L.R. Valiya Arts and P.R. Mehta Commerce College, popularly known as “A College with a Difference,” was established in 1969 with a mission to provide value-based education at an affordable cost to the people of the cultural city of Bhavnagar and its surrounding villages. Today, the college stands as a beacon of knowledge, offering a range of undergraduate programs in Humanities and Social Sciences, alongside professional courses, welcoming all who seek value-based education.
Under the dynamic and intelligent leadership of Principal Dr. V.B. Gohil, the college has witnessed phenomenal growth. His altruistic and industrious approach has been instrumental in expanding academic offerings, enhancing infrastructure, and fostering an environment of innovation and excellence.
The college aims to broaden students’ outlook by emphasizing values and virtues through education, promoting positive thinking, analytical skills, and moral and social values. For our dedicated faculty, teaching is not merely an occupation but a sacred commitment and lifelong profession. Our teachers strive to stay abreast of the latest developments in their fields, ensuring a high-quality education.
The college embraces a dual responsibility: achieving individual and collective development while advancing educational opportunities for backward and marginalized sections of the community. We envision national development through the upliftment of society in the surrounding area by imparting knowledge and inculcating moral and ethical values to mold responsible citizens of caliber.