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Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT)

Physiotherapy (under Orthopedics) has been in existence in Himalayan Hospital since 1994 as a physical Rehabilitation Department which was later renamed as Physiotherapy, in 1998.

The faculty in the department has vast clinical and academic experience and is further supported by eminent and experienced faculty from Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology and Biostatistics which provide students the right platform for practical and theoretical learning.

In order to keep up with the latest trends and skills, the department organizes workshops, CMEs & hands-on training programs by experts from both, within the department and from other premier institutes. We have a well-stocked library where students can gain required knowledge by using facilities both from central as well as the departmental library.

It is noteworthy that students in the department get a unique exposure to variety of patient care under ultra-modern facilities across multi-specialty OPDs/ IPDs/ ICU.

With this BPT program, you will be able to:

1. Become a movement expert who improves quality of life of individuals through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education.
2. Diagnose and treat individuals of all ages from newborns to people at the end of life.
3. Examine each person and develop a treatment plan to improve their ability to move, reduce or manage pain.
4. Restore function and prevent disability by applying exercises, manual therapy, mobilization, manipulation, assistive devices and electrotherapy modalities like diathermy, ultrasonic therapy, laser etc.
5. Help people achieve fitness goals, regain or maintain their independence, and lead active lives.
6. Conduct yourself ethically and professionally without any bias.
7. Demonstrate high levels of credibility, integrity, and social responsibility when performing professional and ethical responsibilities.

Employment Opportunities

Opportunities are available in Super / Multi specialty hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home Healthcare, Public / Community Health Centers, Academia, Government, etc.

Eligibility

• The candidate must have passed the 10+2 i.e. CBSE/ ISC/ Intermediate board examination or its equivalent, after a period of 12 years of study, the last two years of such study, comprising of Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Biotechnology/ Healthcare Sciences and English from a recognized board.
• Minimum of 55% in aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Biotechnology Healthcare Sciences taken together and also in aggregate.

Duration : 

3 Years

The program aims to provide technical training in laboratory medicine. The students receive an exposure along with hands-on training in the various areas of laboratory medicine such as phlebotomy, clinical biochemistry, hematology, cytopathology, microbiology, immunology, parasitology, serology and blood banking.

The trained technologists are involved in collecting information, sampling, testing, reporting and documenting medical investigations.

With this BMLT program, you will be able to:

1. Provide quality clinical investigations support by applying medical laboratory technology knowledge and skills.
2. Ensure that routine clinical laboratory procedures are performed within acceptable quality control parameters.
3. Perform the functions of a laboratory technician effectively by demonstrating technical skills, social behavior, and professional awareness.
4. Identify and correct variables before, after, and during analysis by using problem solving techniques.
5. Utilize appropriate quality control and safety procedures when operating and maintaining laboratory equipment.
6. Engage in effective oral, written, and graphical communication.
7. Assist in the development of professional or industrial research projects as a leader or team member.
8. Conduct yourself ethically and professionally without any bias.
9. Demonstrate high levels of credibility, integrity, and social responsibility when performing professional and ethical responsibilities.

Employment Opportunities

Opportunities are available in Super / Multi specialty hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home Healthcare, Public / Community Health Centers, Academia, Government, etc.

This program trains the students to become efficient & knowledgeable radiographers and perform diagnostic tests in medical treatment with the use of radiation. Students will learn the use of ultrasound, X-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc. and receive training in our hospital which is equipped with MRI -1.5 Tesla, Spiral CT - 64 slice, digital subtraction angiography, mammography, ultrasound, color doppler, dexa scan, OPG, mobile X-ray unit, digital and computerized radiography.

Radiographers work as a part of the healthcare team in the diagnostic imaging department, accident & emergency, intensive care unit and operating theatre.

With this BPT program, you will be able to:

1. Use radiography and imaging equipment correctly.
2. Obtain diagnostic quality radiographs by determining the proper exposure factors.
3. Display proper positioning skills and thorough understanding of radiation protection principles.
4. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
5. Deliver high-quality patient care.
6. Diagnose radiological problems using critical thinking skills.
7. Assess the diagnostic quality of radiographic images.
8. Exhibit professionalism and values.
9. Conduct yourself ethically and professionally without any bias.
10. Demonstrate high levels of credibility, integrity, and social responsibility when performing professional and ethical responsibilities.

Employment Opportunities

Opportunities are available in Super / Multi specialty hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home Healthcare, Public / Community Health Centers, Academia, Government, etc.

The Radiotherapy program prepares graduates to meet the scope of practice standards for radiation therapy.

Program includes basics of anatomy & physiology, radiobiology, clinical radiation therapy including cancer prevention screening & palliative cure in cancer, medical radiation physics and radiation safety. Students are provided with patient-care environment with meaningful communications and problem-solving skills.

Students are trained on different image planning and radiotherapy equipment – CT simulation, mould room, and radiotherapy delivery procedures/techniques by megavoltage machines like linear accelerators dual energy for conventional/3DCRT/IMRT and brachytherapy for cancer treatment, besides quality assurance procedures and networking of radiotherapy images.

With this BPT program, you will be able to:

1. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of radiation therapy procedures.
2. Use radiation protection principles to protect the patient, oneself, and others.
3. Simulate radiation therapy procedures.
4. Analyze radiation therapy dose plans and perform basic radiation therapy calculations.
5. Provide radiation therapy treatments according to the instructions of a radiation oncologist.
6. Assess effects, reactions, and therapeutic responses in the patient.
7. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
8. Formulate methods for pursuing lifelong learning and applying basic research methods.
9. Conduct yourself ethically and professionally without any bias.
10. Demonstrate high levels of credibility, integrity, and social responsibility when performing professional and ethical responsibilities.

Employment Opportunities

Opportunities are available in Super / Multi specialty hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home Healthcare, Public / Community Health Centers, Academia, Government, etc.

This program equips students to assist in the administration & monitoring of anesthesia and surgery. We provide students with required technical & interpersonal skills and prepare them for managing patients, as well as to monitor the nuances of an operation theatre. The students are trained in areas of surgical procedures, surgical instruments, anesthesia equipment & drugs, patient monitoring and OT ethics.

Students get an opportunity to assist the surgeon in operations and closely look after the drugs, anesthetic gases, drapes & sterilization requirements during surgery. In addition, minor tasks of arranging the operation theatre/ instrument/ anesthesia table and managing the staff prepares the operation theatre technician as a true professional.

With this BOT program, you will be able to:

1. Understand the work and Management of Operation Theatre.
2. Prepare and manage the patients, in addition to observing the intricate details of an operation theatre.
3. Build specialized skills required for surgical instruments disinfection & sterilization.
4. To take care of medications, anesthetic gases sterilization and other necessities during surgery.
5. Ensure smooth working of ICUs, CCUs and Operation theatres.
6. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
7. Maintain the decorum and ethics of the operation theatre in the hospital.
8. Demonstrate high levels of credibility, integrity, and social responsibility when performing professional and ethical responsibilities.

Employment Opportunities

Opportunities are available in Super / Multi specialty hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home Healthcare, Public / Community Health Centers, Academia, Government, etc.

In this program, students gain an understanding of structure & functioning of the eye. Students learn about prescribing spectacles, contact lenses, low vision devices, etc. Besides, they also help ophthalmologists by learning orthoptics (eye muscle and squint related problems), and handle different instruments like OCT, fundus camera, automated visual field analyser, pachymeter, keratometer, A scan, B scan, NCT, etc independently.

Students are taught by trained retina, cornea and pediatric ophthalmologists. On completion, students can either open their own optical centers or can work as optometrists in an eye hospital. They can opt for higher studies like MSc, PhD in optometry and can take up a career in teaching in optometry schools, or go for fellowships in different branches of eye and become specialists.

With this B.Optom. program, you will be able to:

1. Gain an understanding of structure & functioning of the eye.
2. Learn and understand about prescribing spectacles, contact lenses & low vision devices.
3. Assess patient’s eyes to identify vision, defects and injuries.
4. Evaluate eye defects and to maintain medical files of the patients.
5. Perform eye inspections and to compile & record treatment plans.
6. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
7. Conduct yourself ethically and professionally without any bias.
8. Demonstrate high levels of credibility, integrity, and social responsibility when performing professional and ethical responsibilities.

Employment Opportunities

Opportunities are available in Super / Multi specialty hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home Healthcare, Public / Community Health Centers, Academia, Government, etc.

Audiology deals with study of sound, hearing & balance disorders. Speech Language Pathology deals with the study of communication disorders i.e. speech and languages. Recognized by Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI), this program trains students to become audiologists and speech language pathologists. Students are professionally trained to identify, prevent, and treat hearing & balance and speech disorders in people. Students are also trained for rehabilitation of people suffering from these disorders.

With this BASLP program, you will be able to:

1. Develop conceptual and practical aspects of the various disorders that people suffer from in terms of speech and hearing.
2. Efficient in using various techniques to check whether an individual is hearing impaired or not.
3. Trained to identify and differentiate different diagnoses of auditory disorders.
4. Trained to identify disorders of the middle ear, inner ear, auditory nerve, and central auditory nervous system.
5. Trained for rehabilitation of people suffering from these disorders.
6. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
7. Conduct yourself ethically and professionally without any bias.
8. Demonstrate high levels of credibility, integrity, and social responsibility when performing professional and ethical responsibilities.

Employment Opportunities

Opportunities are available in Super / Multi specialty hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home Healthcare, Public / Community Health Centers, Academia, Government, etc.

Postgraduate Programs

Master of Physiotherapy (MPT)

The Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) program helps students build their specialization across functional areas viz. neurology, musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary & intensive care and community based rehabilitation (CBR). The curriculum incorporates group projects, lectures, classroom discussions, training etc. Students receive guidance and mentoring from the competent and experienced faculty. Research is integral to the program.

With this BPT program, you will be able to:

1. Identify musculoskeletal and neuromuscular impairments and perform functional assessments.
2. Measure the range of motion of joints and record the results.
3. Manipulate patients with joint disorders or derangements by applying joint mobilization and manipulation techniques.
4. Grade muscle strength by evaluating and grading it and train muscle coordination & balance.
5. Identify posture problems, re-educate posture, and evaluate posture g.
6. Use ergonomics to solve work-related problems .
7. Apply retraining techniques to respiratory issues.
8. Enhance muscle strength following musculoskeletal problems.
9. Assess the psychosocial well-being of patients at different developmental stages.
10. Identify the relationship between stress and health, sickness, and one's profession.
11. Identify muscle imbalances or weaknesses that may cause injury.
12. Develop counselling techniques to assist those in need.
13. Increase the patient's mobility, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent injury.
14. Improve physical functions of patients using physical therapy .
15. Identify posture problems, re-educate posture, and evaluate posture g.
16. Establish an active and healthy lifestyle through wellness and fitness programs.
17. Effectively contribute as an individual or team member in R&D .
18. Efficiently comprehend & design scientific documentation, write case studies, research projects, make presentation, and communicate.
19. Understand and commit to professional & research ethics, and responsibilities.

Specialization

Musculoskeletal

Musculoskeletal (MPT) specialization in physiotherapy focuses on treatment of musculoskeletal system that has been subjected to injury or trauma. This includes sprains, strains, post-fracture, post-surgery & repetitive injuries of neck, back & extremities.

With specialization in musculoskeletal therapy you will be able to go a step beyond remedial massage, and use advanced soft tissue techniques such as myofascial release, trigger point release, joint mobilization, cupping, dry needling and strapping.

Neurology

Neurological Physiotherapy is the treatment of patients who have a neurological disorder. The disorders are those affecting brain, spinal cord & nerves; such as stroke, multiple sclerosis & Parkinson’s disease etc. This program provides unique opportunities for physiotherapists who wish to develop & extend their knowledge base & professional expertise in the field of Neurological rehabilitation.

With specialization in in Physiotherapy (Neurology) you will be able to:

1. Improve physical functions of patients using physical therapy.
2. You will learn various diagnosing, preventive and therapeutic procedures and techniques related to neurology.
3. With specialization in Neurology you will be able to go a step beyond remedial massage, and use advanced soft tissue techniques such as myofascial release, trigger point release, joint mobilization, cupping, dry needling and strapping.
4. You will be able to deal with neurological disorders affecting the brain, spinal cord and nerves; such as stroke, MS and Parkinson’s disease.

Cardiopulmonary & Intensive Care

Cardiopulmonary & Intensive Care Physiotherapists are involved in helping clinicians to treat Cardiac and Respiratory problems. The course also contains a detailed study of various kinds of action that can be performed on the heart to make it more efficient and healthy in its working.

With specialization in Cardiopulmonary & Intensive Care you will be able to:

1. Gain in-depth knowledge on diagnosis and study of coronary diseases, artery diseases, congenital heart defects and valvular heart diseases.
2. With specialization in Cardiopulmonary & Intensive Care you will be able to attend to life threatening conditions that require constant monitoring along with critical care medicine.
3. Gain skills and knowledge to apply for clinical, educational or research posts.
4. Form a solid base for a career in academia.
5. Pursue senior careers in healthcare policy, university lecturing, private practice, and management of highly specialized clinical practice.
6. Be qualified to gain funding for PhD studies.

Community Based Rehabilitation

Community based Rehabilitation program has a strong multidisciplinary influence with an emphasis on current & emerging community rehabilitation and disability theory & practice, social policy, contemporary rehabilitation & human service environment and leadership. Students develop enhanced problem solving skills, high level assessment and intervention skills across individuals, families, groups & communities, practice based research skills and competence in evidence-based practice, as well as capacity for critical reflective practice and leadership development.

With specialization in Community Based Rehabilitation you will be able to work on bottom-up approach to development involving communities, especially for whom initiatives are targeted, in various stages of the development process including planning, implementation and monitoring.

Employment Opportunities

Opportunities are available in Super / Multi specialty hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home Healthcare, Public / Community Health Centers, Academia, Government, etc.

Diploma Program

Diploma in Dialysis Technology (DDT)

In a healthy human body, kidneys are responsible for purifying the blood. Due to reasons such as kidney failure body becomes unable to carry out this purification process. This is when dialysis process becomes necessary.

In this program students will learn to set up dialysis machines, prepare sterilization mix, record vital body stats of the patient, monitor & guide and communicate with the patient, besides, administer anesthesia, operate, clean and inspect dialysis machines, supervise dialysis process, calculating blood flow etc.

Employment Opportunities

Opportunities are available in Super / Multi specialty hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home Healthcare, Public / Community Health Centers, Academia, Government, etc.

Merit Scholarship

Up to 100% of Tuition Fees

Merit Scholarship

Up to 100% of Tuition Fees

Loan Facility

Interest free education loan

Special Scholarship

Up to 100% of Tuition Fees for: Ward of Armed / Para Military / Police Force Personnel (Serving and Retd, Non-Commissioned Officer), Differently abled candidate, Transgender

Fee Relaxation

25% Fee Concession for female candidate - B.Tech CSE & 26% Fee Relaxation for the students from Uttarakhand

Free-Ship Scholarship

Free education to one candidate in each academic program of the University who is an orphan

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Nursing Advisor at Himalayan Institute Hospital Trust

Dr. Kathleen M. McKeehan

Dr. Kathleen M. McKeehan is a highly regarded American nursing leader and researcher who has dedicated decades to advancing nursing education and clinical practices at the Himalayan Institute Hospital Trust (HIHT) and Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU) in Dehradun, India. Serving as the Nursing Advisor, she has been instrumental in shaping the Himalayan College of Nursing into a center of excellence, emphasizing the integration of compassionate care with modern medical technology.

Dr. McKeehan’s academic background is extensive, including a Ph.D. in nursing from the Case Western Reserve University and post-doctoral research at Ohio State University. Before her long-term commitment to the Himalayan Institute, she held prestigious academic positions, such as the Dorothy Rider Pool Professorship at Allentown College. Her research expertise spans oncology nursing, continuing education strategies, and innovation diffusion in healthcare settings.

At HIHT, she is a central figure in tradition and mentorship, often leading the symbolic Lamp Lighting and Oath Ceremony for new nursing students. Her work focuses on fostering a vibrant research culture and ensuring that nursing curricula meet international standards while remaining rooted in the visionary humanitarian principles of the institute's founder, H.H. Dr. Swami Rama.

Former Director, LBSNAA

Dr. Sanjeev Chopra (IAS Retd.)

Dr. Sanjeev Chopra (IAS Retd.) is a distinguished former Indian Administrative Service officer (1985 batch, West Bengal cadre), historian, and author. He is most widely recognised for his tenure as the Director of the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA) from 2019 until his retirement in March 2021. Throughout his 36-year bureaucratic career, he served in high-profile roles, including Additional Chief Secretary to the Government of West Bengal and Secretary of Industrial Development in Uttarakhand.

Since retiring, Dr. Chopra has emerged as a prominent literary figure and public intellectual. He is the Founder and Festival Director of Valley of Words, an international literature and arts festival based in Dehradun. An acclaimed author, his works include We, the People of the States of Bharat: The Making and Remaking of India’s Internal Boundaries (2022) and The Great Conciliator: Lal Bahadur Shastri and the Transformation of India (2025).

He holds a PhD in Management and has been a fellow at prestigious institutions like Cornell University and the World Bank. Currently, he continues to contribute as a columnist for ThePrint and serves as a Senior Fellow in Contemporary History at the Prime Ministers' Memorial and Library.

FRSB, FRSB

Prof. Graham Roy Ball

Prof. Graham Roy Ball, FRSB, is a distinguished expert in bioinformatics and computational systems biology. He currently serves as a Professor at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), where he is the Director of the Medical Technology Research Centre. He also holds a significant role as the Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) of Intelligent OMICS Ltd, a company specializing in AI-driven biomedical discovery.

Prof. Ball's work focuses on applying Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs) and machine learning to solve complex biological problems. His research spans cancer systems biology, drug discovery, and the development of "molecular digital twins" for disease states. He is particularly noted for his work on the Nottingham Prognostic Index Plus (NPI+), a system that uses biomarkers to improve breast cancer patient stratification.

Before joining ARU, he was a Professor of Bioinformatics at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) for over two decades, where he led the John van Geest Cancer Research Centre’s biostatistics efforts. He has published more than 280 journal papers and holds multiple patents in the field of AI and omics data analysis. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology (FRSB) and serves on the editorial boards of prominent journals like Proteomics.

Prof. & Researcher at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, University of Pennsylvania

Dr. Vinay Nadkarni

Dr. Vinay Nadkarni, MD, MS, is a world-renowned leader in pediatric critical care and resuscitation science. He serves as a Professor and Endowed Chair at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine. He is the founding director of the CHOP Academy for Resuscitation of Children and the Center for Simulation, Advanced Education and Innovation.

Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Nadkarni has served as President of the Society of Critical Care Medicine (2023-2024) and Co-Chair of the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR). His research focuses on advancing CPR quality, sepsis management, and pediatric life support, contributing to over 850 peer-reviewed publications. He has also been a key figure in global health initiatives, including the ABC Stop the Bleed program in India and missions with Operation Smile.

Dr. Nadkarni has received numerous accolades, such as the American Heart Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award and the AAP Distinguished Career Award. He continues to mentor over 150 clinician-scientists while leading international efforts to strengthen the "chain of survival" for critically ill children worldwide.

Former Director General, UCOST

Mr. Sudhir Chandra Nautiyal

Mr. Sudhir Chandra Nautiyal is a highly accomplished civil servant and technocrat who served an illustrious 29-year tenure in the Industries Department of the Government of Uttarakhand. While he is often associated with leadership in state councils, he is most distinguished for his role as the Director of Industries. During his service, he was instrumental in positioning Uttarakhand as a leader in the MSME and Startup sectors.

A leather technology engineer from HBTU Kanpur with a Master’s in Economics, Nautiyal’s career spanned the private sector, public sector banking, and the Ministry of MSME. He is credited with leading the state to secure the first position in the North India Geographical Indication (GI) festival in 2022, successfully promoting indigenous products like Munsiyari Rajma and Ringal Craft.

Currently, he serves as a member of the Pravasi Uttarakhandi Cell in the Chief Minister’s Office, where he continues to facilitate investment and entrepreneurship for the state’s diaspora. His proactive approach has made him a respected figure in Indian industrial circles, recently earning him recognition at the Raj Bhavan for his lifelong contributions.

Former Fellow University of Liverpool, United Kingdom

Prof. Prabhu Narayan Mishra

Prof. Prabhu Narayan Mishra is a renowned Management Guru and academician with over 40 years of experience in teaching, research, and consulting. He is particularly recognized for his tenure as a Fellow in the Department of Economics & Accounting at the University of Liverpool, UK, where he served from 1996 to 1997. His international academic footprint also includes serving as a Senior Visiting Faculty at Tulane University, USA.

In India, Prof. Mishra has held several prestigious positions, including Director of the Institute of Management Studies (IMS) and officiating Vice Chancellor of Devi Ahilya University, Indore. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of Allahabad and is widely known for pioneering the study of Indian Ethos in Management, blending ancient Vedic wisdom with modern business theories.

A prolific scholar, he has supervised numerous doctoral students and authored several books and research papers. Prof. Mishra is also a dedicated philanthropist, serving as the Founder President of organizations like the Shri Krishna Foundation and Utkarsha, which focus on spiritual wisdom and community development. His multifaceted career is marked by prestigious awards, including the Commonwealth Academic Staff Fellowship and the United Nations Fellowship.

Ex Director, National JALMA

Prof. Kiran Katoch

Prof. Kiran Katoch is a highly respected academic researcher and medical scientist who served as the Director of the National JALMA Institute for Leprosy and Other Mycobacterial Diseases (NJILOMD) in Agra. With over four decades of experience, she has been a leading figure in the research and treatment of leprosy and tuberculosis in India. Her work is characterized by a unique focus on bridging clinical medicine with laboratory research to improve patient outcomes in mycobacterial infections.

A prolific scientist, Prof. Katoch has authored or co-authored over 150 research publications in prestigious national and international journals. Her seminal contributions include studies on the efficacy of multidrug therapy (MDT) for leprosy and the investigation of cardiovascular involvement in leprosy patients. For her outstanding research, she was honored with the Dr. C. G. S. Iyer Oration Award in 1989.

Beyond her administrative and research roles, she has served as the Editor of the Indian Journal of Leprosy and the President of the Tuberculosis Association of India (TAI). Even after her tenure as Director, she remains active as an ICMR Distinguished Scientist Chair, continuing to advocate for integrated health systems and innovative research to solve local health challenges.

Executive-in-Residence, S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research

Mr. Prabhat Pani

Mr. Prabhat Pani is a distinguished corporate leader and academician with over 40 years of experience, currently serving as an Executive in Residence and Executive Director of the Centre for Impact in Sustainable Development at SPJIMR, Mumbai. An alumnus of IIM Ahmedabad, he began his career with the Tata Administrative Services (TAS) and has held numerous leadership roles across the Tata Group.

His corporate journey includes serving as the CEO of Ginger Hotels (Roots Corporation Ltd) and as the Executive Director of Taj SATS Air Catering. He also spent significant time in the telecom sector, holding senior roles at Tata Teleservices, Airtel, and BPL Cellular. Prior to his academic transition, he served as Head of Partnerships & Technology at Tata Trusts, where he led large-scale social impact initiatives.

At SPJIMR, Pani focuses on Sustainable Development and social sector interventions, bridging the gap between corporate efficiency and developmental needs. He is also a Senior Advisor at The Conference Board and continues to mentor social sector professionals. His work remains centered on building institutional capacity and leveraging technology for broad-based community impact.

Media Executive & Board Member, Times Group

Mr. A.P. Parigi

Mr. A.P. Parigi, is a veteran leader in the Indian media, entertainment, and telecommunications sectors with over 40 years of experience. He is most widely recognized as the Co-Founder of Radio Mirchi, where he served as the Managing Director and CEO of Entertainment Network India Ltd. (ENIL). Under his leadership, Radio Mirchi grew into India's largest private FM radio network, fundamentally changing the country's audio landscape.

Throughout his career, Parigi has held several high-profile roles, including Group CEO of Network18, CEO of BPL Mobile, and MD & CEO of Eros International Media. His strategic vision also spearheaded the Times Group’s entry into the Out-of-Home (OOH) media business. Beyond corporate leadership, he has served on the boards of major entities like Bennett Coleman & Co. Ltd. (The Times of India) and has been an advisor to global institutions such as the Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford.

An alumnus of the Delhi School of Economics and the Faculty of Management Studies (FMS), Delhi, Parigi was the first non-American to receive the Rensselaer Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2009. Today, he continues to mentor next-generation leaders and advise organisations on growth, corporate governance, and digital transformation.

Former Director, IHBT

Dr. Sanjay Kumar

Dr. Sanjay Kumar, FNA, is a distinguished agricultural biotechnologist and the former Director of the CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (IHBT). Currently, he serves as the Chairman of the Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB), where he oversees the selection of top-tier scientific talent for India’s agricultural research sector. His leadership is defined by a commitment to converting high-end biotechnology into sustainable livelihoods for farmers in the Himalayan region.

During his tenure at CSIR-IHBT, Dr. Kumar achieved major milestones, including the historic introduction of Heeng (asafoetida) and monk fruit cultivation in India. His research spans plant molecular biology and genomics, specifically focusing on how Himalayan flora adapts to extreme environments. A fellow of all three major Indian science academies (FNA, FNASc, and FNAAS), he has published over 120 research papers. His work continues to play a vital role in strengthening India's bio-economy and ensuring long-term food security through innovation.

Pro-Chancellor, Perdana University, Malaysia

Dr. Mohan Swami 

Dr. Mohan Swami is a distinguished physician, entrepreneur, and educational visionary who currently serves as the Pro-Chancellor of Perdana University, Malaysia. A graduate of Mysore University, India, he began his medical career in 1978. He initially gained prominence in Sabah, where he established the largest private medical group practice, laying the foundation for his extensive career in healthcare management and corporate leadership.

Dr. Swami is widely recognized as the driving force behind the establishment of Perdana University in 2011. Under his leadership, the institution launched as a landmark public-private partnership, collaborating with world-class entities like the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Beyond academia, he is the Executive Chairman of Chase Perdana Sdn Bhd and has held significant leadership roles in various multinational corporations across the healthcare, property, and hospitality sectors.

In addition to his professional achievements, Dr. Swami is a deeply spiritual individual. He serves as the President of the AHYMSIN (Association of Himalayan Yoga Meditation Societies International) and Chancellor of Swami Rama Himalayan University. For his immense contributions to education and the Malaysian economy, he was conferred the title of Tan Sri. He also serves as the Honorary Consul of Botswana in Malaysia, bridging international relations through diplomacy and philanthropy.

Mahamandleshwar Juna Akhara

Swami Avdheshanand

Swami Avdheshanand is one of India’s most influential spiritual leaders and the Acharya Mahamandaleshwar of the Juna Akhara, the largest order of Hindu monks. Born on November 24, 1962, in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, he displayed a profound spiritual inclination from childhood. Seeking higher truths, he renounced worldly life at a young age to practice intense meditation and austerity as a hermit in the Himalayas.

His teachings are rooted in Advaita Vedanta, focusing on self-realization, universal brotherhood, and the harmony of all religions. Beyond his role as a monastic leader, he is a globally respected philosopher who has addressed the United Nations and the World Economic Forum, advocating for global peace and environmental sustainability.

As the founder of Prabhu Premi Sangh, he oversees extensive social welfare projects, including healthcare initiatives, educational programs for the underprivileged, and environmental conservation efforts like the "Green Kumbh." A prolific author and orator, his discourses reach millions via television and digital platforms. Known for his serene demeanor and intellectual depth, Swami Ji continues to bridge the gap between ancient Vedic wisdom and modern global challenges, guiding seekers toward a life of purpose and spiritual clarity.