A DSIR-Recognised Research Institute
Prayoga works at the intersection of education practice and policy - generating evidence that shapes how children are taught across India
To bring about a transformation in society by enhancing the utility and quality of learning through research
Our aim is sustained, grassroots-level transformation in education.
A world where every individual has opportunity to live better.
Prayoga's work begins with a question most education systems avoid: are the fundamental assumptions of how we teach children correct? Each programme pursues that question through long-term study, careful design, and methods borrowed from science applied directly to the classroom. The work is built for India. Every programme is conceived with India's diversity in mind, tested in real schools before it is taken to scale, and designed to produce findings that the wider education system can use. Over time, the aim is to build India's own benchmarks for educational quality standards that reflect its schools, its languages, and its circumstances.
CSR Partners
Advisory Board
Padma Vibhushan Dr M. N. Venkatachalaiah
Former Chief Justice of India
Chairperson, Advisory Board
Padma Bhushan Prof. P. Balaram
Former Director, IISc R. Bruce Merrifield Awardee
Dr. P. R. Krishnaswamy
Former Chief of Pathology, Jaslok Hospital; Visiting Professor, Cornell University; Special invitee - Nobel Committee for Physiology and Medicine, 1985 International Cancer Union Fellow
Padma Shri Dr. A. S. Kiran Kumar
Former Chairman, ISRO Chairman, PRL Management Council Recipient of Chevalier of the Légion d’Honneur
Prof. T. N. Guru Row
Professor Emeritus IISc Renowned Crystallographer Prof Y.T. Thathachari Prestigious Research Awardee
Prof. Y. Narahari
Hon. Professor, Department of Computer Science and Automation, IISc; Recipient of Sir M Visvesvaraya Life Time Achievement Award for Senior Scientists/Engineers
Dr. S. N. Omkar
Chief Research Scientist, IISc Honorary Professor, Vedic Wellness University
Prof. Nagasuma Chandra
Professor, Biochemistry, IISc Recipient of National Bioscience Award for Career Development
Ethics Committee
Dr. Uma V. Manjappara
Principal Scientist, CFTRI.
Justice Krishna Bhat
Chairman - Ethics Committee, Prayoga
Dr. Venkatappa Krishna Murthy
Professor of Chemistry, Dayananda Sagar University
Dr. H. S. Ganesh Bhatta
Educational Consultant, MES Institutions
Prof. H. S. Jayanthi
Core Committee Member, NAAC Accreditation
Dr. K. S. Nagabhushana
Director - Research
Sri. N. Vidyashankar
Head - Social Innovations and Partnerships
Trustees
Dr. H. S. Nagaraja
Chairman Founder and Chief Mentor, Prayoga
Vallish Herur
Executive Chairman, Prayoga
B. R. Nagaraj
Trustee
Praveen Subramanyam
Trustee
Ashwini Herur
Trustee
Prof. H. S. Jayanthi
Core Committee Member, NAAC Accreditation
Mr. Balakrishna Adiga
Trustee
Leadership
Our leadership is committed to pioneering advancements in experiential science education, combining expertise, vision, and a deep dedication to transforming learning experiences for students across India.
Dr. H. S. Nagaraja
Founder and Chief Mentor
A distinguished educationist, forever-committed teacher, philanthropist, board member of several organisations and a responsible social citizen, Dr. Nagaraja's journey is a remarkable story of a self-made man, his indomitable will and enterprise to build organisations that deliver enduring value and institutions that serve society at all levels.
Vallish Herur
Executive Chairman
Vallish Herur is a visionary education leader dedicated to reimagining India's education landscape. With expertise spanning across computing, education, and policy, he contributed to the National Curriculum Framework as a Senior Consultant in its Technical Secretariat, supporting the implementation of NEP 2020. As Director of BASE Educational Services, he has led the organisation's growth and strengthened its impact on learners and educators across the country.
Dr. K. S.Nagabhushana
Director – Research
Dr. K. S. Nagabhushana is an accomplished scientist with over 27 years of experience and a proven track record in Natural Products Chemistry, Organic Synthesis, Organometallic Chemistry, Biotechnology, Nanomaterials, Food Chemistry, and Catalysis. He is recognised for advancing interdisciplinary research and building bridges between scientific disciplines to address complex challenges.
N. Vidyashankar
Head - Social Innovation & Partnership
Vidya Shankar is an industry professional with more than 30 years of experience across Manufacturing, Machine Tools, B2B/ B2C software, Medical Devices, and Healthcare IT. He has served in various capacities working for both Indian and multinational companies.
Kushala Satyanarayana
Head - Communications & Branding
Kushala has over 24 years of professional experience in mainstream media, she brings extensive expertise in communication strategy, media relations, and content development. Passionate about storytelling and impactful outreach, she plays a key role in strengthening Prayoga’s communication initiatives.
B. R. Ravi
Head - Administration and Facilities
B.R. Ravi has over 35 years of experience in Administration and Facilities, working for multinational companies like Glaxo India Ltd, General Electric, and iGATE Global Solutions Ltd. He managed operations in India, Australia, and Mexico at iGATE, overseeing infrastructure development and transportation for thousands of employees.
