Ambassadors' Panel
Know Our Ambassadors'
Dr. (Mrs). Vijetha Shetty
Principal, Vivek College of Commerce, Goregaon West, Mumbai
Dr. (Mrs.) Vijetha S. Shetty
Dr. (Mrs.) Vijetha S. Shetty currently serves as the Principal of Vivek College of
Commerce (Autonomous), Mumbai, and brings with her over 32 years of exemplary teaching experience in the Faculty of Commerce and Management.
A distinguished academician, Dr. Shetty is a recognized Ph.D. guide in Business Policy and Administration under the University of Mumbai and has successfully mentored 9 doctoral scholars. She is also an alumna of the prestigious Faculty
Development Programme at IIM Indore, with academic specializations in Human Resource Management, Marketing, and Branding.
Her academic, administrative, and social contributions have been widely recognized. She has served on numerous statutory and academic committees at the University of Mumbai and continues to represent the University as a nominee across various autonomous colleges.
Dr. Shetty’s leadership is marked by a rare blend of intellectual depth and compassionate action. Her commitment to women’s empowerment, student welfare, and community outreach has earned her national and international accolades, including:
Awards and Honours:
Iconic Female Leadership Award at the House of Lords, Westminster Houses of Parliament, London, United Kingdom on 7th November 2024 by the Justina Mutale Foundation.
Savitri Sammaan Puraskaar by Maharashtra Rajya Shikshak Parishad on 8th March 2024.
Progressive Leadership Award by PSPA and HBSU on 1st December 2023.
Akshaya Ratna Award on behalf of Vivek College at the Akshaya Shakti Social Impact Awards by Akshaya Shakti Welfare Association on 22nd March 2024.
Best Bunt Achiever 2024 by Bunts Sangha, Mumbai at its Annual Day Get-Together on 14th April 2024.
Social Action Award 2022–2023 by Indian Development Foundation (IDF) — an organization in special consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council, awarded on 17th February 2023.
Vocational Excellence Award 2022 by Rotary Club of Mumbai West Coast. Honoured as a Women Achiever by Goregaon Mahila Mandal in April 2023.
Felicitation by UNEP and Government of India for participation in the world’s largest beach cleaning drive in the presence of Mr. Erik Solheim, Head of the United Nations Environment Programme, on 27th May 2018.
Award of Excellence for Service to Education (2017) and Social Action Awards (2018 & 2019) for excellence in health awareness, resource mobilization, and humanitarian services by IDF.
Felicitation as a Women Achiever by the Human Rights and Social Justice
Commission, an NGO, for social contribution to nation-building (2017 & 2018).
Community Leader Award at the Mahawalkathon Award Ceremony on 22nd March 2019, organized by PWD, Maharashtra Motor Vehicle Dept., CASI Global, and CSR Diary.
Appreciation Award and Scroll of Honour by Bunts Sangha, Mumbai on 14th April 2019.
Felicitation by The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), Western Region on 28th November 2018.
Nominated for the Best Educationist Award by the Indian Solidarity Council for outstanding achievements in the field of education (2018).
Appreciation from Sejong University, South Korea, for establishing a Student Exchange Program.
Dr. (Mrs). Latha Venkat
Former Principal, KGSS Vidyalaya, Malad West, Mumbai
Dr Latha Venkat
Dr Latha Venkat has been an educationist for nearly 4 decades and served as Principal for nearly 22 years. Over the years, she has been actively involved in social activities in the field of education and health and is a Trustee of the NGO, Indian Development Foundation (IDF).
She is also a Committee Member of the Open Forum for Principals and School Leaders Network. She has been a judge for various inter-school essay, elocution, quiz, music competition etc.
She is a passionate learner and has to her credit 3 Post Graduate degrees, an M Phil, a Ph D and a Diploma in Education, all acquired during her teaching career. She has been a role model for her students and teachers.
She owes her career to her mother, who was a teacher herself and respects and follows her two women idols Mrs. Kiran Bedi and Mrs. Sudha Murthy who have inspired her.
For her contribution to the field of education, she has won many accolades like the Abraham Lincoln Headmaster Award, the Acharya Devo Bhava Award, The Nation Builder Award, the Rex Karmaveer Award and many more.
Dr. Latha represented her IDF at the All Women’s Conference in UN in 2020.
Dr. (Mrs.) Sangeeta Srivastava
Former Principal & Academic Director, SVPV Vidyalaya & T P Bhatia Jr College, Kandivali West, Mumbai
Dr. Sangeeta Srivastava
Dr. Sangeeta Srivastava
Principal & Chief Academic Officer (C.A.O.), Kandivali Education Society’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Vividhlakshi Vidyalaya & Shri T. P. Bhatia College of Science, Mumbai. Maharashtra State Best Teacher Awardee (2016–17).
Dr. Sangeeta Srivastava is a distinguished educationist, researcher, author, and leadership trainer with over three decades of experience in school and college education. As Principal and Chief Academic Officer of Kandivali Education Society’s
S.V.P.V. Vidyalaya and Shri T.P. Bhatia College of Science, she leads an institution of over 8,000 students and 250 staff members, inspiring excellence through innovation, inclusivity, and value-based learning.
She holds a Ph.D. in Education from the University of Mumbai, along with postgraduate qualifications in English Literature, Education Management, and Journalism & Mass Communication. A Certified International Yoga Teacher and Bhagavad Gita scholar, Dr. Srivastava blends academic rigor with spiritual wisdom, promoting holistic education that nurtures both intellect and character.
Under her visionary leadership, the institution has pioneered initiatives in ICT integration, environmental education, and creative discipline through performing arts. Her acclaimed Swayam Project disciplines students through dance, dramatics, music, and art—earning wide recognition for its positive impact on school culture.
Dr. Srivastava has represented India internationally, presenting research papers at educational conferences in Beijing (China), Kobe (Japan), and Mumbai (India), and undergoing training at Rutgers University, USA and NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.
Her authored works include Teachers Create Magic… With ICT, ICT: A Magical Tool in the Hands of a Teacher, Tell Me a Story, Papa! and Ek Kahani Sunao Na, Papa!, among others. Her articles have been published in The Times of India, The Hindu, DNA, and Times NIE on topics ranging from STEM education to emotional intelligence and moral learning.
Dr. Srivastava’s excellence has been recognized through numerous honours, including the Maharashtra State Best Teacher Award (2016–17), Karamveer Chakra Award (2017), Award of Excellence in Education (2015), and UMA’s Shiksha Gaurav Puraskar (2023).
A passionate advocate of “education through inspiration,” Dr. Srivastava believes that education is not the filling of a vessel, but the lighting of a lamp. Her life’s mission continues to be transforming learners into compassionate, confident, and creative citizens of tomorrow.
Dr. (Mrs). Chandrakala Mishra
Principal, Diamond Jubilee High school for Girls, Mumbai
Dr. Chandrakala Mishra
Dr. Chandrakala Mishra currently serves as the Principal of Diamond Jubilee High School for Girls, Mumbai. With over 26 years of experience in the education sector, she brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to her role. She holds multiple postgraduate degrees in Commerce, Education, and English and is currently pursuing a degree in Psychology. In addition, she has completed her B.Ed., M.Ed., and holds a Doctorate in Education.
Dr. Mishra has spent over a decade as a lecturer and professor in teacher training colleges (D.T.Ed. and B.Ed.), where she developed a strong foundation in pedagogy and teacher development. She has a comprehensive understanding of both national and state board curricula and has led ICSE schools for more than ten years. Her leadership is marked by a commitment to excellence, adaptability, and a continuous drive to acquire new skills.
A dynamic orator and passionate reader, Ms. Mishra is a lifelong learner who frequently participates in educational webinars and workshops as a speaker. Her areas of expertise include school administration, conflict resolution, teacher training, mental health advocacy, and counselling for both staff and students.
Recognitions:
- Awardee of ‘Maharashtra Ratna Samman 2025’
- Recipient of ‘Ambassador Award 2025’
- Recipient of ‘Citizenship Excellence Award 2024’ – Skill Bharat Samman
- Recipient of ‘Principal of The Year 2024’ – Universal Mentors Association
- Recipient of ‘Nation Builder Award 2024’ – Rotary Club of Mumbai West Coast
- Awardee of ‘Certificate of Excellence 2024’ by Hindustan Times Pace Principal Award
- Awardee of ‘Beacon of Excellence Awards 2023’ by Gangaram
- Awardee of ‘Inspiring Education Hero Award 2023’ by EGN
- Awardee of Bhartiya Shiksha Padmabhushan Puraskar 2023’
- Awardee of ‘Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Siksha Sarvochcha Samman 2023’
- Recipient of ‘Nari Tu Narayani’ Award for contribution in the field of education
- Felicitated with ‘Guru Dronacharya Award’ for contribution in the field of education
Dr. C. B . Mishra
Prinicpal & Director , Prudence Group of Schools Delhi
Dr. C.B. Mishra
Dr. C.B. Mishra
Director Principal, Prudence Group of Schools, Delhi State Awardee, CBSE Mentor, TOT, and Academic Committee Member, Mentor for NCERT, SCERT (Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan)
Professional Affiliations:
- Founder Secretary, Indraprastha School
- Executive Member, Action Committee of Unaided Recognised Private
- Academic Committee Member, Bhartiya Vidyapeeth University & SHIATS (UP).
- Curriculum Developer for Mother’s Pride, Presidium, Prudence, and other school
- Academic Excellence and Audit for over 121+
Research and Publications:
- Life Member, AIMA and GAP (Research Unit).
- Author of books on Logical Reasoning (Grade 1-8), Maths (Grade 1-8), and reviewer for Science and SST books (Grade 1-8).
- Book reviewer for CBSE Cost
Dr. (Mrs). Reshma Hegde
Principal - Kapol Vidyanidhi International School
Dr. (Mrs) Reshma Hegde
Dr. RESHMA HEGDE, the Principal of Kapol Vidyanidhi International School. Dr. Reshma Hegde brings with her 20 years of experience in the field of education. She is furnished with the Masters Degree in History and Masters Degree in Education.
Additionally, Dr. Reshma Hegde has professional certification in Excellence in school leadership ( Kolkatta) and pursuing her PHD in Life Skill Initiative. Dr. Reshma Hegde began her career as a teacher and has held many leadership positions in various schools over Mumbai. She is the proud recipient of the prestigious ‘Rajiv Gandhi Award for excellence in Education’, ‘Vidya Rattan Gold Medal’ and ‘The Mother Teresa Sadbhavana Award’ from various institutions.
She firmly believes in the three D’s fulfilling one’s life Determination, Dedication and Discipline. She emphasizes not only on the wholesome development of her students but also emphasizes on the professional development and morale of her teachers, as she believes that the teachers are the angels in the life of the students. Dr. Reshma Hegde strives to establish a climate in which children can develop self discipline and a composite personality with creative thinking.
In her pursuit for excellence and commitment towards education she endeavors to scale new heights every year under the guidance of Chairman Shri Jiten P Mody. Her commitment has proven in the name and fame of her school .