B. A. M. S., Nutritionist,
M. A. Sanskrit , Masters in Yoga , PhD Scholar
CEO, Founder – SIFA & Shiv Ayurved, Singapore- India
Contact: +65 8120 9310 / +91 98903 86924
SIFA Advisor and former Vice-Chancellor of KKSU, holds the honorary title of Vachaspati (D.Litt.) and the title of Yogaratna. He is the Director of the Sanskrit Academy in Hyderabad, Telangana. A gold medalist in B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. in Nyaya, Yoga, and Vedanta philosophy, he has been honored with a D.Litt. by National Sanskrit University for his contributions to Indian philosophy. His accolades include prestigious titles like Yuva Vipashchit, Utkrisht Sanskrit Pandit, and multiple awards such as the Sahitya Academy Award and the Sribhashyam National Award.
Dr. Bandita Satapathy is an esteemed academic and SIFA Advisor, currently serving as the Principal of G.S. College at Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute in Lonavala. With advanced degrees in Sanskrit and Yoga (M.A., M.Phil., and Ph.D.), she is recognized internationally for her scholarship in these fields. Dr. Satapathy has guided numerous Ph.D. students and has contributed significantly to research and teaching in Yoga. She has delivered guest lectures at institutions such as SOAS University, London, and is affiliated with Oxford University. In 2023, she received the prestigious SIFA Yoga Ratna Award from Shiv Ayurveda SIFA in Singapore. Additionally, she holds key academic positions, including serving as a member of the Board of Studies at Kavikulaguru Kalidas Sanskrit University and as Chairman of both the Examination Board and Ph.D. Centre at Kaivalyadhama.
BAMS, MS (Ophthalmology), the Treasurer of SIFA and has been dedicated to enhancing the general understanding of Ayurvedic principles and treatments within the community. Through her efforts, she aims to promote awareness and appreciation of Ayurveda's benefits among the wider population.
Dr. Kamlesh Shivaram Mahajan is the SIFA Coordinator and a faculty member in the Department of Swasthavritta at a government-aided Ayurveda college in Panchavati, Nashik, Maharashtra, India. He is an Ayurvedic and Yogic lifestyle practitioner, an international guest speaker, and actively involved in addiction awareness campaigns.
Mr. Sumeet Gupta, also the SIFA coordinator is an entrepreneur and co-founder of Pehal Foundation, an NGO based in Punjab. He holds a B. Pharmacy degree, a Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sales Management (PGDPSM), and an M.Sc. in Food and Nutrition. Contact: +91 9876454468
Ms. Sakshi Shiva Mandolikar, SIFA’s Yoga Instructor holds a B.A. in Yogashastra from Kaivalyadham, M.A. in Yogic Science & Ayurveda from Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidhyalaya. Conducts yoga sessions for dental professionals and corporate sectors, locally and internationally focusing on lifestyle disorders and stress management. Yoga Trainer with the IMumz app, supporting pregnancy and motherhood. Practitioner of Ashtanga Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Marma Therapy, Sujok Acupressure, Pranic Healing, Wheel Yoga and Kathak.
Mr. Shriraj Pande SIFA’s Yoga Instructor, holding an M.A. in Yogashastra. He is certified at YCB Level-3 and specializes in medical yoga. In addition to his yoga expertise, he is trained in Yoga Prabodh and is also a sound therapist, integrating holistic practices into his teachings.
Mrs. Nilima Ganesh Kadam, SIFA’s Yoga Instructor holds Diploma in computer Engineering, Yoga Therapy, M.A. in Yogshastra. Working as a Yoga teacher in Zeal Polytechnic College & OmAayu Yog Center. Keen practitioner of Iyengar yoga from the last 5-6 years. She is also a UGC NET scholar.
