Blitz Bureau
NEW DELHI: Four of India’s most respected leaders from the financial, technology and governance sectors – Deepak Parekh, S Ramadorai, M Damodaran and S Ravi – have joined the advisory boards of institutions under the One World One Family (OWOF) Mission, further strengthening the governance and institutional framework of the global humanitarian initiative.
The appointments bring together decades of leadership experience from some of the country’s most influential institutions, including HDFC Ltd., Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi), and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).
Strategic guidance
Parekh, former Chairman of HDFC Ltd and a Padma Bhushan awardee, along with Damodaran, former Chairman of Sebi, and Ravi, former Chairman of the BSE, have joined the Advisory Board of the Prashanthi Balamandira Trust.
The Trust plays a central role in supporting the Mission’s free education and healthcare initiatives, which aim to provide high-quality services to underserved communities across India.
Ramadorai, former Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and also a Padma Bhushan recipient, has joined the Advisory Board of Sri Sathya Sai University for Human Excellence (SSSUHE).
Their association is expected to provide strategic guidance, governance oversight and institutional strengthening to the rapidly expanding service initiatives of the OWOF Mission.
Speaking on the development, Parekh noted that the Trust’s work in delivering free, values-based education and healthcare at scale represents a remarkable model that deserves wider recognition and replication.
Ramadorai highlighted the importance of the university’s approach to higher education, noting that it offers free, high-quality education while nurturing character, intellect and a spirit of service among students.
Transparent governance
Damodaran emphasised that the Trust demonstrates how transparent governance and values-driven leadership can translate a humanitarian vision into meaningful social impact.
Ravi pointed out the importance of enabling talented students from rural and economically weaker backgrounds to pursue professional education without financial barriers.
Welcoming the new advisors, Sadguru Sri Madhusudan Sai, Founder of the One World One Family Mission, expressed gratitude for their association and said their guidance would significantly strengthen the Mission’s service initiatives.
Their association is expected to provide strategic guidance, governance oversight and institutional strengthening to the rapidly expanding service initiatives of the OWOF Mission
The One World One Family Mission, inspired by the Indian civilisational ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam — the world is one family, operates across more than 100 countries, delivering free programmes in healthcare, education and nutrition.
In India, the Prashanthi Balamandira Trust supports completely free education from Grade-VI through PhD, while the Mission has also established India’s first free private rural medical college, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in March 2023.
Construction of one of the world’s largest free private hospitals has recently been completed and is expected to be inaugurated soon, further expanding the Mission’s humanitarian outreach.
Deepak Parekh
Former Chairman, HDFC Ltd
- One of India’s most influential banking and financial sector leaders
- Former Chairman of Housing Development Finance Corporation (HDFC)
- Played a transformative role in India’s housing finance sector
- Awarded the Padma Bhushan for distinguished service to the nation
- Widely respected for his leadership in financial reforms and corporate governance
S Ramadorai
Former CEO & MD, Tata Consultancy Services
- Led TCS during its global expansion and transformation
- Instrumental in establishing India’s IT services leadership globally
- Former Chairman of National Skill Development Agency (NSDA)
- Recipient of the Padma Bhushan
- Known for his contributions to technology, skills development and public policy
M Damodaran
Former Chairman, Sebi
- Former Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi)
- Former Chairman of UTI Asset Management Company
- Played a key role in strengthening India’s financial regulatory framework
- Recognised for promoting transparency and investor protection in capital markets
S Ravi
Former Chairman, Bombay Stock Exchange
- Former Chairman of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE)
- Distinguished chartered accountant and corporate governance expert
- Served on the boards of several major Indian companies and institutions
- Known for his contributions to financial governance, auditing and regulatory compliance
