There is no higher religion than human service. To work for the common good is the greatest creed – Woodrow T. Wilson
This thought runs strong with the core team of Udaan Welfare Foundation which comprises of seasoned professionals from varied backgrounds.
FOUNDER, PRESIDENT
Dr. Anil K. Luniya
Senior Consultant Physician associated with Jupiter Hospitals, Bethany Hospital and Dr. L. H. Hiranandani Hospitals in Thane.
Born into a family of freedom fighters, Dr Luniya has been committed towards the benefit of the society since childhood.
He is a passionate professional who has served the society at large professionally, as well as through diverse philanthropic activities. His administrative and leadership qualities having helped successfully, leading the Udaan Welfare Foundation for the last 13 years and guide it serve the people in need from all walks of life.
He is also the immediate past President of The American College of Chest Physicians (Western India Chapter)
SECRETARY
Mr Sandeep Ramakrishnan
Director, Consumer Links Marketing Pvt. Ltd.
A creative and hardworking intellect with compassion for the disadvantaged, and contributes to their welfare in many ways. A nature enthusiast and regular blood donor, Mr Sandeep, supports various projects. A perfectionist and visionary, he is considered as the pillar of the foundation.
TREASURER
Mr B. S. Kumar
Managing Director, Activaa Technocontrols Pvt. Ltd.
A simple and generous individual who handles all challenges with ease and a smile on his face. His down to earth attitude makes him the person who leads the team from front.
Members
Mr. J. C. Agarwal
Retd. GM, Indian Oil Corporation.
A true leader for whom age is just a number. At 73, his years of experience in administration has helped Udaan implement varied projects undertaken successfully. He is also a founder of the Senior Citizens Club, Chairman of his Housing Society and is associated with other social initiatives apart from Udaan. He is considered as the Rock of Gibraltar.
Mrs. Rama Chandrasekhar
Retd. Senior Educationist, Lok Puram Public School, Thane
A humble and dedicated educator, has guided children from all strata of the society. Her passion for development of children has led her to contribute towards the educational and environmental initiatives of Udaan passionately. She is fondly remembered and adored by her students, who also associate themselves with the foundation as volunteers.
Dr. Prabodh Halde
Head, Regulatory, Marico Ltd.
A dynamic persona who never forgets to wear his smile. His excellent leadership and inter-personal skills have helped the foundation achieve success in their Health and Nutrition programmes. Though busy playing multiple roles, he supports the foundation in all possible ways; be it connecting with government officials or professionals for volunteering.
Mr. B. Ganesh
Vice President, SAP, Reliance Industries Ltd.
A soft spoken and diligent professional who associates himself with the foundation by working meticulously towards the Health and Nutrition projects. He provides resolutions to issues with a balanced analytical approach and does not crave to be in the limelight.
Mr Sachin Joshi
Managing Director & CEO, SK Formulations Pvt. Ltd.
A spirited and beaming person with able management skills, helps the foundation with Educational initiatives. He supports underprivileged students with placement opportunities as he believes that every individual can shape their life when given equal opportunities.
Mr Nandu Aiyer
Director, Karuyaki Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
A man of few words who prefers to have a low profile supports the technological aspects of Udaan. He approaches all challenges with a resolute mind and refrains himself from the limelight.
Other members ably supporting the organisation includes Educationists, Doctors, Businessmen, Managing Directors, CEO’s, Vice Presidents, General Managers, Chartered Accountants, Entrepreneurs and Homemakers.
Our team also takes pride in having a large force of volunteers (National & International) helping us in different projects periodically.