Sh. V. K. Shunglu

Chairman

Shri V.K. Shunglu joined the Indian Administrative Service in 1962 and went on to serve in several key capacities, including as Secretary in the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, and the Ministry of Industry and Company Affairs. In 1996, he was appointed as the Comptroller and Auditor General of India, a position he held for six years. During his tenure, he was elected to top positions in various international audit organizations and received numerous awards in recognition of his exemplary service.

Following his retirement, Shri Shunglu was entrusted with leading several significant Government projects, committees, and panels, contributing his vast expertise to policy and governance. In 2019, he was honoured with the prestigious Padma Bhushan for his distinguished contribution to the field of civil services.

Sh. Uday C. Soni

Pro Vice Chairman

Shri Uday C. Soni is a senior officer of the prestigious Indian Foreign Service (IFS), who served the nation with distinction as an Ambassador. Throughout his diplomatic career, he represented India with commitment and integrity, upholding the country’s values and interests in the international arena.

As Ambassador, Shri Soni played a pivotal role in strengthening bilateral relations with the host country, fostering cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, culture, and strategic partnerships. His work contributed to enhancing India’s global presence and deepening mutual understanding between nations. He actively engaged with political leadership, diplomatic circles, business communities, and the Indian diaspora, ensuring that India’s voice and vision were articulated effectively at global platforms.

Beyond his representational duties, Shri Soni was instrumental in facilitating economic diplomacy and people-to-people exchanges, thus building bridges that extended beyond governments to societies at large. His diplomatic acumen and ability to handle sensitive negotiations with tact and foresight reflected the highest traditions of the Indian Foreign Service.

Through his service, Shri Uday C. Soni significantly contributed to advancing India’s foreign policy objectives, strengthening international goodwill, and elevating India’s role in the comity of nations

Ms. Namita Pradhan

Vice Chairperson

Ms. Namita Pradhan began her distinguished career in 1977 as an officer of the Indian Administrative Service, serving in a wide range of leadership positions in the Government of Maharashtra as well as the Government of India, including the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Defence. Over the course of two decades in the civil service, she made significant contributions to governance, policy formulation, and public administration.

Following her tenure in the IAS, Ms. Pradhan went on to serve with the United Nations for over 15 years, where she held several senior leadership positions with the World Health Organization (WHO), Geneva. Her roles included Assistant Director-General, Partnerships, UN Reform and Country Focus; Assistant Director-General, General Management; and Adviser to the Director-General. In these capacities, she was instrumental in advancing global health governance, strengthening international partnerships, and promoting institutional reforms within the UN system.

Her outstanding professional achievements have been recognized internationally. She was awarded the Lester B. Pearson Fellowship by the International Development Research Centre, Ottawa, Canada, in acknowledgment of her contributions to international development and public health.

Ms. Pradhan’s career reflects a unique blend of administrative acumen, international expertise, and a lifelong commitment to public service and global cooperation.

Mr. Anup Soni

Executive Director

Mr. Anup Soni is the Executive Director of Delhi Public School, where he has been instrumental in establishing the institution in 2003 in collaboration with The Delhi Public School Society, New Delhi. Through his vision and dedicated efforts, he has shaped the school into a modern, world-class, state-of-the-art educational institution that blends professional excellence with a personal touch.

An alumnus of Modern School, New Delhi, Mr. Soni pursued his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (BBA) from United States International University (USIU), Mexico City Campus, an American-accredited institution affiliated with San Diego, California, USA.

In addition to his contributions to education, Mr. Soni has played a pioneering role in the healthcare sector. In 2002, he co-founded and promoted a super-speciality Cardio-Pulmonary Hospital in New Delhi. Drawing upon his expertise in the service industry, he oversaw the project from its inception to its completion, helping establish a state-of-the-art 101-bed institute, inaugurated in 2003.

His professional journey reflects entrepreneurial vision, leadership, and a deep commitment to excellence in both education and healthcare.

Mr. Amit Bansal

Executive Director

Mr. Amit Bansal is a dynamic and multi-faceted entrepreneur with over two decades of rich experience in management and enterprise building. An alumnus of Delhi Public School Mathura Road and Hans Raj College, Delhi University, he also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management from IMT, Ghaziabad.

In 2003, he played a pivotal role in setting up the school in a collaborative venture with The Delhi Public School Society, New Delhi, bringing to it his entrepreneurial vision and leadership. Under his guidance, the school has witnessed significant growth, establishing itself as a center of excellence in education.

Alongside his contribution to education, Mr. Bansal is the Founder of Theon Pharmaceuticals, a venture that reflects his deep understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, strong business acumen, and relentless ambition for growth. His professional journey is defined by being result-driven, self-motivated, and resourceful, with a proven ability to maximize organizational growth and efficiency.

Mrs. Reema Dewan

Director (Academics & Administration)

Mrs. Reema Dewan is an accomplished educator and administrator who held the dual responsibility of Principal, Delhi Public School Chandigarh and Deputy Director, Delhi Public School Mohali for over seventeen years before becoming the Director (Academics & Administration) for DPS, Chandigarh and Mohali. With nearly four decades of holistic experience, she is committed to the highest standards of academic excellence and is widely admired for her exemplary leadership, management, and organizational skills. Guided by her belief that “If children can’t learn the way we teach, we should teach the way they learn,” she has been a catalyst for innovation and child-centric learning.

Her outstanding contributions have earned her several accolades, including the coveted CBSE National Award for commendable contribution in the field of education. A passionate educationist, she has touched the lives and learning of countless students and educators.

Mrs. Dewan has held multiple leadership portfolios, including CBSE City Coordinator, Chandigarh (since 2019), Resource Person for CBSE’s Centre of Excellence (Chandigarh region), and Member, State Resource Group (U.T. Chandigarh). She was among the 18 mentor principals chosen by CBSE to lead the PRAYOG series of webinars for school leaders across the country, and she currently serves as President of Chandigarh Sahodaya Manthan. She served as a Member of the State Advisory Council on Education for two terms and has again been appointed as a member by the Chief Secretary for a period of two years

Her leadership philosophy reflects her deep commitment to growth and service: “Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself; when you become a leader, success is all about growing others.”