Speakers

Dr. Prasanta Kumar Mohanty is the Vice Chancellor of Centurion University of Technology and Management, Visakhapatnam. He holds a Ph.D. in Supply Chain Management, an MBA, and a degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering. With over 25 years of teaching experience, Dr. Mohanty specializes in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Services Operations, and Project Management. His academic work extends to faculty development programs (FDP) in Service Operations Management. Dr. Mohanty is also actively engaged in academic administration, corporate relations, and career counseling. His research focuses on Supply Chain Management, and he is involved in training and consulting in areas like optimization problems in service sectors, organized retailing, and project management. Known for his expertise and leadership, Dr. Mohanty is committed to advancing academic excellence and fostering industry-academia collaboration.

B. Anantha Krishnan is the CEO Operations at Kalorex Group Of Institutions. Mr. Krishnan is a target oriented professional with 22+ Years of Experience in Techno-commercial and Operational roles in the field of Education. He has a good exposure in starting Schools and Educational Institutions right from the drawing board and establishing them into a profit venture. He also has an expertise in K-12 Joint-Ventures, Supplimentary Education programmes and tie-ups at Pan Asia level. Prior to joining Kalorex Group in 2014, he was associated with FIITJEE Limited in the position of DGM – Formal Education & International Ventures. He holds a B.Com. degree from the Delhi University.

Dr. Manjula Pooja Shroff is a renowned edupreneur, vlogger, achiever, and podcaster who has made a significant impact in the field of education. As the CEO of Kalorex Group, she has played a pivotal role in establishing and managing several premier schools, including Delhi Public Schools and Calorx Public Schools, with a focus on excellence and technological innovation. With a passion for holistic education, Dr. Shroff advocates for SHROFFism, which emphasizes the importance of mental, physical, and spiritual well-being in leading a centred life. She believes in breaking away from traditional learning methods and encourages interactive and engaging teaching methodologies to make education more interesting and accessible to students. Driven by her commitment to social responsibility, Dr. Shroff actively engages in various CSR activities, particularly in providing basic education to the underprivileged. Her efforts in promoting inclusive education are evident through projects such as Visamo Kids and Prerna, a school for dyslexics. Dr. Manjula Pooja Shroff’s remarkable contributions to the field of education have been recognized with prestigious awards, including the prestigious Secular India Award from the President of India, Shri Shankar Dayal Sharma & Woman of the year by American Bibliography Society, North Carolina. Her relentless dedication to empowering education and her inspiring leadership make her a true trailblazer in the industry.

Dr. M. V. V. Prasada Rao, a renowned educationist and former Director of CBSE, has made significant contributions to school education in India and abroad. He has served as a teacher, administrator, and Director in various prestigious institutions, including Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, Central Tibetan Schools, and CBSE schools across India and abroad. Dr. Rao has successfully conducted CBSE board examinations and other competitive exams such as UGC NET and Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET). His career highlights include leadership roles as Deputy Commissioner of Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti, Director of Central Tibetan Schools, and Deputy Director of National Institute of Open Schooling. He holds qualifications in B.Sc., B.Ed., M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D., and has published papers in international journals. Dr. Rao has trained over 500 teachers and principals and is a frequent speaker at national forums. He is the Chief Advisor at Jaslark Minds Pvt. Ltd., promoting education beyond traditional boundaries

Dr. H. Sudarsana Rao is a renowned Professor of Civil Engineering at Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Anantapur, with over 37 years of teaching and research experience. He holds a B.Tech and M.Tech in Civil and Structural Engineering from JNTU, Anantapur, both earned with distinction, and completed his Ph.D. in Structural Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology, Mumbai, in 1996. Throughout his career, Dr. Rao has contributed significantly to civil engineering education, holding key academic and administrative roles, including Deputy Warden, Head of the Department, and Chief Engineer. His leadership extends to his current role as Vice Chancellor of JNTU, where he continues to guide the university towards academic excellence. Dr. Rao’s dedication to education and structural engineering has made him a respected figure in academia, inspiring countless students and peers through his innovative work and steadfast commitment to advancing the field.

Prof. S. Vijaya Bhaskara Rao currently serves as the Vice-Chancellor (I/C) of Vikrama Simhapuri University, Nellore, and is also the Director of the UGC-SVU Centre for MST Radar Applications at Sri Venkateswara University. With over three decades of academic and administrative experience, he is a respected Professor of Physics and a visionary leader. Known for promoting Education 4.0, Prof. Rao aims to foster international collaborations, research excellence, and entrepreneurship. His work is driven by transparency, societal service, and eco-friendly initiatives, striving to transform educational institutions into globally competitive, knowledge-based platforms.

Prof. D.N. Reddy, Chancellor of Malla Reddy University, is a distinguished academician with a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering (Osmania University), M.Tech (IIT Madras), and Ph.D. in Turbo Machines (IIT Delhi). Former Vice-Chancellor of JNTU Hyderabad and member of UGC, Prof. Reddy has significantly contributed to higher and technical education in India. He has held key positions at Osmania University and AICTE, and chaired DRDO’s Research Advisory Committee, guiding the careers of over 8,000 scientists. He is also the Director of the Dr. C.R. Rao Institute at the University of Hyderabad, furthering national academic and scientific advancements.

Dr. K.V. Subba Reddy, born on 1st July 1957, is a distinguished educationist and philanthropist. He holds advanced degrees including a Ph.D., M.Phil, and LLB, and has been instrumental in promoting education across the Rayalaseema region. Dr. Reddy established several educational institutions, including engineering, pharmacy, and MBA colleges in Kurnool and surrounding areas, positively impacting the lives of nearly one lakh students. Known for his charitable work, he provides free lunches to petitioners and has contributed to building temples, old age homes, and shelters. A member of various social organizations, he has been honored with numerous awards, including Jewel of India and Bharat Jyothi. He recently donated Rs. 12 lakh to the CM Relief Fund in September 2024.