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VIKRAM RAI

PRESIDENT

I have been a Bengalurean for over 27 years, before which I have grown up living in multiple locations across the country. I am an engineering graduate from BITS, Pilani and run a health-tech venture. I have previously co-founded and scaled a social-impact consulting firm before which I worked in Bengaluru’s famed technology industry for 8 years. I like to contribute to multiple civic causes and issues since my interests lying at the intersection of communities, cultures and collaboration.

PRESIDENT

VIKRAM RAI

I have been a Bengalurean for over 27 years, before which I have grown up living in multiple locations across the country. I am an engineering graduate from BITS, Pilani and run a health-tech venture. I have previously co-founded and scaled a social-impact consulting firm before which I worked in Bengaluru’s famed technology industry for 8 years. I like to contribute to multiple civic causes and issues since my interests lying at the intersection of communities, cultures and collaboration.

VISHNU GATTUPALLI

GENERAL SECRETARY

Vishnu is a vibrant and energetic individual who works in the technology industry as a product manager and is passionate about several areas such as sustainability, environment, automotive, politics, civic engagement, administrative and Leadership skills. In the past, Vishnu worked in several roles of BAF such as Vice President, cluster secretary for BAF Whitefield and performed the role of a Zonal leader for KR Puram and Whitefield. He has been instrumental in establishing good relationships with civic agencies and has driven several campaigns & initiatives. Vishnu is working with a vision to take BAF to the greater levels in terms of visibility across the spectrum, problem solving and delivering value to apartment residents.

GENERAL SECRETARY

VISHNU GATTUPALLI

Vishnu is a vibrant and energetic individual who works in the technology industry as a product manager and is passionate about several areas such as sustainability, environment, automotive, politics, civic engagement, administrative and Leadership skills. In the past, Vishnu worked in several roles of BAF such as Vice President, cluster secretary for BAF Whitefield and performed the role of a Zonal leader for KR Puram and Whitefield. He has been instrumental in establishing good relationships with civic agencies and has driven several campaigns & initiatives. Vishnu is working with a vision to take BAF to the greater levels in terms of visibility across the spectrum, problem solving and delivering value to apartment residents.

SUNDARAJAN V

TREASURER

I am a Finance Professional and have been actively interested and involved in Apartment Management over the past several years. Have Been President of Jayanagar Cluster during 2018-2021 and then Governing Council / Treasurer over the last two years. Actively involved in addressing issues relating to GST and Income tax for RWAs in the last two years and have made representations on behalf of BAF for increasing the exemption limit on GST. In addition also managing the treasury function of BAF.

TREASURER

SUNDARAJAN V

I am a Finance Professional and have been actively interested and involved in Apartment Management over the past several years. Have Been President of Jayanagar Cluster during 2018-2021 and then Governing Council / Treasurer over the last two years. Actively involved in addressing issues relating to GST and Income tax for RWAs in the last two years and have made representations on behalf of BAF for increasing the exemption limit on GST. In addition also managing the treasury function of BAF.

SATISH MALLYA

VICE PRESIDENT

A professional with 3 decades of varied experience in the industrial sector with multinational companies, An entrepreneur for last one decade in weighing & measurement automation sector. I stepped forward to do public work pro-bono during the time of pandemic for BBMP Covid-19 relief activities, has volunteered for NHWC initiative during lockdown. I have Organized Free Covid testing camps, vaccination drive, for communities in BBMP Yelahanka Zone, Bangalore

VICE PRESIDENT

SATISH MALLYA

A professional with 3 decades of varied experience in the industrial sector with multinational companies, An entrepreneur for last one decade in weighing & measurement automation sector. I stepped forward to do public work pro-bono during the time of pandemic for BBMP Covid-19 relief activities, has volunteered for NHWC initiative during lockdown. I have Organized Free Covid testing camps, vaccination drive, for communities in BBMP Yelahanka Zone, Bangalore

JAMIR NADAF

JOINT SECRETARY

Served as BAF JP Nagar Secretary, Zonal leader and then currently serving as Joint Secretary until this term ends and hope to continue in same role. Have taken up multiple initiatives like Fire Saftey Workshop for Estate Managers, BAF Senior Citizens Group and have arranged multiple in person session for Senior Citizens.

JOINT SECRETARY

JAMIR NADAF

Served as BAF JP Nagar Secretary, Zonal leader and then currently serving as Joint Secretary until this term ends and hope to continue in same role. Have taken up multiple initiatives like Fire Saftey Workshop for Estate Managers, BAF Senior Citizens Group and have arranged multiple in person session for Senior Citizens.

UMA MANI

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

I was an MC member for 3 years in my Apt, holding positions of Treasurer and Secretary during covid years. I successfully managed major projects such as painting and civil works, and pipe replacements during my term, in addition to starting off license renewal process. I worked at Citizens Advice in UK, as a generalist advisor, advising on legal matters and debt. I then went on to work for a Bank. Additionally, I have taught students across all age groups - in formal and informal settings.

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

UMA MANI

I was an MC member for 3 years in my Apt, holding positions of Treasurer and Secretary during covid years. I successfully managed major projects such as painting and civil works, and pipe replacements during my term, in addition to starting off license renewal process. I worked at Citizens Advice in UK, as a generalist advisor, advising on legal matters and debt. I then went on to work for a Bank. Additionally, I have taught students across all age groups - in formal and informal settings.

DHEERAJ GUPTA

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

I have been engaged with BAF since 2017 & served various roles & responsibilities, be it cluster leadership, Zonal leader as Governing Council, track specific responsibilities. Year 2017 - 2018 : Contributed as Whitefield CCSecretary, cluster grew & bifurcation into 2 clusters. Nurtured Leadership. Year 2018- 2020 : Governing Council member, Zonal leader of Whitefield, Bellandur & HSR Layout clusters. Lead the Zonal leader cadare. Year 2020 - 2023 : Governing Council member.Jt. Secretary

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

DHEERAJ GUPTA

I have been engaged with BAF since 2017 & served various roles & responsibilities, be it cluster leadership, Zonal leader as Governing Council, track specific responsibilities. Year 2017 - 2018 : Contributed as Whitefield CCSecretary, cluster grew & bifurcation into 2 clusters. Nurtured Leadership. Year 2018- 2020 : Governing Council member, Zonal leader of Whitefield, Bellandur & HSR Layout clusters. Lead the Zonal leader cadare. Year 2020 - 2023 : Governing Council member.Jt. Secretary

KIRAN HEBBAR

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

I am one of the Directors of Rakidev Accutech Pvt Ltd., which is into Imports and Exports of Industrial belts. Joy of giving back to civic community has always been my passion and I have completed B.Clip,program, an intensive civic leadership course. I have represented different RWAs contributing to the general welfare of the populace.

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

KIRAN HEBBAR

I am one of the Directors of Rakidev Accutech Pvt Ltd., which is into Imports and Exports of Industrial belts. Joy of giving back to civic community has always been my passion and I have completed B.Clip,program, an intensive civic leadership course. I have represented different RWAs contributing to the general welfare of the populace.

UPENDER SINGH

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

I am a seasoned tech professional backed by 22 years of IT industry experience. I have been associated with BAF as Governing Council member and joint secretary for the term 2021-2023, during which i have contributed towards enhancing member engagement and technology for BAF. I am a key team member in introducing BAF connect app and transforming the BAF technology landscape.

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

UPENDER SINGH

I am a seasoned tech professional backed by 22 years of IT industry experience. I have been associated with BAF as Governing Council member and joint secretary for the term 2021-2023, during which i have contributed towards enhancing member engagement and technology for BAF. I am a key team member in introducing BAF connect app and transforming the BAF technology landscape.

MOHAN KUMAR

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

An Engineer by training and an entrepreneur by choice, I have worked with both Government & private institutions in the past. A detailed dossier is available here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bmohankumar

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

MOHAN KUMAR

An Engineer by training and an entrepreneur by choice, I have worked with both Government & private institutions in the past. A detailed dossier is available here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bmohankumar

CHANDRASHEKHAR KRISHNAPPA

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

I am an Electrical Engineer. Now retired. Worked in Madhya Pradesh Electricity Board and Private Sector. Professional life 34 years. Have 2 daughters and 2 grandchildren. Settled in Bangalore.

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

CHANDRASHEKHAR KRISHNAPPA

I am an Electrical Engineer. Now retired. Worked in Madhya Pradesh Electricity Board and Private Sector. Professional life 34 years. Have 2 daughters and 2 grandchildren. Settled in Bangalore.

VINAY T

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

Born and Brought up in Magadi Town, studied and qualified CA, practicing since 2002 also a Law Graduate. Married to Sirisha, we have 2 sons and living Parkwest apartments, in Bangalore. Was served as member, treasurer, secretary and the president of Parkwest. Associated with BAF and was Malleshwaram cluster president for 21-23. Present, Treasure of National Real Estate Development Council, (Naredco) Karnataka Proud member and speaker of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

VINAY T

Born and Brought up in Magadi Town, studied and qualified CA, practicing since 2002 also a Law Graduate. Married to Sirisha, we have 2 sons and living Parkwest apartments, in Bangalore. Was served as member, treasurer, secretary and the president of Parkwest. Associated with BAF and was Malleshwaram cluster president for 21-23. Present, Treasure of National Real Estate Development Council, (Naredco) Karnataka Proud member and speaker of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)

PRADEEP PAI

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

Pradeep Pai has seen Bengaluru from the 70s. After working for multinational companies for several years, he has in the last two decades spent time in Technology in education space and is currently engaged in running a school. He is happily married with two sons. Over the years he feels there is a need to take Bengaluru back to its green city status while allowing it to grow and assimilate all people who want to make it their home

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

PRADEEP PAI

Pradeep Pai has seen Bengaluru from the 70s. After working for multinational companies for several years, he has in the last two decades spent time in Technology in education space and is currently engaged in running a school. He is happily married with two sons. Over the years he feels there is a need to take Bengaluru back to its green city status while allowing it to grow and assimilate all people who want to make it their home

AJAY MEHROTRA

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

I have over 25 plus years of experience working in the Knowledge Management and Publishing industry with leading Publishers globally. Currently am having my own company dealing with the above. Love to travel / meet people and learn about the new advances in technology.

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

AJAY MEHROTRA

I have over 25 plus years of experience working in the Knowledge Management and Publishing industry with leading Publishers globally. Currently am having my own company dealing with the above. Love to travel / meet people and learn about the new advances in technology.

SRIVIDHYAA MURALI

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

An engineer by education, was an IT professional for a short while. Been in diverse volunteering roles ever since including a Girl Scout Troop leader, Vice Principal of Tamil school outside India, currently an SWM volunteer in the apartment community and a BAF cluster leader since last 6 years. A regular Yoga practitioner and a Korean Drama fan.

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

SRIVIDHYAA MURALI

An engineer by education, was an IT professional for a short while. Been in diverse volunteering roles ever since including a Girl Scout Troop leader, Vice Principal of Tamil school outside India, currently an SWM volunteer in the apartment community and a BAF cluster leader since last 6 years. A regular Yoga practitioner and a Korean Drama fan.

ARUN KUMAR

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

Arun is a Gold Medalist from XLRI, a leading Management Institution in India. He has held CXO leadership positions in leading Multi-National Corporations.Arun held the Secretary position at Mantri Greens Apartments for 2 successive terms.Arun is a Co-Founder of Bangalore Apartments' Federation.

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

ARUN KUMAR

Arun is a Gold Medalist from XLRI, a leading Management Institution in India. He has held CXO leadership positions in leading Multi-National Corporations.Arun held the Secretary position at Mantri Greens Apartments for 2 successive terms.Arun is a Co-Founder of Bangalore Apartments' Federation.

HEMANT PAI

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

I am a practicing Chartered Accountant specializing in direct tax litigation.My prior professional experience includes stints at Big4 Firms, namely Deloitte and PriceWaterhouseCoopers. These experiences have afforded me a well-rounded perspective in financial and regulatory management.In addition, I have a substantial background in the administration of apartment associations having served as the first Secretary of the Century Saras Apartment Owners Association and Treasurer thereafter.

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

HEMANT PAI

I am a practicing Chartered Accountant specializing in direct tax litigation.My prior professional experience includes stints at Big4 Firms, namely Deloitte and PriceWaterhouseCoopers. These experiences have afforded me a well-rounded perspective in financial and regulatory management.In addition, I have a substantial background in the administration of apartment associations having served as the first Secretary of the Century Saras Apartment Owners Association and Treasurer thereafter.

PROF S LAXMAN

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

Marketing Manager in a pharmaceutical MNCs First generation Entrepreneur Marketing consultant for Pharma/Surgical companies Executive Director of Integrated Institute of Career of Development Guest Faculty for BITS Pilani for their Work integrated programs Above are roles that I have performed over my 50-year corporate career. Now in the second innings of my life, have decided to invest on community development over the last 10 years and see BAF as a powerful avenue to create positive change.

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

PROF S LAXMAN

Marketing Manager in a pharmaceutical MNCs First generation Entrepreneur Marketing consultant for Pharma/Surgical companies Executive Director of Integrated Institute of Career of Development Guest Faculty for BITS Pilani for their Work integrated programs Above are roles that I have performed over my 50-year corporate career. Now in the second innings of my life, have decided to invest on community development over the last 10 years and see BAF as a powerful avenue to create positive change.

VALLI SRINIVASAN

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

I am a retired special educator, settled in Blore after retirement with a passion for social wk Member of Kasa Mukta Bellandur, a grp helping to manage ward waste, CPP member for Bellandur ward in managing solid waste mgnt grp. I am also Member of local grp KDF Regular ward committee meeting attendee, Interacting with BBMP for civil work in ward. I have been cluster secretary for Bellandur Gate for the last term.

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

VALLI SRINIVASAN

I am a retired special educator, settled in Blore after retirement with a passion for social wk Member of Kasa Mukta Bellandur, a grp helping to manage ward waste, CPP member for Bellandur ward in managing solid waste mgnt grp. I am also Member of local grp KDF Regular ward committee meeting attendee, Interacting with BBMP for civil work in ward. I have been cluster secretary for Bellandur Gate for the last term.

PAVAN BHARADWAJ

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

I am self employed Name of my firm is ESTEEM ENTERPRISES offering Solutions in Power ,Solar , Water ,Home Automation from more than 2 decades I represent BCP Traffic Warden Organization( TWO) in the rank of Assistant Chef Traffic Warden & Currently Zonal Incharge of Whitefield Zone ,I am also part of the Education team of TWO. I am a Member of BNI ( Business Network International),, Was founder President of SMR VINAY GALAXY Hoodi Circle, the second time was during the Covid Pandemic .

GOVERNING COUNCIL MEMBER

PAVAN BHARADWAJ

I am self employed Name of my firm is ESTEEM ENTERPRISES offering Solutions in Power ,Solar , Water ,Home Automation from more than 2 decades I represent BCP Traffic Warden Organization( TWO) in the rank of Assistant Chef Traffic Warden & Currently Zonal Incharge of Whitefield Zone ,I am also part of the Education team of TWO. I am a Member of BNI ( Business Network International),, Was founder President of SMR VINAY GALAXY Hoodi Circle, the second time was during the Covid Pandemic .