The Ideation
The pandemic paved the way for the new normal in the education ecosystem with students getting used to digital devices, online content and learning, enhanced world view and aspirations. At the same time, access to content mixed with advertisements, numerous distractions, multiplicity of teaching platforms, digital unpreparedness and social isolation led to challenges for both learning and parenting. The education ecosystem was caught in a dilemma on how to engage the students meaningfully in a classroom setting while preserving social skills, peer-to-peer connect and discipline, while motivating teachers in such a dynamic scenario.Parents were seeking something that may keep their children's curiosity alive and make them future-ready with quality and uninterrupted content. In aforesaid backdrop, our team of experienced, passionate and talented folks spanning Silicon Valley, UK and India has developed an integrated and stimulating educational platform called "Scholar Planet" for students, teachers, parents and schools.
Vision
To provide the next generation with quality resources, leveraging technology, to learn, grow and hone their mental skills while empowering and assisting teachers in schools, in a motivating learning environment.
Mission
To create an Integrated Platform for the Education Ecosystem, to supplement in-class learning for kids across the globe, leveraging technology and strong data analytics, to Engage, Enable, Empower and Enhance the efficiency of -
An average Student: Play, Learn and Explore by giving them a chance to learn at their own pace, without stress, and helping them to hone their strengths and work on weaknesses;
An average Teacher: Expert Teaching Assistant through seamless access & delivery of quality content by peer teachers and ease of assigning to students, with real time reports and feedback.
A Parent: Know your kid better with regular reports and give them a gentle yet informed nudge in the right direction.
A School: Performance review at a click to objectively engage students and teachers and assess the performance of both.
Gauri Kumar- The Power house
(Founder)
GK envisions and guides the affairs of our company. With more than 40 years of administrative experience in leadership positions in state and central government, she builds and nurtures our Team, carries them along and leads them through to the goals set for the team and organization.
Chaman Kumar- The Backbone
(Co-Founder)
CK brings in the skills required for running a company and managing its finances. Leveraging 38 years of administrative leadership experience in the government, including board level positions in public/private sector companies, CK brings his keen acumen to run the company efficiently to achieve its vision and objectives
Abhi N- The Visionary
(Backend Developer/ Architect)
AN is a creative and enterprising technocrat with a keen appreciation of the education Eco- system and technology application. Highly skilled at developing Application Program Interfaces (APIs) with 15+ years of experience, AN is actively involved in setting up the mission, vision, goals and objectives of the company.
Parul M- The All Rounder
(System Analyst)
Parul beautifully grasps the goals of the platform and comes up with creative and practical solutions. She plays a key role in enhancing the user experience of the application by helping and monitoring the quality team to deliver the best product to the customers. She also assists in creating and vetting content for the application.
Mohar Singh- The Technoid
(Product Lead and IOS Developer)
Mohar Singh develops application for mobile devices powered by Apple’ IOS operating system. Mohar Singh has a profound understanding of the iOS ecosystem and how it works on different Apple devices such as the iPad and iPhone and develops applications accordingly. He brings in this vast experience in developing an efficient version of our application.
Arnav N- The Champion
(End User)
At all of 10 years, Arnav is a demanding customer and guides the development of the application from end-user perspective. With experience in comparable applications, Arnav provides valuable inputs regarding features to be incorporated to enhance user satisfaction. Arnav thus brings his keen insights and aspirations to the Platform.
Prakhar Gupta – The Digital Voice
(Social Media Manager)
Prakhar drives Scholar Planet’s digital presence with creativity and strategy. He manages campaigns across social media platforms, curates engaging content, and tracks trends to maximize reach and engagement. From designing eye-catching visuals to boosting contest participation, he ensures that Scholar Planet connects meaningfully with students, teachers, and the wider community.
Eswar – The Tech Strategist
(Technical Support Manager & Consultant)
Eswar specializes in maximizing the value of Microsoft, AWS, and GCP product ecosystems, leveraging data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making. With expertise in content development and a deep understanding of cloud architectures, he ensures an optimized user experience. Passionate about AI and emerging technologies, he focuses on driving organizational growth, streamlining operations, and fostering innovation through cutting-edge cloud solutions.
Sanjana Malani - The Storyteller
(Communication Analyst)
Sanjana crafts engaging content and strategizes communication to connect with students and educators. She works on creating impactful narratives, fostering community engagement, and making learning more accessible and enjoyable. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for effective communication, she helps shape Scholar Planet’s voice and outreach.
Dev Solanki – The Link
(Engagement & QA Associate)
Dev acts as a vital link between the field team and the tech team, ensuring smooth communication and seamless execution. He supports the field team by addressing technical needs and feedback, while also overseeing quality assurance to deliver a reliable and user-friendly platform. With his sharp eye for detail and problem-solving approach, Dev helps maintain both efficiency and excellence at Scholar Planet
Nidhi Sitoke - The Analyst
(Project Associate)
Nidhi specializes in data analysis, providing valuable insights into the performance of both the website and app. She plays a key role in quality control, ensuring a seamless user experience. Additionally, she supports the UP team and acts as a bridge between the field team and the technical website team, helping streamline operations and communication.
Vikas Kumar- The Coordinator
(State Associate Project Manager Uttar Pradesh)
Vikas ensures the effective implementation of the application across the state. He organizes and coordinates training sessions to help institutional staff make the best use of the platform. Additionally, he liaises with state and district-level officials, managing report submissions and feedback collection to ensure the smooth execution of the project.
Himanshu - The Coordinator
(UP State Project Manager)
Himanshu plays a key role in ensuring the successful execution of Scholar Planet’s initiatives across Uttar Pradesh. He coordinates with state and district officials, oversees training sessions for teachers and students, and ensures smooth onboarding of schools. With a focus on project planning, field engagement, and impact assessment, he helps drive learning outcomes and engagement while supporting business development efforts.
Ashish Mishra – The Guide
(Field Coordinator – Sitapur)
Ashish is the on-ground guide for Sitapur, ensuring that students and teachers seamlessly adopt Scholar Planet. From conducting training sessions to resolving day-to-day queries, Ashish brings consistency and commitment, helping schools make the most of digital learning.
Plakshi Gupta - The Bridge
(User Engagement Lead)
Shiv Kumar – The Guide
(Field Coordinator – Varanasi & Mirzapur)
Shiv leads the way for Scholar Planet across Varanasi and Mirzapur. By coordinating with schools, training educators, and inspiring students, Shiv ensures smooth implementation of the platform. Their efforts light the path for innovation in classrooms and strengthen the impact of Scholar Planet in the region.
Our Advisors
Visionary Leader & Education Pioneer
Mr. K.J. Alphons
A retired Civil Servant, former MLA, former Union Minister, Mr. Alphons had a distinguished career in diverse fields. He is a trailblazer in the field of education with leading the town of Kottayam as the first 100% literate town of India in 1989. Mr. Alphons has also been a pioneer in the fields of health and tourism with numerous achievements in the respective fields, also getting awarded as the Best MLA of Kerala. Mr. Alphons was selected as the Best District Collector three times. A magnificent orator, he has authored the bestseller ‘Making a Difference’ and has edited the book ‘Accelerating India: 7 years of Modi Government’.
Innovative Technologist & Chief Digital Officer
Dr. Rohit Chandra
Dr. Rohit Chandra holds a bachelor’s degree from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, India, as well as a Doctorate in Computer Science from Stanford University. As Cleveland Clinic’s Chief Digital Officer, he oversees the Information Technology Division and leads digital innovation throughout Cleveland Clinic’s global health system. Dr. Chandra is credited with leveraging sophisticated algorithms to solve a range of everyday problems and tasks, as part of a technology startup in Palo Alto, CA. He has also held the position of Senior Vice President at Verizon Media where he was responsible for merging products and teams from Yahoo and AOL. Dr. Chandra was a Fellow of the TELI (Technical Executive Leadership Initiative) Program. He is the co-author of a book on parallel programming and holds numerous patents.
Passionate Educator & Science Contributor
Ms. Shivanjani Naidu
Entrepreneurial Luminary & Educational Visionary
Yogesh Andlay
Yogesh Andlay, an eminent entrepreneur and educationalist, has significantly contributed to IT, consultancy, and education. Co-founder of Nucleus Software, Grow Talent Co Ltd., School of Inspired Leadership, and InSquare, Yogesh shapes success in leading organizations. Serving on SOIL's board, he champions leadership education's unique pillars: mindfulness, ethics, compassion, diversity, and sustainability. A mentor and investor in startups, Yogesh advised the Millennium Alliance program, supporting social sector innovations. His PanIIT Alumni activities and role as Director of WHEELS Charitable Foundation amplify his impact on Scholar Planet's mission. Yogesh graduated from IIT Delhi in 1979.
Strategic Mentor & Startup Maestro
Nikhil Parmar
Nikhil Parmar, an esteemed alumnus of IIM and a seasoned strategist, brings over a decade of extensive experience in the startup ecosystem. With a proven track record of mentoring over 5000 founders, his expertise spans various business domains. Serving as an Angel Investor and Mentor, Nikhil has played a pivotal role in guiding numerous ventures to success, leveraging his strategic insights and acumen honed at IIM. His steadfast dedication to fostering innovation and nurturing entrepreneurial talent underscores his significant contributions to the startup ecosystem.
Advisor
Ritika Vohra
Ritika is a lawyer by profession and a passionate problem solver at heart. She graduated in law with majors in Political Science and Constitutional Law from the Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab in 2018 and currently practises as an advocate in New Delhi. She has previously worked with the Centre for Policy Research, New Delhi on their Right to Education Project, and also as a Legal Consultant to the Chief Information Commissioner, Central Information Commission, New Delhi. She regularly appears pro-bono for students before the Hon'ble Delhi High Court. Ritika specializes in civil and commercial disputes, and aims to bring about a positive social change through her pragmatic optimism.
Advisor
Sreekanth Sreedharan
Sreekanth Sreedharan brings over 13 years of experience in education and 10 years in technology, with a focus on AI-driven solutions for skilling and learning. At his startup NLightN, he led initiatives to bridge the skill gap among Indian youth by deploying AI tools, gaining deep insights into their transformative potential. He has an educational background that spans an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad and a B.Tech. in Computer Science. Sreekanth excels in utilizing existing AI models to create cost-effective, impactful solutions for educational institutions and organizations. His strategic approach ensures optimal resource use and maximizes benefits from AI integration
Advisor
Ratan Agarwal
Ratan Agarwal serves as President of WHEELS Global Foundation. WHEELS is a social impact organization of global IIT alumni community, with offices in USA and India. It is supporting initiatives in water, health, education, energy, livelihoods and sustainability. Additionally, Ratan is also a co-founder and managing partner of CARBON Group Global, a global sustainability solutions-holding company, creating rapid replications (‘CARBON Copies”) of proven solutions with market-based models in Education & Learning, Women’s Empowerment, Resources (Food, Energy, Water), Health, and Economic Development. Earlier Ratan has held senior leadership roles in Cisco, Telcordia, and A.T. Kearney. Ratan is part of several incubators and accelerators in New York City metro area, along with investing, advising and consulting with early-stage companies in IoT, Cloud/SaaS models, healthcare and services. Ratan holds a Master of Business Administration from The Wharton School; and a Master of Technology in Structural Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology.