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Dr. Rajesh Hiralal Shah
Treasurer

Dr. Rajesh Hiralal Shah
Treasurer
Dr. Rajesh Shah joined Janaseva Foundation as a trustee in 2013 and later became its treasurer. Recently, he obtained his Doctorate and runs his own business empire. Through his grocery business, he donates essential supplies such as groceries, spices, and cleaning materials to various foundation initiatives every month. His father, late Shri Hirabhai Chokhawala, was a Patron and regular donor of the foundation. Dr. Shah has also played an active role in organizing many of the foundation’s events.

Adv. Vijay Keshavlal Saraf
Trustee

Adv. Vijay Keshavlal Saraf
Trustee
A founding trustee of Janaseva Foundation since 1988, Adv. Saraf was one of the signatories of the Trust Deed and served as Secretary for many years. A renowned advocate and notary, he looked after the foundation’s legal affairs until he resigned due to age and health concerns.

Dr. CA Vardhaman Laxmichandji Jain
Trustee
Associated with the foundation since 1990, he served as Treasurer until his growing professional commitments led to his resignation. A renowned Chartered Accountant, he has also obtained a Doctorate and was President of the Pune Branch of C.A. of Maharashtra, Goa, and Gujarat Zone. A dedicated Rotarian and an eloquent speaker, he continues to support the foundation.

Mr. Jaiprakash Pravinchandra Shroff
Trustee
He joined the foundation in 2022 and is a civil engineer (BE), MBA, and LLB graduate. He is the owner of Suya Group – Promoter & Developer and is actively involved in social work. His family has been long-time supporters of Janaseva Foundation, and his mother, Smt. Kanchan Shroff, sponsored the Long-Term Care Centre in memory of her late husband, Pravinchandra K. Shroff.

Dr. Subhash Raghunath Salunke
Trustee

Dr. Subhash Raghunath Salunke
Trustee
Though he formally became a trustee in 2019, he has been a long-time friend and advisor to Dr. Vinod Shah. He has played a crucial role in guiding the foundation, especially in public health, research, WHO, and UN-related matters. A former Assistant Regional Director of WHO SEARO and Director General of Health Services, Maharashtra, he was an advisor to the Government of Maharashtra during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Shri Ashwini Baldevraj Malhotra
Trustee

Shri Ashwini Baldevraj Malhotra
Trustee
Vice Chairman & Managing Director of Weikfield Foods Pvt. Ltd., he is also Vice President & Trustee of the Malhotra Weikfield Foundation and Trustee of Janaseva Foundation. Active in the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) and a past chairman of its Maharashtra State Council, he has led various charitable initiatives.

Mr. Jaydev Muldevbhai Naik
Trustee

Mr. Jaydev Muldevbhai Naik
Trustee
After retiring from Philips as Executive Director, he joined the foundation in 2018. He oversees government programs for the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India.

Shri Nitin Bankatlal Kothari
Trustee

Shri Nitin Bankatlal Kothari
Trustee
Associated with the foundation since 2024, he runs his own business and is also a Trustee of Mahaveer Pratishthan, Pune. His family has strong ties with the foundation, and he plays an active role in donations and event management.

Mrs. Kailash Rajan Patel
Trustee

Mrs. Kailash Rajan Patel
Trustee
A dedicated social worker for over 40 years, she joined Janaseva Foundation in 2004. She plays a crucial role in the Destitute Rehabilitation Centre and Street Children Project.

Prof. Jagannath Pandurang Desai
Trustee

Prof. Jagannath Pandurang Desai
Trustee
A retired professor and educationist, he has been associated since 2015. With double M.A. degrees in Politics and History, he is a skilled orator and citation writer. He also helps in organizing events.

Mr. Danesh Jayantilal Shah
Trustee

Mr. Danesh Jayantilal Shah
Trustee
Joined in 2022, he is a businessman in Import/Export and actively helps in fundraising. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he played a vital role in raising additional funds for the 400-bed girls’ hostel.
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Mrs. Ketki Aditya Deshpande
Trustee

Mrs. Ketki Aditya Deshpande
Trustee
Daughter of Dr. Vinod & Mrs. Meena Shah, she formally joined the foundation in 2023. With an MBA and a successful business, she redesigned the foundation’s office and is a motivational speaker on entrepreneurship. Her husband, Mr. Aditya Deshpande, holds a high-ranking position at HDFC Bank and advises the foundation on financial matters.