Date
Saturday, 15 August 2026
Venue
Bengaluru — exact hall to be announced
Mode
Hybrid — in person and virtual
Open to
Doctorates, research scholars and master’s students
Programme
15 August 2026 · Conference Schedule
The full running order for the Inaugural Annual Meet & Conference of the Badaga Doctorates’ Forum — Venue: Bengaluru.
Gathering
Arrival of participants.
Lunch
For guests and organisers / coordinators.
Prayer Song
By G. Raman, Sholur.
Inaugural Address
Programme begins with the introductory session. Mr. S. Ganesan, President, KBGA.
Introductory Session
KBGA members and sponsors.
Welcome & Felicitation
Short introduction of the guests, by the President, KBGA.
Newsletter Release
By KBGA senior members.
Conference Overview
Introductory address by Dr. Bhojraj.
Forum Overview, Album & Website Unveiling
By Dr. Sathish Sugumaran.
Dr. Sundardevan, IAS (Retd.)
Adikaratty
Dr. N. S. Raman
Naduhatty · Chemistry & Chemical Technologies, IIT · Retired Advisor, Indian Oil Corporation Ltd.
Dr. Sivaraj Dhesingh
Katary · Scientist, Manjussri Enterprises, Chennai
Dr. Bellukutty Sudhakar
Halattanai (Halladi) · Registrar, Manipal University, Dubai · Guest Faculty, Bharathiar University
Dr. Raghuram Chetty
Hosa Attuboil · Professor, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai
Dr. Kannan Krishnan
Jegathala · Victoria University of Melbourne, Australia
Dr. Bellie G. Babu
Meeckeru · Managing Trustee, Dhaari Foundation, Coimbatore
Dr. Mahesh Babu Sirangi
Kavaratty · PhD Biotech, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University · AI Specialist in Film Making
Dr. Sivakumar B.
Mattakandi · Associate Professor, Amrita University, Bangalore
Dr. Preetha Chandran
Professor, Welingkar Institute of Management, Bengaluru
Dr. R. Mohan Das
Kilkundah · Associate Professor, New Horizon College, Bangalore
Dr. Seetha Balakrishnan
Kokudal · Independent Researcher, Bangalore
Dr. Shanmugamurthy Lakshmanan
Jegathala · Founder & Vice Chancellor, Siddha-Vetha Multiversity, New Jersey
Dr. Dinesh Halan
Konavakorai, Kotagiri · HSBC, Bangalore
Mr. Jayaprakash H.
Kundah Bikkatty · Researcher, ICMR–NIVCR Field Station, Madurai
Dr. Pradeep C.
Sakkalatty · Associate Professor, Global Academy of Technology, Bangalore
Dr. Pushparajesh V.
Athigaratty · Professor, Jain (Deemed-to-be) University, Bangalore
Dr. Sivakumar Raju
Morigal · Director, Campus Placements & Industry Collaboration, New Horizon Educational Institution, Bangalore
Dr. R. Shankar
Melur · Assistant Professor, Kristu Jayanti (Deemed-to-be) University, Bangalore
Dr. Balusamy
Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, Bangalore
Dr. N. Sumithra
Kil Kundah · Vice Principal, Narayana e-Techno School, Chennai
Mrs. Jayashree J.
Mel Bikatty · Teaching Faculty, Christ ICSE, Bangalore
Dr. Roja H. R.
Mullimalai · Faculty, Mother Teresa Women’s University, Kodaikanal
Dr. Gowrishankar R.
Haragatchi · Assistant Professor, Kristu Jayanti (Deemed-to-be) University, Bangalore
Mr. Dharshan S.
Kalinganatty · Assistant Professor, Kristu Jayanti (Deemed-to-be) University, Bangalore
Mrs. Poorani Gurumallesh Prabu
Katery / Mattakandy · Deputy Editor, Wiley Publishers, Bangalore
Tea Break
Group Photo Session
Dr. T. Denad Raju (Kiloor)
Regional Director of Research (Retd.), Coffee Board, Government of India
Dr. Nanthi Bolan
Hosa Attuboil · Professor, The University of Western Australia
Dr. H. Gurumallesh Prabu
Katary Dam / Katary Village · Retd. Professor, Alagappa University (TN Govt.) · Project Officer, Chief Minister’s Research Grant (CMRG) Scheme, Government of Tamil Nadu, Chennai
Dr. M. D. Kannan
Malligorai · Dean, Tamil Nadu College of Engineering (Retd. Professor, PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore)
Dr. Ramesh
Battagorai, Kodanadu · Head, Li-ion Cell & Battery Technology, TVS Indeon (Lucas TVS Company)
Dr. Murali Nanjan
Manjacombai · General Education Officer, MOE Singapore
Mrs. Mahalakshmi Saravanan
Yedakad · Founder, Women Entrepreneurs India
Mr. Sivakumar Bellan
Horasholai · Scientific Brand Storyteller & Professional Speaker, Chennai
Dr. Jagadesh M.
Kenthorai · Scientist, Tocklai Tea Research Institute, Jorhat, Assam
Open Discussion Session
Dinner
Message
From the President, KBGA
It gives me immense pride to extend my heartfelt greetings to the Badaga Doctorates’ Forum on the occasion of its Inaugural Annual Meet & Conference, being held on 15 August 2026 at Bengaluru.
The Badaga Doctorates’ Forum was born out of a resolution passed at the KBGA General Meeting on 16 February 2026, with a clear and inspiring purpose: to unite every Badaga doctorate under one platform for academic collaboration, mentorship and community development. In the short span since, the Forum has brought together an extraordinary body of scholars, scientists and professionals from our community, and stands today as a testament to what we can achieve when we come together with purpose.
KBGA takes great pride in having supported the founding of this Forum, and we look forward to a continued partnership as it grows into a lasting institution for our community — one that inspires our younger generation to pursue higher learning and gives our accomplished doctorates a platform to mentor, network and give back.
I extend my warm wishes to the founders, organisers and every member of the Forum for a successful and memorable Inaugural Meet, and for many more milestones to come.
Be Part of It
Reserve Your Seat
Registration is open to all Badaga doctorates, research scholars and master’s degree students. Limited in-person seats — virtual attendance also available.
Badaga Doctorates’ Forum
Uniting all Badaga doctorates under a common platform for academic collaboration, networking and community development. Initiated 16 February 2026 with the approval of the KBGA General Meeting.