Akshay Labroo, IAS
Akshay Labroo is an Indian Administrative Service officer of the 2018 batch, Tripura cadre. He secured an All India Rank of 104 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination. He is currently serving as Deputy Commissioner Srinagar. His work focuses on citizen centric governance, district administration, and public service delivery, with emphasis on transparency, development planning, and effective implementation on ground.

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Vijay Dhar
Vijay Dhar is a well known education and business professional in Srinagar.

He is the Chairman of Delhi Public School Srinagar, one of the leading private schools in the region. Through DPS Srinagar, he has played a key role in modern education, student development, and academic infrastructure in Kashmir.

He is also associated with INOX Srinagar, the first multiplex cinema in the Valley. INOX Srinagar marked a major step in reviving organised cinema, entertainment, and cultural spaces in the region.

Overall, Vijay Dhar is recognised for contributions to education, entertainment, and institutional development in Kashmir.

Sleet Shah, KPS
Sleet Shah is an officer of the Jammu and Kashmir Police Service and is currently serving as Deputy Superintendent of Police in Srinagar. She is known for her leadership in law enforcement, community focused policing, and commitment to public safety and institutional trust.

Kapil Mattoo
Kapil Mattoo is a filmmaker known for grounded storytelling and visual narratives rooted in realism. He has worked as an associate director on the web series Tanaav. His work focuses on culture, identity, and contemporary stories, reflecting lived experiences from the region with clarity and depth.

Prof Nazir Ahmad Ganai
Prof Nazir Ahmad Ganai is the Vice Chancellor of Sher e Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir, SKUAST K. He is a senior academician and scientist known for leadership in agricultural education, research, and innovation. His work focuses on sustainable agriculture, policy driven research, and strengthening higher education ecosystems in Jammu and Kashmir.

Riyaz Beigh, KAS
Riyaz Beigh is a Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Service officer known for his commitment to public service and inclusive leadership. As a specially abled officer, his journey reflects resilience, determination, and professional excellence. His work in administration stands as an example of capability, integrity, and service beyond limitations.

Jagdeep, KAS
Jagdeep is a KAS officer involved in governance and public administration. His experience reflects service delivery and leadership within government systems.

Vivek Raina

Vivek Raina began his professional journey in 2001 as a Business Development Officer at Hathway. Over the years, he steadily progressed through leadership roles, building deep expertise in broadband, technology, and business growth. His journey from an entry level role to becoming the CEO of Excitel Broadband reflects perseverance, continuous learning, and a strong entrepreneurial mindset. Today, he leads one of India’s prominent broadband brands, driving innovation and digital access at scale.

Ashwath Bhatt

Ashwath Bhatt is an Indian film actor born in Kashmir. He is known for his strong character roles across mainstream and independent cinema. His filmography includes IB71, Mission Majnu, Sita Ramam, Raaz Reboot, Rakkhosh, Raazi, Phantom, Kesari, and Haider.

Asif Iqbal Burza

Asif Iqbal Burza is a hospitality professional and hotelier from Kashmir. He is known for building quality guest experiences, strengthening local tourism, and contributing to the growth of the region’s hospitality sector.

Prof. Dr. Mohammad Mutaher Zerger
Prof. Dr. Mohammad Mutaher Zerger’s journey stands as a powerful example of resilience, discipline, and vision. Raised in the downtown lanes of a small town, he began life with limited means and without a father, yet chose education and perseverance as his path forward.

He went on to complete engineering and an MBA, building a distinguished global career across leading organizations. His professional journey includes heading Business Development at McDonald’s India, leading the Kitchens Division to establish over 600 Zomato cloud kitchens, managing the Retail Division at Mumbai Airport, and overseeing operations across two countries for the Yateem Group in the GCC.

Prof. Dr. Zerger currently leads the Portfolio and Franchisee Department at Lenskart. His story has been featured in leading national newspapers, and he is empanelled with business schools, entrepreneurship platforms, and startup institutions across India. Through mentorship and teaching, he continues to inspire students and young entrepreneurs, especially from regions where ambition often begins against the odds.

Dr. Touseef Ahmed

Dr. Touseef Ahmed is an Industrial Consultant at CEID IUST and a mentor since 2019, playing a key role in building a strong culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. He has provided hands on guidance to startups, many of which have successfully commercialized their products. His work has contributed significantly to positioning CEID IUST as a nationally recognized incubation centre. He also serves as State Convenor J and K for MSME DF, representing young entrepreneurs at the national level, and is the Founder and CEO of Mentorize Growth Gurus Foundation.

Athar Aamir Khan

Athar Aamir Khan is an IAS officer known for reform driven governance, innovation in public administration, and citizen centric leadership. His work focuses on transparency, development delivery, and using technology to improve governance outcomes, inspiring youth to engage with public service and nation building.