Some people hope for ‘Change’ and there are some who make it happen! Dr Cdr Kartikay Saini is the catalyst who relentlessly challenges ‘clichés’ to bring a revolution in society..
Here’s a brief sketch of the leader who is on a headlong pursuit to make education, not only an inclusive proposal but also endeavours to stake a claim in the holistic future of learning.
An ex-commander of the Indian Navy Dr Cdr Kartikay Saini has spent more than three decades of his distinguished career serving the Country in the Defence and civil world. Currently, he holds the following distinguished positions that underline his leadership and entrepreneurial skills, in addition to numerous other positions on the Boards of Schools and Management institutions.
Here’s a quick look…
Dr Cdr Kartikay Saini, is the Founder Chairman of Scottish High International School, Gurgaon. Former Chairman of Special Olympics India, he is also the former Chairman of Unified Sports Advisory Board of Asia Pacific and Board member of Special Olympics International, Washington, mentoring 177 countries of the world including continents of America, Africa, Asia, and Europe.
Adding to his eminence, Dr Saini heads the Autism Research Centre of India and is also the Board Member-The Golf Foundation of India and an Advisory Board Member- INTED Spain.
AWARDS & ACCOLADES-
Dr Cdr Kartikay Saini, featured in the Nov 2024 edition of TIME magazine.
Indeed , his work is applauded across the world . If we may recall, Forbes magazine had also featured him earlier as the Education Change Maker and so did the Economic Times .
Dr. Saini has received many awards and accolades for his distinct social, educational and pro bono campaigns, pan India.
With more than 200 national and international awards outlining his influential presence in the academic arena, the stars on his mantle describe the decades of his dedication and commitment towards Nation building.
Dr. Saini was awarded with the Education Stalwarts of the Year 2022 by Education Today.
Dr. Saini was awarded the Best Education Leader of the Year 2022-23 at the Indian Education and Edtech Awards.
Dr.Kartikay Saini was advocated special needs education through his expertise and experience by participating in ‘The Special Kids International Summit 2020’. Dr. Kartikay Saini was amongst the 31 experts from worldwide, in the field of Autism. He helped to bring a very empathic perspective and practical viewpoints to approaching children with Special Needs.
Dr. Kartikay Saini has been recognized as “Future 50 Leader Shaping Success,2019” and was honored for his contributions as a Leader who has played an instrumental role in growth of their Institutions, at the Amity School Leadership Summit 2019.
Felicitated by the House of Commons in 2019 by the Members of the British Parliament as the ‘Educationist of the Year’, Dr Cdr Kartikay Saini has successfully made his vision for Education ‘a Global statement’.
Dr. Kartikay Saini was awarded by the President of Mauritius, His Excellency Mr Prithvirajsing Roopun (alongwith the Vice Prime Minister Mrs Leela Dookun), for Excellence in Education.
Dr. Saini was recently been felicitated by the Govt of Sri Lanka for his outstanding contribution to Education and has been appointed as the SUNFO Goodwill Ambassador of Sri Lanka for India, for the UN sustainable Goals 2030.
He was also invited by the Oxford University London for a talk with faculty & students on Youth Leadership and Inclusive Education. Dr. Saini is one of the three Indian speakers invited at the Oxford University this year, the last one being Mr Shashi Tharoor, Member of Parliament.
Dr Cdr Kartikay Saini was invited for a TEDx Talk at Man Sagar Lake Jaipur to speak on disability and inclusion in “Leading by Example”
Felicitated by the Govt of Sri Lanka for his outstanding contribution to Education. Dr. Saini has been honoured with the highest rank status of ‘Sustainable Goodwill Ambassador’ by SUNFO Global Federation, Honorary Consulate General for Sustainable Diplomacy of Sri Lanka for UN Sustainable Goals 2030.
NOTEWORTHY CONTRIBUTIONS-
Dr Cdr Kartikay Saini has received noteworthy recognition for his social work and education of people with disabilities and much-admired by many Heads of Global organizations and Country heads of ‘Special Olympics International’ in Asia and Europe as well as America.
Prominent personalities like Dr Timothy Shriver (nephew of US President John F Kennedy), Consulate General of India Ms Neeta Bhushan at Chicago USA, the Bhutan Government Special Olympics, and CEO- Special Olympics International, Ms Mary Davis have lauded his meritorious contributions in the same.
WEALTH OF EXPERIENCE-
Coupled with creditable accomplishments at the National and International levels, Dr Cdr Saini has a wealth of experience which he shares through various workshops and seminars as a key speaker.
He has led various workshops on leadership and governance in different parts of the world-Spain, Switzerland, China, U.S.A, Macau, Philippines, Malaysia, to mention a few.
His ideas, concepts and views on various issues catch on like wildfire, which is why he has been invited to lead conferences and workshops across the world and honoured for his excellent humanitarian work in the field of disability. His workshops include the Academies of Asia Pacific, Europe Eurasia Youth summits, America’s Youth Congress, etc. Leading youth conferences and inspiring thousands, Dr Saini has been one of the ‘most wanted’ speakers in India and across the globe.
A LEADER WITH MANY STRENGTHS-
Having the undertones of an accomplished leader, every sort marks out Dr Cdr Kartikay Saini’s multilateral appeal! Adding to his persona and distinctions are his manifold interests and pursuits that are simply an act to his credit.
His exceptional oratory skills and proficiency in music and drama distinguish his versatility and across-the-board character. Not to forget his passion for Golf that he says is “a meditation of the body and mind”.
His skills in writing and poetry reflect his creative side, setting him apart from the regular rest. A keen writer who has contributed to several journals and magazines including the US proceedings, USA, Dr Cdr Kartikay Saini truly embodies the qualities of a well-rounded leader who has all the makings of a true statesman.
