About Dr. Uma Devi

Academic & Professional Journey

A lifecycle dedicated to excellence, education, and nation-building leadership.

Dr. C. Uma Devi

Dr. C. Uma Devi

Personal Profile

  • 25th May 1976
  • 7358050006 / 8124597501
  • Nungambakkam, Chennai - 600034

Educational Excellence

PhD

Doctor of Philosophy
Physical Education & Sports Sciences

Specialized doctoral research in sports leadership, performance science, and the impact of physical education on institutional development.

M.Phil

Master of Philosophy
Bio Mechanics

Focused study on the mechanical laws of human physical performance — bridging physiology, physics, and athletic training methodology.

M.P.Ed

Master of Physical Education
Professional Training Methodology

Advanced postgraduate qualification equipping her with curriculum design, athlete coaching frameworks, and sports administration skills.

B.P.Ed

Bachelor of Physical Education
Foundation in Physical Education

The foundational degree that ignited a lifelong passion for sports science, coaching, and the role of physical culture in nation-building.

NET

Cleared UGC NET – Lectureship
National Eligibility Test · 2012

Qualified at the national level for academic instruction — affirming her standing as a certified educator eligible for the highest academic positions in Indian universities.

HER JOURNEY

1976

Born on 25th May 1976. Dr. C. Uma Devi began a remarkable journey that would span across sports, academia, and politics — shaping her into one of Tamil Nadu's most prominent voices.

HER JOURNEY

1996

Silver Medal at the 21st National Sports Festival for Women (Cuttack) in Basketball. A defining moment that cemented her love for sports and national-level competition.

HER JOURNEY

2003

Began her professional teaching career as Lecturer at Auxillium College, Vellore. Her passion for education and physical training found its professional calling.

HER JOURNEY

2007

Appointed Director of Sports at Bharat University, Tambaram, Chennai. Her visionary sports programs began transforming student athletes into national competitors.

HER JOURNEY

2010

Joined Ethiraj College for Women (Autonomous), Chennai as Director of Sports — a position she continues to hold with distinction, transforming it into a powerhouse of women's athletics.

HER JOURNEY

2012

Appointed National Coach for the Indian Throw Ball Women Team. Also served as Technical Official at the 27th Junior National Athletic Meet in Ranchi. Cleared NET UGC Lectureship.

HER JOURNEY

2016

Selected as BJP MLA Candidate for Coonoor Constituency. Played a key role in drafting the Tamil Nadu BJP Election Manifesto — bringing her dual expertise in policy and grassroots leadership.

HER JOURNEY

2017

Coined the term "FIT INDIA" and presented the Young India – FIT India blueprint to the Hon. Sports Minister — a visionary framework later adopted as a national movement.

HER JOURNEY

2021

Published multiple research papers in prestigious international journals including Europe's Journal of Psychology, Turkish Journal of Physiotherapy, and UGC Care Journal.

HER JOURNEY

2024

Led the Lok Sabha 2024 election campaign across Coimbatore, The Nilgiris, and Mani Nagar (Ahmedabad). A relentless force for change in Indian politics and community development.

Academic Experience (Last Decade)

Track record of international, national, and inter-university participation.

36

International Events

423

National Events

411

Inter-University Events

Year International National Inter University
2021–2024 16 178 153
2013–2021 20 245 258
Total 36 423 411

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Moments from a life of service, leadership and dedication.

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