ADVISORY COMMITEE
SHRI G LEVIN
CEO, Kerala Space Park & Former Deputy Director, VSSC, ISRO
Professional Background
Shri G. Levin, an accomplished engineer with a background in Mechanical Engineering (1982 ME), has distinguished himself as a prominent figure within the field of space exploration and technology. Er. Levin's illustrious career has been closely associated with the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) and the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) During his tenure at VSSC. he made significant contributions as a scientist, with notable achievements in the development of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) and Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (CSLV) programs.
DR REKHESH MOHAN
Scientist-D, IIA
Professional Background
Dr. Rekhesh Mohan is a distinguished Scientist-D at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA). His research focus lies in the realm of low-cost space payloads for Ultra Violet Astronomy. Dr. Mohan and his team at IIA are at the forefront of pioneering advancements in this field
DR AK MITRA
Scientist F. Satellite Meteorology Division, India Meteorological Department (IMD)
Professional Background
Dr. Ashim Kumar Mitra did his M.Sc. (Computer Science) and diploma in computer application from Guru Ghasidas Central University, Bilaspur. Chattisgarh. He joined India Meteorological Department (IMD) as a Meteorologist through UPSC in 2002 and later obtained his Ph.D in quantitative application of remote sensing in weather forecast from Jadavpur University
DR SUDHIR KUMAR N
Director, Capacity Building & Public Outreach, ISRO
Professional Background
Sudheer Kumar is a professional with a diverse and accomplished career in the aerospace and engineering sectors. He earned his undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering and went on to complete a post-graduate program in Industrial Engineering Sudheer began his career at Tata Steel, where he spent six years implementing various quality systems and contributing to process improvements. His expertise caught the attention of prestigious consulting firms like McKinsey and Booz Allen & Hamilton, where he worked on a range of impactful projects.
DR PAWAN GOENKA
Chairman, IN- SPACE
Professional Background
Dr. Pawan Goenka earned his B. Tech. from IIT, Kanpur and Ph.D. from Cornell University, U.S.A. He is a Graduate of Advanced Management Program from Harvard Business School. His professional experience includes working at General Motors R&D Centre. Detroit. U.S.A., for 14 years and at Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. for 28 years. At Mahindra he led the development of the Scorpio SUV and built a strong R&D infrastructure and a robust product portfolio.
FORMER GOVERNOR (CHATTISGARH) SHEKHAR DUTT
SM (Retd) IAS officer, as Secretary in the Ministry of Defence of the Govt. of India
Professional Background
Mr. Shekhar Dutt took office as the Governor of Chhattisgarh on January 23. 2010. Before this, he served as the Deputy National Security Advisor from August 1. 2007, with responsibilities encompassing defense, national security. and strategic defense. Mr. Dutt an IAS officer of 1969 seniority hailing from the Madhya Pradesh Cadre, also has experience as a commissioned officer in the Indian Army and received the Sena Medal for gallantry during the 1971 Indo-Pakistan war in the western sector. Before becoming Defense Secretary, he held positions as Secretary of Defense Production and Secretary in the Ministry of Health. Covernment of india Mr. Dutt has a history of service in various capacities, including Director in the Boards of Defense Undertakings, where he played disinvestment and listing on the Stock Exchange