Judging Panel
Accomplished leaders from diverse domains including education, innovation strategy, consulting, sustainability, and institutional development. With decades of experience building ecosystems, shaping policy, and driving large-scale initiatives, they bring a holistic and future-focused perspective to the evaluation process.
Sri Arun Seetharam​
Location: Bengaluru, India
Position: Education & Sustainability Strategist | Capacity Building Expert
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arunseetharam
Sri Arun Seetharam has 30 years of experience in higher education and training, Arun Seetharam is a leader in building transformative learning ecosystems across academia, corporate, defence, and international sectors. He has led over 200+ projects, establishing universities, developing innovative curricula, and driving large-scale education technology initiatives from K-12 to higher education.
A member of the IUCN Commission on Education and Communication, Arun contributes to global sustainability strategy, advancing education for conservation and environmental action. His expertise spans education policy, digital transformation, industry-academia partnerships, and capacity building across energy, finance, and public service sectors.
With international experience across the US, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, Arun brings a global perspective combined with practical execution—delivering scalable, innovation-driven solutions in lifelong learning and sustainability.
Inavamsi Enaganti​
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Position: CEO at Param foundation
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/inavamsi
Previous Experience: Director at Param Innovation Centre
Inavamsi Enaganti is a visionary leader driving transformational science, innovation, and experiential learning in India. He serves as Director at Param Foundation, where he leads the creation of immersive science centres and innovation ecosystems that make science education engaging and accessible to diverse learners. Under his leadership, initiatives like the Param Science Experience Centre are redefining how hands-on learning and public engagement in science are experienced.
Inavamsi is also a published author — co-writing The Mischief of Math, a multidisciplinary exploration of logic, paradoxes, biases, and problem-solving that blends rigorous thought with storytelling.
His work spans research, design, community building, and strategic programme development — rooted in a belief that creative inquiry and deep engagement can bridge gaps between formal education and real-world curiosity. Known for his passion to “change the world,” Inavamsi blends philosophical vision with practical impact, fostering environments where innovation and learning flourish.
Dr. Ashutosh Simha​
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Position: Head of flight dynamics and control at Kadet Defence Systems
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashutosh-simha
Previous Experience: Postdoctoral Researcher at the Embedded and Networked Systems Group, EEMCS, Delft University of Technology (Netherlands)
Dr. Ashutosh Simha is a distinguished researcher and expert in control systems, robotics, and computational sciences. He earned his Ph.D. from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), with research focused on advanced control theory and its applications to aerial and autonomous systems.
He has held international research positions at Tallinn University of Technology and Delft University of Technology, contributing to advancements in nonlinear control, embedded systems, and robotics. His work has received notable recognition, including participation in the GE Edison Challenge.