Kalpana Priya is an innovative educator and researcher in the field of education, currently she is research scholar at Department of Education, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University), Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. She earned her M.Ed. (First class with distinction) from the Regional Institute of Education, Bhubaneswar (NCERT), a B.Ed. from Loyola College of Education, and a B.Sc. in Mathematics (Honors) from Karim City College. She qualified NFOBC-NET (Education) and CTET educator; she has published research in the various National and International Journal and authored book chapters focused on art integration and skill development in education. She has presented her research work on art-integrated pedagogy, problem solving skills, and educational innovation at numerous national and international conferences and seminars, including events organized by the IIT Gandhinagar, Indian Institute of Teacher Education, Gandhinagar and NCERT. She has contributed to key academic projects such as conceptual science activities for Odisha schools and has been recognized for excellence in e-content development and faculty development. She actively participates in various faculty development programs and workshops reflecting her commitment to continuous professional growth, resourcefulness, and fostering creativity among educators and learners.