Committee Members
Dr. Vikas Shrikant Kotnis
PRESIDENTDr. Vikas Shrikant Kotnis, originally from Satara and currently residing in Sangli, completed his school education in 1974 and graduated with honors in Plastic Engineering. After working for several renowned companies, he joined a PVC pipe manufacturing company in Sangli as a General Manager in March 1990, where he served for 23 consecutive years until his voluntary retirement in 2015. Following his retirement, he completed a one-year naturopathy course and became a certified naturopath. With 36 years of extensive experience in plastic engineering, he currently works as a plastic consultant for 40 companies in India and abroad. Dr. Kotnis is also an active member of the Indian Red Cross Society's Sangli branch, where he has participated in numerous blood donation camps and has personally donated blood 57 times. In addition, he was involved with the entrepreneurs in Kupwad MIDC through the Krishna Valley Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Kotnis has been serving as the President of the Saraswat Samaj Vikas Mandal in Sangli for the past nine years and maintains personal connections with various Saraswat community organizations and individuals.
Mr. Mangesh Madhav Mantri
VICE PRESIDENTMr. Mangesh Madhav Mantri resides in Sangli, though he originally hails from Islampur, where he completed his school and college education. He holds a degree in Economics and a certificate in Journalism. Currently, he is active as a journalist and editor, having worked with the daily "Tarun Bharat" for approximately 30 years. Presently, he serves as the editor for both the Sangli edition of "Tarun Bharat" and the Solapur edition of "Tarun Bharat Samvad." Mr. Mantri has recently published a short story collection titled "EÖÆòEÖò" and a collection of editorial obituaries titled "iªÉÉÆSÉä ÊVÉhÉä." He has frequently contributed writings for All India Radio and Doordarshan, including live broadcasts, and has long been involved in writing for the program "Prabhati Che Rang." His storytelling contributions to various dailies and magazines have earned him several awards.
Mr. Ujwal Vishnupant Tilve
SECRETARYMr. Ujwal Vishnupant Tilve resides in Sangli and is well-known as a pharmacist. In 2013, he closed his pharmacy business to dedicate himself fully to the work at Dr. Shirgaonkar Blood Bank. For the past 34 years, he has been serving as the Secretary of the Indian Red Cross Society, Sangli Branch. Mr. Tilve has personally donated blood numerous times and has played a significant role in organizing and promoting numerous blood donation camps, contributing greatly to the blood donation movement.
Mrs. Aruna Ramesh Sakhavalkar
TREASURERMrs. Aruna Ramesh Sakhavalkar Treasurer has been residing in Sangli for many years. She is a daughter of former President of the Saraswat Samaj, Sangli, Late. Mr.N.V. Gholba. Mrs. Sakhavalkar holds a degree in Commerce and was a renowned athlete and javelin thrower at G.A. Arwade College of Commerce. She was also a member of the national kabaddi team in 1977. From 1998 to 2020, she served as the Public Relations Officer for Dr. Shirgaonkar Blood Bank of the Indian Red Cross Society. Additionally, she has held the position of President of the Vishrambag Women's Sakhi Mandal. Mrs. Sakhavalkar actively participates in various social work initiatives through numerous organizations in Sangli.
Mr. Vinayak Pralhad Rajadhyaksha
MEMBERVinayak Pralhad Rajadhyaksha , originally from Lanja, Ratnagiri, currently resides in Sangli. He holds an M.Sc. in Information Technology and has professional training in ethical hacking and cyber forensics. With 27 years of experience in the field of computer science, he is currently working as a cyber forensic expert and cyber security analyst. He is the founder and director of 'CYBERJURIX – Institute of Cyber Forensics, Law and Research,' a consultancy firm that provides essential support in solving cyber crimes committed via computers or mobile devices. He collaborates with the Sangli Police Department as well as other police departments, offering his expertise in cyber forensics. Vinayak Rajadhyaksha also guides students at various colleges, both undergraduate and postgraduate, on opportunities in the cyber field. He assists lawyers and legal advisors with cyber forensic matters. Additionally, he actively participates as a speaker on cyber topics in various seminars and has presented research papers at national and international conferences. Now currently working as graphic Designer and digital Advertiser
Mr. Sunil Vishwanath Naik
MEMBERSunil Vishwanath Naik memeber Mr. Jayant, also known as Sunil Vishwanath Naik, resides in Sangli. He completed his education with a B.A. and an LL.B. (Special) and subsequently worked with the Sangli-Miraj-Kupwad Municipal Corporation. He retired as Deputy Commissioner in March 2016. In recognition of his excellent administrative work, he was honored with the President's Medal in November 2013. Mr. Naik has also received awards for his acting and directing in the theater. Currently, he is practicing law.
Mr. Dinesh Mahohar Dalvi
MEMBERMr. Dinesh Manohar Dalvi currently residing in sangli. After completing his Commerce degree and LL.B. (Special), He served in Bank of Maharashtra for 36 years, ultimately holding the position of Senior Manager. He has worked as the Branch Manager at several locations, including Rajapur, Bhoo (Tal. Rajapur, Dist. Ratnagiri), Atpadi, Vaiphale (Dist. Sangli), Marul Haveli, Malharpeth, Panchgani (Dist. Satara), and Ulhasnagar Camp (Dist. Thane). Additionally, he served as an Inspector and Vigilance Officer in the Kolhapur Zone. After retired from the bank on June 30, 2020. Post-retirement, the bank appointed me as a Concurrent Auditor for a period of one year
Mr. Mayuresh Madurkar
MEMBERMayuresh Madurkar resided at Mukkam Posh Bagni Taluka Valwa District Sangli. B.Sc.(Statistics), M.B.A.- Marketing & Finance and worked in Saraswat Bank for 13 years. After this, he resigned from his job and started farming business like cow rearing, organic fertilizer production, guidance and sales. Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil Institute of Management Studies and Research Center, Satara College presented the Agriculture Entrepreneur Award.
Ms. Vina Deepak Dalvi
MEMBERMs. Vina Deepak Dalvi, Member Ms. Vina Deepak Dalvi, Commerce graduate, She is been working as a member of Saraswat Samaj Vikas Mandal has for the last 8 years and has contact with various social organizations and individuals. She has contributed in various Saraswat Samaj Vikas Mandal programs, activities and worked for development work of Saraswat Samaj. Her aim is to help build society while maintaining social consciousness
Mrs. Vrishali Vikas Kotnis
MEMBERMrs. Vrishali Vikas Kotnis is Graduate housewive and an home entrepreneurs. She was working as Marketing peronel in Oriflame as well as Magic Stove. As an enterpreneure was involved in selling women's jewelery and clothes. She is a member of the society since 1997 and is actively involved in every program till date.
Mr. Vinay Bhat
MEMBERMr. Vinay Bhat, originally from Belgavi and currently residing in Sangli, holds a degree in Civil Engineering. With 29 years of experience, he has been a key construction professional and owns and runs Shree Siddhakala Group, successfully completing various apartment projects in and around Sangli city. Additionally, he actively participates in the Saraswat Samaj and other Brahmin Samaj organizations