ITHIHAS HERITAGE FOUNDATION
Leadership & Advisory Board
Dr. Bala Venkateswara Rao Sankuratri
Founder & Director
Dr. Bala Venkateswara Rao Sankuratri is the Founder and Director of ITHIHAS HERITAGE FOUNDATION. He is an independent researcher, author, and speaker known for his work relating to heritage, culture, Ramayana studies, historical continuity, and Bharat–Sri Lanka heritage relations. His vision for the Foundation is to create a long-term institutional platform dedicated to heritage preservation, cultural awareness, research, publications, and meaningful global engagement.
Sridevi Sankuratri
Director
Sridevi Sankuratri serves as Director of ITHIHAS HERITAGE FOUNDATION. She is deeply enthusiastic about contributing towards meaningful social, cultural, and heritage-oriented initiatives. She actively supports the Foundation’s vision relating to heritage preservation, educational outreach, and cultural initiatives, contributing towards strengthening the Foundation’s long-term mission and community-centered approach.
Advisory Board & Research Advisors
A distinguished network of scholars, cultural leaders, and heritage experts providing strategic guidance and intellectual depth to the Foundation's long-term vision.
Pradeep Nilanga Dela
Nilame (Lay Custodian), Temple of the Tooth Relic, Kandy
Chandana Mullegama
Nilame (Lay Custodian), Gannava Sri Maha Vishnu Devalaya, Wariyapola
Maheel Bandara
Director, Bharat Lanka Cooperation
Sathish Lal Andhekar
Renowned Photographer (Hon. President of India Appreciated Photographer)
Prof. Vinod Joseph Aranha
Director, Nitte Institute of Architecture
Dr. Akhilesh Gumashta
Secretary, World Ramayana Conference, Jabalpur