We are a team made up of unconventional career paths, diversity of thought and unbridled curiosity.

“Be a voice, not an echo.”

We aim to grow steadily in our quest. It is difficult to demarcate our job roles since the work environment is tied-in together rather tightly. Nevertheless, we try.

 

Introducing THE team

Chetana Gosavi (Founder, Director)

Post-graduate in law & archaeology, linguist (Sanskrit & Japanese scholar), translated “Madogiwano Tottochan” from Japanese to Marathi (published by National Book Trust of India; reprinted 23 times in 25 years!), has recently co-translated “Natsu no Niwa” from Japanese to Marathi by the name “Dost”.

Purnima Parikh (Director)

Particularly passionate about identifying people’s potential.

Nisha Poyarekar

Nisha Poyarekar(Director)

Founder of reserved-bit(makerspace), ex-IT slave (SAP consultant), Masters in Archaeology & PG Diploma in Heritage & conservation, always learning.

As someone passionate about art, culture, and history, Shantinee is deeply interested in exploring past and present societies through artefacts, monuments, and all forms of heritage. Her endevour is to share this understanding of dynamic cultures and heritage with future generations. She loves exploring culture,  especially with children. This is where her passion for museums and art begins. She has a master’s degree in AIHC and Archaeology from Deccan College, Pune and share an experience in working in the field of Museums, Archives and Culture for Children. 

Shantinee Sutar
Project Lead

A voracious reader and film buff, Samyukta is a Human Geography and Cultural Studies researcher. She loves reading and documenting the stories of people from different walks of life, connecting their cultural references with various aspects of life. She is keenly interested in Indian Classical Music, languages, and modern history, particularly focusing on India. Curious at heart, she always seeks out TIL moments in her daily routine, constantly widening her horizons. She has completed her Masters in South Asian Studies from the University of Heidelberg, Germany.

Samyukta Parchure
Research Assistant

Siddhi’s work centers on ethnoarchaeology, cultural heritage documentation, and the integration of digital art with archaeology. She has conducted ethnoarchaeological surveys and presented research papers highlighting the significance of digital art in archaeological studies. With a keen eye for visual storytelling, she merges history and technology, using digital art and video production.

Siddhi More
Jr. Research Assistant

Neha’s work encompasses archaeological field research, heritage documentation, and academic writing. Her research interests extend from temple architecture to social history. Neha is committed to making historical and archaeological narratives relevant in the contemporary era and bridging the gap between academic scholarship and public engagement. She has a master’s degree in AIHC and Archaeology from Deccan College, Pune and has qualified UGC-NET.

Neha Kulkarni
Jr. Research Assistant