Maharashtra & North Educators’ Summit & Awards 2025: Key Highlights & Winners
Under the golden hues of a Mumbai morning, the stately halls of The Lalit Hotel radiated with purpose and anticipation. On September 12th, 2025, EducationToday proudly hosted the Maharashtra & North Educators’ Summit & Awards — a landmark event that brought together visionary principals, distinguished educators, influential thought leaders, and key policy-makers. This prestigious summit served as a powerful tribute to innovation, impact, and the dynamic evolution of India’s educational landscape.
The event was made possible through the generous support of our esteemed sponsors, whose commitment to advancing education is both commendable and inspiring. These included International Baccalaureate, LiveLife Education, Academica, Arko, AddressHealth, Designer School Furniture, Entab Infotech, UniPro, E-store by Senrysa Technologies Limited, EDHR Recruitments, OpenDoor, Knowledge Plus, My School Admission, and Education News Network.
It was a day to honour excellence and ignite fresh conversations around Indian Education reform and progress.
Illuminating Beginnings
The Maharashtra Educators Summit 2025 commenced with a symbolic lamp-lighting ceremony—an ode to knowledge, growth, and transformation.
The ceremonial lighting was led by eminent leaders, including Mr. Anil Sharma, Managing Director of EducationToday; Ms. Vibha Raj, CEO of EducationToday; Dr. Kannan Gireesh, Founder-CEO of LiveLife Education; Mr. Shashikant Vishwakarma from the International Baccalaureate; Dr. Vanchana Shah of AddressHealth; Mr. Suren Ramasubbu of Academica International Studies; Mr. Rohit Mittal, Founder & Director of UniPro; and Mr. Joydeep Chakraborthy from Senrysa Technologies.
More than a tradition, the moment served as a powerful reminder that education must be ignited by vision, collaboration, and unwavering purpose, whether through curriculum, school culture, or leadership. This mission stands at the heart of the EducationToday event experience.
Panel 2 delved into the critical topic of “Financial Sustainability in Private Schools: Balancing Quality and Affordability”. The discussion, moderated by Dr. Sangeeta Bhatia of KIIT World School, Delhi, brought together key stakeholders including Dr. Manju Surendran (Fravashi International Academy), Dr. Trupati Agarwal (Vishwakarma Group), Ms. Rohini Aima (Jammu Sanskriti School), and Ms. Aparna Magee (Delhi Public School Sushant Lok), each offering valuable perspectives on managing education in today’s economic landscape.
Ms. Snehal Malani, Founder & CEO of X&Y School Furniture, emphasized the transformative impact of innovative learning environments and well-designed school furniture in boosting student engagement and creating more dynamic classroom experiences. Mr. Gourav Banerjee, Senior Zonal Manager at Senrysa Technologies Limited, shared cutting-edge solutions leveraging technology to streamline educational ecosystems.
Dr. Vanchana Shah, Director of Growth at AddressHealth, passionately discussed integrating health and well-being into school education.
Mr. Shashikant Vishwakarma, Development Associate Manager, India at the International Baccalaureate, highlighted the importance of globally benchmarked learning frameworks.
Mr. Suren Ramasubbu, Director at Academica International Studies, brought valuable perspectives on international education and global citizenship.
Dr. Kannan Gireesh, Founder-CEO of LiveLife Education Pvt. Ltd., inspired the audience with his mission to build emotionally resilient and future-ready students.
Mr. Aneesh Bangia, Co-founder of Open Door, challenged traditional assessment methods with his unique approach to curiosity-driven learning.
Mr. Rohit Mittal, Founder & Director of UniPro, showcased innovative approaches to school uniform design that elevate both brand identity and students’ overall appearance and confidence.
Mr. Arvind Kothari, Founder of Arko Global, shared strategic insights on future-proofing education by integrating global best practices in designing cutting-edge classroom interiors.
Together, these changemakers sparked meaningful conversations and left attendees motivated to rethink and reimagine the future of learning. Their contributions greatly reflect the essence of the Education Summit 2025 in Mumbai.
This is a luminous nod in particular to Dr. Revathi Srinivasan and Dr. Perin S. Bagli, both of whom were awarded Lifetime Achievement Awards. Their decades of service, leadership, and innovation have left indelible marks—be it in school culture, pedagogical reform, or building institutions that outlast individuals.
Other distinctions—Education Titans, Dynamic Duo, Most Influential Educators, among others—were given across categories: CBSE schools awards, ICSE schools awards, State School Awards, International School Awards, Boarding School Awards, and City‑wise School Awards. It wasn’t just about top schools but about what schools do, how they innovate, uplift students, balance tradition and change, ambition and compassion.
In North India, schools weren’t far behind in distinction: KIIT World School, Bal Bhavan, Little Flower, Scottish High, Satluj Public School, Tagore Public School, Birla School, Pinegrove, Ivy World, Jammu Sanskriti School—all part of an ecosystem of high ambition. These recognitions were a defining moment of the Indian educators awards circuit.
What strikes you when you look across this list is diversity: different boards, different geographies, different student profiles—and yet a shared insistence on quality, innovation, and impact.
To every principal who strives to reimagine schooling; to every teacher who stays beyond class hours; to every parent whose hopes are anchored in quality and integrity: the journey continues. The discourse is richer now; the network of aspiration broader; the stakes higher—and the promise more urgent.
May the flame lit in that lamp‑lighting ceremony continue to guide classrooms, corridors, and communities—not just in Maharashtra and the North, but across India. Because education, at its best, is never static. It evolves, it kindles hope, and through it, we build the future.
The event was made possible through the generous support of our esteemed sponsors, whose commitment to advancing education is both commendable and inspiring. These included International Baccalaureate, LiveLife Education, Academica, Arko, AddressHealth, Designer School Furniture, Entab Infotech, UniPro, E-store by Senrysa Technologies Limited, EDHR Recruitments, OpenDoor, Knowledge Plus, My School Admission, and Education News Network.
It was a day to honour excellence and ignite fresh conversations around Indian Education reform and progress.
Illuminating Beginnings
The Maharashtra Educators Summit 2025 commenced with a symbolic lamp-lighting ceremony—an ode to knowledge, growth, and transformation.
The ceremonial lighting was led by eminent leaders, including Mr. Anil Sharma, Managing Director of EducationToday; Ms. Vibha Raj, CEO of EducationToday; Dr. Kannan Gireesh, Founder-CEO of LiveLife Education; Mr. Shashikant Vishwakarma from the International Baccalaureate; Dr. Vanchana Shah of AddressHealth; Mr. Suren Ramasubbu of Academica International Studies; Mr. Rohit Mittal, Founder & Director of UniPro; and Mr. Joydeep Chakraborthy from Senrysa Technologies.
More than a tradition, the moment served as a powerful reminder that education must be ignited by vision, collaboration, and unwavering purpose, whether through curriculum, school culture, or leadership. This mission stands at the heart of the EducationToday event experience.
Panels Spotlight Curriculum Reform & School Sustainability
The event witnessed some of the most thought-provoking panel discussions, bringing together visionary school leaders from the education sector. Panel 1, themed “From Classrooms to Careers: Rethinking Curriculum for Real-World Readiness”, sparked engaging dialogue on transforming traditional learning models. The session was moderated by Ms. Meeta Sharma, Head of School at Sanjay Ghodawat International School, Pune, and featured eminent voices including Mrs. Debika Chatterjee (JBCN, Borivali), Mrs. Kalyani Patnaik (Hiranandani Foundation School & HFS International, Powai), Dr. Revathi Srinivasan (Smt. Sulochanadevi Singhania School), Dr. Vandana Lulla (Podar International School, Mumbai), Ms. Jyothi Malhotra (The Somaiya, Mumbai), Ms. Anita Sharma (Utpal Shanghvi Global School), and Dr. Amrita Vohra (Elpro International School).Panel 2 delved into the critical topic of “Financial Sustainability in Private Schools: Balancing Quality and Affordability”. The discussion, moderated by Dr. Sangeeta Bhatia of KIIT World School, Delhi, brought together key stakeholders including Dr. Manju Surendran (Fravashi International Academy), Dr. Trupati Agarwal (Vishwakarma Group), Ms. Rohini Aima (Jammu Sanskriti School), and Ms. Aparna Magee (Delhi Public School Sushant Lok), each offering valuable perspectives on managing education in today’s economic landscape.
Innovation Meets Inspiration: Edupreneurs Lead the Way
The summit stage was set ablaze with education innovation and inspiration as some of the country’s top edupreneurs shared groundbreaking ideas and transformative insights. These visionary leaders captivated the audience with their forward-thinking approaches and deep commitment to reshaping education for a rapidly evolving world.Ms. Snehal Malani, Founder & CEO of X&Y School Furniture, emphasized the transformative impact of innovative learning environments and well-designed school furniture in boosting student engagement and creating more dynamic classroom experiences. Mr. Gourav Banerjee, Senior Zonal Manager at Senrysa Technologies Limited, shared cutting-edge solutions leveraging technology to streamline educational ecosystems.
Dr. Vanchana Shah, Director of Growth at AddressHealth, passionately discussed integrating health and well-being into school education.
Mr. Shashikant Vishwakarma, Development Associate Manager, India at the International Baccalaureate, highlighted the importance of globally benchmarked learning frameworks.
Mr. Suren Ramasubbu, Director at Academica International Studies, brought valuable perspectives on international education and global citizenship.
Dr. Kannan Gireesh, Founder-CEO of LiveLife Education Pvt. Ltd., inspired the audience with his mission to build emotionally resilient and future-ready students.
Mr. Aneesh Bangia, Co-founder of Open Door, challenged traditional assessment methods with his unique approach to curiosity-driven learning.
Mr. Rohit Mittal, Founder & Director of UniPro, showcased innovative approaches to school uniform design that elevate both brand identity and students’ overall appearance and confidence.
Mr. Arvind Kothari, Founder of Arko Global, shared strategic insights on future-proofing education by integrating global best practices in designing cutting-edge classroom interiors.
Together, these changemakers sparked meaningful conversations and left attendees motivated to rethink and reimagine the future of learning. Their contributions greatly reflect the essence of the Education Summit 2025 in Mumbai.
Applauding Excellence: The Awards
No summit on educational reform is complete without recognizing the exemplary. Thus, the Maharashtra and North Educators Awards 2025 were created—honoring those who do not simply teach but transform.This is a luminous nod in particular to Dr. Revathi Srinivasan and Dr. Perin S. Bagli, both of whom were awarded Lifetime Achievement Awards. Their decades of service, leadership, and innovation have left indelible marks—be it in school culture, pedagogical reform, or building institutions that outlast individuals.
Other distinctions—Education Titans, Dynamic Duo, Most Influential Educators, among others—were given across categories: CBSE schools awards, ICSE schools awards, State School Awards, International School Awards, Boarding School Awards, and City‑wise School Awards. It wasn’t just about top schools but about what schools do, how they innovate, uplift students, balance tradition and change, ambition and compassion.
Schools That Inspire: Spotlighting Leaders Across Regions
One of the summit's highlights was the celebration of schools whose names now belong in conversations about education excellence 2025. From Maharashtra, institutions such as R.N. Podar School, Smt. Sulochanadevi Singhania School, Cathedral & John Connon, N.L. Dalmia, Dhirubhai Ambani International School, NES International School, Fravashi International Academy, Sanjay Ghodawat International School, Campion School, and others showed what it means to aspire.In North India, schools weren’t far behind in distinction: KIIT World School, Bal Bhavan, Little Flower, Scottish High, Satluj Public School, Tagore Public School, Birla School, Pinegrove, Ivy World, Jammu Sanskriti School—all part of an ecosystem of high ambition. These recognitions were a defining moment of the Indian educators awards circuit.
What strikes you when you look across this list is diversity: different boards, different geographies, different student profiles—and yet a shared insistence on quality, innovation, and impact.
In Conclusion: More Than an Event
The Maharashtra & North Educators’ Summit & Awards 2025 was not just an awards show—it was a mirror and a roadmap. It showed us where we are: committed school leaders working under constraints but dreaming big. And it pointed to where we need to go: toward education that is relevant, equitable, sustainable, and deeply human.To every principal who strives to reimagine schooling; to every teacher who stays beyond class hours; to every parent whose hopes are anchored in quality and integrity: the journey continues. The discourse is richer now; the network of aspiration broader; the stakes higher—and the promise more urgent.
May the flame lit in that lamp‑lighting ceremony continue to guide classrooms, corridors, and communities—not just in Maharashtra and the North, but across India. Because education, at its best, is never static. It evolves, it kindles hope, and through it, we build the future.
