Guided by decades of expertise in journalism, sustainability, and global science
Mr. K.P. Malik is a highly respected senior journalist with over 30 years of rich experience in active journalism, bringing unmatched credibility and insight into the socio-political and media landscape of India. Currently serving as Political Editor at Dainik Bhaskar, he also holds key leadership roles as Vice President of the Delhi Journalists Association (DJA - NUK India), Executive Member of the Press Association of India, and a Member of the Press Council of India (PCI).
Throughout his distinguished career, Mr. Malik has worked with some of the most reputed media houses including Doordarshan, BBC, CNBC, Zee News, Sahara Samay, and Hindustan Times. He has covered numerous high-profile events including Prime Ministers' meetings, Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha sessions, and several national and international summits. One of the defining moments of his career was his historic live coverage of the terrorist attack on the Indian Parliament in December 2001.
Known for his unwavering dedication to public interest, Mr. Malik has consistently raised the voices of the poor and farmers before the government. As an Advisory Committee Member at V SCAN Alliance, his decades of frontline journalistic experience contribute invaluable socio-political insight and policy evaluation expertise.
Dr. Gyanendra Kumar Attri is one of India's leading experts in environmental sustainability, waste management, and life cycle assessment (LCA). A certified Green Building Consultant and renowned scholar, he brings a rare combination of academic excellence and strategic foresight to sustainable development. He holds a Ph.D. with distinction from MNIT Jaipur in Sustainable Materials and Construction.
With a rich career that includes academic roles as Professor at Noida International University and Dronacharya Group of Institutions, Dr. Attri has also held key leadership positions in the development and construction sectors. His expertise is recognized across several high-level government and non-government platforms including the Y20 India Program Taskforce, Atal Innovation Mission, IUCN, and the Steering Committee hosted by UNEP.
As a member of the Advisory Committee at V SCAN Alliance, Dr. Attri plays a vital role in shaping the organization's strategic direction, aligning political consulting and public policy with the principles of accountability, innovation, and environmental stewardship.
Prof. (Dr.) Santosh Kumar Karn is a distinguished academician, research leader, and global science advisor, currently serving as Director and Professor at the Chandras Centre for Advanced Research and Development (CCARD), Rohini, New Delhi, and as Academic Advisor to the Chancellor at the International University, Dimapur.
He has held several senior academic positions including Professor associated with the Founder Chancellor at IGTMS University, SBSR Professor at Sharda University (Greater Noida), and Head of the Department of Science and Humanities at PCCS, Greater Noida. Prof. Karn has been an active member of the Science Advisory Board (USA) and the Board of Associates of ECT, Trento, Italy, with international academic exposure including appointments in USA, Italy, and Spain.
A recipient of prestigious awards and research grants from DST, AICTE, INSA, CSIR, Delhi University, and AKTU, he brings deep expertise in research-driven policy, academic governance, and institutional development. As an Advisory Committee Member of V SCAN Alliance, he contributes strategic guidance to strengthen evidence-based public policy and knowledge-led decision-making.