INDICA Appoints Shivakumar GV as Director - Guru-Sadhaka Sachiva As an Institute for Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), we at INDICA are driven by a vision of universal well-being. Rooted in the profound wisdom of the Indic heritage, we strive to nurture health, happiness, and harmony in humanity. Our commitment to IKS is driven by a twofold mission: A. Providing unique, authentic, and immersive learning experiences, and B. Fostering leadership by nurturing potential, passion, and purpose. Elevating IKS Leadership and Legacy: We are thrilled to welcome Shivakumar GV, formerly Scholar-in-Residence and Consulting Editor at INDICA Today, in his new role as 'Director - Guru-Sadhaka Sachiva'. Shivakumar's responsibilities will focus on our critical mission to cultivate leadership. He will guide initiatives to serve Gurus, perpetuate their legacies, and bolster the broader IKS ecosystem. Key Focus Areas: Guru Legacy: Supporting living Gurus in sharing IKS wisdom, alongside preserving and amplifying the teachings of past Gurus. Cultural Change-makers: Through our Cultural Change-maker Fellowship, empowering leaders committed to IKS to become influential thinkers, institution builders, and public leaders. Ecosystem Building: Overseeing our IKS Accelerator Fund, which plays a pivotal role in nurturing a thriving Indic community, offering financial support for a wide range of projects and initiatives. Apart from the above broad description, Shivakumar, over the next 36 months, embarks on an ambitious pledge to honor and sustain the legacies of 108 Living and Past Gurus from the 20th Century. His efforts will focus on organizing, making accessible, and cultivating a parampara that highlights their significant contributions to our civilization. Continued Educational and Research Endeavors: Shivakumar remains dedicated to his scholarly pursuits in Itihasa-Puranas and Indian Knowledge Systems. His work includes developing contemporary frameworks based on IKS principles, with a special focus on the Mahabharata and Purushartha. He has been a prolific contributor to INDICA Today, sharing his insights and knowledge with both academic and general audiences. Background and Personal Life: Shivakumar holds an M.Tech in Computer Science from IIT Bombay and a B.E. from the National Institute of Technology, Surat. With 25 years of experience in the IT industry, his expertise spans theoretical computer science, algorithms, and learning system design. Shivakumar resides in Bengaluru with his family and is a devoted follower of the River-Goddess Saraswati. “We at INDICA are excited for Shivakumar's journey ahead and are confident that his leadership will significantly contribute to the advancement of Indian Knowledge Systems and our shared vision.” @SaamaanyaJ