Dr. Arun Kumar Uppal has served as Vice Chancellor of Jiwaji University, Gwalior and Head (Dean), Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE). He is one of the most qualified and respected educators in the country in the field of physical education and sports. He commands optimum credibility and respect for his work in India and at International Level. He is the only educationist in the field of physical education with two Post-Doctoral Degrees, D. Litt. and D.Sc (HC) in Physical Education along with his Ph.D. As a Working President of
PEFI he brings in the highest level of commitment, knowledge and vision.