B. V. Umesh
Mysore based Chemical Engineer B V Umesh has about 35 years of experience in R&D Biotechnology & Natural products in the private sector. He is retired and is the most sought after illustrator of our multimedia team. After his retirement in 2015, he has been volunteering as an artist in our MM team, contributing to intricate and eye-catching illustrations for enriching SSSVV content. 'On time, every time' is his USP. SSSVV appreciates this veteran for his time and efforts in this holy seva.
Venkatesh Badageri
With an M. Tech in VLSI & Embedded Systems, Venkatesh Badageri from Uttara Kannada, Karnataka is a lecturer at MES RN Shetty Polytechnic, Sirsi. In 2013, he joined SSSVV as a School Relationship Coordinator (SRC) of the Siddapura Sai School and at present, is serving as KA State SRC Lead. Recently, he trained the State teachers to use SSSVV content from our Learning Management System (LMS). He is delighted that SSSVV is helping him serve more and work with schools very closely. Thank you, Venkatesh.
Shobha Dasika
A former Principal, Shobha Dasika, B. Sc., MCA, B. Ed. hails from Hyderabad, Telangana. As a volunteer in SSSVV since April 2021, she belongs to the Training Team and Phone Your Friend (PYF) program. She is a PYF mentor who enjoys guiding her mentee to speak good English. With gratitude, she mentions that her association with SSSVV central training team is the most important milestone in her life given by Bhagawan, an opportunity given to her to learn, unlearn and relearn. Thank you, Shobha.
D. V. Lakshmi
A B.A., B.Ed (Hindi) Pandit, D. V. Lakshmi is a retired teacher from Chennai, Tamil Nadu, having served in several institutions during her tenure. She is associated with SSSVV for the past 2 years as Phone Your Friend (PYF) Tamil Nadu mentor. She has completed the Basic and. Intermediate levels of PYF classes for her mentee and is grateful to Swami for a meaningful seva opportunity in her life. Thank you, Lakshmi.
Shradha V. P.
An M. Sc. graduate, Shradha V. Phaterpekar also has a B. Ed. degree from SSSIHL, Anantapur Campus and is based at Puttaparthi, India. She is a homemaker who volunteers all her time for SSSVV as a Resource Coordinator. She has contributed immensely in uploading content to the NCERT Vidydaan program and her educational background and skills in handling technology came in handy during the mass migration process. Way to go, Shradha.
Jayaram Gouda
A teacher with a passion to serve society, Jayaram Gouda, B.Sc B.Ed, has been in the teaching profession for the past 8 years. Cheerful, creative and ever ready to serve, Jayaram has been in the Odisha Content team as a Mathematics author since 2019, helping create quality OD Board content within a short duration. Along with authoring, he has also taken up the responsibility of mentoring a couple of authors. Bravo, Jayaram.
Pratibha Shenoy
From being a manager to becoming a sole proprietor with specialisation in cakes and pastries, Pratibha Shenoy from Mangalore is a Commerce Graduate from Mumbai University who is also a committed Bal Vikas Guru. At SSSVV she has been with the Phone Your Friend (PYF) Program,Telangana since 2019, training teachers. As a PYF mentor, she has completed Basic Level for two mentees. Way to go, Pratibha. Your dedication and discipline is well appreciated!
Ratan Kanal
An alumnus of SSSIHL, Bengaluru based Ratan Kanal is a qualified Chartered Accountant who works as a Management and Strategic Consultant. At SSSVV, he is involved in the Phone Your Friend (PYF) Program, Gujarat and is currently a mentor for over a year handling two mentees from the state. He ensures regularity of sessions and is prompt in his communication with his mentees as well as coordinators. He considers this seva opportunity as a way to sanctify his life. Great going, Ratan.
Leela Raghavan
A University rank holder in M.Sc Zoology, Smt. Leela Raghavan from Delhi has taught science (Biology) for 32 years at Chandigarh and New Delhi, and has also written and edited Biology (CBSE) content. At SSSVV she serves as PYF, Gujarat mentor and Science content developer. She has excellent English skills that cascade to her mentee with whom she maintains a great rapport. Even though she is yet to visit Prasanthi Nilayam, she spreads Swami's light through her work. You are an inspiration Leela!
Abhimanyu Kaul
An alumnus of SSSIHL, Abhimanyu Kaul of Gurgaon is a successful entrepreneur, running his own consultancy Values in Action, and an accomplished author whose book "The Joy of Self Discovery", was launched by Bhagawan. At SSSVV, he serves as a PYF mentor, Haryana since October 2020. Thanks to Abhimanyu's hard work, his mentee has developed into a confident speaker, who has made consistent progress.and is now able to express himself confidently in English during the external assessment. Bravo, Abhimanyu!
S Jayalakshmi
An Assistant Manager (HR) by profession, S. Jayalakshmi of Bangalore, Karnataka holds an MBA degree and is also pursuing M.Sc. Since 2016, she has been working with the Phone-Your-Friend (PYF) program as a mentor taking PYF classes for teachers in Basic and Intermediate levels. A sincere and dedicated volunteer, Jayalakshmi works with passion for the PYF program. Good job, Jayalakshmi, your efforts mean the world to your mentees!