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 

A seasoned, visionary, and enterprising women security leader with over two decades of extensive experience and a proven track record of agility; excelling in designing, Implemention, and management of robust physical security strategies tailored to the ever evolving needs of growing businesses in a variety of environments spanning across state-of-the-art Data Centers, Telecommunications, IT Consulting, IT Risk management, and Hospitality industries.

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

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.

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.