Our Respected
Advisors
Dr. Jawahar Surisetti
Eminent psychologist, futurist, TEDx Speaker, Vice Chancellor of RISU, Advisor to Government, and bestselling author. Doctorate in Psychology from the University of Washington; recognized among India’s top 24 policymakers by The New Indian Express. Honored with the NYT Da Vinci Innovator title for innovations in social education.
Dr. Jayant Hari Lal
Chair of the School Member Committee of AFS India, an international organisation in 99 countries. Board Member of the Boarding Schools Association of India and Treasurer of the Forum of Regional Schools, contributing to the education ecosystem.
Dr. Swaroop Sampat Rawal
Educationist, writer, and life skills pioneer with a PhD in Education from the University of Worcester. Author of 12+ academic books, contributor to India’s NCFSE2023, and widely published internationally. Top 10 Finalist for the Global Teacher Prize and former Miss India, she champions education through empathy and joy.
Dr Swati Popat Vats
Founder & President of Early Childhood Association India and APER; President of Podar Education Network with 490+ preschools worldwide. Author of books for parents, teachers, and children; global award-winning early years leader. Trained 3,00,000+ children on Good Touch Bad Touch and 60,000+ teachers on POCSO.
Dr Tushar Guha
Founder-Chairman of Nrityanjali Group. Eminent corporate trainer, psychologist, and educationist, and a pioneer of personality development in India with over 32 years of in-depth research and professional experience.
Dr Seemaa Negi
Director Principal of Sanjeevani World School, Global Goodwill Ambassador, and President of Skill Bharat Association & Elite Principals Club. A TEDx speaker, international trainer, and motivational coach with 500+ awards and 3 world records, she is dedicated to empowering individuals through education, leadership, and values.
Francis Joseph
CEO, Adani GEMS Education India with 30+ years in education leadership, strategy and policy reforms. Passionate about transforming underperforming schools into centres of excellence. TEDx Speaker, Edupreneur, Judging Academy member of Global Student Prize 2025 and lifelong learner driving innovation and impact.
Seema Shaikh
Regional Head of AFS Intercultural Learning Organisation and British Council Ambassador. Director of QUEST – The Learning Hub, Director & Principal of Pragnya Bodhini High School. Accredited International Trainer, Mayor Awardee & State Awardee – Best Teacher.
Usha Mani
Educational Thought Leader, TEDx and International Transformation Speaker. Founder of ParenTeen Bond, Certified Parent Coach, and Inspirational Author. World-class facilitator dedicated to service and impact.
Mumtaz Syed
Founder of The Sky Explorers, Edupreneur and Leadership Coach. IIM Bangalore alumna with 20+ years in education and leadership. Built planetariums, science centers, and innovative learning programs.
Our Respected
Speakers
Dr. Manjula Raman
Dr. Manjula Raman is a renowned educationist, Padmashree nominee (2018), and two-time President Awardee with over 25 years of leadership in Army Public Schools. Founder of Anubhuti Foundation, she is currently CEO - Academics & Innovation at Royale Concorde International Schools, Bangalore, and a mentor to several educational start-ups.
Arijit Ghosh
Arijit Ghosh is Vice President - Academics at Seth M. R. Jaipuria Group with over two decades in K-12 education, specializing in curriculum design, teacher training, and academic audits. A Global Teacher Accreditation Awardee (Cambridge, 2014), he has worked with UNICEF, DfID, and multiple governments, and is a certified British Council Core Skills trainer and international speaker.
Organizers
Atul Gaigole
Founder of the International Festival of Education 2026 and Shashvat Concept School, pioneering NEP 2020 concepts since 2016. Award-winning educator and public speaker recognized for progressive, student-centric education. Recipient of Loksatta’s “Manus Ghadvinari Shala” award for holistic student development.
Dr Jawahar Surisetti
Eminent psychologist, futurist, TEDx Speaker, Vice Chancellor of RISU, Advisor to Government, and bestselling author. Doctorate in Psychology from the University of Washington; recognized among India’s top 24 policymakers by The New Indian Express. Honored with the NYT Da Vinci Innovator title for innovations in social education.
Amrita Gaigole
Founder of the International Festival of Education 2026 and multiple Shashvat initiatives including schools, home learners, and clubs. British Council School Ambassador and District Ambassador of the Early Childhood Association. Advocate for quality education, women empowerment, and social upliftment through education and vocational training.
Dr Swaroop Sampat Rawal
Educationist, writer, and life skills pioneer with a PhD in Education from the University of Worcester. Author of 12+ academic books, contributor to India’s NCFSE2023, and widely published internationally. Top 10 Finalist for the Global Teacher Prize and former Miss India, she champions education through empathy and joy.
Swapnil Dandge
Founder of the International Festival of Education 2026, Educator, Agripreneur, and trained Physiotherapist. Leads Dev Lakxmi Agro Warehouse and City Library Self Study Centre, mentoring 500+ students annually. Passionate about shaping minds, modern farming, and building the next generation of learners.
Indranil Ghosh
Project Advisor for the International Festival of Education 2026 with 20+ years in education and strategy. Held leadership roles at British Council, KIIT, Adamas University, and iLEAD, driving global partnerships and innovation. Co-founder of The Project Embark, focused on career readiness and bridging education with industry.
Captain (Dr.) Ravindra Vyawahare
CEO of the International Festival of Education 2026 with 37 years in Animal Nutrition & Health. Held senior leadership roles at Cargill, DSM, Pfizer & Fort Dodge, driving business growth and transformation. Former CEO of Max Relief Pharmaceuticals & Med Max Pharma, and MD at Cargill South Asia.