mahavidyalaya Siksha Samiti [ Reg. No. - 1033/07, registered under the Society Registration Act, 1860 ] . It is a permanently affiliated unit of the Kolhan University.
In the East Singhbhum district, the female literacy rate is 66.81%, significantly lower than the male literacy rate of 83.75%.[census2011.co.in] A study in the nearby villages revealed that 50% of tribal women were illiterate, with only 3% pursuing higher education beyond matriculation.[researchgate.net]
Education serves as a powerful catalyst for empowerment, enabling women to participate actively in economic, social, and political spheres. The college motto "Sa Vidya Ya Vimuktaye" is a Sanskrit phrase that translates to "That is true knowledge which liberates." It emphasizes the idea that education is not merely about acquiring information but about gaining wisdom that leads to personal growth, enlightenment, and freedom from ignorance. This motto reflects the belief that true learning empowers individuals to think critically, make informed decisions, and contribute meaningfully to society. It aligns with the broader purpose of education—to cultivate not just intellect but also character, ethical values, and a sense of responsibility toward oneself and others.
About Us
Vision
The Prof. Incharge, the HODs, the coordinators of different courses and the Controller of Examinations provide effective leadership enabling this college fulfill its primary missions of excellence in women empowerment through education, there are various committees in the college to perform the various functions related to discipline, personality development, social responsibility etc. All the departments in the college have Departmental council in which all the faculties in the department are exofficio members with two student representatives are also members of the departmental council. The council meets regularly to discuss issues related to academics.
Over the years, the college has adopted a number of innovative practices. The popularity of the college is indicated by the number of applicants for different courses that is going up every year and also from out of state students. In the various functions of the college, the core values of NAAC are reflected. For realizing the vision of making quality assurance an integral part of the functioning of any institution of higher education, the college subjects itself to periodic self and external evaluation. It also collaborates with the stakeholders for assurance and sustenance of quality in higher education. Core values of NAAC, - national development, fostering global competencies among students, inculcating a healthy value system, promoting the use of technology and quest for excellence are sought to be promoted by the various functions. We have plans to run various vocational & job oriented courses including Women’s B.Ed., Tribal Studies, and Functional English, Handicrafts and PG courses.
Mission
B.D.S.L. Mahila College, Ghatsila was founded in 1982 in an area dominated by STs and SCs and economically and socially deprived sections of our society. The founders of the college had the vision and mission to develop this college into an institution which would be an instrument of the women educational, social and economic up-liftment of the area.
The College, through class room teaching, extra-curricular activities, NSS programmes and other motivational activities tries to communicate to the students, teachers and staff the vision and mission of this college.
With a long history, this college strives hard to offer education for the girls students from poor and underprivileged section of the society, specially the tribal girls/women. The Motto of the College is “Sa Vidya Ya Vimuktaye” , a Sanskrit phrase that means true education is that which liberates.