NAC 2026

IPN National Advisory Council

Meet with Our Advisory Council

Dr. Sudha Acharya

Dr. Sudha Acharya is working as Principal, ITL Public School - an institution with firm belief in inclusive education. She has more than 30 years of progressive experience and accomplishments in the field of education. Member of the National Working Committee, 'Manodarpan' constituted by Ministry of HRD, to provide Psycho-Social support for mental health & well-being of School & University students, teachers & parents, Head, National Committee on Inclusive Education (constituted by CBSE) & Chairperson, National Progressive School Conference (NPSC)

Dr. Sudha Acharya

Principal, ITL Public School, New Delhi
Ms. Keran Bahadur

Mrs. Keran Bahadur is a visionary education leader with over 35 years of distinguished experience in teaching, school administration, and public service. She is the Founder Principal of Colonel’s Academy Mhow, which she built into one of the most respected K–12 institutions in the region. Under her leadership, the school, in the last 30 years, has earned a reputation for academic excellence, holistic growth, and a deep commitment to community service.

Ms. Keran Bahadur

Chairperson, Colonel's Academy, Mhow (Madhya Pradesh)
Ms. Hilda Peacock

Mrs. Hilda Peacock began her teaching career as Senior English Teacher and Students' Welfare Officer in Bishop Cotton Boys School, Bangalore in 1976. A former Principal of La Martiniere for Girls', Kolkata, former Director at GEMS Akademia International School. Apart from a close association with schools, Mrs. Peacock has worked with the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations, Delhi and has been a resource person conducting workshops and training programmes across the country particularly in English. Mrs. Peacock has received several outstanding awards: The National Award for Teachers from H.E The President of India, The Mother Teresa Millennium Award, the Telegraph Award for Noted Academician, and the Outstanding Teacher Award from the University of Pennsylvania

Ms. Hilda Peacock

Distinguished Educationist
Ms. Karuna Yadav

Ms. Karuna Yadav, is a passionate educationist with over 30 years of experience in school education, deeply committed to strengthening the foundations of learning and its impact on our immediate society. Her work extends beyond classrooms and schools into community building, with active advocacy for social welfare, gender parity, women's empowerment, inclusion, and youth employment. Currently serving as the Director of Sandford High School, Jaipur, continuing the mission of using education as a catalyst for making a lasting social change

Ms. Karuna Yadav

Director, Sandford High School, Jaipur
Mr. M D. Zargar

Mr. M.D.Zargar has done Post Graduation in English and B.Ed from Kashmir University. He is Diploma holder in Education Planning & Administration from National University of Educational Planning & Administration New Delhi. He has teaching experience of 35 years and has worked as teacher trainer and language instructor also worked as Research officer. He has worked as Principal. He was Director Academics in State Board of School Education.

Mr. M D. Zargar

Distinguished Educationist, Green Valley Educational Institute, Srinagar Kashmir
Ms. Chitrakala Ramachandran

Mrs. Chitrakala Ramachandran is a seasoned education professional with over 37 years of expertise in school administration, teaching, and leadership, recognized for her exceptional skills in curriculum design, teacher training, and operational management. A recipient of the prestigious C.V. Raman Education Award for Leadership (2021), she has spearheaded transformative initiatives, including conducting 30+ CBSE inspections, revamping the CBSE syllabus, developing NEP-2020-compliant curricula, and hosting regional science exhibitions. Her innovative approach has introduced STEM/STEAM activities, ATAL Labs, and interdisciplinary clubs, fostering experiential and competency-based learning. Having led prestigious institutions like Chennai Public School, Shining Star International School in Abu Dhabi, and renowned schools in Bangalore, she is a respected mentor and thought leader.

Ms. Chitrakala Ramachandran

Senior Principal, Casagrand International Schools, Chennai
Ms. Sharmila Singh

Founder Principal, Pioneer Montessori Inter College, Eldeco-1 Branch (CBSE Board Branch). Member of management committee also. Worked as city coordinator of Lucknow of National children's Science congress, a program of DST, Govt. of India for 14 years. State Co-ordinator of Awadh Prant (13 district of Eastern U.P.) of the Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan for two years (2023 to 2025). Presently having the position of Zonal Co-ordinator of East U.P. (39 districts of U.P.) of the Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan.

Ms. Sharmila Singh

Principal, Pioneer Montessori Inter College Eldeco Branch, Lucknow
Dr. Hema Abhiroop

Dr. Hema is the founder principal of Amicus International School, Vadodara with a demonstrated history of working in the education management industry. Skilled in Research, Staff Development, Educational Leadership, Classroom Management, and Teaching. Strong education professional with a Doctor of Philosophy - PhD., CCE Master Trainer certificate from Centre of Excellence, CBSE, Pune

Dr. Hema Abhiroop

Principal, Amicus International School, Vadodara
Ms. Michelle Gardner

Ms. Michelle Gardner is the respected Principal of St. Jude's School in Dehradun, India, known for her visionary leadership, community focus, and dedication to holistic student development, often recognized for blending tradition with modern education and inspiring students through various school activities like sports, drama, and academics, and has received accolades as an impactful school leader. A recognized and awarded leader, featured in publications like Academic Insights Magazine as one of India's prominent K-12 principals.

Ms. Michelle Gardner

Principal, St. Jude's School, Dehradun
Dr. John Harrison

Dr. John Harrison is an educator par excellence, an alumnus of the prestigious St. Stephen's College, Delhi University, who in his 31+ years illustrious career has served in Director level positions in several Top International CBSE & IB schools in India. Presently he is serving with the D N Group (largest conglomerate in Bhubaneswar, Odisha) heading their education vertical and stand alone school as CEO-Principal. He has set up four K-12 schools in Delhi and Haryana, 6 play schools, few institutions of higher education and over 100 literacy centres in the villages of Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. He is also a former Mr. India Finalist. He has represented Delhi in cricket.

Dr. John Harrison

CEO - Principal, The D N Wisdom Tree Global School, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

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