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Birla Brainiacs onboards Muddassar Nazar as CEO
Mumbai: Birla Brainiacs, a leading player in the education technology sector, has appointed Muddassar Nazar as their new chief executive officer. Nazar has a proven track record of strategic leadership and deep experience in the education technology and Health tech industry, he will spearhead the company’s continued expansion and commitment to delivering cutting-edge learning solutions.
Prior to becoming a part of Birla Brainiacs, he served as the chief operating officer at Clindecision, where he supervised crucial operations while the startup adeptly managed its way through the challenges posed by the pandemic. His professional journey also encompasses significant roles at organizations like Vedantu, Healthians, and a prior tenure at HSBC. With a fervent commitment to enlargement and advancement, he has been at the forefront of steering expansion strategies and empowering team members to realize their fullest capabilities.
Birla Brainiacs founder Nirvaan Birla says, “We are currently in a very exciting growth phase, one of our primary goals is to expand our presence in India and international. Onboarding leadership team players like Muddassar, who will play a significant role in strengthening Birla Brainiacs. He will work on expanding the business with new categories, verticals and geographies. We are sure he will deliver strategic industry insights and help the team to create impactful campaigns. In the coming few years, our vision is to advance the organization’s collective growth.”
Nazar expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “Characterizing this period in the education domain as captivating, I’m truly appreciative of the chance given to me by the senior leadership at Birla Brainiacs. I’m thrilled about the potential to make a meaningful contribution to an organization that’s swiftly becoming a frontrunner in its field. Our vision involves geographical expansion and diversifying our offerings, including the introduction of fresh categories, all while retaining our current leadership. My aim is to foster growth and play a pivotal role in establishing Birla Brianiacs as a significant player in the education sphere, ensuring students access the finest educational opportunities at an affordable expense.”
Birla Brainiacs has consistently demonstrated its commitment to shaping the future of education through its innovative platforms and partnerships. With the new CEO at the helm, the company is poised to accelerate its growth and make an even greater impact in the education technology landscape.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
