Dr. Leema Dhar

Novelist | Bilingual Poet | Motivational Speaker | Assistant Professor of English

Exploring the depths of literature, education, and creative expression

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About Dr. Leema Dhar

Dr. Leema Dhar

Welcome to My World of Words

Dr. Leema Dhar is an acclaimed Indian author, academic, and educator currently serving as Assistant Professor at K.C. College of Engineering & Management Studies and Research in Mumbai. With over 3 years of teaching experience, including roles at Noida Institute of Engineering and Technology and Charuchandra College, University of Calcutta, she specializes in feminist and postcolonial literature.

With a PhD in English Literature from Central University of Allahabad, Dr. Dhar has published numerous research papers in high-impact journals and authored seven books—two poetry anthologies and five fiction works, including four national bestsellers.

UGC-compliant with an API score exceeding 619, she blends rigorous scholarship with creative expression, mentoring students, advocating for gender equity, and inspiring through motivational speaking to foster critical thinkers and empowered voices in academia and beyond.

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Published Works

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The Committed Sin

A romantic thriller published by Leadstart Publishing (2016).

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You Touched My Heart

Romantic novel with supernatural elements, National Bestseller (2013).

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The Girl Who Kissed the Snake

National Bestseller published by General Press (2013).

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Mom and I Love a Terrorist

National Bestseller published by General Press (2012).

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Till We Meet Again

National Bestseller published by Diamond Books (2012).

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For the Hundred Tomorrows

English poetry collection published in 2010.

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Kuch Lafz Naqab Mein

Hindi poetry collection published in 2007.

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Research & Publications

Journal Publications

Modern Wastelanders and the Living Dead in T.S. Eliot's The Waste Land
Gorteria Journal (ISSN: 0017-2294)

Beyond the Ordinary: Absurdity in Kafka's Metamorphosis
Pramana Research Journal (ISSN: 2249-2976)

The Intangibles: Feminism, Revenge and Reorder in Wuthering Heights
IJCRT (ISSN: 2320-2882)

Divinity and the Feminist Indian Woman in The Forest of Enchantments
JETIR (ISSN: 2349-5162)

A Study of Postcolonial Novel & Wide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys
IJRAR (ISSN: 2348-1269)

Book Chapters

A Comparative Study of Indian Feminism and Western Feminism
LANGLIT (ISSN: 2349-5189)

Tracing the Sea with No Land
in The Quintessence of Humanistic-Existentialism (ISBN: 978-81-947388-6-2)

Perspective on Feministic Subalternity in Fire on the Mountain
in Exploring Subalternity in Literature (ISBN: 978-93-90588-54-1)

Feminism: Toxicity Gender Bias in The Tenant of Wildfell Hall
in New Aspects and Trends in Literature (ISBN: 978-81-953639-1-9)

Soaring Sadness: Tuberculosis, Tragedy and Tales of the Brontës
in Exploring Pandemics and Disasters (ISBN: 978-93-90891-00-9)

Conference Presentations

A Study of Wide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys: Looking Through the Eyes of the Feminist
Deen Dayal Upadhyay University, Gorakhpur (2018)

Feminism and Beyond: A Deeper Look into the Brontë Cabin
International Conference, Vasanta College of Women, BHU

Faculty Development

Resource Person, All India Faculty Development Programme
Trinity Women's College, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu (July 1–14, 2021)
Topic: The Use of the Internet Arena and Social Media for Expansion of Education

Academic & Teaching Methods

Education

PhD in English Literature - Central University of Allahabad (2017-2021)
Thesis: Feminine Strength in Struggle: A Comparative Study of Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre and Anne Bronte's Agnes Grey

M.A. in English - Central University of Allahabad (2016, 69.08%, First Class)

B.A. in English, Psychology & Education - Central University of Allahabad (2014, 71.48%, First Class)

Diploma in Understanding Gender - Centre for Women's Studies, Central University of Allahabad (2018)

Teaching Experience

Assistant Professor - K.C. College of Engineering & Management Studies and Research, Mumbai (Current)

Assistant Professor (English) - Noida Institute of Engineering and Technology, Greater Noida (July 2023 – August 2024)

Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty) - Charuchandra College, Kolkata (University of Calcutta) (February 2021–July 2023)

Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty) - Bankura University, West Bengal (December 2020–January 2021)

Teaching Philosophy

Dr. Dhar's teaching methodology focuses on creating an interactive classroom environment where students are active participants in their learning journey. This approach includes group discussions, real-world problem solving, and collaborative projects that enhance critical thinking skills.

Through innovative techniques, she helps students develop a deep appreciation for literature. Her methods include contextual analysis, comparative studies, and creative writing exercises that make literature accessible and engaging for all learners.

Awards & Recognition

Nari Samman Award

U.P. State Government (2016)

Women Achiever Award

Amar Ujala-Rupayan (2013, ₹50,000)

Bioved Women Achiever Award

(2014)

Youth Icon of India

YOUTH ACTION Magazine (2015)

Honoured by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister

(2012)

Keynote Speaker

6th National Peace Convention, Christ University, Bangalore & ABP News Channel (2019)

Brand Ambassador

Dainik Jagran, Uttar Pradesh General Elections (2014)

News Maker of the Year

Hindustan (Hindi Daily) - 2012 & 2015

Media Coverage

Times of India, Hindustan Times, Pioneer, Amar Ujala, Dainik Jagran, ABP News, Zed News, News Nation, ETV News, Star TV, Sahara, APN News, Samachar Plus, K TV, All India Radio, Big FM 92.7, Red FM 93.5

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Contact Information

Address

Flat No. B-102, Jupiter, Lodha Paradise, Majiwada, Thane, Maharashtra 400601

Email

dcleemadhar@gmail.com
leema.dhar@gmail.com

Phone

+91 9452751567

Online Profiles

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dr-leema-dhar-354bba5a

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leema_Dhar

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