Empress Garden, Kavade Mala, Ghorpadi, Pune
Our Team
Subcommittee members
Adv. Lolita Kewalramani
She is a postgraduate in Economics from Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics and Law from Pune University. Has worked in the field of environment law and specializing in conveyancing. She provides consultation to corporates and is a trustee and sub-committee member on trusts relating to environment, animal protection and education of underprivileged girls and other social activities.
Dhanshree Bhisey
She is an animal enthusiast. She has been working with Dr. J.A. Shaikh (one of Pune’s senior vets) for over 20 years. She was also curator of the wild animal rescue and orphanage at Katraj for a few years. She had set up the first-ever ABC program for Pune, with the Blue Cross Society of Pune in 1995. She is also a subcommittee member and mentor overseeing activities at RRBCEA.
Dr. Megha Budruk
She is an Engineer by qualification, a nature enthusiast with passion for both environment and art with a heart of gold for animals. She has founded the NGO Canine Control and Care in 2015 with the sole objective of animal birth control to control the population of stray dogs and cats in a humane way. She has been the driving force and guide behind the activities at RRBCEA as the chairperson.
RRBCEA Head
Dr. Dhanashree Paranjpe
She has PhD in animal behaviour and ecology. She is passionate about science outreach and environmental education. She spearheads the dynamic team of RRBCEA to conceptualize, plan and execute various programs related to nature and art as well as research at the center.
Team
Manashree Bapat
Manashree holds a postgraduate degree in Biodiversity and is passionate about wildlife. As the Project and Communication Coordinator for RRBCEA, she is responsible for conceptualizing, planning, and executing the centre’s programs and activities, as well as managing all internal and external communication.
Mansi Sable
Mansi holds a Master’s in Environmental Science. With a keen interest in trees and birds, Mansi facilitates connection between people and nature. She works as a Nature Educator at RRBCEA which involves environment oriented planning, designing and conducting programs.
Khushbu Sangameshwari
Khushbu holds a Masters in Environmental science with specialization in wildlife conservation. With a deep connection with the plant world, Khushbu works as a Nature Educator at RRBCEA which involves environment oriented planning, designing and conducting programs.
Roshni Chakraborty
Roshni holds a Postgraduate Degree in Drama and possesses a keen interest in the relationship between nature and art. She serves as an Art Program Coordinator at the center.
Mahesh Junnarkar
He has a commerce background and boasts several years of experience in the banking and finance sector. He finds solace in spending time amidst nature and like to participate in social activities. Mahesh is an administrative assistant at RRBCEA.
Taraman Kunwar
He is responsible for taking care of the premises, tending to the gardens, and handling maintenance tasks at the RRBCEA.
Suresh Saste
He is responsible for maintaining the premises and looking after the gardens at the RRBCEA.
Milind Joshi
With over 21 years of experience in Banking and NBFCs, he has led technology initiatives across geographies, including more than 10 years internationally. Currently serving as Admin Consultant at RRBCEA, he manages administration, accounting, reporting, and art-related activities. Beyond his professional role, he is an avid reader and writer with a deep interest in arts and culture.
Mahesh Pathak
Mahesh is a Nature Educator at RRBCEA, working with school students to spark curiosity about the natural world. With a background in Agriculture and wildlife conservation, he encourages learning through experience and care for nature
Anushka Vaze
Anushka is an actor/clown graduate from the Lecoq theatre school. She has a keen interest in creating projects that blend arts and nature. Her passion lies in languages and working for young souls. In her free time, you will almost always find her being curious about things she hasn’t explored. Anushka is an art programs coordinator at the centre.