THE DAKSHANA COMMUNITY

Anand Pathak

Anand Pathak earned his B. Tech degree from the National Institute of Kurukshetra in 2013. Prior to his tenure with Dakshana Foundation, he gained valuable experience with esteemed organizations in the power infrastructure sector, including PTC India and the Solar Energy Corporation of India. Anand has successfully overseen the delivery of essential facilities such as an express feeder, a lecture hall block, and a hostel for 136 girls at Dakshana. With a total of 9 years of experience in projects and the power sector, he brings a wealth of expertise to his role.

Beyond his professional pursuits, Anand enjoys outdoor activities such as trekking and traveling, as well as being an avid cricket enthusiast

Anjali Kumari

She is very caring and loving person.

Ankit Kumar Singh

He completed his BSc at Delhi University and previously operated his own coaching institute in New Delhi. He joined Dakshana in June 2024, where he is responsible for evaluating the homework and notebooks of all Dakshana scholars in the Pune Valley program. In addition to his professional role, he is a skilled handball and cricket player.

Akshata Musale

Akshata has had experience of 1.5 years in the Shree hospital. She loves to listening songs.

Arun Shelke

He loves sports very much and he was a gold medallist in Football in college. He loves to play other sports such as Volleyball, Hockey, Badminton & cricket. He loves to eat & travel with friends.

Deepak Waghmare

He has completed his Govt. Diploma in Co-operation & Accountancy (GDC & A) course and is currently pursuing executive course in Company Secretary.
Deepak worked as an accounts executive in a manufacuturing company for 4 years before he joined Dakshana.
Deepak likes to meditate, swim and listen to music. He also participated in University level cricket competition during college.

Dil Bahadur Mahatara

Dil Bahadur’s family consists of his parents, wife, daughter, and son. He is passionate about playing cricket and football.

Kamdev Choudhary

He was transferred to Dakshana Valley in September 2023. He is alumni of JNV Ranchi and graduated in B.Sc Mathematics from Ranchi University.

He is passionate about technology and innovation. He loves to explore new things and travel to new places.

Kunal Pradeep

He has completed B.Tech From JSS Academy of Technical Education in Civil Engineering.

He loves to play volleyball, badminton. He also loves to Read Novels.

Lohit Vakada

Lohit Vakada is a young social professional. He has completed his Master of Arts in Sociology and Social Anthropology from TISS, Guwahati. Along with that, he has also completed a PG Diploma in Tribal Development Management from NIRD & PR, Hyderabad. Lohit has good knowledge in various development fields, such as social research, understanding social issues, and important concerns of Indian society.He is passionate about working in the development sector. Lohit is creative and loves his interactions with students.

Mangesh Malave

He has completed his bachelor’s in commerce from Shivaji University, Kolhapur, Maharashtra. Before joining Dakshana, he was a part of Swami Vivekanand Pratishthan, Pune (social organization), and ALFL Pvt. Ltd., Pune.He loves to play cricket and volleyball. He also likes traveling to new places and always likes to learn new things for self-improvement.

Maruti Londhe

Maruti, as he is popularly known, is a native of Pune and has completed his matriculation. Maruti likes to play cricket, Kho-Kho, and Kabbadi and is very passionate about hygiene, cleaning & admin activity for Valley.

Md. Shahnwaj Alam

Md. Alam is a Navodaya alumnus. He was a JNV student at JNV Jamtara, Jharkhand in the 2011–2018 session. He is pursuing his B. Tech (Final Year) in Computer Science Engineering from JUT Jharkhand.Md. Alam is passionate about his work and always welcomes different situations. He enjoys reading various disciplines of philosophy, psychology, and sociology. He loves to write about mentoring and guidance. He also likes road trips. He loves to explore and learn about the history and culture of India. 

Mahesh D. Panmand

He has Diploma in Computer Hardware and Networking.

Murlidhar Bhange

He is in charge of electrical maintenance and water management of the campus. Muralibhau, as he is popularly known, is a native of Pune and has completed his intermediate education in Arts. Muralibhau likes to play cricket and is very passionate about maintenance of electrical infrastructure.

Naveen Kumar

In April 2024, Naveen joined Dakshana Foundation as an Academic Officer. In this role, he is tasked with the crucial responsibility of coordinating and overseeing the work of Centers of Excellence (CoEs). His duties involve ensuring smooth operations, fostering effective communication, and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance the educational outcomes of these centers.

Beyond his professional commitments, Naveen is an avid reader who enjoys delving into various books. This passion for reading not only enriches his knowledge but also fuels his continuous learning and personal development. Naveen love for reading makes him a well-rounded and dedicated individual in his field.

Prashant Kadam

He is passionate about his work and responsibilities in Store activities and management.

he loves to take long walks, listen to music as well as play cricket.

Raj Kumar

His biggest motivation to join Dakshana is his belief in the fact that education of all types leads to the growth of individuals and the nation. He loves to explore new things to learn.

Rajita Gunjal

Rajita chose to work with Dakshana because she resonates with Dakshana’s cause and believes in the impact that is being achieved. Rajita’s family consists of her in-laws, husband and 4-yr old son.

Ramesan Thuruthuppalli

Sub Ramesan Thuruthippali worked in the Indian Army(Corps of Military Police ) for 26 years. He served 1 year for the Foreign country UNDOF ( The United Nations Disengagement Observer Force).He got the best service award at UNDOF.

Sub Ramesan Thuruthippalli completed 6 months of Commando Training at NSG center Manesar. He served 3 years COAS(Chief of the Army Staff) bodyguard and he got a COAS commendation and an Appreciation certificate.

He is a hard-working person and a self-motivated. He enjoys watching movies and drawing, also he is the best player in volleyball.

Sandeep Tiwari

He has professional work experience with multiple startups across several industries and he has problem – solving and innovative ideas skills.

Apart from this Sandeep likes Cricket, travel, and book reading.

Sangita Kumari

She has done her schooling till higher secondary from JNV Dhanbad thereafter she joined one year scholarship program in Dakshana valley from 2018 to 2019. She graduated from Institute of Science BHU in bachelor’s of science in 2022.

She loves singing, sketching, reading books and watching documentaries.

Shashikant Nehere

His responsibilities include monitoring schedule of lectures, conducting tests, generating results, etc. Shashi has completed his education at Rambhau Mhalagi Vidyalaya, Kadus. He joined Dakshana in May 2016. Shashi has had experience of 10 years in the hospitality industry. Shashi’s family consists of his parents, wife and they are blessed with a daughter.

Sunistha Singh

She has experience of 6 months in SRMS Institute of medical sciences, Bareilly as an Admission coordinator.

She is quick learner and ready to take new challenges required to perform better. She loves to explore new things and travelling.

Anil Kumar Singh

Before joining Dakshana, Sub A. K. Singh served in the Indian Army for over 28 years, retiring as a Subedar in December 2021. During his military career, he also worked as a Physical Training Instructor (PTI) for the long course in Pune and Bengaluru, stationed at the ASC Centre (North). His expertise extended to being a Weapons Training Instructor as well.

Notably, Sub A. K. Singh actively participated in the Kargil War and was stationed in Bhutan for 2 years, contributing to common security along the Bhutan govt at the China-Bhutan border.

At Dakshana, he takes sole responsibility for overseeing Physical Training (PT), Yoga, and other sports activities at the Dakshana Valley. His prowess extends to sports as well—he excels in volleyball, football, and cricket, having played these games at the national level during his tenure in the Indian Army.

Satish Kumar Sharma

Before joining Dakshana, Sub S.K Sharma served in the Indian Army for over 28 years, retiring as a Subedar in April 2022. He was posted in Leh Ladakh for more than 2 years and in Glacier for 18 months, during his military career, he also worked as a Physical Training Instructor (PTI) for a short course in ASC Centre (South). He has 28 years of experience serving with Twelve reputation Headquarters of the Indian Army.

Notably, Sub S.K Sharma actively participated in the Kargil War and was posted in Sudan for 6 months.

At Dakshana, he takes charge as APC for the Dakshana Valley location. His prowess extends to sports as well—he excels in basketball, having played these games at the national level during his tenure in the Indian Army.

Thomas Chacko

He completed his M.A in Literature from Madras University in 2010. He used to run an English-medium school in Andhra Pradesh for 15 years. He worked as an assistant professor at V.R.S. & Y.R.N. Engineering College in Chirala, Andhra Pradesh. His hobbies include listening to music and playing the Tabla.

Vilas Babasaheb Desai

He worked in the Indian Army Medical Corps for 26 years. He completed a 3-year Diploma in Nursing in 1998. He served 1 year for the Indian level III hospital CONGO( South Africa ) Foreign country UNDOF ( The United Nations Disengagement Observer Force). He got the best service award at UNDOF.

He is a highly trained medical personnel and trained to give First Aid and trauma care to the wounded on the battlefield and inform about specific casualties to the battalion or regimental surgeon.

He completed proficiency in trauma Care and emergency at 92 BASE Hospital Srinagar ( J &K ) for two years. He worked as a Hospital Supervisor at Military Hospital Bhatinda. He served as Medical Platoon leader overseeing the day-to-day operations of the base clinic. He issued shots and immunizations to soldiers at Covid Center Military Hospital Bhatinda. He worked in the BASE Medical Camp in the Kargil War.

He is a hard-working person and a self-motivated. He is a charming person, also he is the best player in basketball.

Vishal Dattatray Gunjal

Vishal chose to work with Dakshana because he resonates with Dakshana’s cause and believes in the impact that is achieved. Vishal’s job involves creating awareness about the Dakshana scholarship program among students of government schools in Maharashtra. As a part of his job, Vishal liaises with state and district education officers. He is passionate about Volleyball and is a National Volleyball player. Vishal’s family consists of his parents, wife and he is blessed with a son. Vishal’s wife, Rajita, also helps with the Dakshana CSR program being run in the Kadus village school where we help students prepare for the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) & All India Sainik School Entrance Exam (AISSEE).