About Samvit Kendra

“Samvit Kendra” is an institution whose primary objective is to bring out the original research in the best interests of the nation, especially in the areas of culture and history and their relevance to the current times. The word Samvit means Right Knowledge. Samvit Kendra is formed by a group of individuals, who are well experienced, research oriented, enthusiastic and above all committed nationalists. It encourages youngsters to take up research topics that have long term relevance with immediate utility. Samvit Kendra aims at providing a platform for all those people who have a strong inclination towards research and a genuine interest in contributing towards the cause of nation.

Objectives

  • To work on areas relevant to society for culture from both Historical and Current Perspective.
  • To encourage youngsters to study in depth regarding Indian Culture and World Culture
  • To start research and studies concern with long term relevance and immediate utility
  • To organize study groups and discussions, lectures, seminars etc.,
  • To bring out monographs, working papers, magazines, books and other related publications
  • To build a first rate reference library to facilitate research and studies.
  • To initiate research studies in co-operation with Universities and other Academic Bodies
  • To seek co-operation of like-minded institutions wherever they are in all possible ways.
  • To initiate all the necessary measures for the development of the members of the association and also the association.
  • To provide all the services that are required for the members of the association.
  • Any other act or deed for the common welfare of the Members of the Association.

Team

Dr. Rahul A. Shastri – President

  • Gold Medalist in MA (OU), standing first in the Faculty of Social Sciences, awardee of Nawab Ali Yavar Jung Gold Medal, and Machenzie Book Prize.
  • Ph. D (OU) – Contribution of Michal Kalecki to Economic Theory: Focus on Income Distribution.
  • Published 27 research papers and articles in various journal and books including EPW, Asian Economic review, The Indian Economy Review.
  • Published two books: Microeconomic Theory (University Press, 2000) and Andhra Pradesh Economy (with Prof. S. Kishan Rao).
Currently:
  • Joint Director, National Akademi of Development.
Formerly:
  • Director, Research Center for International Business, CVR College of Engineering.
  • Faculty, Department of Economics, OU.
  • Guest Faculty, SMS, Hyderabad Central University.

Shailaja – Vice President

P. Shailaja has over 3 decades of experience in the social and health sector with several NGO’s. She is currently working as a director at Samvit Prakashan Pvt Ltd.

She is also a regional member of the Central Board of Film Certification

 

Sri Ayush Nadimpalli – General Secretary

Ayush Nadimpalli has over 25 years of experience in the technology sector and currently holds responsibility as a Director at Adroitec Group. He holds an engineering degree and a post-diploma in management studies.  He is also on the board of directors at Bharat Prakashan (Delhi) Ltd.

He volunteers his free time to mentor youth and institutions on important national issues.

Surender Kunti – Joint Secretary

Surender K has over 2 decades of experience in media. He is working as the Bureau Chief for South India at Organiser Weekly.

RamaKrishna Ponnapalli

Ramakrishna Ponnapalli is an IT professional and the Treasurer of Samvit Kendra . He is an alumni of BITS Pilani. He volunteers his time in training youth in skill development.

Executive Members

Sri Janaki Vallabh  

Ramakrishna Ponnapalli is an IT professional and the Treasurer of Samvit Kendra . He is an alumni of BITS Pilani. He volunteers his time in training youth in skill development.