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Welcome to the Children’s Academy Group of Schools Alumni Feature Page! Here, we celebrate the achievements and contributions of our esteemed alumni who have passed through the halls of Children’s Academy and emerged as remarkable individuals in their respective fields.
Our alumni community is a vibrant and diverse group of individuals who have made their mark in various domains, including academia, business, arts, sciences, sports, and more. From successful entrepreneurs and industry leaders to award-winning artists and groundbreaking researchers, our alumni continue to excel and inspire.
On this page, you will find inspiring stories, interview video links, and spotlights that showcase the journey and accomplishments of our alumni. Discover how they have leveraged the foundation and values instilled during their time at Children’s Academy to make a positive impact in their communities and beyond.

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Sunil Lata

Batch - 1982

Sunil Lata is a seasoned professional in the field of strategic business development. With over 25 years of experience, he has established himself as a dynamic leader and a visionary strategist. Throughout his career, Sunil has successfully identified and capitalized on emerging market opportunities, driving revenue growth and market expansion for numerous organizations. He possesses a strong acumen for driving supply chain operations, developing innovative business models, forging strategic partnerships, and implementing effective go-to-market strategies.

Dr. Sunil Agrawal

Batch - 1983

Cancer And Laparoscopic Surgeon and the Founder of Sanjeevani Hospital Mumbai. Dr. Sunil Chandrabhan Agrawal completed MBBS from Bombay University in October 1990 & did his Post Graduation in Master of Surgery in Oncology from Tata Memorial Hospital in 1996. He is the founder of Sanjeevani Hospital, which began its journey with 9 beds in 1999 to now a bed capacity of 100 with latest equipment and technology.

Dr. Mukesh Gupta

Batch - 1989

Dr. Gupta is an Obstetrician & Gynaecologist working in the field of Women Health for over 15 years. He founded Le’Nest in the year 2007 & has been a Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist at Le’Nest, Dr.Gupta Nursing Home & also Cloud Nine. Having completed his M.D, DNB – He is also a PGDPC in Psychological Counselling. With his special interest in Fetal/Perinatal Medicine, he is trained in Infertility, Laparoscopy, Gyne Oncology, Adolescent health and Medicolegal issues

Ritu Advani

Batch - 2012

STEM based Robotics instructor Proficient in Curriculum and Content development for Block based and text based coding ,Android App Development, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Stem Based Robotic Education. Coached students for various World level Competitions like : World Robotics Olympiad(WRO) , FIRST Robotics Competitions, VEX Robotics Competition, MIT App Inventor Appathon , Codeavour , Makebot CodingBee , Google Code to Learn.

Suraj Karkera

Batch - 2011

Suraj Karkera is an Indian field hockey player who plays as a goalkeeper. Karkera made his debut for the Indian junior team in 2015 and was a regular member of the team on several tours. He made his senior team debut the following year and was part of India’s gold-medal winning squad at the 2017 Asia Cup. He was named the Goalkeeper of the Tournament at the 2021 Asian Champions Trophy where his team won the bronze medal.

Neil D’Silva

Batch - 1991

Neil D’Silva is an Indian author, known for his works in the horror genre. Consistently listed among the top horror writers of India, he was named by UK’s DESIblitz magazine among the Top 7 Indian Horror Writers to be read. He writes predominantly in the horror genre. His unique stories have struck a chord with a wide range of readers, eliciting praise from various quarters. His publishers include Penguin Random House, Rupa Publications, Hachette, and HarperCollins among others, and he has won screen adaptation deals on several of his books.

Dr. Sargam Soni

Batch - 1996

Dr. Sargam Soni is an experienced & renowned Gynaecologist, Obstetrician & Infertility expert. She has given several talks on radio for issues related to women’s health & infertility.

Bhavin Shah

Batch - 1991

Bhavin Shah is the esteemed Director and CEO of Education World (India’s No.1 education news and analysis magazine). With visionary leadership, he drives the organization’s mission to transform education through innovative initiatives and strategic development, making a positive impact on learners worldwide. A management graduate of Mumbai University, Bhavin has worked with the Business Advisor Group (a UN procurement agency) and was instrumental in launching international brands such as Gillette Mach 3, Duracell, Oral B, among others, in the Indian market.

Dr. Anurag Modi

Batch - 1992

Dr. Anurag Modi is a Senior Consulting Physician, Diabetologist and an Intensivist in Emergency Medicine. His educational background includes an MBBS, Post Graduate Diploma in Diabetology (PGDD), Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Endocrinology & Diabetes.

Balkishan Sharma

Batch - 1991

Balkishan Sharma, founder-director of the World Academy of Career Programmes (WACP), popular for Career relevant studies in India and overseas. World Academy of Career Programmes (WACP), a Singapore based educational research organisation that offers K-12 based career-related courses in multiple academic streams designed for 21st-century learners. WACP offers various new-age Career study modules to many schools in India and South Asia including candidate schools pursuing IBCP.

Vinay Nadkarni

Batch - 1980

Vinay Nadkarni is the Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Globus Stores Private Limited. With his leadership and expertise, he guides the strategic direction of the company, ensuring its growth and success in the retail industry. With a wealth of experience and knowledge, he plays a crucial role in driving the company’s operations and fostering its position as a prominent player in the retail market.

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Dr. Neha Varma

Batch - 2003

Dr. Neha Varma, MPH is a Senior Research Analyst in Therapeutics Research and Infectious Disease Epidemiology (TIDE), Department of Population Medicine at the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute & Harvard Medical School. Her team works in the Infectious Disease Epidemiology realm, with a focus on Healthcare associated infections (HAIs), Antimicrobial resistance, COVID-19 and Multidrug Resistant Organisms (MDROs) and Cluster Outbreaks in hospitals.

Deep M. Jariwala

Batch - 2004

Deep M. Jariwala pursued his Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering at Northwestern University graduating in 2015. He has over a 100 Peer-Reviewed Journal and Conference Publications and Deep’s research has earned him awards of multiple professional societies At Northwestern, Deep made contributions to the study of charge transport and electronic applications of two-dimensional (2D) semiconductors and their devices. Deep then moved to Caltech as a Resnick Prize Postdoctoral Fellow from 2015-2017 working on nanophotonic devices and ultrathin solar cells, before joining University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia as Assistant Professor of Electrical and Systems Engineering in 2018.

Rishi Rajpopat

Batch - 2011

Rishi Rajpopat, PhD student at Cambridge University, solved a 2,500-year-old Sanskrit puzzle Rishi Rajpopat made the breakthrough by decoding a rule taught by Panini, known as the father of linguistics, and is now encapsulated in his thesis entitled ‘In Panini, We Trust: Discovering the Algorithm for Rule Conflict Resolution in the Astadhyayi.

Abhishek Shah

Batch - 2008

Digital Product Manager at Syfe Over 7 years of product development experience with hands-on experience in fintech, remittance, consumer products, B2B products, eCommerce, and marketplaces. Currently building AI-powered Robo-tech investment app specifically designed for the Australian market

Dr. Gauri Gaikwad

Batch - 2010

During the years 2010 to 2012, I pursued my Junior College education at Sathaye College, located in Vile-Parle. Following my passion for medicine, I went on to complete my M.B.B.S. degree from Seth G.S. Medical College and K.E.M Hospital in Parel, between 2012 and 2018. To specialize further in the field, I pursued a Master’s in General Surgery at Grant Govt. Medical College and Sir J.J. Group of Hospitals in Byculla from 2019 to 2022. Amidst the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, I volunteered as a Covid Doctor in 2020 and 2021 at St. George Hospital and G.T. Hospital in Fort, Mumbai, providing essential medical care during these critical times. Currently, I am serving as a consultant at Dr. R.N. Cooper Municipal General Hospital in Juhu, where I continue to dedicate myself to improving healthcare and making a positive impact on patients’ lives.

Dr. Jinal Mehta

Batch - 2012

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Dr. Lekha Parikh

Batch - 2008

Pediatrician and Neonatologist Experienced and trained at sion hospital in the department of neonatology for nearly 1.5 years. She has completed her fellowship in neonatology as well from Sion hospital.

Kshitij Gupta

Batch - 2008

Kshitij is the proud recipient of the prestigious Balashree awards for `Creativity and Innovation in Science. He received this award from our Ex -President of India Smt. Pratibha Patil. He holds a Master’s Degree in Applied Sciences and started working on developing electric vehicles. He received the Dean’s Award at the University of Toronto for the Datsun Project and is currently working in the Electric vehicles section at GM motors.

Janak Panicker

Batch - 2008

Amalgamation of a Lawyer, a Chartered Accountant and a Company Secretary with a strong inclination towards regulatory and corporate law..

Ambarish Unnikrishnan

Batch - 2012

Industrial Engineer with a longstanding experience in Quality & Manufacturing Data in the Electric+Autonomous Vehicle industry. He holds a Master’s Degree in Industrial Engineering from Texas A&M University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Namita Bodaji

1979

Children’s Academy, Malad East

A renowned Bharatanatyam dancer and founder of the Samskara Academy of Fine Arts, promoting Indian music and dance globally. She is a recipient of the “Singar Mani” title and the Women’s Excellence Award, and has performed extensively in India and abroad.

Vinay Nadkarni

1980

Children’s Academy, Malad East

Managing Director & CEO of Globus Stores, leading strategic growth in the retail sector.

Prof. Sushmita Bhatnagar

1981

Children’s Academy, Malad East

Consultant Pediatric Surgeon at Bombay Hospital, Global Hospital,etc. Renowned Pediatric Surgeon, former Professor & Head at B.J. Wadia Hospital, Founder Director of FOCUS, and recipient of multiple national and international awards in pediatric surgery and pediatric surgical oncology.

Dr. Swapnil Dubey

1982

Children’s Academy, Malad East

Independent Consultant & Faculty. Supply chain expert with 36+ years’ experience managing global procurement and logistics.

Sunil Lata

1982

Children’s Academy, Malad East

Head – Strategic Business Development. TVS Supply Chain Solutions

Dr. Sunil Agrawal

1983

Children’s Academy, Malad East

Renowned cancer and laparoscopic surgeon; founder of Sanjeevani Hospital in Mumbai.

Dr. Shirish Dubey

1984

Children’s Academy, Malad East

Consultant Rheumatologist at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust with over 15 years of clinical leadership across leading UK centres, specialising in vasculitis and connective tissue diseases.

Dr. Ravindra Dey

1989

Children’s Academy, Malad East

XIMR Mumbai. HR academician & executive coach; author of 3 Amazon bestsellers and multiple research awards.

Dr. Mukesh Gupta

1989

Children’s Academy, Malad East

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist focused on women’s health with expertise in fetal medicine and fertility.

Prasad Sathe

1991

Children’s Academy, Malad East

Co-founder & CEO – mPHATEK Systems & Obseye Technologies.
Driving global tech services across India, South Africa, and UAE.

Bhavin Shah

1991

Children’s Academy, Malad East

Director & CEO of Education World magazine, driving educational analysis and innovation.

Balkishan Sharma

1991

Children’s Academy, Malad East

Founder‑Director of World Academy of Career Programmes (WACP) offering career‑focused education.

Neil D’Silva

1991

Children’s Academy, Malad East

Indian horror author published by major houses and acclaimed among top Indian horror writers.

Amit Shah

1991

Children’s Academy, Malad East

JioStar Executive VP leading distribution strategy post Disney–Viacom18 merger.

Dr. Anurag Modi

1992

Children’s Academy, Malad East

Senior consulting physician and diabetologist with specialization in emergency medicine.

Nirav Ram Barot

1994

Children’s Academy, Malad East

Social worker and National Vice President of the World Human Rights Protection Commission, dedicated to safeguarding human dignity, strengthening democratic accountability, and driving justice-led social change. An Honorary Doctorate awardee in Social Service and Philosophy, he is also a financial consultant in private equity and venture capital, a real estate developer, and a thought leader bridging social impact with economic development.

Dr. Sargam Soni

1996

Children’s Academy, Malad East

Experienced gynaecologist, obstetrician and infertility specialist with radio talks on women’s health.

Nilesh Sharad Sawant

1998

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

The Fifth House E-Commerce. President & CEO; expert in e-commerce strategy, leadership, and business scaling.

Swapnil Deepak Wagle

1998

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

Product Owner, Barclays. Experienced team lead driving digital channels, operational excellence, and regulatory resolution, with a strong background in banking, operations, and cross-functional leadership.

Rohit Ghan

1998

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

Head of the Transportation & Logistics Industry Segment at Tata Consultancy Services Ltd., based in Switzerland. With decades of global experience, he leads strategic initiatives and digital transformation for large-scale logistics and transportation clients.

Suraj Jariwala

1998

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

Heads Digital Communication and Policy Delivery at Bajaj General Insurance Limited, focusing on leveraging technology to enhance customer experience and streamline insurance processes.

Tejas Shah

1998

Children’s Academy, Malad East

Director and Head of Equity Derivatives Trading at Equirus Securities Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai, with over 20 years of experience in financial services. He has played a key role in setting up multiple trading desks and has built strong expertise in equity derivatives and algorithmic trading strategies

Rohan Nikumbh

1998

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

Senior Manager at Amazon in Hyderabad, leading strategic initiatives and operational excellence. Focuses on driving innovation and optimizing processes in a fast-paced technology environment.

Jalpa Doshi

1998

Children’s Academy, Malad

Khushal J Limbad

1999

Children’s Academy, Malad East

Founder of JAK Group, a diversified enterprise with interests in real estate, food, and garments, and an active investor in technology startups. A firm believer in purpose-driven leadership, he practices meditation and promotes continuous learning and disciplined thinking in business.

Dr Jayashri Nitin Divate

1999

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

Consultant Ophthalmologist. MBBS, DOMS with a fellowship in comprehensive eye care; Director at Phoenix Hospitals, known for excellence in clinical ophthalmology and healthcare leadership.

Dr Sheetal Radia

1999

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

Dr. Sheetal Radia is a medical professional based in Kandivali East with a career spanning over two decades since completing her SSC in 1999. She runs the Dr. Sheetal Radia ENT Clinic, providing specialized ENT care to the community.

Bhavin Jariwala

2000

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

Director of Engineering at Lam Research Corporation, leading advanced engineering initiatives in the semiconductor industry. Brings strong technical expertise and strategic leadership to drive innovation and operational excellence.

Nishit Doshi

2000

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

Executive Director at Genentech, Roche Pharma, building innovative products that help more patients benefit from life-saving medicines and leading transformational initiatives across biotech, diagnostics, and digital health. A PhD from the University of California, Santa Barbara, he has received multiple recognitions including the Bionanotechnology Award for North America and remains closely connected to his alma mater.

Anupreet Dhody

2001

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

I’m Wholesome. Co-founder & Head of Operations; drives gourmet gifting, events, and sustainable F&B initiatives.

Dr. Neha Varma

2003

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

Senior Research Analyst in infectious disease epidemiology at Harvard Medical School.

Deep M. Jariwala

2004

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

Assistant Professor of Electrical & Systems Engineering, with award‑winning research in 2D semiconductors.

Shashwat Gandhi

2005

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

Boathouse Media Pvt. Ltd. Filmmaker & creative entrepreneur; directed 300+ commercials and award-winning short films.

Prachi Tyagi

2006

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

Film Industry. Second Unit Director/Producer; worked on A Flying Jatt, Saaho, and Be Happy.

Manpreet Dhody

2006

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

I’m Wholesome. Chef & co-founder; curates gourmet experiences, workshops, and artisanal food events.

Dr. Nikisha Narse

2006

Children’s Academy, Malad East

A dental surgeon and founder of Dr. Narse’s Multispeciality Dental Care, she transformed her childhood dream of serving others into a successful healthcare career after earning her Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2013. Known for her clinical expertise and compassionate approach, she continues to be guided by the values of discipline, perseverance, and kindness instilled during her school years.

Pratik Agarwal

2006

Children’s Academy, Malad East

Owner & Creator at Artistico Foods LLP, founder of Queen Margherita’s Pizzeria (QMPizza). With international experience, including serving as a former pizza chef at North of Brooklyn, he blends craftsmanship, creativity, and strong brand building to redefine contemporary pizza culture.

Dr. Niharika Parasrampuria

2008

Children’s Academy, Malad East

A distinguished medical professional known for her dedication and expertise in her field. She has consistently contributed to healthcare with a focus on excellence and patient care.

Abhishek Shah

2008

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

Digital Product Manager with expertise in fintech, eCommerce, and AI‑powered financial products.

Dr. Lekha Parikh

2008

Children’s Academy, Thakur Complex

Pediatrician and neonatologist trained at Sion Hospital with fellowship in neonatology.

Kshitij Gupta

2008

Children’s Academy, Thakur Complex

Founder‑Director of World Academy of Career Programmes (WACP) offering career‑focused education.

Janak Panicker

2008

Children’s Academy, Thakur Complex

Corporate legal professional with qualifications in law, chartered accountancy and company secretarial practice.

Dr. Shital Dudhwala

2009

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

Paarth Physio Hub. Neurophysiotherapist and founder; 9+ years’ experience in advanced rehabilitation care.

Dr. Gauri Gaikwad

2010

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

Medical doctor and general surgeon, served during COVID‑19 and now practicing in Mumbai.

Rishi Rajpopat

2011

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

PhD student at Cambridge known for decoding a 2,500‑year‑old Sanskrit rule in linguistics.

Himesh N. Panchal

2010–11

Children’s Academy, Thakur Complex

CITI Chartered Accountant and underwriter with expertise in finance and risk management.

Suraj Karkera

2011

Children’s Academy, Malad East

Indian field hockey goalkeeper and international team player with Asia Cup achievements.

Ritu Advani

2012

Children’s Academy, Malad East

STEM robotics instructor specializing in coding, AI, and robotics education with global coaching experience.

Ambarish Unnikrishnan

2012

Children’s Academy, Thakur Complex

Industrial engineer with experience in quality and manufacturing data in the autonomous vehicle industry.

Noman Bashir Tisekar

2012

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

Maritime professional with Executive Ship Management and has steadily progressed in his seafaring career. He was recently promoted to Second Officer, reflecting his expertise and dedication in the shipping industry.

Dr. Astha Chetan Saravia

2013

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

Medical Professional. Gold-medalist OB/GYN; focused on women’s health and reproductive medicine.

Adv. Sarvesh V.K. Sawant

2014

Children’s Academy, Thakur Complex

Independent Advocate (Criminal Law). Legal practitioner focused on justice, constitutional values, and social reform; actively involved in de-addiction initiatives through the Shalini Jadhav Foundation.

Dishant Nisar

2014

Children’s Academy, Malad East

Cleared the UPSC Civil Services Examination with AIR 77 (RL) and allocated to the Indian Railway Management Service (IRMS), Group A. A Journalism and Political Science graduate, he has experience in marketing and political consulting and is passionate about public policy, farming, reading, and photography.

Riddhi Solanki

2015

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

Health Research Scientist & Methodologist, National Cancer Grid (Tata Memorial Centre). Public health professional and gold medalist specializing in cancer epidemiology, health policy, and national guideline development; incoming PhD student at UNSW Australia.

Hrishikesh Avanoor

2016

Children’s Academy, Thakur Complex

Clearwater Analytics. Full-stack software engineer; built multiple web apps including Splitlify & Spotify Mini.

Shreyas V. Kansara

2017

Children’s Academy, Thakur Complex

Actor. Award-winning theatre & screen actor; Best Actor in Maharashtra (Hindi), 2025.

Ishika Yadav

2017

Children’s Academy, Thakur Complex

KIFS Housing Finance Ltd. Finance professional, ACCA-qualified, specializing in treasury operations.

Shourjadeep Datta

2017

Children’s Academy, Thakur Complex

InSync Analytics. Software developer; recognized as Rising Star 2025 for performance excellence.

Dr. Karan Jain

2017

Children’s Academy, Thakur Complex

Seth GSMC & KEM Hospital. Faculty & occupational therapist; Oticon 2023 award winner and Karate Silver Medalist.

Jash Saravia

2018

Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar

Research Scholar. PhD candidate in biosensors; 2nd Place, US Solar Decathlon 2023 (NREL, USA).

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