International Steering Committee

G. Balasubramanian Dr. Sadhana Parashar Dr. Rajesh Hassija Kevin Baird Dr. Swati Popat Vats Dr. Jesús Jara Mrs. Abha Meghe Dr. Andrew Ordover Humphrey Chan Pamit Anand Vishnu Patro Pramod Sharma Dr. Usha Ram Dr. Punam Kashyap Ms. Sangeeta Krishan Giri Balasubramaniam

Guiding Excellence. Shaping the Future with Integrity and Inclusivity.

The SPARK Olympiads bring together some of the most distinguished minds in Indian and global education. With deep expertise in assessment innovation, student engagement, and large-scale assessment management, the Committee ensures that the SPARK Olympiads are future-ready, aligned with NEP 2020 and NCF, and driven by the highest standards of academic integrity and inclusivity.

Dr. Punam Kashyap

Former Director - Delhi World Foundation

Dr. Punam Kashyap is an accomplished educationist with over four decades of experience in curriculum reform, teacher training, and academic quality enhancement. She currently serves as Director of Education at the Delhi World Foundation and is the Founder Director of Eduquest India. Widely respected for her contributions to school education, she has led numerous national-level training programs and academic audits.

Her work reflects a deep commitment to inclusive, learner-centred practices and educational excellence. Dr. Kashyap has been recognized with numerous accolades, including a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Government of India.

Together, the members of the Spark Olympiads Steering Committee have influenced over 25,000 schools, led reforms at national and international levels, and shaped educational experiences for millions of learners. Their combined expertise ensures that Spark Olympiads are not just assessments but a national movement towards future-ready learning.