Dr. H R Nagendra, PhD, D.Sc

Padmashri. Dr. H R Nagendra, globally recognized as a Yoga Guru, holds the esteemed positions of President at Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samathana (VYASA) and Chancellor at Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana University (S-VYASA University). Dr. Nagendra he earned his Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Bangalore University and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, in 1968. His illustrious career includes roles as a faculty member at IISc, a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow at the University of British Columbia, Canada, and a consultant at Engineering Science Laboratory, Harvard University, USA.

Since 1975, Dr. H R Nagendra has been associated with Vivekananda Kendra, serving in various capacities, including as Honorary Director and Secretary of Vivekananda Kendra Yoga Therapy & Research Committee. As President of VYASA since 2000 and Vice Chancellor of S-VYASA from 2002-2013, he has been instrumental in shaping the field of Yoga. Currently, he serves as Chancellor of S-VYASA and holds key positions, including Chairman of the IDY (International Day of Yoga) Experts Committee.

Dr. H R Nagendra's extensive contributions include 30 research papers in engineering, 135 papers on Yoga, and the publication of 28 books on Yoga. With 32 guided Ph.D. students, he has received numerous honors, including the DSc (Honorary Causa) from KIIT, Bhubaneswar. Awards such as Yoga Shree and Bharat Gaurav recognize his outstanding work in the field. As Chairman and Member of various government and non-government committees, he continues to influence Yoga education globally, exemplifying leadership in the pursuit of physical and mental well-being.