Board & Committee
Collaborative, strategic, and committed to creating an environment that fosters innovation and excellence.
President
Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani
Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani is the Chairman of the Hiranandani Group of Companies and also leads Hiranandani Communities, a distinct business unit.
Dr. Hiranandani graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce Degree (Hons.) with a distinction of standing Second in Mumbai University. Adding to his professional qualification, he completed his C.A. and his Doctorate in Philosophy – “Housing Revolution in India Challenges and Prospects”.
He is known as “Builder Extraordinaire‟ and as the Man responsible for changing the skyline of Mumbai with the delivery of landmark project “Hiranandani Gardens” Powai. The Hiranandani Group pioneered the concept of developing mixed-used integrated townships model with vibrant community living its reason of existence.
The Group has diversified into Education, Healthcare, Hospitality, Infrastructure, Entertainment and Organised retail. Displaying extraordinary qualities as developer, as also a perfectionist in terms of quality, brilliance and untiring zest for excellence, the group has spread its footprints in the newer markets like Thane, Panvel, Alibaug, Khandala, Chennai, Ahmedabad and Pune to sum up the current developments. The Group has a diversified portfolio with setting up a new business unit for Data Centre (Yotta) and Logistics and Industrial Parks (Green base).
With his profound knowledge, sharp business acumen and an ambitious attitude, he has been conferred with the leadership role across various prominent business organisation and chambers by Industry pundits. Currently, he spearheads as the Chairman of National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO), which works under the aegis of Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs, Government of India; Past President of ASSOCHAM (Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry);Member – RERA Conciliation Cell formed by Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) India.
He is the President of the Hyderabad Sind National Collegiate (HSNC) Board, which oversees 15 colleges, 9 schools, and vocational skill development centers. He is also the Former Provost of HSNC University, Mumbai. As part of his charitable initiatives, he serves as a trustee for two hospitals and two temples. Additionally, he is a member of the NEP 2020 Taskforce Committee on Education.
“Sincerity and Commitment with consistent efforts is the recipe to achieve success and scale great heights,” is the quote which very aptly sums up Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani’s Magic mantra.
Trustees
Mr. Kishu Mansukhani
Mr. Anil Harish
Mr. Lal Chellaram
Dr. Maya Shahani
Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani
Mr. Lal Chellaram
Mrs. Maya Shahani
Governing Board Members
Mrs. Vandana Berjis Desai graduated in commerce and law from Government Law College, Mumbai. She worked as a corporate lawyer before becoming an editor at Jet Airways. She is a trained Montessori teacher and has diplomas in Advanced French and Travel & Tourism. ... Mrs. Vandana has done workshops in cognitive and behavioral psychology and has volunteered for NGOs like the Red Cross and IAPA. She was on the board of an orphanage run by the Rakesh Jhunjhunwala Foundation. She owns a stud farm in Pune, and her racehorses have set world records in thoroughbred racing.
Executive Committee Member
Born on the 6th of April, 1965, Mr. Vandan Agrawal is a Chartered Accountant from Mumbai. He went to Kishinchand Chellaram College for his Junior College. Mr. Vandan has worked in senior management positions in various shipping companies in India and abroad. He specializes in finance & accounts, taxation, legal, and general administration. He has been associated with Mr. Lal Chellaram’s Group since 1997 and is a director in many of the group companies. He is also a trustee in the group's charitable trusts and foundations that engage in educational and healthcare-related work. Mr. Vandan likes music, martial arts, and astrology and is involved in various altruistic activities. He is married and has two daughters.
Mr. Vandan Agrawal
Mr. Akhil Shahani heads The Shahani Group which has many colleges under them, that provides education in the field of business, media, real estate, and finance. The colleges help the students become employable by teaching them things that businesses want. He also partners with Kaizen Private Equity, which only invests in education. Mr. Akhil Shahani dedicates his time to charity work too and helps social entrepreneurs through his work with Unltd India & IDOBRO. He is also the Director of the SAGE Foundation and Trustee of The Shahani Trust, both of which help educate people. He has won many awards for his work in education and speaks at conferences.
Mr. Akhil Shahani
Dr. Mansukhani is a pediatric dentist who works at the Doctor Center in Kemps Corner, Mumbai. She has over 25 years of experience in her field, and for 12 years, she worked as a professor at M. A. Rangoonwala Dental College, Pune. She has also been an examiner for various universities including the National Dental Council (NDC), Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), and Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS). Dr. Mansukhani is also known as a motivational speaker who gives lectures on oral health care in schools and colleges across the country. Dr. Mansukhani is an avid yogi who believes in the importance of giving back to society. She has participated in Behtar India (a non-profit organization that helps underprivileged children), Habitat for Humanity, and Alert India.
Dr. Kavina Mansukhani
Secretary of the Board
Prin. Dinesh Panjwani
Mr. Dinesh Panjwani, Secretary of the HSNC Board has been the Principal and Vice-Principal of the Board’s colleges. He also holds membership in the Senate and several University of Mumbai Councils and initially used to serve as Vice Chancellor of HSNC University. Apart from his professional status, Mr. Panjwani is also a member of Kaivalyadhama, a leading Yoga Institute in India.
Member & OSD
Mrs. Padma Shah
Mrs. Padma Shah has been in association with the HSNC Board since 1973 when she was a part of K. C. College. At K. C. College, Mrs. Shah looked after the administration of the board, and at the same time, she used to help and guide the Principals of the college. Since her retirement, Mrs. Shah is fully immersed in Board’s work and continues to work to date.
Incumbency Chart
Secretary of the Board
Shri. Dinesh Panjwani
Mr. Dinesh Panjwani, Secretary of the HSNC Board has been the Principal and Vice-Principal of the Board’s colleges. He also holds membership in the Senate and several University of Mumbai Councils and initially used to serve as Vice Chancellor of HSNC University. Apart from his professional status, Mr. Panjwani is also a member of Kaivalyadhama, a leading Yoga Institute in India.
Member & OSD
Mrs. Padma Shah
Mrs. Padma Shah has been in association with the HSNC Board since 1973 when she was a part of K. C. College. At K. C. College, Mrs. Shah looked after the administration of the board, and at the same time, she used to help and guide the Principals of the college. Since her retirement, Mrs. Shah is fully immersed in Board’s work and continues to work to date.
Mr. Adhiraj Harish is a highly educated lawyer from Mumbai, India. He holds three degrees: BMS, LLB, and LLM, from the University of Mumbai. He has also completed courses from the University of California, Berkeley, and the World Intellectual Property Organization. Mr. Adhiraj has been practicing law since 2011, and his main focus is on Real Estate law. He has helped many clients to successfully complete real estate transactions. Mr. Adhiraj also practices in the areas of Wills and Succession and laws related to international investments. He has co-authored a paper on Human Rights and Environment Law violations by Companies, which he presented at the National Seminar on Corporate Justice organized by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs.
Mr. Adhiraj Harish