Our leadership
Rashtriya Utthaan is guided by people who have led colleges, supervised research, built patent portfolios and delivered large-scale digital transformation. Their combined experience shapes every recommendation we make.
Former Principal, RVCE
Former Principal of RV College of Engineering (RVCE), Bengaluru, known for transforming it into a top-10 engineering institution in India through visionary leadership.
He brings first-hand experience of what it takes to lift an institution’s academic standards, culture and reputation over the long term — the foundation of Rashtriya Utthaan’s institution-building approach.
Chief Executive Officer
CSE Professor & Education Reform Strategist
CEO of Rashtriya Utthaan, academic leader and Computer Science & Engineering professor with deep experience in curriculum design, academic audits and education reform strategy.
He leads the organisation’s engagements with partner institutions, including the ongoing 3-year strategic development programme with T. John Institute of Technology.
Managing Director
Youth & Women Empowerment
Managing Director focused on youth and women empowerment, expanding Rashtriya Utthaan’s community outreach and social initiatives.
She champions programmes that widen access to opportunity for students and connect institutions with the communities they serve.
Mentor & Strategic Advisor
Inventor with 90 granted US patents
Dr. Sajal Kumar Das has contributed significantly to innovation and research through his extensive work in intellectual property. He has published 170 US patent applications, of which 90 patents have been granted, reflecting his strong impact on technological advancement and development.
A mentor with deep expertise in computing architecture, wireless systems and embedded design, he serves as a strategic advisor for educational technology initiatives.
Distinguished Scientist · 40+ years
Prof. Dr. K. Natarajan is a nationally acclaimed Distinguished Scientist, academician, innovator, entrepreneur and industrialist with over 40 years of excellence in research, teaching and technology development.
He has made significant contributions to polymer science through pioneering innovations, patents, industry collaborations and the mentorship of thousands of students and researchers. Recognised with prestigious national and international awards, he is committed to advancing research, innovation and entrepreneurship for societal and global impact.
Former Sr. Program Manager, IBM
Retired from IBM as Senior Program Manager – Digital Transformation, Amit Parashar is a Principal Solution Architect and Program Director with three decades of experience in enterprise IT.
For more than 15 years he has architected and executed programmes that deliver strategic business advantage through AI-led digital transformation — experience he applies to digital governance and technology adoption in institutions.
Academic Auditor
Principal, SDM Institute of Technology
With over 35 years of experience in academia, research and administration, Dr. Suresh serves as the Principal of SDM Institute of Technology. He holds a Ph.D. in Fiber Bragg Grating Sensors, executed at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru.
He brings extensive expertise in guiding Ph.D. scholars, establishing advanced laboratories and driving institutional excellence, and leads Rashtriya Utthaan’s academic audit work.
Collective expertise
Each area of our work is anchored by people with direct, practical experience of it — so advice is grounded in what has worked in real institutions.
FAQ
Rashtriya Utthaan is led by CEO Dr. Shailesh Kumar, an academic leader and Computer Science & Engineering professor, and Managing Director Gunjika Kumari. They are supported by senior mentors and advisors including M.R. Holla, former Principal of RVCE; inventor Dr. Sajal Kumar Das; distinguished scientist Prof. Dr. K. Natarajan; former IBM digital-transformation leader Amit Parashar; and academic auditor Dr. K. Suresh.
Together the team brings decades of experience in leading and transforming engineering institutions, curriculum design and academic audits, research and patents (including 90 granted US patents), polymer science and industry collaboration, enterprise IT and AI-led digital transformation, and youth and women empowerment.
Yes. Engagements are led by members of the leadership and advisory team, with specific experts involved in areas such as academic audit, research and innovation, or digital governance depending on your priorities.
Share your institution’s goals and challenges. A senior member of our team will discuss where to start.
