Focuses on bridging design, business, and technology through cutting-edge programmes
Mumbai, Mar 26: Strengthening its footprint in one of India’s leading education hubs, JD Institute of Fashion Technology has announced the launch of its Andheri centre in Mumbai, marking a significant step in its growth journey. As a corporate extension of the institute, the Andheri centre will function in close alignment with its existing Vile Parle campus, which serves as its head office.
Mr. Pankaj Pandey and Dr. Sangieta Pandey, seasoned educators with more than 25–30 years of academic experience, are in charge of Andheri campus. The pair’s long-standing dedication to accessible and high-quality education is demonstrated by their active involvement in promoting education through a number of initiatives, such as free schooling programs. Additionally, Dr. Sangieta Pandey is a Professor of Practice at a management institute, which strengthens the center’s academic leadership.
The launch of the Andheri centre is aligned with JD Institute’s vision to expand into new-age, industry-relevant domains. As part of this expansion, the institute has introduced a range of future-focused programmes, including:Visual Communication, Luxury Brand Management, Design Management, Communication Design, Product Design
These courses are intended to give students a broad knowledge of design, branding, and business in order to meet the changing demands of the creative and professional world.
Mr. Yogesh Dalal, Trustee at JD Institute Of Fashion Technology says that “Andheri has always been close to his heart and setting up a campus in Andheri is reliving the moments from the past. It is going to be a great journey.”
Dr. Payal Dalal, Director at JD Institute Of Fashion Technology said that “Students now get wider opportunities with new academic courses resulting in bigger demand for Design in the industry. Kudos to the entire JD Family”
Rinesh Dalal, Director at JD Institute of Fashion Technology, said, “The launch of our Andheri centre marks a significant milestone in our growth journey. As we expand our presence in Mumbai, we remain committed to offering future-ready programmes that align with evolving industry demands. With the introduction of new-age courses tailored to emerging creative and digital disciplines, this centre will further strengthen our ability to nurture talent and equip students with the skills needed to succeed in a dynamic global landscape.”
Mr. Pankaj Pandey, Centre Director at Andheri Campus added,“Design education today is no longer confined to creativity alone; it is about understanding human behavior, technology, and business. We are building a platform that integrates all three.”
Dr. Sangieta Pandey, Centre Director at Andheri Campus further said, “As an educator and entrepreneur, our vision has always been to create meaningful learning journeys. This collaboration strengthens that vision with scale, structure, and industry relevance.”
Located in close proximity to the Vile Parle campus, the Andheri centre is expected to enhance accessibility for students across Mumbai while further strengthening JD Institute’s presence in the city’s education ecosystem.
