Leadership & Institutional Governance Council

The collective leadership shaping the academic, operational, and governance architecture of School Excellence Program.

With over 25 years of educational leadership experience, Soumitra Singh Thakur conceptualized the School Excellence Program to address structural gaps in school governance, academic monitoring, compliance alignment, and operational discipline. His experience as a principal and institutional leader forms the foundational framework of SEP’s system architecture.

Institutional Focus Areas:

Academic Structuring & Monitoring Systems
Governance Framework Design
CBSE Compliance Alignment
Institutional Process Standardization
Leadership Visibility Mechanisms

Soumitra Singh Thakur – Founder & Governance Architect

An experienced educator and finance specialist, Mrs. Kokila Singh Thakur anchors the academic alignment and fiscal discipline components of SEP. Her leadership ensures that academic tracking, compliance documentation, and financial governance systems operate within a structured institutional framework.

Core Responsibilities:

Academic Monitoring Integration
Financial Governance Structuring
Institutional Training Coordination
Performance Alignment Support

Mrs. Kokila Singh Thakur – Executive Director – Academic & Financial Governance

Strategic Advisors & Domain Experts

Specializes in curriculum alignment, CBSE academic structuring, financial literacy initiatives, and institutional academic transformation frameworks.

Mr. Jaydeb Kar – Academic & Curriculum Strategy Advisor

Expert in institutional audits, governance restructuring, infrastructure evaluation, and long-term educational sustainability frameworks.

Dr. Hepesh Shepherd – School Audit & Institutional Excellence Advisor

Focused on school transformation, leadership mentoring, people management systems, and sustainable academic growth strategies.

Mrs. Nupoora N. Kulkarni – Leadership & Institutional Development Advisor

Leads structured faculty training programs, leadership workshops, and teacher development frameworks across institutions.

Mrs. Ronika Gagneja Valecha – Training & Faculty Development Specialist

Specializes in leadership psychology, faculty mentoring, and institutional culture strengthening initiatives.

Mr. Mani Chawla – Behavioural & Professional Development Expert

Expert in structured administration, operational discipline, compliance protocols, and institutional process control systems.

Wing Commander Surendra Kumar Khanuja (Retd.) – Administrative & Operational Governance Advisor

SEP operates through a structured leadership model where institutional systems remain stronger than individual roles, ensuring continuity, accountability, and long-term governance stability.

Institutional Feedback

The School Excellence Program led by Mr. Soumitra Singh Thakur has been instrumental in fostering continuous growth and development within our school. With its emphasis on strategic planning, data-driven decision-making, and collaborative practices, the program has significantly enhanced teaching quality, student outcomes, and community engagement.

Mr. Arpit V Jain (Principal)Gurukul The Real English Medium School, Sendhwa

Participating in the School Excellence Program led by Mr. Soumitra Singh Thakur has been a truly transformative experience for our institution and the wider school community. Through this exceptional initiative, we have witnessed remarkable growth in various areas, including teaching quality, student outcomes, and the overall learning environment

Mr. Sushil Chowmuwala (Director)Gurukul The Real English Medium School, Sendhwa

We are thrilled to partner with the School Excellence Program spearheaded by Mr. Soumitra Singh Thakur. This program has brought a transformative approach to our educational framework, aligning perfectly with our vision of providing holistic and quality education.

Mr. Prashant Desai (Director)Shree Sandipani International School, Chandrawatiganj

I am delighted with the remarkable impact the School Excellence Program by Mr. Soumitra Singh Thakur has had on our institution. The program's structured approach towards enhancing academic excellence, teacher development, and student engagement has been truly commendable.

Mr. Shashikant Pandey (Manager)Shree Sandipani International School, Chandrawatiganj

It gives me immense joy to share the positive transformation we have experienced since adopting the School Excellence Program by Mr. Soumitra Singh Thakur. The program has brought a dynamic shift in our academic and administrative processes, helping us create a more vibrant and effective learning environment.

Mrs. Anju Sikarwar (Principal) Shree Sandipani International School, Chandrawatiganj

The School Excellence Program has been a game-changer for Sanskar Shiksha Niketan, bringing about transformative growth in both academic and co-curricular domains. Under the visionary leadership of Mr. Soumitra Singh Thakur, the Enrichment Activities introduced through the program have significantly enhanced our students' learning experiences and overall development.

Mr. Neeraj Gupta (Director) Sanskar Shiksha Niketan, Pansemal

It is with great pride and satisfaction that I share the transformative impact of the School Excellence Program on Sanskar Shiksha Niketan. Under the able guidance of Mr. Soumitra Singh Thakur, the program has brought a refreshing wave of innovation and excellence to our school.

Mr. Hemant Sharma (Secretory) Sanskaar Shiksha Niketan, Pansemal

At Sanskar Shiksha Niketan, being a part of the School Excellence Program has been a truly transformative journey. The Enrichment Activities introduced through this program have made an extraordinary impact on our school community, seamlessly integrating academics, co-curricular pursuits, and essential life skills.

Mr. Vikas Sarode, Principal Sanskaar Shiksha Niketan, Pansemal