Advisory Board

Padma Bhushan Dr. K. K. Talwar

Renowned cardiologist and academic, Dr. Kewal Kishan Talwar served as Director of PGIMER Chandigarh and former Chairman of the Medical Council of India.

Padma Bhushan Dr. K. K. Talwar

He pioneered the use of Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD) therapy and introduced Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT) in India. His awards include the Padma Bhushan, B.C. Roy Award, and numerous national and international honours. Eminent cardiologist and former Director of PGIMER Chandigarh. He pioneered implantable defibrillator therapy in South Asia and introduced cardiac resynchronization therapy in India. Recipient of the Padma Bhushan and numerous national awards.

Padma Shri Dr. Digambar Behera

Renowned pulmonologist specializing in respiratory medicine and tuberculosis, Dr. Behera earned his MBBS (1978) and MD (1981) from PGIMER, Chandigarh.

Padma Shri Dr. Digambar Behera

He served as Head of Pulmonary Medicine and Dean (Research) there, and chaired the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme and the Indian TB Research Consortium. Honoured with Padma Shri in 2020, his accolades also include the BC Roy Award and Kael Styblo Prize. Renowned pulmonologist specializing in respiratory medicine and tuberculosis, Dr. Behera earned his MBBS (1978) and MD (1981) from PGIMER, Chandigarh. He served as Head of Pulmonary Medicine and Dean (Research) there, and chaired the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme and the Indian TB Research Consortium. Honoured with Padma Shri in 2020, his accolades also include the BC Roy Award and Kael Styblo Prize.

Padma Shri Dr. Yogesh Chawla

An eminent hepatologist, Dr. Yogesh Kumar Chawla served as Director of PGIMER, Chandigarh. With over 39 years of experience in Hepatology.

Padma Shri Dr. Yogesh Chawla

He is regarded as one of India’s top liver specialists and transplant pioneers. Awarded the Padma Shri in 2015 and the B.C. Roy Award in 1999, he significantly advanced hepatology education and research.An eminent hepatologist, Dr. Yogesh Kumar Chawla served as Director of PGIMER, Chandigarh. With over 39 years of experience in hepatology, he is regarded as one of India’s top liver specialists and transplant pioneers. Awarded the Padma Shri in 2015 and the B.C. Roy Award in 1999, he significantly advanced hepatology education and research.

Padma Shri Dr. Jagat Ram

Former Director, PGIMER Chandigarh

Padma Shri Dr. Jagat Ram

Padma Shri awardee, Dr. Jagat Ram is a renowned ophthalmologist recognized globally for his pioneering work in cataract and pediatric eye surgery, with extensive contributions to medical research, education, and public health.Dr. Jagat Ram is a distinguished ophthalmologist with over four decades of experience in clinical practice, research, and medical education. A Padma Shri awardee, he served as the Director of PGIMER, Chandigarh, one of India’s premier medical institutions. He is internationally recognized for his pioneering work in cataract and pediatric eye surgery and has performed tens of thousands of successful procedures during his career. Dr. Ram has authored numerous research publications in reputed medical journals and has played a key role in advancing ophthalmic training and patient care in India. His leadership, academic contributions, and commitment to public health have earned him several national and international honors, establishing him as a leading figure in Indian medical science.

Tarun Ghulati

Tarun Ghulati is a seasoned Chairman, President, CEO, Board Member, Strategic Advisor, Serial Entrepreneur and Philanthropist

Tarun Ghulati

Strategic Advisor, Serial Entrepreneur and Philanthropist with an enviable track record of delivering practical and creative solutions to complex issues in banking and financial services businesses across the world. Tarun has lived across countries in Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa and the UK. He has led zero-to-one efforts, led established business at scale and created market leading businesses internationally. He has sat on 48 boards internationally and currently sits on several boards and advises governments and entities in the UK, India and overseas. Tarun’s family legacy of public service spans three centuries. This has instilled in him an unwavering commitment to serving the public. Tarun stood as an independent candidate for the Mayor of London election and for the UK Parliament in 2024.

Naveen Verma, IAS

Senior Indian Administrative Service officer (Bihar cadre). Former Secretary, Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region

Naveen Verma, IAS

A distinguished Indian Administrative Service officer, Naveen Verma has served prominently, including as Secretary in the Government of India and holding key leadership roles related to the North Eastern Region’s development (DoNER). Educated at the Delhi School of Economics, he brings vast administrative and policy expertise.

Dharam Pal, IAS

1988-batch IAS officer (AGMUT cadre) and former Adviser to the Administrator, UT Chandigarh.

Dharam Pal, IAS

He has held key roles in governance and policy, with a strong commitment to civic development and sustainability. A 1988-batch AGMUT cadre IAS officer and alumnus of Punjab Engineering College, Dharam Pal served as Adviser to the Union Territory Administrator of Chandigarh. Known for his dignified presence, leadership, and commitment to civil service, his tenure emphasized collaboration and ecological consciousness.

Dr. Meenu Singh

Pediatric pulmonologist and Executive Director & CEO, AIIMS Rishikesh. She is recognized for her work in pediatric asthma, cystic fibrosis, telemedicine, and evidence-based medicine.

Dr. Meenu Singh

An academician and clinician with over 35 years in pediatrics and pediatric pulmonology, Dr. Meenu Singh heads AIIMS Rishikesh as Executive Director & CEO since 2022. She trained in pediatric pulmonology in Pittsburgh (1994–95), and has led telemedicine initiatives and evidence-based medicine efforts, also co-chairing the Cochrane India Network.

Dr. Joseph M. Chalil

Dr. Joseph M. Chalil, MD, MBA, FACHE, is a distinguished physician executive and innovator in healthcare, serving as U.S. Country Manager & Strategic Advisor

Dr. Joseph M. Chalil

At ICHORtech GmbH and Managing Partner at Parker Lloyd USA. With expertise spanning medical, legal, and technological domains—as commended by Union Minister Hardeep S. Puri in the foreword to his co-authored book India Beyond the Pandemic: A Sustainable Path Towards Global Quality Healthcare—Dr. Chalil advocates for equitable, accessible healthcare systems worldwide, emphasizing technology integration, repurposed innovations, and sustainable strategies to address post-pandemic challenges, particularly in underserved regions. An Adjunct Professor and Chairman of the Complex Health Systems Advisory Board at Nova Southeastern University, a U.S. Navy Medical Corps veteran, and recipient of awards such as the AAPI Presidential Award for Leadership (2023), he holds multiple patents in medical devices and has published extensively on allergy care, healthcare economics, and global policy. As an LLM candidate in Medical Law and Ethics at the University of Edinburgh, Dr. Chalil continues to drive initiatives that promote affordable primary healthcare through digital advances and collaborative partnerships, aligning closely with missions to enhance access for rural and underprivileged populations.

Major General JS Nanda

Major General JS Nanda, SM (Gallantry) is a distinguished Special Forces veteran with 37 years of exemplary service in the Indian Armed Forces, including extensive experience in strategic and special operations leadership.

Major General JS Nanda

He raised and operationalised India’s first Tri-Services Special Forces Combat Formation as General Officer Commanding, Armed Forces Special Operations Division. A decorated combat leader, he has led operations in Kargil (Drass Sector), counter-terrorism missions in Jammu & Kashmir and the North East, and Operation Cactus (Maldives), earning the Sena Medal (Gallantry). He has also served as Defence Attaché to Bangladesh, where he successfully advanced bilateral defence cooperation through multiple strategic agreements. Post-retirement, he continues to contribute to nation-building and veteran welfare as President (Punjab), Akhil Bhartiya Poorva Sainik Seva Parishad.

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Patiala

Advisory Board

Padma Bhushan Dr. K. K. Talwar

Padma Shri Dr. Digambar Behera

Padma Shri Dr. Yogesh Chawla

Padma Shri Dr. Jagat Ram

Tarun Ghulati

Naveen Verma, IAS

Dharam Pal, IAS

Dr. Meenu Singh

Dr. Joseph M. Chalil

Major General JS Nanda

Directors Profile

Dr Sunil Kumar Bansal

Dr Rohit Garg

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