Kaivalyadhama

Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute: Where yoga tradition and science meet

HHCC Team

Medical Team

Jagdish Bhutada

Vaidya Jagdish Bhutada

Chief Medical Officer
Vaidya Jagdish is an Ayurvedic physician and a traditional “vaidya”. An expert in pulse diagnosis, his vast experience has helped numerous seekers towards better health at all levels.
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Vaidya Jagadish Bhutada

He believes in three aspects are important in healing, dawa (herbal medicine/ supplements), dua (blessings) and hawa (positive vibrational environment). He has travelled widely across various countries and has is very highly regarded. His complete faith, belief in the traditional approach of Ayurveda enables him to be the instrument of healing.

Dr. Gururaj Doddoli - Senior RMO in Ayurveda Department, Kaivalyadhama

Vaidya Gururaj R. D.

Asst. Chief Medical Officer
Vaidya Gururaj is more than an Ayurveda doctor. He is an author, counsellor, teacher and a healer. His contribution in the Ayurveda department as an RMO for more than ten years is immense, highly appreciated and sustained.
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Vaidya Gururaj R. D.

He has contributed in the field of R&D, written popular and scientific articles on the impact on ayurveda as an alternative form of medication for various ailments. For those busy minds who want to understand the intricacies and profit from Ayurveda, he has extended his services to conduct practical Ayurveda course and lectures in our college of Yoga.

Dr. Ritu Prasad

Medical Officer - III
Dr. Ritu Prasad is a BNYS (Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences) and MBA professional with over Six years of expertise in natural health and wellness. She is the author of Sattvic Ahar, a book focused on the benefits of a balanced, natural diet for both physical and mental well-being.
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Dr. Ritu Prasad

Currently, Dr. Ritu leads the Naturopathy Department at Kaivalyadhama, an institute renowned for its holistic health practices with traditional Yoga, where she has helped integrate traditional naturopathy with modern wellness techniques. Specializing in acupuncture and acupressure, Dr. Ritu utilizes these ancient therapies to address a wide range of physical and emotional conditions. A respected speaker and educator, she shares her knowledge on natural healing at national and international forums, promoting preventive care and holistic lifestyle management as the foundation of long-term health.

Dr. Shruti Das

Medical Officer – Level I (Residential – Naturopathy)
Dr. Shruti Das holds a BNYS degree from Ras Bihari Bose Subharti University, Dehradun. She has trained across reputed naturopathy institutions, gaining experience in hydrotherapy, yoga therapy, ozone therapy, dietary planning, and lifestyle counselling, with a focus on holistic and chronic disease management.
Dr. Minal Ranade

Dr. Minal Ranade

Consultant - Doctor
Dr. Minal Amol Ranade MBBS, DDV(Mumbai) Consultant Dermatologist. Practising in Lonavala and Khopoli since 18 years. She is a visiting consultant at Kaivalyadhama.

Yoga Teachers Team

Sandhya-Dixit-Ji

Yogacharya Sandhya Dixit

Mentor Yoga
Yogacharya Sandhya Dixit is one of the senior-most teachers in Kaivalyadhama, Lonavala. She has experience of 39 years in the field of yoga. She has actively conducted workshops and training camps at national and international levels.
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Yogacharya Sandhya Dixit

Her 10 days online workshops series in March 2020 ‘Yoga for senior citizens’ in collaboration with the Ministry of Ayush was applauded and acknowledged by thousands of people. Her Pranayama online workshops have been successful since June 2020. Workshop participants love her style of teaching. She recently is awarded Swami Kuvalayananda Yoga Puraskar 2020 for her dedicated, committed, and extraordinary work in the field of Yoga.

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Shri. Neeraj Singh

Sr. Yoga Teacher
Shri. Neeraj Singh is a science graduate with deep interest in yoga. He completed his Diploma in Yoga from Kaivalyadhama and has wide experience of teaching. He is popular with the international groups, who love his very quite and peaceful demeanor, his clarity and simplicity.
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Shri. Banwarilal

Yoga Teacher Level - II
Shri. Banwarilal is an alumnus of Kaivalyadhama, Lonavala. He completed the Certificate Course in Yoga (CCY) and the Post Graduate Diploma in Yoga Education (PGDYEd) from Kaivalyadhama. He has been associated with Kaivalyadhama since 2017. Over the years, he has experience in teaching yoga and guiding individuals in their regular yoga practice.
Debashri-Ganguly

Ms. Debashri Ganguly

Yoga Teacher - II
She is currently working as a Yoga Teacher at Health care Center. She holds Grade-A in P.G.Diploma In Yoga Therapy, B.A (Arts with Sanskrit, English & Political Science), she has done a short course on Patanjali Yoga Sutra chanting from Kaivalyadhama.
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Ms. Debashri Ganguly

Worked at various administration roles with different firms, Internship done at Kaivalyadhama Ashram, Attended various Yogic seminars/Competitions/Short Courses. Conducted Yoga Camp for Lonavala Nangargoan Industrial Area(Under Kaivalyadhama SRD Project), Part of Yoga Day faculty for PTS Khandala, Co-ordinator for CCY Bengali conducted by Kaivalyadhama. Conducted chanting session in the CCY Bengali course for participants.

Shri. Raghuraj

Shri. Raghuraj

Yoga Teacher - I
Shri. Raghuraj has had a deep interest in yoga and has been a sincere practitioner since his teenage years. He pursued PGDYED from Kaivalyadhama to learn and sharpen his yogic practices and knowledge. Raghuraj had cleared YCB Level 3 from the Ministry of Ayush. With his sincere efforts, he got selected for the 6-month internship program at HHCC Kaivalyadhama. Now he is working as an Assistant Yoga Teacher at Kaivalyadhama HHCC.
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Shri. Raghuraj

His goal is to spread the knowledge of yoga and teach it to the common people. He holds a Master's degree in Economics and pursues a Master's in Yoga.

Ms. Shraddha Chondhe Sharma

Yoga Teacher – Level II (Part-Time)
Ms. Shraddha Chondhe Sharma is a skilled and trained yoga professional appointed as a Part-Time Yoga Teacher – Level II at Kaivalyadhama. She supports the therapeutic programs at the Health Care and Cure Centre by conducting regular morning and evening yoga sessions for patients and wellness participants, contributing to their holistic healing and well-being.
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Ms. Jahnvi Singh

Asst. Yoga Teacher
Ms. Jahnvi Singh is a Yoga Teacher currently working as an Assistant Yoga Teacher at HHCC, Kaivalyadhama, Lonavala. She holds a PG Diploma in Yoga Education from Kaivalyadhama (2024–25) and a Bachelor of Arts (2020–2023). She has also completed a 10-month internship at Kaivalyadham.

Shri. Vinayan Kannanunni

Asst. Yoga Teacher
Shri. Vinayan Kannanunni is currently working as an Assistant Yoga Teacher at HHCC. Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Yogashastra at Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute. He has over 10 years of professional experience in manufacturing, operations, and sales before transitioning into yoga.

Administration Team

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Ms. Bhumi Choksi

Sr. Manager – Admin & Coordination
Since 2016, Bhumi Choksi has been associated with Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute, contributing across multiple facets of institutional operations and administration, and working in close liaison with the CEO to support institutional priorities.
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Ms. Bhumi Choksi

Since 2016, Bhumi Choksi has been associated with Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute, contributing across multiple facets of institutional operations and administration, and working in close liaison with the CEO to support institutional priorities.

She currently serves as main coordinator for the FundRaising Team, leading efforts to strengthen donor relationships and expand institutional support, while also overseeing Healthcare Centre administration and coordination.

She brings 15 years of prior experience across roles in the education, banking, and insurance sectors.

Accounts

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Shri. Akash Thorve

Sr. Executive Accounts
Shri. Akash has completed his M.Com degree along with DTL. He has worked in different companies in Accounts and joined Kaivalyadham as an Accounts Assistant in Health care centre.
Ms. Neelam Kunkulol

Ms. Neelam Kunkulol

Assistant Manager Finance
Ms. Neelam Kunkulol is working as accounts executive at the Heath Care Centre Kaivalyadhama. With a Bachelor's Degree in commerce she has worked with various companies in the accounting sector and gained experience in managing trust accounts. Ms. Neelam possesses good knowledge in financial accounting and a good hold over accounting processes.
Muskan Singh

Ms. Muskan Navin Singh

Assistant Executive Finance
Ms. Muskan Navin Singh is a diligent finance professional managing payments and reconciliations for wellness programs. Skilled in Tally Prime and PPMS, she ensures accurate financial records and enjoys creating streamlined spreadsheets to optimize data organization.

Front Office & Reservations

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Mr. Sanat Das

Executive Admin
Mr. Sanat Satish Das is currently handling front office operations and guest booking activities at Kaivalyadhama. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree from Savitribai Phule Pune University. Prior to joining Kaivalyadhama, he has previously worked as an Epoxy Quality TG Testing Operator and as a Proshop Assistant.
Shivam Das

Mr. Shivam Das

Executive Admin
Mr. Shivam Das holds a B.Com degree from Pune University. He joined Kaivalyadhama in November 2021 and is currently working as an Asst. Executive Admin. He handles CEO office operations and manages guest bookings at handling reservations at Health care center Kaivalyadhama, ensuring smooth coordination and efficient administrative support.
Gauri Jangam

Ms. Gauri C. Jangam

Executive – Front Office & Booking
Ms. Gauri Jangam is handling front office operations and guest bookings at Kaivalyadhama. She holds a BBA from Pune University and a Diploma in Bakery, Patisserie & Confectionery from Symbiosis School of Culinary Arts. With over three years of hospitality experience, she has previously worked with Sodexo India and Anglo-Indian Café, Lonavala.

Operations & Hospitality Team

Mr. Rahul

Shri. Rahul M. Shangari

Sr. Hospitality Manager
Shri. Rahul M. Shangari is working as Senior Hospitality Manager at Kaivalyadhama. He has an extensive experience of over 16 years in Customer Services, Operations Management and Hospitality.
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Shri. Rahul M. Shangari

He has been working as Senior Manager Operations in his previous role. He brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role with his leadership abilities, exceptional customer service, operational management expertise, and ability to enhance guest experience

Ms. Samina Sheikh

Ms. Samina Sheikh

Manager Operations
Ms. Samina has joined Kaivalyadhama as Operations Manager from 1st January 2023. Her role at Kaivalyadhama will be to ensure smooth day to day functioning of Health Care Centre for ensuring the best client experience.
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Ms. Samina Sheikh

She has extensive experience in Administrative roles. Her last experience was in a multi-specialty Hospital. She has completed her post graduate Diploma in Hospital and Healthcare Management (PGDHHM from Symbiosis, Pune). 

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Ms. Sarika Umbre

Sr. Executive Operations (Facility Management)
Ms. Sarika Umbre is currently working as a Supervisor - Housekeeping in Kaivalyadhama’s Health Care Centre. Prior to this, she was working in Amby Valley city from last seven years. Her qualification is B.A. She is state level football player.
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Shri. Prakash Nagnath Sabale

Executive Operations (Facility Management)
Shri. Prakash Nagnath Sabale, is currently working as a Supervisor- Housekeeping at the Health Care Centre. He has worked at Della Resort as a House Keeping supervisor and also served at Vama Camp, Bangalore . He has a 12 years of vast experience in Housekeeping.
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Shri. Pramod Hatnolkar

Sr. Executive Operations (F&B)
Shri. Pramod Hatnolkar has around fifteen years of experience in the hospitality industry. He has been a team leader of kitchen stewarding units with hotels and corporates. Currently, he looks after “Sadapurna”, the dining room for guests at the Health Care Centre.
Neena Verma

Ms. Neena Verma

Residential Guest Relations Executive
Ms. Neena Verma serves as the Residential Guest Relations Executive at Kaivalyadhama. She manages guest reception, campus tours, and is actively involved in organizing activities of SEVA and Satsang, reflecting Kaivalyadhama’s ethos. She holds a B.A. in Philosophy and a Diploma in Light Music with a Prabhakar in Indian Classical Music.