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Organization · Directors

Leadership shaping inclusive growth.

A team of academic, financial and development leaders steering GTIDS forward.

Founder & President

Prof. Mukti Mishra

Holds an MBA and PhD from Victoria University, Melbourne. He is Co-founder and President of Centurion Universities and Gram Tarang institutions. He has promoted many companies, trusts, and societies.

Co-Founder & Managing Director

Venkat Sivanand Kumar

B.Com from Osmania University and Management degree from Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar. Experience with ICICI Bank and Intellecap. Founder of Gram Tarang Financial Services Pvt. Ltd. Expertise in microfinance, financial modeling, and investment banking.

Managing Director

Prof. D.N. Rao

Civil Engineer from Osmania University and PGDM from IIM Kolkata. Co-founder and Vice President of Centurion Universities and Gram Tarang institutions. Has strong expertise in technology-driven enterprises.

Member

Prof. Supriya Pattanayak

Over 25 years of experience in the development sector and academia. Known for working with bilateral, multilateral, government, and non-government organizations. Strong stakeholder management skills.