Judges
Amarnath Mishra
Amity University
Dr. Amarnath Mishra is currently working as an Associate Professor at the Amity Institute of Forensic Sciences, Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Noida, India. He has over sixteen years of experience in Research, Academics, Administration, Forensic Practice, and Casework. Dr. Mishra has been awarded a Ph.D. degree in Forensic Science with a specialization in Forensic and Analytical Toxicology from the Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture,
Anuruddha Tiwari
Industry Representative
Anuruddha currently serves as the Vice-Chair of the OSAC New Delhi. He also oversees security, safety, and business continuity portfolio of an intergovernmental organization (IGO), overseeing operations in India. He joined UNDP after working for almost two decades at the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), Trident Limited, and Reliance Industries Limited in security, safety and risk management roles.
Col Ashok Prabhakar
Jt. Secy – Ethics & Governance and Head North, GACS
Senior executive professional and Indian Armed Forces veteran adept in leading the day-to-day operations of the businesses in accordance with the strategic plan and operating and capital budgets. Can take overall accountability in overseeing operational requirements including budgets; policy, projects and transport; conferences and events; and management of facilities.
Colonel (Dr) Inderjeet Singh
Director General, Cyber Security Association of India (CSAI)
Colonel (Dr) Inderjeet Singh, is Director General – Cyber Security Association of India (CSAI). With over 30+ years of experience as an Information Systems professional, he has served in the Indian Army, is an alumnus of Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur and Symbiosis Institute of Management, Pune, and holds a Doctorate of Science in Cyber Security
Jyoti Meena
Industry Representative
Kanishka Perera
Executive Director, CSPAC
Kanishka Perera is a seasoned professional with over 18 years of experience in Corporate Services and Security Risk Management with over 18 years of operational, supervisory, and senior managerial exposure
Dr. Malith Dassanayake
CSPAC
Dr. Malith Dassanayake is a seasoned professional with a rich background in Administration and
Operations. He has successfully overseen diverse senior management-level responsibilities throughout his career.
Mompia Saha
Industry Representative
I am the Global Business Continuity leader for EXL, a global analytics and digital solutions company. I assume various risk management roles requiring me to be actively lead and engage in the complete lifecycle deployment of Business Continuity, Pandemic Management, Technology Disaster Recovery, Cyber Crisis Management and maintain oversight on related aspects of employee health and safety, infrastructure and supplier risks.
Narendra Singh Sirola
Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SGCCI)
Mr. Narendra Singh Sirola is currently a Visiting Faculty and ex-Head of the ‘Centre for Corporate and Private Security Studies’ (CCPSS), School of Private, Industrial and Corporate Security Management (SPICSM), Rashtriya Raksha University. He has also worked as Centre Head – Centre for Border Management and Intelligence Studies (CBMIS), School of Internal Security and Police Administration, Rashtriya Raksha University from July 2021.
Neeti Malik
Industry Representative
Neeti is an experienced professional with a strong background in Business Resilience, Crisis Management, ICT Disaster Recovery, Cyber Resilience, Pandemic Management and Risk Management across regions. Neeti has a proven track record of effectively leading and managing Resilience and risk initiatives at the Enterprise level.
Paul Devassy
Sr. Regional VP, ASIS International
Major Paul Devassy, CPP is a gallantry awardee, Risk evangelist professional with over 25 years of experience having wide ranging experience straddling disparate industries. Paul has held leadership roles in Oyo, Amazon, Henkel, Standard Chartered bank, Fidelity & Corporation Bank.
Dr. Pramod Jaiswal
Research Director, Nepal Institute for International Cooperation and Engagement (NIICE)
Dr. Pramod Jaiswal is a Research Director at Nepal Institute for International Cooperation and Engagement. He has been a regular and visiting faculty at different universities of Nepal (Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu University, Pokhara University and Army Command and Staff College) and China (China Foreign Affairs University, Fudan University, Tongji University, and Qinghai University of Nationalities).
Prof. (Dr.) Purvi Pokhariyal
National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU)
Prof. (Dr.) Purvi Pokhariyal is a distinguished academician and legal professional, currently serving as the Dean of the School of Law, Forensic Justice & Policy Studies, and as the Director of the Log Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan Institute of Criminology and Forensic Science (LNJN-NICFS), National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Delhi campus. She also holds the Director, Academic, Research & Consultancy position at NFSU.
Sanjay Jindal
Electronic Security Association of India (ESAI)
1988 : Sanjay Jindal after completing B.E. degree joined a CCTV company in North Delhi.
1990 : Started career as entrepreneur from home.
1994 : Office setup at Karol Bagh with manufacturing of CCTV cameras and accessories.
Sanjay Kaushik CFE, CFAP, CCPS, CATS
ARVP ASIS International Region 13 A
Sanjay Kaushik, CFE, ARVP ASIS International Region 13 A, Former Chairman ASIS International, Chapter 207, India and Managing Director Netrika Consulting India Pvt Ltd, is a recognised expert in Fraud Risk Management, Corporate Security Consulting, Risk Assessment, Investigations, Anti Counterfeit Strategies, with over 28 years of experience including working as Chief Operating Officer of one of the largest Risk Consulting Firm.
Col. Sanjeev Relia (Retired)
Industry Representative
Colonel Sanjeev Relia is a seasoned professional with a distinguished career spanning over thirty-two years in the Corps of Signals, Indian Army. His expertise lies in telecom, establishment of voice and data networks, and cybersecurity. Having served in various capacities, including as part of the Special Forces (NSG) and Brigade Major of a mountain brigade in counter-insurgency operations in Jammu and Kashmir, Col. Relia brings a wealth of experience to his current roles.
Santosh Pathak
Publisher and Editor, SecurityLinkIndia (SLI) Magazine and E-portal
Santosh Pathak is the Publisher and Editor of renowned ‘SecurityLinkIndia’ that is a niche monthly print & e-magazine, and e-news portal on Security (Physical, Electronic, Cyber & Homeland Security), and Fire and Safety. SLI is the leading media in this genre in India with global recognitions that aims to enhance public awareness through knowledge sharing and leveraging the strengths of the Security & Fire Safety Industries to create a safe and crime-free environment.
Capt. SB Tyagi COAC’CC*, FISM, CSC, CSP – ICISS
International Council for Industrial Security and Safety Management (ICISS)
He holds Masters’ degrees in Philosophy, Sociology, Defence Studies & Political Science beside B.Sc. and LLB. He is also holding Master’s degree in Business Administration and post graduate diplomas in Business Administration, Personnel Management & Industrial Relations and Safety & Security Management.
Shekhar Mehta
Global Association for Corporate Services (GACS)
Shekhar Mehta is a seasoned Security Professional with 21-year experience in Security Management which includes Governance and Control, Security Operation, Security Projects, and other domains related to a modern-day senior security management role. He specializes in transport security regulations and practices.
Sudhir Bhasin
National Vice President, Central Association of Private Security Industry – CAPSI
Sudhir Bhasin has been part of the Private Security Industry (PSI) for the past 34 years and is currently the Managing Director of Elite Securitas Private Limited (‘Elite’). He is a serial entrepreneur having successfully started several businesses alongside ‘Elite.’ Having been member of ‘CAPSI’ since it’s inception, is currently a national office bearer holding the post of National Vice President.
Lt. Gen. Sudhir Sharma
Enterprise Asia
Maj. Gen. Vikram Singh COAS CC* (Retd.), CSM – ICISS
International Council for Industrial Security and Safety Management (ICISS)
He was Chief Instructor at Army War College till April 2022, commanding a training team of 6 Brigadiers and 50 Colonels for training of 1800 middle level Army officers per year. He was General Officer Commanding (GOC) of an Infantry Division in western theatre.
Veena Gupta
Founder-President, WESS
Veena Gupta is the Founder of Seam Group of Companies, having offices in Singapore, the US, and India. She is also the Founder & President of an NGO called WESS which works towards Women’s Empowerment Safety & Security . She has launched a Women Safety App by the name of MSMR.
Amarnath Mishra
Associate Professor – Amity University, Noida
Dr. Amarnath Mishra is currently working as an Associate Professor at the Amity Institute of Forensic Sciences, Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Noida, India. Prior to this, he has worked as a Founder Head of Institution & Professor at the Lloyd Institute of Forensic Science, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh (affiliated to the National Forensic Sciences University, Gandhinagar, Gujarat), as an Associate Professor at the School of Forensics, Risk Management & National Security, Rashtriya Raksha University, Gandhinagar, Gujarat (An Institution of National Importance) (Pioneering National Security and Police University of India), Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, Department of Forensic Science, Amity University Dubai Campus, United Arab Emirates, as an Associate Professor at the Department of Forensic Medicine, National Medical College, Birgunj affiliated to Tribhuvan University and College of Medical Sciences, Bharatpur affiliated to Kathmandu University recognized by Nepal Medical Council and approved by Government of Nepal, Ministry of Education. He has over sixteen years of experience in Research, Academics, Administration, Forensic Practice, and Casework.
Dr. Mishra has been awarded a Ph.D. degree in Forensic Science with a specialization in Forensic and Analytical Toxicology from the Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology & Sciences, Prayagraj (formerly SHIATS, Allahabad) in collaboration with the Central Forensic Science Laboratory, Chandigarh, DFS, MHA, Govt. of India. He has completed his M.Phil. degree in Biochemistry with a specialization in Forensic Biochemistry from Vinayaka Missions University, Salem, Tamilnadu, India. He has completed his M.Sc. degree in Forensic Science with a specialization in Forensic Serology & DNA Fingerprinting from the Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology & Sciences, Prayagraj (formerly AAIDU, Allahabad) in collaboration with the Central Forensic Science Laboratory, Hyderabad, DFS, MHA, Govt. of India. He has worked as Research Scholar (May 2007 – August 2008) for the pilot study on “Non-registration of F.I.R.” at Police Stations conducted by the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D), MHA, Govt. of India. He has completed his B.Sc. degree in Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology from Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. He has qualified UGC-NET Exam. June 2007 for Lectureship in Forensic Science.
Dr. Mishra has published 7 books, 27 book chapters, and more than 65 research articles in reputed peer-reviewed national and international journals and presented around 25 papers at national and international conferences, attended more than 65 conferences, seminars, workshops, FDPs, and refresher courses. He has delivered more than 21 invited talks at various national and international events. He has granted/published 5 national & international patents.
Dr. Mishra has supervised three Ph.D. students in the area of issue and perspective of DNA typing, method development for the analysis of anaesthetic drugs and detection of fire accelerants in arson cases. He has guided more than 200 undergraduate and postgraduate students in various programs i.e., B.Sc., B.Tech., M.Sc., M.B.B.S., and M.D for their major projects and dissertations. He has organized training sessions and delivered lectures to more than 100 Investigating Officers of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Ministry of Personnel, Pension & Public Grievances, Govt. of India, and Officials from different countries under the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (e-ITEC) Programme, Development Partnership Administration, Ministry of External Affairs, Govt. of India and other Investigating, National Security & Risk Management personals.
Dr. Mishra is a recipient of the Academic Excellence Award and International Distinguished Academic Leader Award. He is an N.A.B.L. empanelled Technical Assessor for ISO/IEC17025. He is a paper setter and an external examiner for various academic institutions and recruitment agencies. He is an editorial board member in different reputed National and International journals. He has taught as a visiting faculty at various Institutions like the Department of Forensic Science and Criminology of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (A Central University), National P.G. College, University of Lucknow, India, etc. He has organized more than fifteen events.
Dr. Mishra is a Freelance Forensic Expert and Medico-legal Consultant for the Court of Law under section 45 and section 65B of the Indian Evidence Act 1872. He has also contributed his knowledge and experiences in TV and Radio programs as a Forensic Expert & Subject Specialist. He is the founder of Aspire Forensics and Amar Educational and Social Welfare Trust. In addition to his above assignments, he is serving many professional bodies along with lifetime membership.
Anuruddha Tiwari
Industry Representative
Anuruddha currently serves as the Vice-Chair of the OSAC New Delhi. He also oversees security, safety, and business continuity portfolio of an intergovernmental organization (IGO), overseeing operations in India.
He joined UNDP after working for almost two decades at the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), Trident Limited, and Reliance Industries Limited in security, safety and risk management roles.
His educational qualifications include a Master in Business Administration and Social Work, as well as a bachelor’s degree in Science and Education from the Regional Institute of Education (RIE), MoE, Bhopal.
He holds certificates in Security Programme from the UN Staff College and in Procurement and Supply Operations from CIPS.
Col Ashok Prabhakar
Jt. Secy – Ethics & Governance and Head North, GACS
Senior executive professional and Indian Armed Forces veteran adept in leading the day-to-day operations of the businesses in accordance with the strategic plan and operating and capital budgets. Can take overall accountability in overseeing operational requirements including budgets; policy, projects and transport; conferences and events; and management of facilities.
Having wide variety of experiences both in the armed forces and corporate sector, including IT/ ITES, to handling operations in steel building material manufacturing industry, now moving into an organisation which is equally at ease with the lowest rungs of society as also with those in the highest levels of Corp prominence a-la stock exchanges, I will love to connect with like-minded professionals through LinkedIn and share my experiences of the armed forces, IT/ ITES industry and manufacturing world.
Colonel (Dr) Inderjeet Singh
Director General – Cyber Security Association of India (CSAI)
Colonel (Dr) Inderjeet Singh, is Director General – Cyber Security Association of India (CSAI). With over 30+ years of experience as an Information Systems professional, he has served in the Indian Army, is an alumnus of Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur and Symbiosis Institute of Management, Pune, and holds a Doctorate of Science in Cyber Security. He is working on Threat Intelligence, Darknet Forensics, Cryptocurrency forensics, Security of Critical Information Infrastructure, Asset Management Solutions and many more.
He has spoken at TEDx events twice. He has provided instruction and guidance on Cybercrime Prevention, Cyberterrorism, Darknet forensics, and Cryptocurrency forensics to Law Enforcement Agencies, Colleges, and the general public. Additionally, he emphasizes the value of “Cyber Citizenship” among the populace.
He is a permanent representative to United Nations Office at Geneva as part of International Organization for Educational Development, UN ECOSOC
He is Author of Books and Research papers and has been consistently been awarded for his work.
Jyoti Meena
Industry Representative
Kanishka Perera
Executive Director, CSPAC
Kanishka Perera is a seasoned professional with over 18 years of experience in Corporate Services and Security Risk Management with over 18 years of operational, supervisory, and senior managerial exposure in Multinational and local Conglomerates in the fields of Banking, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Logistics. Currently, he serves as the Executive Director of the Corporate Services Professionals Association of Ceylon (CSPAC) a dedicated professional body for the benefit of corporate services professionals with the objectives of networking, career development, education, training & mentoring in the areas of Protective security, Facility Management, Logistics & Secretarial services in Sri Lanka.
Dr. Malith Dassanayake
CSPAC
Dr. Malith Dassanayake is a seasoned professional with a rich background in Administration and Operations. He has successfully overseen diverse senior management-level responsibilities throughout his career. With a strong emphasis on financial management, safety, and customer satisfaction, he has consistently delivered optimal outcomes. His expertise includes strategic leadership, effective communication, and specialized skills in Customer Relationship Management (CRM) & he’s a Ph.D. holder from Commonwealth Peace University – USA. Currently, he serves as the Director-Development of the Corporate Services Professionals Association of Ceylon (CSPAC)
Mompia Saha
Industry Representative
I am the Global Business Continuity leader for EXL, a global analytics and digital solutions company. I assume various risk management roles requiring me to be actively lead and engage in the complete lifecycle deployment of Business Continuity, Pandemic Management, Technology Disaster Recovery, Cyber Crisis Management and maintain oversight on related aspects of employee health and safety, infrastructure and supplier risks. An integral part of my charter is to ensure compliance to various industry standards such as ISO 22301, ISO27001, ISO 45001, PCI DSS, HITRUST, HIPAA,SOX, SOC2 and SSAE requirements pertaining to business continuity and disaster recovery practices.
Few of my recent industry recognitions include:
DRI Program Leader of the year (Private Sector) 2023
BCI India & South Asia Continuity and Resilience Professional (Private Sector) 2022
BCI India & South Asia Continuity and Resilience Professional (Private Sector) 2021
Narendra Singh Sirola
Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SGCCI) Industrial Safety and Security Committee
Mr. Narendra Singh Sirola is currently a Visiting Faculty and ex-Head of the ‘Centre for Corporate and Private Security Studies’ (CCPSS), School of Private, Industrial and Corporate Security Management (SPICSM), Rashtriya Raksha University. He has also worked as Centre Head – Centre for Border Management and Intelligence Studies (CBMIS), School of Internal Security and Police Administration, Rashtriya Raksha University from July 2021.
He holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Labour Laws, Labour Welfare & Personnel Management from Rajasthan University, and Post Graduate Degree in Public Administration from Rajasthan University. He has more than 37 years of diversified experience in the domain of Personnel & Administration, Labour Welfare, Intelligence, Vigilance, Corporate Security, Port Security, K9 Management, Safety, ISO Audits, etc.
He has worked with various organizations including the Intelligence Bureau (MHA, Govt of India), Public Undertakings and Corporate sectors viz; National Engineering Ltd (Birla Group), UP State Spinning Mill (Public Undertaking), Gujarat Industries Power Co. Ltd (Public Undertaking), Essar Group, Adani Group, Peo-Pal Solutions, Tagros Chemicals. He has superannuated from Adani Group as General Manager – Security Services.
Apart from other important responsibilities he has raised a K9 Squad in Rashtriya Raksha University. He was also the course coordinator and Faculty for Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Safety and Security (PGDISS). Presently he is a Visiting Faculty with Rashtriya Raksha University.
He was a Jury Member in “BM Security World” for selection of “Outstanding Security Performance Awards 2023 India”.
He is also in the Panel initiated by Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and CAPSI for standardization of Private Security Agencies – Requirements for training and service delivery. He is a qualified Lead Auditor for ISOs 9001/14001/45001.
He is also Member of Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SGCCI) Industrial Safety and Security Committee.
Neeti Malik
Industry Representative
Neeti is an experienced professional with a strong background in Business Resilience, Crisis Management, ICT Disaster Recovery, Cyber Resilience, Pandemic Management and Risk Management across regions. Neeti has a proven track record of effectively leading and managing Resilience and risk initiatives at the Enterprise level. With a proven industry experience of over 25+ years and over 15+ years in Resilience Management alone she has worked for organizations like Tata Elxsi, Hewlett Packard, IBM, CSC (now DXC) to name a few.
Neeti has consulted several fortune 500 organizations on Building and Maintaining Resilience and Crisis Management programs.
Paul Devassy
Sr. Regional VP, ASIS International
Major Paul Devassy, CPP is a gallantry awardee, Risk evangelist professional with over 25 years of experience having wide ranging experience straddling disparate industries. Paul has held leadership roles in Oyo, Amazon, Henkel, Standard Chartered bank, Fidelity & Corporation Bank.
Presently performing the role of Head Safety & Security for WTW for Australasia & CEEMEA. Paul has given lectures at Asis International meets at Orlando, Macau and numerous other locations on various aspects of risk. He has published articles in professional journals and has contributed to books published internationally. Paul believes in volunteering as a means of facilitating the growth of the next wave of risk leaders. He has also represented ACSG in India & is presently the Senior Regional Vice President for South Asia in Asis – the world’s largest forum of security professionals. Paul rounds himself off by being a consummate family man, a gourmet cook, an avid calisthenics practitioner & a Krav Maga exponent.
Dr. Pramod Jaiswal
Research Director, Nepal Institute for International Cooperation and Engagement (NIICE)
Dr. Pramod Jaiswal is a Research Director at Nepal Institute for International Cooperation and Engagement. He has been a regular and visiting faculty at different universities of Nepal (Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu University, Pokhara University and Army Command and Staff College) and China (China Foreign Affairs University, Fudan University, Tongji University, and Qinghai University of Nationalities).
He is Visiting Fellow at Sandia National Laboratories, Cooperative Monitoring Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico, US; Senior Fellow at the Institute of Peace and Conflict Studies, New Delhi and Researcher at South Asian Studies, Institute of Asian Studies, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok. Previously, he has worked with Manohar Parikkar Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses, New Delhi and as Delhi Correspondent with the Rising Nepal.
He is the Member of the Editorial Board, Journal of International Affairs, Kathmandu; Member of the Academic Committee at the Pangoal Institution, Beijing; Member of International Advisory Committee, Journal of Liberty and International Affairs, Macedonia; and the Editor in Chief of Journal of Security and International Studies and member of Subject Committee of International Relations and Diplomacy, Tribhuvan University. He holds Masters, M. Phil and PhD from School of International Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. He is the recipient of Silver Jubilee Scholarship and SAARC Doctoral Fellowship from Indian Council for Cultural Relations, Government of India. He has authored, edited and co-edited around dozens of books on China and South Asia affairs.
Prof. (Dr.) Purvi Pokhariyal
Dean of the School of Law, Forensic Justice & Policy Studies and Director of Delhi Campus (LNJN-NICFS)
National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU)
Prof. (Dr.) Purvi Pokhariyal is a distinguished academician and legal professional, currently serving as the Dean of the School of Law, Forensic Justice & Policy Studies, and as the Director of the Log Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan Institute of Criminology and Forensic Science (LNJN-NICFS), National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Delhi campus. She also holds the Director, Academic, Research & Consultancy position at NFSU. She is recognized for her expertise in Criminal Justice Studies and Forensic Justice Education.
Her outstanding contributions have garnered prestigious accolades, including the Senior Social Scientist Award from the Indian Society of Criminology, the Best Law Professor Award from the Business School Affairs & Dewang Mehta National Education Awards, and the Wonder Woman Award by Times Group, in March 2020. Prof. Pokhariyal’s impact extends globally through her roles as a visiting faculty, at HOF University, Germany, and a global professor at Tashkent State University of Law, Uzbekistan. She shattered glass ceilings by becoming the first female Chairperson of the Indian Society of Criminology, showcasing her pioneering leadership.
She has authored & edited several books including “Forensic Justice: A Global Perspective,” “Artificial Intelligence for Risk Mitigation in the Financial Industry,” and “Artificial Intelligence and Law”. Prof. Pokhariyal has spearheaded innovative and futuristic programs in legal education, focusing on areas such as B.Sc. LL. B (H), integrating Data Science and Law, and LL.M in Cyber Crime Investigation. Her association with the State Judicial Academy and Police Academy as a resource person underscores her impact on legal education and administration further, she actively engages with law enforcement agencies, contributing significantly to training programs.
Sanjay Jindal
Electronic Security Association of India (ESAI)
JOURNEY SO FAR in gratitude to our clients, suppliers, customers & team members.
1988 : Sanjay Jindal after completing B.E. degree joined a CCTV company in North Delhi.
1990 : Started career as entrepreneur from home.
1994 : Office setup at Karol Bagh with manufacturing of CCTV cameras and accessories.
2001 : Launching of Matrix and Remote Switchers made CCTV more cost effective.
2008 : Commissioned a factory with 5,000 sq.ft. area.
2013 : Started IP range of CCTV Products.
2018 : Addition of product verticals to provide customers with best ELV products under one roof.
2022 : Using covid as an opportunity. Expanded product categories to 54+ to serve the Society in a big way.
2024 : Pan India Presence in Tier 1 and Tier 2 Cities (100+)
Sanjay Kaushik
ARVP, ASIS International Region 13 A
Sanjay Kaushik, CFE, ARVP ASIS International Region 13 A, Former Chairman ASIS International, Chapter 207, India and Managing Director Netrika Consulting India Pvt Ltd, is a recognised expert in Fraud Risk Management, Corporate Security Consulting, Risk Assessment, Investigations, Anti Counterfeit Strategies, with over 28 years of experience including working as Chief Operating Officer of one of the largest Risk Consulting Firm.
Sanjay is an active member of FICCI Homeland Secuirty Committee, FICCI CASCADE and ASSOCHAM IPR Committee.
Netrika, under the leadership of Sanjay has won the “Best IP Enforcment Firm of the year 2021” by ASSOCHAM” “Entrepreneur of the year award 2022” and ’Most successful Risk consulting company 2018’. Sanjay has been conferred with “Fraud investigator of the year 2017” by Wealth & Finance International, U K. He is the proud Recipient of Prestigious “Investigation Professional of the year 2012” Award in the 7th Security Leadership Summit.
Netrika, under the leadership of Sanjay has also won the “Security Design of the Year” award by Secutech in 2015
Sanjay is authorised trainer for Certified Fraud Examiner. He is a trainer for Transport Asset Protection association (TAPA) and have helped many Corporates in securing their supply chain in international borders. Sanjay is trainer and speaker on various investigation techniques globally.
Sanjay is Member of ASIS International, Association of Certified Fraud Examiner (ACFE), Council of International Investigators (C.I.I), World Association of Detectives, and FICCI Homeland Committee.
Sanjay have been Chairman of Law Enforcement Council of ASIS India and Ex-Chairman for Loss Prevention Council of ASIS India, Delhi Chapter # 207.
Col Sanjeev Relia (Retired)
Industry Representative
Colonel Sanjeev Relia is a seasoned professional with a distinguished career spanning over thirty-two years in the Corps of Signals, Indian Army. His expertise lies in telecom, establishment of voice and data networks, and cybersecurity. Having served in various capacities, including as part of the Special Forces (NSG) and Brigade Major of a mountain brigade in counter-insurgency operations in Jammu and Kashmir, Col. Relia brings a wealth of experience to his current roles.
As the Chief Strategy Officer of Athenian Tech, he is actively involved in implementing projects related to cybersecurity and cybersecurity training. Additionally, Col. Relia serves as a consultant for the Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue, a Geneva-based think tank, where he contributes to the Cyber Conflict Resolution team, focusing on various aspects of India-Pakistan cyber conflict.
A published author, Col. Relia’s book “Cyber Warfare and Its Implications on National Security” reflects his deep insights into the governance of the internet, cybersecurity, and cyber warfare. His research work at the United Services Institution of India adds to his credentials, further solidifying his standing as an expert in the field.
In the realm of information technology, Col. Relia has been instrumental in projects involving LANs, WANs, and security overlays. His extensive involvement in telecommunication projects, both within and outside the military, showcases his commitment to advancing communication infrastructure.
Col. Relia’s significant contributions to cybersecurity include his role in establishing cybersecurity infrastructure, conducting cyber audits, and implementing policies during his service in the Indian Army. He has also collaborated with organizations such as Alea Consulting, Tracelay India, and ThinkCyber India, providing valuable advice on cybersecurity projects, audits, and training.
As a visiting Fellow at the United Services Institution of India and a trainer for CII, Col. Relia actively shares his knowledge through seminars, lectures, and training sessions. His engagements at international conferences, panel discussions, and representation of the Embassy of India in Seoul underline his global perspective on cybersecurity challenges.
With a rich educational background encompassing military qualifications and civil certifications in cybersecurity, ethical hacking, and cyber laws, Col. Sanjeev Relia stands as a distinguished authority in the field, contributing significantly to the intersection of national security and cyber defense.
Santosh Pathak
Publisher and Editor, SecurityLinkIndia (SLI) Magazine and E-portal
Santosh Pathak is the Publisher and Editor of renowned ‘SecurityLinkIndia’ that is a niche monthly print & e-magazine, and e-news portal on Security (Physical, Electronic, Cyber & Homeland Security), and Fire and Safety. SLI is the leading media in this genre in India with global recognitions that aims to enhance public awareness through knowledge sharing and leveraging the strengths of the Security & Fire Safety Industries to create a safe and crime-free environment. They have been presented with Security Media Leadership Awards consecutively for five years by CAPSI, one of the largest security associations in India.
A versatile professional, ranging from a successful teacher to a successful marketing professional in – Product, Finance, and Advertising and Merchandising, – and now in writing, publishing, advertising and editing, Santosh has seen the security industry very closely and over the period attained a wide experience and expertise of the field.
Other than the important conferences and exhibitions in India, SLI regularly participates and covers pertinent events across globe including Intersec, Interpol, Milipol, ASIS, etc.
Shekhar Mehta
Global Association for Corporate Services (GACS)
Shekhar Mehta is a seasoned Security Professional with 21-year experience in Security Management which includes Governance and Control, Security Operation, Security Projects, and other domains related to a modern-day senior security management role. He specializes in transport security regulations and practices. Specially trained and highly experienced in protective services including Close Protection, Executive Protection and Event & Venue Security, along with the safety and security of business travelers in South Asia Region and well versed in global best practices in security management particularly standards and guidelines advocated by International Standard Organisation (ISO).
Shekhar is active amongst fraternity groups like GACS – Security Advisory Wing (Core Member), PSP (Core Committee Member), ASIS Member – Pune and Mumbai Chapters
Sudhir Bhasin
Central Association of Private Security Industry – India
Sudhir Bhasin has been part of the Private Security Industry (PSI) for the past 34 years and is currently the Managing Director of Elite Securitas Private Limited (‘Elite’). He is a serial entrepreneur having successfully started several businesses alongside ‘Elite.’ Having been member of ‘CAPSI’ since it’s inception, is currently a national office bearer holding the post of National Vice President. Alongside he is also member of the Ethics Committee of CAPSI and is the Co-Chairman of the Conference and Seminar Committee. CAPSI has been pro-actively involved in the betterment of the PSI in India by helping the various private security agencies (PSA) get more organized and compliant. Sudhir Bhasin has been part of the technical committee involved on behalf of CAPSI in ‘STAR Rating’ for PSA’s through QCI and is also part of the core group representing CAPSI in the committee setup to formulate International Standards by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) for Guarding Services provided by the PSI in India that shall help standardization of PSAs in India and the training and upskilling of Indian security personnel for job opportunities overseas. During his tenure in the private security space Sudhir Bhasin has been conferred by several awards during the CAPSI National Leadership Summit/s namely ‘Security Leadership Award in 2018 by Shri Syed Shanawaz Hussain (MP and BJP National Spokesperson), “Exemplary Leadership Award’ in 2019 and ‘Security Entrepreneur of the Year (North)’ in 2021 by Gen. V.K. Singh (Retd) Hon’ble Minister of State for Road Transport and Civil Aviation and was conferred the Badge of Honor and Scroll by the Hon’ble Minister for Home, Shri G Kishan Reddy in recognition of the selfless service provided and leadership displayed during the Covid 19 pandemic.
Lt. Gen. Sudhir Sharma
Enterprise Asia
Lt. Gen Sudhir Sharma has handled distinguished leadership, staff, instructional and diplomatic assignments, including command of the largest operational force in the world. He has lead and modernized the logistics of the 1.3 million-strong Indian Army, and was India’s Defence Attaché in London. He has been on the Board/Panel of Advisors/Governors of large Indian/global corporations.
Lt. Gen Sharma is an acknowledged thought leader and expert on defence, homeland and corporate security. He advises corporations, defence, diplomatic and homeland security (HLS) think-tanks, and is a speaker and author of repute. He has been providing his valuable insights on the most salient economic and political risk factors hovering over the globe, in major international forums like The Horasis Annual Meeting, Switzerland & Ireland, Global Arab Summit, Secure Tech etc.
Lt Gen Sharma has been decorated for gallantry as well as distinguished service. He has been felicitated on two occasions by the President of India for leadership and devotion to duty and country.
Capt. SB Tyagi COAC’CC*, FISM, CSC, CSP – ICISS
International Council for Industrial Security and Safety Management (ICISS)
He holds Masters’ degrees in Philosophy, Sociology, Defence Studies & Political Science beside B.Sc. and LLB. He is also holding Master’s degree in Business Administration and post graduate diplomas in Business Administration, Personnel Management & Industrial Relations and Safety & Security Management. Twenty eight years’ experience (including Army) in the field. Retired form GAIL (India) Limited as Chief of Security, he is full time devoted to the activities of ICISSM.
He has been a regular faculty in Management Institutes. Various articles are published in related magazines and internet sites. Writer of bestselling book on Industrial Security – “Industrial Security: Management & Strategies”. Made presentations in more than 18 international seminars on the subjects of homeland security and industrial security. He is bestowed the most coveted ‘Best Security Manger’ award on 30th August 2007. He has been recognized in past too for the similar qualities when he was awarded ‘Best Security Manager’ in 2002 and ‘Best Security Operation Manager’ in 2004. He is given ‘Certification of Recognition’ and awarded as ‘Best Security Practitioner’ in GAIL in year 2009. He is recipient of “Award of Fellowship (FISM)” and is “Certified Security & safety Consultant (CSC)”. ‘SECONA Shield’ has adjudged him as “Best CSO of the Year” for year 2016.
He is astute security consultant with in-depth knowledge of best practices and the technologies suitable to specific needs. His cost-effective security solutions are found to be pragmatic and helpful in loss prevention. His ‘out-of-the-box’ approaches have been path-breaking in modelling new concepts in security management. He has co-authored best-selling book – “Industrial Security: Management & Strategies”. Both as ‘thought leader’ and outstanding professional, Capt. Tyagi is well recognized world over for his achievements.
Maj. Gen. Vikram Singh COAS CC* (Retd.), CSM – ICISS
International Council for Industrial Security and Safety Management (ICISS)
Maj. Gen. Vikram Singh, COAS (Retd.) was Chief Instructor at Army War College till April 2022, commanding a training team of 6 Brigadiers and 50 Colonels for training of 1800 middle level Army officers per year. He was General Officer Commanding (GOC) of an Infantry Division in western theater.
As Brigadier, he has performed the duties of Operations Staff Officer for Central Theaters Operational Duties. Prior to that, he has also served at Technology Resource Center of Army Design Bureau. He has commanded a mountain brigade in the Northern Border and also served as Director (Concept and Force Application) in the Directorate General of Strategic Planning of Integrated Headquarters of Defense.
A proud recipient of Sword of Honor from OTA, and twice awarded Army Chief’s Commendation Cards, his career progression has been amazing and skill and knowledge he has acquired during such strategically important assignments makes him suitable for leadership positions. He is highly experienced (29 years’ service in Indian Army and 7 years in corporate sector) with proven skills in managing Safety and security issues of establishments, managing large human resource deployments, logistics & mobility.
Veena Gupta
Founder-President, WESS
Veena Gupta is the Founder of Seam Group of Companies, having offices in Singapore, the US, and India. She is also the Founder & President of an NGO called WESS which works towards Women’s Empowerment Safety & Security . She has launched a Women Safety App by the name of MSMR. and Author of Book- MSMR, Veena is a TEDx Speaker, Life Coach, Lead Auditor ISO 27000-13, Crime Prevention through Environment Design Specialist, Security Practitioner with expertise in, Cyber Crime and Harrasment Expert , Executive Protection, Integrated Security & Fire Systems Consultancy, Audits & Risk Assessments. She is an author, certified POSH, and self Defence Trainer, she is Martin Artist in Krav Maga by Passion.
Veena, has been a keen Cyber Warrior and has conducted several workshops and webinars on Cyber Crime, Virtual Virtual Harassment, Cyber Sexual Redressal Remides, Virtual Posh and Cyber Child Abuse, Cyber bullying etc. A intensive learner of Ethical Hacking, Dark Net, Web Fusion and Malware Analysis.
Officially Appointed as Dy Chief Warden of Gurugram Civil Defense. Has won more than 1000 Awards & Accolades. With an overall experience of 25+ years, she has imparted training to millions, and to further share her thoughts, ideas and knowledge has her own YouTube Channel.
Ex-Chairman for Loss Prevention Council of ASIS India, Delhi Chapter # 207.