FOUNDER & MANAGING TRUSTEE,
TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONAL
ANAMIKA MAJUMDER
Anamika Majumder is Founder & Managing Trustee at OBLF.
In 2010, she spent considerable time visiting and interacting with children enrolled in government schools in peri-urban and rural Bengaluru, Karnataka.
What she experienced and learned at these schools cemented her beliefs and resolve to improve quality of education and learning outcomes for children in in peri-urban and rural areas in India. Thus, OBLF was founded as a non-profit in July 2010, and this resolve became the core philosophy for the organization.
Anamika is a Software Professional, based out of Boston, MA. She has worked for companies like Sun Microsystems, Thomson Reuters/DTCC, The MathWorks, Optum/UnitedHealthGroup, Walmart Advanced Systems Robotics in the USA for 2 decades. She also has a demonstrated history in non-profit management.
Anamika has an undergraduate degree in Architecture from MNIT Jaipur and a Master’s Degree in Computer Science from the University of Massachusetts, Boston.
She has run full marathons for OBLF in Berlin, Mumbai, Chicago, Cape Town and Ottawa. She aspires to also run marathons in the remaining continents for OBLF as it is close to her heart.
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ARVIND MALHAN
TRUSTEE, PRIVATE
SECTOR LEADER
ARVIND MALHAN
Arvind Malhan is Managing Trustee at OBLF.
He is a Private Sector Leader who has served as a Senior Advisor to Private Equity firms and was formerly a Partner at New Silk Route.
Prior to joining NSR in 2010, Arvind served as the Executive Director at JP Morgan Private Capital Asia, the Asian private equity arm of JP Morgan, where he was part of the founding team.
He previously served as Director of TVG Capital Partners, a private equity firm focused on telecom, media and information technology investments across Asia, where he started the firm’s India office.
Arvind began his career at McKinsey and Company, where he developed strategic initiatives for leading global companies in the information technology and financial services industries, and has also worked at Morgan Stanley Venture Partners and Pequot Capital Management.
Arvind has an MBA from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
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Sridhar Pabbisetty
Trustee, Public Policy & Urban Governance Specialist
SRIDHAR PABBISETTY
Sridhar Pabbisetty is Managing Trustee at OBLF.
A recognized leader in Public Policy and Inclusive Governance, he has pioneered innovative campaigns and executed legal and policy interventions that lead to tangible reforms.
Sridhar’s work earned him the Distinguished Alumni Award in 2018 from Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bangalore.
As an Anchor Mentor at NSRCEL, the startup hub at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB), Prof. Sridhar Pabbisetty plays a pivotal role in guiding and nurturing early-stage startups across various sectors.
A former Senior Director at the School of Government, MIT Pune, Sridhar shaped the institution’s curriculum to equip future leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary for political and governance excellence. As the Founding Director of Kautilya School of Public Policy, he laid the foundation for a leading institution that contextualizes global policy best practices to the Indian context.
Sridhar is a sought-after speaker on open governance, inclusive growth, and emerging technology, regularly addressing prominent national and international platforms, including the Harvard India Conference and the Mobile India Conference. A prolific writer, he has co-authored a case study for Harvard Business Review and contributed to Penn Press’s How Think Tanks Shape Social Development Policies. He also pens regular columns in major publications and is a media panellist on national and regional news channels.
A key figure in governance reform, Sridhar has contributed to the drafting of Bengaluru’s Conservation of Lakes legislation and served as an advisor to Sakala Mission, improving transparency and accountability in Karnataka's government.
His expertise also includes electoral reforms, having led efforts for the 2008 Karnataka Assembly and 2009 Lok Sabha elections through National Election Watch.
Previously, Sridhar served as CEO of Namma Bengaluru Foundation, a non-profit focused on collective social engagement to improve urban life. He also held key roles as Chief Operating Officer at Centre for Public Policy, IIM Bangalore and Chief Programs Officer at B.PAC (Bangalore Political Action Committee).
With experience in the tech sector, Sridhar has worked with companies like Zyme Solutions, Aditi Technologies, and iCOPE Technologies, and has judged numerous startup competitions, including the Acara Challenge.
Sridhar holds an MBA from Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore and a BE in Computer Science from Bangalore University.
His thought leadership spans topics such as empathy-driven government service redesign, social cartography, sustainability, urbanization, and policy reform, including the drafting of new laws, Right to Information, Public Interest Litigations, and social audits.
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Dr. Biswanath Majumder
Trustee, Health Scientist
DR. BISWANATH MAJUMDER
Dr. Biswanath Majumder is Managing Trustee at OBLF.
A seasoned leader in healthcare research, he has over three decades of experience in translational medicine.
A cancer immunologist by training, Dr. Majumder held senior positions at several deep-tech biopharma companies in India, where his team and he developed precision medicine tools and contributed to the innovative treatment solutions for oncology over the past 17 years.
Presently, Dr. Majumder serves as a consultant and part of the leadership team in a personalized oncology company, and is authoring a book on the life and teachings of Sri Ramakrishna.
Dr. Majumder received his PhD in Cancer Immunology from Jadavpur University. He has studied and trained at several premier institutions, including Presidency College, Kolkata; Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute, Kolkata; and Hyogo Institute of Clinical Research, Kobe, Japan.
He did his postdoctoral research in oncology at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School in Boston, USA.
During his 6-year tenure as a Research Associate in the University of Pittsburgh's School of Public Health, Dr Majumder studied HIV-1 host-pathogen interactions and gained critical insights into viral immunopathogenesis, including DNA vaccine approaches.
He is the lead author and co-author of several highly cited publications and regularly presents his work at international meetings, writes, and serves as a reviewer for prestigious peer-reviewed journals.
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Dr. Amjad Husain
Trustee, Health Scientist, and Innovation Leader
DR. AMJAD HUSAIN
Dr. Amjad Husain is Managing Trustee at OBLF.
He is a scientist, entrepreneur, and innovation leader working at the intersection of research, technology, and social impact.
He is Director of the Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at SRHU and Professor of Translational Cancer Research at the Cancer Research Institute in Dehradun, India. He is also a co-founder of Canfinis Therapeutics and Ulo Labs.
Earlier, he served as CEO of the Innovation and Incubation Centre for Entrepreneurship (IICE) at IISER Bhopal and also led the Centre for Science and Society. He has also held leadership roles in the biotech industry, including at Biocon Biologics, Avesthagen, and Cellworks.
Amjad holds a Masters in Biotechnology from IIT Roorkee, PhD from ICGEB Delhi and completed his postdoctoral research at Harvard University. He has also attended executive programs in Business Management at Harvard Business School and Healthcare Innovation at Harvard Medical School.
With expertise in cancer research, drug discovery and translational science, he brings a cross-disciplinary perspective to innovation.
His experience across academia, industry, and startups aligns with OBLF's mission, especially in building scalable, science-based solutions for education and health equity.
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Advisory Board (India)
Ruby Kamdin
Advisor, Education & Finance
RUBY KAMRAN
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Vishnuteerth Agnihotri
Advisor, Education
RUBY KAMRAN
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Administration & Operations
BIJIT ROY
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
BIJIT ROY
Bijit Roy serves as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at OBLF.
Bijit brings 25 years of experience in public health, nutrition and youth well-being, with a strong focus on community-led action.
Previously, he spent nearly two decades at the Population Foundation of India (PFI), where he led the scaling up of Community Action for Health- a key pillar of the National Health Mission, covering 450 districts and 50+ cities across 30 states, on behalf of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW). He also strengthened sexual and reproductive health programs in the states of Bihar, Jharkhand, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, and fostered collective civil society action through national networks and alliances, including Advocating Reproductive Choices Coalition.
Bijit has earlier worked with CARE managing nutrition and reproductive health programs in South Bastar, Chhattisgarh, and contributed to national level advocacy on Right to Food. He has served on multiple national advisory and expert groups under MoHFW, National Health Systems Resource Centre and earlier National AIDS Control Organization.
He is a Fellow of the Lancet Citizens’ Commission on Reimagining India’s Health System, contributing to its community engagement workstream.
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Dr. Sudha Upadhyayula
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
DR. SUDHA UPADHYAYULA
Dr. Sudha Upadhyayula serves as Chief Operating Officer (COO) at OBLF.
She has valuable expertise in diverse verticals such as program and people management, process training, operations, monitoring and evaluation, and quality assurance.
Dr. Sudha brings 21 years of experience in the corporate and social sectors, having successfully managing a wide range of multi-locational programs and multicultural teams.
She is an accomplished professional with an MBA in Human Resources, a PG Diploma in Business Management, and a PG Diploma in International Humanitarian Law. She also holds a Ph.D. in Women's Studies from the prestigious Tata Institute of Social Sciences.
Dr. Sudha believes in lifelong learning and commitment to advancing knowledge to address critical social issues.
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K. Sree Vidya Lakshmi
Chief Financial Officer
K. SREE VIDYA LAKSHMI
Sree Vidya Lakshmi is Chief Financial Officer at OBLF.
She brings over 20 years of experience and has been practicing actively for the past 9 years.
She qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2005. She has also completed IFRS (ACCA), Internal Audit and has diplomas in in Forensic Audit and Fraud Detection (ICAI).
Sree Vidya Lakshmihas a great love for learning and believes that one should strive to "learn until their last breath." She likes indulging in music, cooking, and traveling.
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Mahesh Shetty
Director, Operations
MAHESH SHETTY
Mahesh Shetty is Director, Operations at OBLF.
He brings over 20 years of experience across corporate and social sectors, with over a decade dedicated to driving impact in the development space.
An engineer by training, he has been associated with OBLF since 2014, playing a key role in strengthening operations and field execution.
His deep commitment to social service and passion for community development continue to anchor his journey with OBLF.
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Dr. Rohit Kumar Kankar
Lead, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)
DR. ROHIT KUMAR KANKAR
Dr. Rohit Kumar Kankar is Lead, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) at OBLF.
He drives evidence-based data collection, and monitoring, evaluation and learning to measure and understand outcomes and impact of OBLF's various initiatives.
By aligning OBLF's work with the principles of adaptive programming, he ensures that OBLF interventions are responsive to the evolving needs the communities it serves.
Dr Rohit has over 10 years of experience in leadership roles across research institutions and non-profit organizations, with focused expertise in public health systems, ageing-focused and people-centered interventions.
In the past, he has been associated with HelpAge India, worked closley with State and Union governments to operationalize initiatives such as ElderLine – 14567, senior day care centres, and long-term elder care services.
He has also played a pivotal role in shaping geriatric training modules and capacity building efforts through institutions such as the National Institute of Social Defence and the National Institute of Open Schooling.
Dr. Rohit has a Ph.D. in Anthropology from Panjab University, Chandigarh, with a focus on the social dimensions of ageing in India.
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Mohit Sood
Lead, Program Design and Research
MOHIT SOOD
Mohit Sood is Co-Lead, Program Design and Research at OBLF.
He provides technical support to the community mental health and non-communicable diseases (NCDs) management initiatives. He works in tandem with MEL and data teams to support cohesive data collection and monitoring of programs under Public Health.
Mohit has a keen interest in health systems and policies, mental health, adolescent health and NCD research.
Mohit has been associated with various grassroots NGOs such as Sangath, Urban Health and Climate Resilience Center of Excellence (UHCRCE) and Deepak Foundation.
In the past, he has been a recipient of Infosys Fellowship in Public Health and was part of the 2023 cohort of India’s Health Policy and Systems Research (HPSR) fellowship program.
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Ketaki V. Nagaraju
Lead, Communications & Policy
KETAKI V. NAGARAJU
Ketaki V. Nagaraju is Lead, Communications & Policy at OBLF.
She oversees and manages the organization's communications, and policy and advocacy initiatives.
Ketaki is a strategic communications and research professional with over a decade of experience across the social impact, publishing and media sectors. She endeavors to design integrated communication strategies grounded in evidence, clarity, gender equity and ethical practice.
She draws her experience from extensive associations with mission-driven institutions such as the International Center for Research on Women, the Karnataka Health Promotion Trust, among other notable organizations.
Ketaki holds a Master’s Degree in Public Policy and Governance from Azim Premji University, and a Master’s Degree in English from St.Stephen’s College, University of Delhi.
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SNEHA THOMAS
REPORT & GRANT WRITING ASSOCIATE
SNEHA THOMAS
Sneha Thomas is Report & Grant Writing Associate at OBLF.
She supports donor-facing communications, reporting, proposal development, and impact storytelling.
As a former Teach For India Fellow, Sneha worked closely with students and communities, an experience that shaped her understanding of systemic challenges in education and the power of thoughtful intervention.
Over time, she found her footing at the intersection of field insight and strategic communication, learning how to translate on-ground realities into clear, compelling narratives for partners.
Before joining OBLF, Sneha also worked with Chrysalis and the Madi Foundation, contributing to initiatives in education equity, community development, and strengthening learning ecosystems for underserved communities.
Sneha comes from a Social Work background and believes in the power of communication to build trust, and drive meaningful change.
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Education & Training
Kavitha Kanchibhatta
CONTENT & PEDAGOGY DEVELOPER
KAVITHA KANCHIBHATTA
Kavitha Kanchibhatta serves as Content and Pedagogy Developer at OBLF.
She leads the organization's English Language Proficiency (ELP) and teacher development initiatives, and guides curriculum design, training architecture, implementation quality, and continuous improvement across programs.
Kavitha brings over 10 years of experience in English language teaching, instructional design, and academic program support across diverse educational contexts. She has demonstrated expertise in designing clear, practitioner-friendly training materials, strengthening teacher capacity, and developing language learning frameworks.
Before joining OBLF, Kavitha managed curriculum delivery at Head Held High Foundation, taught English in India and the United States, and contributed to education initiatives focused on literacy, professional development, and learning quality.
Kavitha holds an MPhil and Post-Graduate Diploma in English Language Teaching from the English and Foreign Languages University (formerly CIEFL), and a Master's Degree in English Literature from the University of Hyderabad.
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Prakash Bettegowda
MANAGER, OPERATIONS
PRAKASH BETTEGOWDA
Prakash Bettegowda is Manager, Operations at OBLF.
As Program Manager, he works towards forging new partnerships, ensures effective implementation of programs, training the program coordinators to address challenges, hurdles and implement new initiatives for effective operations.
Prakash has over 10 year's experience in empowering educators and holistic development of children, across Karnataka.
As a 'change leader', He is passionate about designing impactful and contextual interventions.
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Maruti M.
Manager, OPERATIONS
MARUTI M.
Maruti serves as Operations Manager at OBLF.
He oversees district-level program implementation, team support, and government stakeholder coordination. He also leads internal capacity building efforts and conducts training sessions for community educators.
Maruti has extensive experience working with marginalized communities, underprivileged students, and government school teachers. He brings a unique combination of grassroots exposure, program management expertise, and a passion for designing learning materials and strengthening field operations.
Over the years, Maruti has held diverse roles in team management, stakeholder engagement, and educational interventions. He approaches challenges as opportunities to learn and improve, consistently aiming to deliver better outcomes.
His interests include reading, developing TLMs, and building strong relationships with the education ecosystem, all of which contribute to his commitment to improving program quality and supporting teams at OBLF.
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MADHURA H.U.
TRAINER
MADHURA H.U.
Madhura HU is a Trainer at OBLF.
She supports conceptualization, design and operationalization of programs under Education & Training.
She is skilled in program management, coordination, and implementation, and is focused on ensuring smooth functioning and meaningful outcomes for interventions.
With experience across planning, delivery, and trainer enablement, Madhura enjoys building structured, evidence-based and result-driven models to improve impact and bring about holistic development.
Outside work, she can usually be found getting lost in books, catching up on sleep, or befriending animals whenever possible.
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BABY BASKAR
Trainer
BABY BASKAR
Baby Baskar is a Trainer at OBLF.
Baby focuses on building teacher capacity and improving classroom practices. She designs training sessions, conducts classroom observations and assessments to identify challenges and best practices, and provides one-on-one coaching to community educators.
Baby has been associated with OBLF for over 10 years in various roles, including as a teacher, peer trainer, and program officer. She has excellent on-ground experience, pedagogical skills and espouses a deep commitment to teacher development and student learning, especially among marginalized and vulnerable communities.
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KAVITHA D.
TRAINER
KAVITHA D
Kavitha D is a Trainer at OBLF.
She focuses on teacher training, classroom coaching, and program design, and creating practical and meaningful solutions that help teachers feel confident and capable.
She believes empowering educators and strengthening classrooms are essential for better learning outcomes.
Kavitha's journey with OBLF began in 2013, when she joined as a Coordinator, stepping into the field with curiosity and commitment. With every classroom visit, every teacher interaction, and every training session, she discovered how powerful the right support can be in transforming learning spaces.
Over the years, she embraced opportunities to learn, grow, and lead — gradually transitioning to Program Officer and currently, to Trainer.
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UTKARSH JOSHI
Trainer
UTKARSH JOSHI
Utkarsh Joshi is a Trainer at OBLF.
He focuses on enhancing classroom impact in government schools through teacher training, coaching, and life-skills development for community educators.
As a Teach For India (TFI) alumnus, Utkarsh has experience in classroom teaching and community engagement, with a strong focus on building learning environments that combine creativity, leadership, and equity.
Beyond work, he enjoys comedy, film, and football.
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Sonali Gupta
MANAGER, TECH PRODUCTS
SONALI GUPTA
Sonali works as Manager, Tech Products at OBLF.
She has been working in the education sector for over a decade, designing meaningful, engaging, and learner-centered experiences for children, adolescents, and young people.
At OBLF, she manages the development of learning products for students and teachers. She also works on developing the student assessment and tech platforms for monitoring program effectiveness.
Sonali brings a strong blend of field experience, instructional design expertise, and a profound understanding of working with facilitators, community educators, and learners. She has previously designed and led facilitator-led sessions and digital toolkits across areas such as English language learning, life skills, and career readiness. A significant part of her work has involved training and mentoring facilitators, supporting them to build participatory learning environments.
Before OBLF, she worked at Quest Alliance and Dream A Dream.
Sonali holds a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai.
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PRIYANGA B.
Tech-Product Designer
PRIYANGA B
Priyanga is a Tech-Product Designer at OBLF.
Her strength lies in bridging the gap between technology, operations, and end users—ensuring that digital tools are not only deployed but actually adopted and used effectively.
She works closely with internal teams and technology partners to align product functionality with program needs and on-ground realities. She also manages the implementation of technology-enabled products across programs to ensure smooth onboarding and adoption.
Priyanga has a background in Engineering. She transitioned to the education sector with a Teach for India fellowship. Since then, she has worked across learning and development, program implementation and management, and training.
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Public Health
DR. SHOBA NAIR
SENIOR MENTOR, GERIATRIC & PALLIATIVE CARE
DR. SHOBA NAIR
Dr. Shoba Nair is Senior Mentor, Geriatric & Palliative Care at OBLF.
She provides support, guidance and mentorship to the Public Health team for strengthening geriatric and palliative care delivery in peri-urban and rural communities.
Previously, she has been in several leadership roles including Professor & Head of Department, Palliative Medicine at the Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi; as Consultant, Palliative Medicine at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, UK; and as Associate Professor & Head of Department, Palliative Medicine at St. John's Medical College Hospital, Bangalore.
At present, she serves as Senior Consultant, Palliative Medicine and Geriatrics at Manipal Hospitals (Sarjapur).
Dr. Shoba’s academic journey spans continents, and as does her clinical impact. Her distinguished career is a testament to decades of dedicated service and commitment to dignified, person-centered care.
Dr. Shoba has an MD (India), an MRCP (RCP Edinburgh, UK), and an MSc. Palliative Medicine (ECU Perth, Australia). She is pursuing a PhD (Lancaster University, UK).
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DR. Suman Seshkar SUNDER
DIRECTOR, CLINICAL CARE
DR. SUMAN SESHKAR SUNDER
Dr. Suman Seshkar Sunder is Director, Clinical Care at OBLF.
He provides strategic and clinical guidance on delivery of geriatric and palliative care for vulnerable populations in partnership with government and community systems.
Dr. Suman is passionate about developing sustainable palliative care models that integrate clinical excellence with compassionate community service.
He has formal training that includes MBBS, MS Orthopaedics, MRCS (Edinburgh), and a Fellowship in Palliative Care, along with a postgraduate diploma in healthcare quality management.
He has several life support and trauma certifications, including ALS, EPALS, ACLS and ATLS. He serves as a senior trainer and course director for accredited emergency care training programs.
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DR. SATISH GHATAGE
DIRECTOR, PUBLIC HEALTH
DR. SATISH GHATAGE
Dr. Satish Ghatage is Director, Public Health at OBLF.
He contributes to program design and evidence-based decision-making, with a focus on strengthening health systems and improving service delivery in high-burden, resource-limited settings.
Dr. Satish is a public health intervention specialist with over 12 years of experience working across National Health Programmes in Non-Communicable Diseases, Mental Health, and Tuberculosis. He has expertise in public health surveillance, data analytics, capacity building, and stakeholder engagement.
He has previously worked with the WHO’s Tuberculosis Technical Support Network, the ICMR–National Tuberculosis Institute, and state health systems in Karnataka and Maharashtra.
Dr. Satish has an MBBS from the Belagavi Institute of Medical Sciences, Belgavi, and an MD in Community Medicine from J.J.M. Medical College, Davangere.
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SHALINI SONI JOSEPH
Lead, Geriatric & Palliative Care
SHALINI SONI JOSEPH
Shalini Soni Joseph serves as the Lead, Geriatric & Palliative Care (GPC) as part of Public Health at OBLF.
With her expertise in development and program management, Shalini is currently involved in establishing and expanding GPC services in Primary Health Centers and district hospitals of Bangalore to strengthen public health infrastructure.
She began her career with multinational organizations like Genpact and Aon. She has 14 years of experience in the corporate sector in various leadership roles across operations, training, project management and business development. Previously, she has worked as a National Facilitation Head at Pallium India, leading a team of facilitators to develop new palliative care centers at government, non-government and private setups across India.
Shalini has worked closely with the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and State National Health Missions on the implementation of the National Palliative Care Program into all levels of healthcare system. She has also led the operations of a hospice in Goa, as CEO.
Shalini has an MBA from Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Pune.
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DR. MONISHA RAMESH
Medical Officer
DR. MONISHA RAMESH
Dr. Monisha Ramesh serves as Medical Officer at OBLF.
With experience in hospital-based patient care, she leads the NCD program, with a focus on multidisciplinary collaboration, and patient-centered clinical practice.
She is a passionate and accomplished medical practitioner with a strong commitment to clinical excellence and community-oriented healthcare. She is committed to advancing equitable healthcare and contributing to the development of sustainable, community-focused health initiatives.
She is recognized for her analytical approach to clinical decision-making, strong communication skills, and her ability to integrate preventive and population-based perspectives into routine medical care.
Dr. Monisha has an MBBS along with a Fellowship in Diabeties Mellitus. Her professional interests lie in Community Medicine and Public Health, with a focus on disease prevention, health promotion, and strengthening healthcare delivery systems.
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Dr. Naveen V.
MEDICAL OFFICER
DR. NAVEEN V.
Dr. Naveen V. serves as Medical Officer at OBLF.
He focuses on NCD screening, diagnosis, community outreach, and home-based care for vulnerable populations, ensuring continuity of care, lifestyle counselling, and patient-centered service delivery.
Dr. Naveen has experience across primary, secondary, and community healthcare settings, including at the Taluk Hospital Hosakote and Nandagudi Primary Health Center, particulary in out-patient care, preventive services, and public health services.
He has also worked in Occupational Health Care at Tata Electronics System Solutions, Narsapura, and with the HelpAge India Mobile Health Unit, providing healthcare services to elderly and underserved populations with an emphasis on geriatric and community-based care.
Dr. Naveen V. is an M.B.B.S. graduate from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka. He completed his training at M.V.J. Medical College and Research Hospital, Hoskote.
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Dr. Venkatesh Gandhi
MEDICAL OFFICER
DR. VENKATESH GANDHI
Dr. Venkatesh Gandhi is Medical Officer at OBLF.
He has extensive hands-on experience having worked with the Department of Internal Medicine and Critical Care at Basavatarakam Indo-American Cancer Hospital, Hyderabad for 2.5 years.
He has a strong clinical expertise, including proficiency in advanced airway management, central venous line placement and palliative care referrals.
Dr. Venkatesh is an M.B.B.S.graduate from S.S. Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Center, Davangere, Karnataka.
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Dr. MANOJ KUMAR B.N.
Medical Officer
DR. MANOJ KUMAR B.N.
Dr. Manoj Kumar B.N. serves as Medical Officer at OBLF.
He is actively involved in community outreach, serving the vulnerable and marginalized, with a focus on GPC. Dr. Manoj conducts home visits for house-bound and bed-bound patients, to ensure they get compassionate, patient-centered care.
He has experience in primary, secondary and community healthcare, as well as Occupational Healthcare (OHC).Previously, he has worked with the Hoskote Taluk Hospital, the Nandagudi Primary Health Center, and Tata Electronics System Solutions, Narsapura. He has also served with HelpAge India Mobile Health Unit, Narsapura, providing healthcare services to elderly and underserved populations.
Dr. Manoj is an M.B.B.S. graduate from M.V.J. Medical College and Research Hospital, Hoskote.
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DR. MANASA M.C.
Medical Officer
DR. MANASA M.C.
Dr. Manasa M.C. serves as Medical Officer at OBLF.
She has extensive experience in Clinical Medicine and Neuro-rehabilitation. At present, she is engaged in addressing healthcare challenges and improving services for vulnerable communities in Anekal, Karnataka.
Previously, Dr. Manasa has been associated with Apollo Hospitals.
As the daughter of a farmer from Anekal and the first doctor in her family, Dr. Manasa possesses a unique and personal insight into the barriers faced by marginalized communities in accessing essential healthcare services in Anekal.
Dr. Manasa M.C. graduated in medicine from Jinan University in Guangzhou, China.
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Dr. Jayashree Ravi
PhysiotherapIST
DR. JAYASHREE RAVI
Dr. Jayashree Ravi serves as Physiotherapist at OBLF.
Her focus largely is on geriatric physiotherapy and rehabilitation, mobility restoration, and pain management.
She is currently engaged in expanding access to quality physiotherapy care, and providing community-based health support for marginalized and vulnerable communities in rural and peri-urban areas in Anekal, Karnataka.
As the first doctor in her family, she brings resilience, empathy, and a strong sense of social responsibility to her work.
Dr. Jayashree graduated from Narayana Hrudayalaya, Bengaluru, and has completed dual internships at Narayana Hrudayalaya Hospital alongside OBLF.
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LOVIS PRAVEEN
Lead, Community Initiatives
LOVIS PRAVEEN
Lovis Praveen is Lead, Community Initiatives at OBLF.
Lovis helps manage the OBLF-led Palliatiave Care Center at the hospital. He also engages diverse stakeholders in the community and across different levels of the government for patient referrals, enhancement of GPC services in the community, and service delivery, awareness, counselling, guidance for palliative care for patients and families.
Lovis is a registered medical and psychiatric social worker, skilled in psychological counselling and medical social work. He has over 14 years of experience in counselling, wellness, coaching as well as mental health and psycho-social interventions.
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Board of Trustees (OBLF USA)
ANAMIKA MAJUMDER
PRESIDENT
ANAMIKA MAJUMDER
Anamika Majumder serves as President at OBLF USA.
In 2010, she spent considerable time visiting and interacting with children enrolled in government schools in peri-urban and rural Bengaluru, Karnataka.
What she experienced and learned at these schools cemented her beliefs and resolve to improve quality of education and learning outcomes for children in in peri-urban and rural areas in India. Thus, OBLF was founded as a non-profit in July 2010, and this resolve became the core philosophy for the organization.
Anamika is a Software Professional, based out of Boston, MA. She has worked for companies like Sun Microsystems, Thomson Reuters/DTCC, The MathWorks, Optum/UnitedHealthGroup, Walmart Advanced Systems Robotics in the USA for 2 decades. She also has a demonstrated history in non-profit management.
Anamika has an undergraduate degree in Architecture from MNIT Jaipur and a Master’s Degree in Computer Science from the University of Massachusetts, Boston.
She has run full marathons for OBLF in Berlin, Mumbai, Chicago, Cape Town and Ottawa. She aspires to also run marathons in the remaining continents for OBLF as it is close to her heart.
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Arindam Ghosh
TREASURER
ARINDAM GHOSH
Arindam is an accomplished business executive who manages a portfolio of Wipro’s Life Sciences and Medical Device business. Arindam lives in Westborough, MA, USA with his wife and two daughters. He spends most of his time outside of work volunteering for the community and for various causes in trying to help improve the lives of children, women and the needy people in various communities. In his free time, he loves gardening and hiking.
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Dr. Prajna Guha
SECRETARY
DR. PRAJNA GUHA
Dr. Prajna Guha is an immunologist and program leader who has worked on new treatments like immunotherapy and cell therapies to improve care for cancer patients. She has held leadership roles at TriSalus Life Sciences and CharterCare Health Partners, where she has helped build preclinical and clinical programs and led community-anchored research initiatives. An Assistant Professor at Boston University and the University of Rhode Island, Prajna is equally committed to mentorship and expanding access to science in underrepresented communities. Her passion for nonprofit work stems from a strong belief in education and healthcare equity, and she brings to OBLF her blend of scientific expertise, leadership, and community engagement to help empower underprivileged sectors through inclusive opportunities.
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ABHI BHATTACHARYA
BOARD MEMBER
ABHI BHATTACHARY
Abhi is the founder of a digital marketing agency that has partnered globally with several startups to Fortune 500 companies. With a background in engineering and marketing, he combines his analytical skills with his creative skills to help his clients build and launch innovative brands and marketing campaigns. He's always been driven by a desire to make a real positive impact in the non-profit sector. Using the power of marketing for good, his goal is to help amplify OBLF's story and generate empowering change in creating lasting and scalable social good for all.
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RISHWIE CAUVERY
BOARD MEMBER
RISHWIE CAUVERY
Rishwie Cauvery is a technologist, entrepreneur, and investor with over 25 years of experience in financial services, having worked with premier banking and asset management institutions in New York. She brings to every endeavor a strong belief in the power of technology, empathy, and equity to drive lasting positive change.
Throughout her career, Rishwie has combined deep technical expertise with strategic vision to drive innovation and transformation across complex business environments. She is passionate about rural education and animal welfare, and dedicates time and resources to initiatives that create sustainable opportunities and promote compassionate communities.
Rishwie holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from the University of Mysore, India. In addition to her corporate leadership, she is an active advisor and investor among under-represented founders, supporting ventures that pursue double and triple bottom line outcomes—balancing profit with social and environmental impact.
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Founding Team
SCOTT FORTMANN
FOUNDER
SCOTT FORTMANN
Scott Fortmann is retired after a career as a lawyer in private practice and then a career in human resources with Intel Corporation. Based upon his experiences working with non-profits in the US, Africa, and Asia, Scott believes strongly that the education of children, particularly girls, is critical to reducing poverty and promoting the economic development of communities. Scott joined OBLF in 2021 and serves as President of OBLF USA. In his spare time, he travels and rides his bike.
