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Maharashtra National Law University Nagpur
Near Village Waranga, PO: Dongargaon (Butibori)
Nagpur, Maharashtra, 441108
India

Ashok Kumar Singh

Indian Hockey Player

Ashok Kumar Singh, a stick artist of extraordinary skill-set, is a legendary ex-Indian hockey player. He was born on June 1, 1950 to the legendary Major Dhyan Chand. Ashok Kumar Singh, subsequent to the exceptional talent, great skill-set, unmatchable speed and deft ball control, was an absolute delight to watch. He represented India in several international tournaments including the World Cup and the Olympic Games. He was the first Indian to represent the Indian hockey team at four World Cups. Moreover, in 1975, he led India to its only World Cup victory by scoring the winning goal against Pakistan. In 1974, he was conferred the eminent Arjuna Award, the second-highest honour for outstanding performance in sports and games, by the Government of India. In 2024, he was conferred the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award, the highest recognition for a lifetime contribution to sports and games, by the Government of India.

Devidutta Dash

Women Entrepreneur

Devidutta Dash, founder and CEO of LemmeBe, an ‘inclusive period care brand’, director of Vicuna Living Private Ltd., and Playbook Consultancy Pvt. Ltd. has several aces up her sleeves. She has been awarded EY Entrepreneurial winning women EMEAI 2023. She possesses over 15 years of experience in executive leadership roles across Australia, UAE, KSA, and Malaysia while simultaneously holding industrial experience across Banking, telecom, financial services, and D2C. The digital-first brand has curated a special range of products exclusively for teens and young adults which prioritizes care & comfort that is trendy, affordable & sustainable. Along with its expansion in India, the brand is seeing growth in Dubai and Australian markets. It’s also backed by the trust of marquee investors.

Gouri Puri

Lawyer

Having over twelve years of experience, Gouri is a seasoned legal expert renowned for her work on complex cross-border tax issues. Her focus includes taxation in M&A deals, fund establishment, foreign investment structuring, and private capital arrangements, with a strong emphasis on the Indian market. She has worked with prestigious clients such as American Express, Walmart, and Meta, and is a trusted advisor known for her efficiency and expertise. She is a Partner in the tax practice of Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas. She works closely on international tax planning matters and digital taxation. Additionally, Gouri is also a prolific writer and speaker, contributing to leading business journals and collaborating with corporate organizations and legal media. She holds a master's degree in taxation law from Harvard Law School and is a member of the Bar Council of India and the New York State Bar.

Major Gen. Neeraj Bali

Distinguished Indian Army Veteran

Maj Gen Neeraj Bali, Sena Medal, a distinguished Indian Army veteran and corporate professional, brings a wealth of experience to organizational culture transformation. Commissioned in 1978, he served over 37 years as an infantry officer, contributing significantly in J&K and various border regions. Gen Bali commanded a Rashtriya Rifles Battalion during heightened terrorism, earning the Sena Medal. Post-retirement, he excelled as CEO of a leading Engineering PMC Company, doubling its revenue in two years. His leadership extended to a rural education Society overseeing 92 schools. An acclaimed author, his book, "The Winning Culture," delves into lessons from the Indian Army. As a certified Life and Leadership Coach, professional speaker, and management advisor, Gen Bali imparts his expertise globally, addressing prestigious forums and institutions on organizational culture, leadership, and competitive intelligence.

Padma Shri Chamu Krishna Shastry

Sanskrit Language Activist

Padma Shri Chamu Krishna Shastry, born on 23rd January 1956 is a prominent Indian educationist renowned for his contribution to the proliferation of Sanskrit Language. He has been the spearhead of the “Speak Sanskrit movement” whereby the emphasis is put on teaching the language through verbal exercises rather than relying on traditional methods. Further, through his organization ‘Sanskrita Bharati’, he has launched a 10-day Sanskrit Speaking Course’ Shastry's efforts have also led many universities and colleges to adopt the communicative teaching method for Sanskrit. In the US, SAFL (Sanskrit as a Foreign Language) is a popular course among children of Indian origin. Sanskrita Bharati is active all over India and in 13 countries including the USA, Canada, the UK, and the UAE.