Kolhapur is popularly known as Dakshin Kashi the residence of mother Goddess Mahalaxmi-Ambabai.lt is also the seat ChhatrapailShahu Maharaj, a progressive King widely venerated as Lokraja.

Kolhapur city is situated at a distance of about 400 km from Mumbai. It is connected with various parts of the country by railway, road and air transport. The climate conditions of Kolhapur are moderate. Kolhapur is highly industrialized, city of culture,liiterature, education and sports surronded by a rich agriculture relit has the rich tradition of arts and sports.

It has the distinction of we birth place of Indian cinema and is a globally Known wrestling centre.

The Medical aid other Colleges are situated D.Y. Patil Vidyanagar area of Kolhapur city. The College and the University office is about 2 km from Kolhapur railway and Bus stations. Local Public Transport and autos are available to reach the University office.