First Transdisciplinary
Fully Residential University
of India
Co-created with leading scholars and practitioners working at the frontiers of knowledge and industry. Designed around how students connect ideas across disciplines and shape the future.
Where Disciplines Meet,
Futures Emerge
Learn how ideas from science, society and technology converge to create solutions for a sustainable future
Integration is the
New Intelligence.
Because the world’s biggest challenges are human problems, and they demand integrated minds that work across disciplines.
Start Your Journey of Limitless Learning
Living Learning Scholar Communities
Research Institutes
Centres of Excellence
A Transdisciplinary University
Transdisciplinary, a new way of learning. Real-world problems do not fit into one subject or domain. Saving the planet takes more than science. Building better healthcare takes more than medicine. Creating new ideas takes more than technology.
That is why learning should go beyond just one field. At WPU GŌA, students work on real-world challenges by bringing together ideas from different subjects. You learn to connect knowledge, think big, and find smarter solutions for the world.
Chancellor & Core Advisors
Shaping the vision of a future-first university grounded in integration,
responsibility, human-centric thinking, and a culture of academic excellence.
Prof. Satish Tripathi
Honorary Chancellor, Governing Board
WPU GŌA
President, University at Buffalo, USA
Prof. Satish Tripathi is the first international-born President of the University at Buffalo and a respected global academic leader. In 2024, he was elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, one of the highest honours in academia. He is a Fellow of IEEE, AAAS, and the Asia-Pacific Artificial Intelligence Association, reflecting his impact on science and technology. He graduated at the top of his class from Banaras Hindu University, India. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Toronto, Canada. He also holds three master’s degrees in computer science and statistics from leading universities in Canada and India.
Mr. D.Shivakumar
President, Industry Advisory Board
WPU GŌA
Former CEO, PepsiCo, India
Mr. D. Shivakumar, also known as Shiv, is a leading Indian business leader and respected management thinker. He has served as Chairman and CEO of PepsiCo India, where he led major portfolio and brand transformations. He has also held senior leadership roles at Nokia, Hindustan Lever, and the Aditya Birla Group, working across FMCG, telecom, and corporate strategy. He currently serves as an Operating Partner at Advent International, a global private equity firm. He is an alumnus of IIT Madras and IIM Calcutta. His leadership work is widely taught through case studies at leading global business schools, and he has also served as President of the All India Management Association (AIMA).
Prof. Suresh Garimella
Chairman, Global Advisory Board
WPU GŌA
President, University of Arizona, USA
Prof. Suresh Garimella is the 23rd President of the University of Arizona and a distinguished academic leader in engineering. He previously served as President of the University of Vermont. He has also held senior leadership roles at Purdue University, including Executive Vice President for Research and Partnerships. Prof. Garimella is a member of the National Science Board and was elected to the U.S. National Academy of Engineering in 2025. He is a highly cited researcher with over 625 research publications and 16 patents. He holds a PhD from the University of California, Berkeley. And master’s and bachelor’s degrees from Ohio State University and IIT Madras, respectively.
Prof. Pankaj Chandra
Advisor
WPU GŌA
Vice Chancellor, Ahmedabad University
Prof. Pankaj Chandra is the Vice Chancellor and Chairman of the Board of Management of Ahmedabad University. He previously served as Director of IIM Bangalore and as a professor at IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Bangalore. He was the Chairperson of the Doctoral Programme at IIM Ahmedabad and the first Associate Dean (Academic) at ISB, Hyderabad. He has played a key role in shaping higher education policy in India, serving on several Government of India committees and national advisory bodies. Prof. Chandra has also been closely involved in institution building and entrepreneurship, including being part of the founding team of Centre for Innovation, Incubation and Entrepreneurship (CIIE) at IIM Ahmedabad. He holds a BTech from Banaras Hindu University and a PhD from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania.
WPU GŌA Leadership
Leadership that translates the WPU GŌA vision into reality
Prof. Walter Leal Filho
Vice Chancellor
WPU GŌA
Prof. Walter Leal Filho is a distinguished Euro-Professor and a globally recognized leader in sustainable development and climate change. He holds professorial positions in Germany, the United Kingdom, Sweden, and Poland, and currently chairs Climate Change Management at Hamburg University of Applied Sciences. He is one of the world’s most published scholars in sustainable development and a leading contributor to climate change research, including health dimensions. Prof. Leal is the founding editor of the International Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education and editor of major global book series with Springer. He has served as a Lead Author and Review Editor for the IPCC and has advised international organizations such as the UN, World Bank, and European Union.
Dr. Ashish Bharadwaj
Pro Vice Chancellor & Dean of Academics,
WPU GŌA
Professor Ashish Bharadwaj is a widely published scholar on intellectual property policy and technological innovation in India, and his work has helped elevate the stature of higher education in the country. Previously, he served as Founding Dean at BITS Pilani’s Mumbai Campus and Dean at O.P. Jindal Global University. He has established research centres focused on the business, policy, and legal aspects of global technology innovation. He holds a PhD from the Max Planck Institute for Innovation & Competition and LMU in Munich, an LLM from Erasmus University Rotterdam and Manchester University, a Thomas Edison Innovation Fellowship at CPIP, George Mason University, and an MSc from the CEG, Anna University. He is a prolific writer in technology law and policy, and has an invited fortnightly column in the Hindustan Times to demystify contemporary socio-legal issues. His last three books have been accessed 415,000+ times.
Dr. Vijayan Karippal
Chief Operating Officer (COO) & Registrar,
WPU GŌA
Dr. Vijayan Karippal is an institutional builder, international teacher educator and educational psychologist with over 25 years of experience. He holds a Ph.D. in Education from the University of Calicut, Master’s degrees in Psychology, English, and Sociology, and an M.Ed. with First Rank. He has undergone advanced training at the University of Minnesota and University of Wisconsin, USA, as well as IIM Kozhikode and NIAS Bengaluru. Formerly Head of the Institution of Teacher Education at Kannur University, Kerala. He has trained over 16,000 teachers and one lakh students across engineering, management, and medical colleges, and served as a resource person for Oxford University Press and Macmillan Publishers. He is also an accomplished author and editorial columnist.
Recipient of the Broad Outlook Learner Teacher Award by Air India and the Best Mentor Award from JCI. He is the founder of “BEACON BUDDIES,” lauded by NCERT, and creator of “HUMAGOGY – Humour Pedagogy for Universal Growth and Sustainability (HUGS).”
Recipient of the Broad Outlook Learner Teacher Award by Air India and the Best Mentor Award from JCI. He is the founder of “BEACON BUDDIES,” lauded by NCERT, and creator of “HUMAGOGY – Humour Pedagogy for Universal Growth and Sustainability (HUGS).”
Beyōnd Classrooms
Our students don’t just gain credits. They gain lived experiences through learning that move beyond classrooms into global, industry, community, and real-world contexts. This journey shapes integrated thinkers who are grounded, confident, and prepared for life in a complex, dynamic world.
Aligned with our ethos of learning by doing, we offer immersive experiences designed for real-world exposure and real impact.
We prioritise overall wellbeing as part of learning and leadership, enabling students to build resilience, clarity, and balance for a demanding world.
Every student becomes part of a Living Learning Scholar Community, where learning and living blend through shared ideas, collaboration, and reflective practice.
A Fully Residential
A Transformative Ecosystem
Every student at WPU GŌA lives at the intersection of nature and ideas. Our fully residential model fosters a purpose-driven community where sustainability is lived, wellbeing is practised, and everyday experiences are shaped within a thoughtfully designed, premium, eco-conscious campus environment.
WPU GŌA Visioning Group
Educators who shaped the founding vision of WPU GŌA
Prof. Ram Charan
Indian-American business consultant, World-Renowned Business Advisor, Author and Speaker
Prof. Dr. Ram Charan is a world-renowned business advisor, author, and speaker, widely regarded as one of the most influential consultants to Fortune 500 CEOs and boards. With over 40 years of experience, he has advised leaders at organizations such as Toyota, General Electric, and Bank of America. He is a prolific author of over 30 books, including the New York Times bestseller Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done. An alumnus and former faculty member of Harvard Business School, Dr. Charan is celebrated for his ability to distill complex business challenges into actionable strategy. He continues to lead global conversations on high-performance leadership, corporate governance, and the integration of Artificial Intelligence in modern business models.
Prof. Vinita S. Sahay
Director, IIM Bodh Gaya
Dr. Vinita S. Sahay is a distinguished academician and researcher who serves as the Founder Director of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bodh Gaya. Appointed in 2018, she is only the second woman to lead an IIM in India. Under her visionary leadership, the institute has transitioned to a state-of-the-art campus and expanded its offerings to include specialized MBA programs in Digital Business and Healthcare Management. Dr. Sahay continues her second term at IIM Bodh Gaya, focusing on international accreditations and research excellence. An alumna of CSJM University, Kanpur and a former professor at IIM Raipur, she holds a PhD in Customer Value and is a recognized expert in strategic marketing.
Dr. Raghunath Anant Mashelkar
Padma Vibhushan
Chancellor, ICT
Former Director General, CSIR
Dr. Raghunath Mashelkar is a world-renowned Indian visionary leader in science and innovation. He is best known for his transformative tenure as the Director General of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and for pioneering "Gandhian Engineering", the philosophy of getting "more from less for more people". A former President of the Indian National Science Academy, he played a pivotal role in strengthening India's intellectual property rights (IPR) regime, famously spearheading the successful legal battles to revoke US patents on turmeric and basmati rice to protect traditional knowledge. He continues to serve as a National Research Professor and Chancellor of the Institute of Chemical Technology. He is also a Fellow of the Royal Society and the US National Academy of Sciences. His contributions have been recognized with India's prestigious civilian honors, including the Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri.
Prof. Anil Kumar Gupta
Padma Shri
Founder, Honey Bee Network
Founder & Former Executive Vice-Chair,
National Innovation Foundation (NIF)
Prof. Anil Kumar Gupta is a globally recognized pioneer in grassroots innovation and the founder of the Honey Bee Network, which scouts and documents traditional knowledge and rural inventions. After teaching at the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) for over 35 years, he retired in 2017 and currently serves as a Visiting Faculty at IIMA, IIT Bombay, and AcSIR. He founded several key institutions, including SRISTI, GIAN, and the National Innovation Foundation (NIF), establishing the world’s largest database of over 350,000 grassroots innovations. Known for his biannual Shodh Yatras (learning walks), he has covered thousands of kilometers across India to learn from rural communities. For his contributions to management education and innovation, he was awarded the Padma Shri in 2004.
Dr. Vijay P. Bhatkar
Padma Bhushan
Former Chancellor,
Nalanda University
Dr. Vijay P. Bhatkar is a preeminent Indian computer scientist and educationalist, best known as the "Architect of the PARAM Supercomputers." As the founding Executive Director of the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), he led India’s national initiative in supercomputing in 1991 when foreign technology was denied. As of today, he continues to steer the National Supercomputing Mission (NSM) toward exascale computing and serves as the Chancellor of Nalanda University. He is also the National President of Vijnana Bharati, an organization of over 6,000 scientists. His accolades include the Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri, and Maharashtra Bhushan.
Shri. Rajeev Sethi
Padma Bhushan
Noted Indian Designer, Scenographer & Art Curator
Chairperson, Asian Heritage Foundation
Shri Rajeev Sethi is an eminent Indian designer, scenographer, and art curator renowned for his global efforts in preserving and celebrating South Asia’s cultural heritage. Mentored by Ray and Charles Eames, Shri Rajeev Sethi has spent over 50 years bridging traditional artisan skills with contemporary relevance. He is the founder-chairman of the Asian Heritage Foundation and is widely celebrated for directing the Jaya He GVK New Museum at Mumbai’s Terminal 2, one of the world's largest public art programs. His work spans major international exhibitions, including the Smithsonian’s "Aditi" and "The Mela". For his outstanding contributions to design and heritage conservation, he was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 1986 and received the Order of Merit from the Federal Republic of Germany in 2001.
Prof. Kavil Ramachandran
Former Professor, and Senior Advisor, ISB
Prof. Kavil Ramachandran is a pioneer in family business and entrepreneurship education in India. A founding faculty member of the Indian School of Business (ISB) in 2001, he established the Wadhwani Centre for Entrepreneurship Development. He was a Professor of Entrepreneurship (Practice) and Senior Advisor at the Thomas Schmidheiny Centre for Family Enterprise. Prior to this, he spent 15 years as a professor at IIM Ahmedabad. An alumnus of Cranfield University, his expertise focuses on professionalizing multigenerational family businesses. He authored the influential book The 10 Commandments for Family Business and was recognized in 2022 among the world's top family business influencers.
Dr. Nishith Desai
Founder,
Nishith Desai Associates
Dr. Nishith Desai is the founder of Nishith Desai Associates (NDA), a research-driven international law firm with a presence in Mumbai, Silicon Valley, Singapore, and New York. A specialist in international tax, corporate law, and technology, he is a "legal futurist" who pioneered the Indian asset management industry and assisted the governments of India and Mauritius in establishing their respective individual offshore financial centres. He was recently honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the International Start-up Foundation (2025) and holds a Hall of Fame ranking for Tax from Legal500. Beyond law, he established the Imaginarium AliGunjan, a research facility dedicated to "Blue Sky Thinking" and social good.
Adv. Dr. Lalit Bhasin
President, Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF)
Managing Partner, Bhasin and Co.
Advocate Dr. Lalit Bhasin is a legendary figure in the Indian legal fraternity with over 60 years of practice. He is the founder of Bhasin & Co. Advocates and currently serves as the President of the Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF) and Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) National Committee on Legal Services. His leadership extends globally as a Senior Adviser to the American Bar Association India Committee and the only Indian Honorary Life Member of the International Bar Association. Previously, he served as President of the Bar Association of India and the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce and chaired the Film Certification Appellate Tribunal. Dr. Bhasin has received prestigious accolades including the Plaque of Honour (2002) from the Prime Minister, the National Law Day Award (2007) from the President of India, and a Lifetime Achievement Award at the UK House of Lords in 2022.
Prof. Praveen Nahar
Professor of Design, IIT Gandhinagar
Former Director, NID Ahmedabad
Prof. Praveen Nahar is a prominent design educator and the former Director of the National Institute of Design (NID) Ahmedabad. With over 23 years of experience, he has been a core faculty member in Industrial Design. An alumnus of IIT Delhi and TU Delft, his expertise spans Systems Thinking, Sustainable Design, and Social Innovation. He spearheaded major consultancy projects, including the design of the Mumbai Suburban Train and Mumbai Monorail, which led to the establishment of the Railway Design Centre at NID. His acclaimed research project, "Design Thinking for Prison Industries" in collaboration with UAL (UK), won the British Council-CII India-UK Excellence Award. He continues to shape the design landscape as a Visiting Faculty and thought leader, recently co-chairing tracks for the International Conference on Design History and Design Studies.
Dr. Milind Prahlad Kamble
Founder & Chairman, DICCI
Dr. Milind Kamble is a pioneering entrepreneur and social reformer who founded the Dalit Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DICCI) in 2005. His mission to promote "Dalit Capitalism" encourages Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe youth to become "job givers rather than job seekers." He also serves as the Chairperson of the Board of Governors at IIM Jammu and the Chairman of NIT Srinagar, making him a key figure in India’s higher education governance. He was instrumental in shaping national initiatives like Stand-Up India and the Venture Capital Fund for SC/ST Entrepreneurs. For his transformative work in economic empowerment, he was honored with the Padma Shri in 2013.
Dr. Ashok Joshi
President, Higher Education foundation, USA
Founder, Microlin LLC, USA
Dr. Ashok Joshi is a world-renowned inventor and technology entrepreneur who currently serves as the Owner of Microlin LLC, based in Salt Lake City, Utah. A prolific innovator with over 130 USA patents, he specializes in the development of materials and devices for surface care, spatial disinfection, and energy storage. He previously served as the CEO and owner of Ceramatec, Inc., leading the company through massive growth before its acquisition by CoorsTek. Driven by the philosophy of "Giving back will give me the biggest happiness," Dr. Joshi actively engages in philanthropy in rural India, funding numerous schools, including one for mentally challenged children. He provides microloans to help women start small businesses and mentors students in both India and the USA. He serves on several boards, including those for Westminster College, Salt Lake Community College, and the India Cultural Centre in Utah.
Late Prof. Mendu Rammohan Rao
Former Director, IIM Bangalore
Dean Emeritus, ISB
Late Prof. Mendu Rammohan Rao was a titan of management education and a distinguished scholar in operations research. He is best remembered for his transformative leadership as the Director of IIM Bangalore (1997–2002) and as the Dean of the Indian School of Business (ISB) (2004–2009). An alumnus of Cornell University (PhD), he spent nearly three decades as a professor at New York University’s Stern School of Business and also taught at the University of Rochester and the University of Tennessee before joining IIM Bangalore. Beyond academia, he served on the boards of the Reserve Bank of India and the Securities and Exchange Board of India. In recognition of his immense contributions to management and science, he was posthumously honoured at the 2025 International Conference on Operations Research, where a memorial fellowship was established in his name.
Prof. G. Raghuram
Former Director, IIM Bangalore
Former Dean, IIM Ahmedabad
Prof. G. Raghuram is a distinguished academician and administrator specializing in infrastructure, transport systems, and supply chain management. He has spent over 30 years as a faculty member at IIM Ahmedabad and later served as the Director of IIM Bangalore (2017-20) and Vice-Chancellor of Indian Maritime University. Presently, he is a Professor Emeritus at both Gujarat Maritime University and Chanakya University. He is also a Distinguished Visiting Faculty at Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya. He has served on numerous government advisory committees for the Ministries of Railways and Civil Aviation. An alumnus of IIT Madras, IIM Ahmedabad, and Northwestern University, he has received multiple Lifetime Achievement Awards for his contributions in the field of transportation and logistics.
Prof. Rishikesha Krishnan
Former Director,
IIM, Bengaluru
Prof Rishikesha Krishnan is a prominent management educator and expert in strategy and innovation. He serves as a Professor of Strategy at IIM Bangalore, having concluded his five-year tenure as the institute's Director in July 2025. He previously served as the Director of IIM Indore from 2014 to 2018. An alumnus of IIT Kanpur, Stanford University, and IIM Ahmedabad, he has authored acclaimed books including 8 Steps to Innovation. In late 2025, he was honored with the Distinguished Alumni Award from IIT Kanpur. He holds various board positions, including at the Higher Education Financing Agency (HEFA) and Gujarat State Petronet Ltd.
Prof. Himanshu Rai
Director,
IIM, Indore
Prof. Himanshu Rai is an eminent management educationist and philosopher who is presently serving a second term as the Director of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore lasting till the end of 2028. He is the first director in the institute's history to be reappointed for a second five-year term. Under his leadership, IIM Indore achieved the prestigious "Triple Crown" accreditation (AMBA, AACSB, and EQUIS). An alumnus of IIM Ahmedabad and NIT Surathkal, Dr. Rai's expertise spans negotiation, ethical leadership, and human resource management. He previously served as the Dean of MISB Bocconi and a professor at IIM Lucknow. He is the author of the bestseller "Negotiation" and a recipient of the LMA Outstanding Management Professional Award (2022). An avid mountaineer and yoga practitioner, he is also a noted connoisseur of Sanskrit literature.
Prof. Uday B. Desai
Founding Director, IIT Hyderabad
Prof. Uday Desai is an eminent Indian academician and institution builder, best known as the Founding Director of IIT Hyderabad (2009–2019). Under his visionary leadership, IIT Hyderabad established its unique focus on interdisciplinary research and strong collaborations with Japanese industry and academia. He is credited with leading IIT Hyderabad to rank among India's top 10 engineering colleges in the NIRF rankings. He continues to serve as Professor Emeritus at IIT Hyderabad. He also holds numerous leadership positions, including Chancellor of ICFAI Dehradun and Anurag University, Hyderabad; Vice-President of the Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE); Honorary Distinguished Professor at Plaksha University. An alumnus of IIT Kanpur, the State University of New York, Buffalo, and Johns Hopkins University, Dr. Desai previously served as a professor at IIT Bombay for over two decades and was the mentor director for both IIT Bhilai and IIIT Chittoor. Dr. Desai is a specialist in wireless communication, cyber-physical systems, and AI.
Dr. Rahul V. Karad
Executive President, WPU GŌA
Dr. Rahul V. Karad is a prominent Indian educationist and institution-builder who serves as the Managing Trustee and Executive President of MAEER’s MIT Group of Institutions. Carrying forward the legacy of his father, Prof. Dr. Vishwanath Karad, he oversees more than 70 institutes and over 80,000 students as of 2026. An alumnus of Harvard Business School and a postgraduate in management from Cardiff University, UK, Dr. Rahul Karad is renowned for pioneering initiatives that bridge education with democratic governance. He founded the MIT School of Government (MIT-SOG), the first of its kind in Asia, and established the Bharatiya Chhatra Sansad (Indian Student Parliament) to encourage youth participation in politics. His other notable platforms include the National Teachers’ Congress, National Women’s Parliament, and National Legislators’ Conference, all aimed at nation-building through ethical leadership and value-based education.
Prof. Suresh Garimella
President,
University of Arizona
Prof. Suresh Garimella is the 23rd President of the University of Arizona and a distinguished academic leader in engineering. He previously served as President of the University of Vermont. He has also held senior leadership roles at Purdue University, including Executive Vice President for Research and Partnerships. Prof. Garimella is a member of the National Science Board and was elected to the U.S. National Academy of Engineering in 2025. He is a highly cited researcher with over 625 research publications and 16 patents. He holds a PhD from the University of California, Berkeley. And master’s and bachelor’s degrees from Ohio State University and IIT Madras, respectively.
Dr. Pramath Raj Sinha
Founder & Trustee, Ashoka University
Founding Dean, ISB
Shri Pramath Raj Sinha is a pioneering force in Indian higher education, serving as the Founder and Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Ashoka University and the Founding Dean of the Indian School of Business (ISB). An alumnus of IIT Kanpur and the University of Pennsylvania, he is a former Partner at McKinsey & Company and currently a Founding Senior Partner at Jetri. His prolific contributions have earned him the 2025 BW Education 'Person of the Year' and the Qimpro Platinum Award for Education. He has authored two influential books, An Idea Whose Time Has Come (2011) and Learn, Don’t Study (2023). His initiatives include the Vedica Scholars Programme for Women and Harappa Education (now part of upGrad). In 2025, he was also inducted into The Education Leaders Forum Fellowship for his lifetime impact on global education.
Prof. Trilochan Sastry
Former Dean, IIM Bangalore
Prof. Trilochan Sastry is an eminent academician, social entrepreneur, and activist specializing in decision sciences and operations research. After 22 years of service, he superannuated from IIM Bangalore as a Professor in March 2025, having previously served as the institute’s Dean (2008–2011). He is an alumnus of IIT Delhi, IIM Ahmedabad, and MIT, Sloan School of Management. He continues to lead significant social impact initiatives as the Chairman and Founder of the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), a non-partisan NGO focused on electoral transparency. He also founded the Centre for Collective Development (CCD) and its social venture, Farmveda, which empowers thousands of small farmers through cooperatives. He is the author of several books, including The Essentials of Hinduism (2022).
Prof. Varun Sahni
Professor, Ashoka University
Former Vice-Chancellor, University of Jammu
Former Vice-Chancellor, Goa University
Dr. Varun Sahni is an eminent academician specializing in international politics and maritime geopolitics. After 30 years of distinguished service, he took early retirement from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) and currently serves as a Professor of International Relations at Ashoka University. An Inlaks Scholar, he earned his doctorate from the University of Oxford, focusing on Argentine naval politics. A veteran administrator, Dr. Sahni has served as the Vice-Chancellor of both the University of Jammu (2008–12) and Goa University (2016–21). He has authored numerous research articles on themes including nuclear deterrence, the Indo-Pacific, and Latin American issues. In recognition of his "outstanding contribution to research and teaching," he was awarded the V.K.R.V. Rao Prize in Social Sciences. He has also served as a visiting professor in Mexico City, Washington, D.C., and Canberra, and as a jury member for the Jawaharlal Nehru Award for International Understanding.
Prof. V. G. Narayanan
Thomas D. Casserly Jr., Professor of Business Administration, Harvard Business School
Prof. V.G. Narayanan is a distinguished academic in the field of accounting and management, currently serving as the Thomas D. Casserly, Jr. Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School (HBS). He also holds the dual leadership roles of Senior Associate Dean of HBS Online and Senior Associate Dean of Executive Education. His research specializes in management accounting with an interest in performance evaluation and incentives. He uses field experiments to understand how firms can use incentives and performance feedback to improve performance. He is studying how financial incentives can be used as a catalyst to form desirable habits and to harness other motivators such as peer pressure and frequent feedback. A graduate of the University of Madras and IIM Ahmedabad, he earned his PhD from Stanford University before joining the HBS faculty in 1994. Beyond Harvard, he serves on the Board of Governors of IIM Calcutta and the Board of Directors for Leader Bank.
Prof. Pankaj Chandra
Vice-Chancellor,
Ahmedabad University
Prof. Pankaj Chandra is the Vice Chancellor and Chairman of the Board of Management of Ahmedabad University. He previously served as Director of IIM Bangalore and as a professor at IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Bangalore. He was the Chairperson of the Doctoral Programme at IIM Ahmedabad and the first Associate Dean (Academic) at ISB, Hyderabad. He has played a key role in shaping higher education policy in India, serving on several Government of India committees and national advisory bodies. Prof. Chandra has also been closely involved in institution building and entrepreneurship, including being part of the founding team of Centre for Innovation, Incubation and Entrepreneurship (CIIE) at IIM Ahmedabad. He holds a BTech from Banaras Hindu University and a PhD from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania.
Visioning
Conferences
1,000+ distinguished academicians and innovators from six continents discussed the role of transdisciplinary education in transforming universities and society
GŌA, 2nd – 4th May 2025
Inaugural Visioning Conference
Integrating indigenous knowledge to advance higher education: A Transdisciplinary perspective
48 Professors
across institutes of eminence IIT, IIM, NLSU, NID etc.
August – September 2025
National Visioning Conferences
Envisioning Tomorrow’s University: A Transdisciplinary Dialogue on the Futures of Education
26 Cities across India
594 faculty participants, Scholars from IITs, IIMs, NLUs, NIDs, and other leading institutions
September - November 2025
Global Visioning Conferences
Connecting Continents, Transforming Learning: A Transdisciplinary Dialogue for Futures of Education
11 countries
281 World-class academicians, innovators, and change-makers across six continents
Upcoming Events
GŌA Sustainability Summit 2027
- April 2027
