Governance Structure

Governance Leadership and Advisory Team of The Motwani Jadeja Institute for American Studies (MJIAS)

International Advisory Board

CHAIRPERSON

Ms. Asha Jadeja Motwani

Founder, Motwani Jadeja Foundation

Asha Jadeja Motwani is a visionary entrepreneur, philanthropist, and angel investor whose impact spans Silicon Valley and India. As the founder of the Motwani Jadeja Foundation, she champions disruptive innovation, startup ecosystems, and inclusive technology for global good. Asha is inspired by the legacy of her late husband, Rajeev Motwani鈥擲tanford professor and mentor to Google鈥檚 founders鈥攁nd carries forward his commitment to nurturing bold ideas. She has invested in over 200 tech startups, catalyzing groundbreaking ventures across the U.S., India, and beyond. Asha is also the driving force behind MakerFest, India鈥檚 answer to Maker Faire, empowering grassroots innovation and youth creativity. An advocate for open government, education reform, and women鈥檚 leadership, she blends Gandhian values with cutting鈥慹dge innovation. Her work continues to bridge continents, cultures, and communities鈥攆ueling a future where technology uplifts humanity. Asha鈥檚 journey is not just influential鈥攊t鈥檚 profoundly transformative.

CHAIRPERSON

Dr. Shashi Tharoor

Member of Parliament Lok Sabha, India

Dr. Shashi Tharoor is an acclaimed author, diplomat, and Member of Parliament known for his eloquence, intellect, and global vision. A fourth鈥憈erm Lok Sabha MP from Thiruvananthapuram, he previously served as Minister of State for External Affairs and for Human Resource Development. Before joining Indian politics, he spent nearly three decades at the United Nations, culminating as Under鈥慡ecretary鈥 General. Educated at St. Stephen鈥檚 College and the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Dr. Tharoor is the author of over 20 books, including The Great Indian Novel, Why I Am a Hindu, and Inglorious Empire. His writings span history, politics, culture, and foreign affairs, making him one of India鈥檚 most widely read thinkers. A powerful advocate for pluralism, democracy, and internationalism, Dr. Tharoor combines scholarship with statesmanship. His career reflects a lifelong commitment to public service, intellectual engagement, and the idea of India as a vibrant, inclusive, and globally connected democracy.

Academic Governance Leadership Team

Professor (Dr.) C. Raj Kumar

President, MJIAS

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Professor (Dr.) Mohan Kumar

Director General, MJIAS

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Professor (Dr.) Sriparna Pathak

Associate Director, MJIAS

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Professor Ram B. Ramachandran

Associate Director, MJIAS

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Professor (Dr.) Gitanjali Sinha Roy

Assistant Director, MJIAS

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Professor (Dr.) Swati Chawla

Assistant Director, MJIAS

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JGU Faculty Advisory Committee

CHAIR

Professor (Dr.) C. Raj Kumar

Founding Vice Chancellor
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MEMBER – SECRETARY

Professor (Dr.) Mohan Kumar

Dean, Strategic & International Initiatives
Office of the Vice Chancellor, 91探花

Professor (DR.) Sreeram s. Chaulia

Dean
Jindal School of International Affairs, 91探花

Professor (DR.) Dipika Jain

Executive Dean
Jindal Global Law School, 91探花

Professor (DR.) Mrinalini Jha

Director
Jindal Institute of Haryana Studies, 91探花

Professor (DR.) Nemika Jha

Khaitan Chair Professor of Commercial Law
Jindal Global Law School, 91探花

Professor (DR.) Upasana Mahanta

Dean
Office of Admissions & Outreach, 91探花

Professor (Dr.) Shailendra Raj Mehta

The O.P. Jindal Distinguished University Professor
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Professor Kathleen A. Modrowski

Dean
Jindal School of Liberal Arts & Humanities, 91探花

Professor Padmanabha Ramanujam

Dean
Office of Academic Governance, 91探花

Professor (DR.) Hindol Sengupta

Director
Jindal India Institute, 91探花

Professor Shuchi Sinha

Professor of Legal Practice
Jindal Global Law School, 91探花

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Professor (Dr.)S. G. Sreejith

Dean, Strategy & Institution Building
Office of the Vice Chancellor, 91探花

Professor R. Sudarshan

Dean
Jindal School of Government & Public Policy, 91探花

Administrative Staff & Office Team

Mr. Shaan Andrabi

Junior Manager & Programme Coordinator, MJIAS

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Ms. Mahek Dhameja

Junior Manager, Communications & Media Relations, MJIAS

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Ms. Tarini Kohli

Junior Manager & Executive Assistant To The Director General, MJIAS

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Financial Governance Leadership Team at JGU

Mr. Arun Kumar Jain

Chief Financial Officer, 91探花

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Mr. Ankur Bahel

Deputy Chief Financial Officer, 91探花

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