Meet the Mentors!

Master Mariner (FG) | Marine Educator | 40+ Years of Global Maritime Experience.

Captain Piyush Lall Saxena is a seasoned Master Mariner with over four decades of distinguished service at sea and ashore. Beginning his seafaring career in 1975 as a cadet, he advanced through the ranks—from Third Officer to Master—by successfully clearing all M.O.T. examinations conducted by the Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India.

For 38 years at sea, Captain Saxena commanded oil tankers, bulk carriers, and general cargo ships on global voyages, building an exceptional record of operational excellence, safety, and leadership. His seafaring career is marked by extensive experience in shipboard management, navigation, safety protocols, security procedures, advanced communication systems, and first aid.

After retiring from active sailing, Captain Saxena served as a permanent faculty member at a reputed Marine Institute for five years. In this role, he dedicated himself to training and mentoring the next generation of maritime officers, sharing his practical expertise

Mrs. Versha Gupta was the Vice Principal at Army Public School, Pune. She has over 30 years of teaching and administrative experience.

A graduate in English literature from the prestigious Miranda House, Delhi University, she did her Masters and B.Ed. from Lucknow University.

She is passionate about motivating, mentoring, coaching and influencing students and teachers towards higher levels of achievements. 

Focussed about improving caliber, competence and confidence in adolescents, she emphasizes that success breeds success and all setbacks should only tighten the resolve to overcome them with renewed hard work and enthusiasm.

Isha Saxena holds a B.S.L LL.B, LL.M, and is NET and SET qualified, with additional diplomas in Consumer Protection Laws and Medical Jurisprudence & Forensic Science. With over 10 years of field experience in law and teaching, she brings deep expertise and practical insight to both legal practice and academic mentoring.

Mrs. Reena Verma holds a B.Com, B.Ed, and MBA, with over 25 years of teaching experience. Her area of expertise is Accountancy, where she combines strong academic qualifications with a deep commitment to clear, effective instruction, guiding students with practical insight and professional rigor.

Maitreyee Bapat is a legally trained content and policy professional with expertise in international law, cyber law, and public policy. A graduate of ILS Law College with a PG Diploma in Politics and Governance, she blends 8+ years of experience in legal content strategy, academic instruction, and political communication. She has contributed to national initiatives like the G20-Y20 and served as a legal consultant for NGOs, while also leading public discourse on youth participation and international relations.

 Shraddha is a dedicated mathematics academician with a Master’s degree in Mathematics from Delhi University and is UGC-NET qualified. She possesses a strong command over advanced mathematical concepts. With a passion for teaching and academic development, Shraddha brings a deep understanding of quantitative reasoning and critical thinking to the classroom. Her scholarly foundation is complemented by a commitment to fostering mathematical curiosity and excellence among students, making her a valuable asset to academic and research-driven institutions. 

 Major Jaideep Kedia, an alumnus  of Officers Training Academy , Chennai. 

 Maj, Kedia has a specialization in Missiles and Radars and heads the army maintenance agency for a state. With a decade of exposure to Counter terrorism operations and handling strategic Defence munitions and arsenal the officer now leads state of the art Defence Radars systems.

He has been gallantry awarded twice

 LL.B. – ILS Law College, Pune

LL.M. in Cyber Laws – Vishwakarma University, Pune

A young and dynamic advocate with expertise in corporate, family and cyber laws.

Known for her analytical skills and practical approach, she is committed to delivering effective legal solutions with professionalism and integrity. 

Alongside her practice, she mentors students through tuitions for LL.B. courses and coaching for CLAT (UG & PG), combining legal expertise with academic guidance.