SUKHADA Foundation brings together researchers, innovators, industries, academia, government and communities to transform ideas into technologies that create lasting societal and environmental impact.
SUKHADA Research, Innovation, Incubation and Technology Foundation is a Section 8 not-for-profit organisation established with the vision of promoting science, research, innovation, education, technology development, entrepreneurship and sustainable solutions for societal benefit.
The Foundation brings together academia, industry, government, enterprises, startups, researchers and innovators to accelerate the translation of scientific knowledge and technological innovation into practical solutions.
KNOW MORE ABOUT US ›Interdisciplinary research in emerging areas of science and technology.
READ MOREClean energy, hydrogen, batteries and sustainable technology solutions.
READ MORESolutions for clean water, pollution control and environmental protection.
READ MOREPromoting scientific education, research skills, STEM learning, training and capacity building for students, researchers and educators.
READ MORESukhada Foundation was conceived with the vision of establishing an independent platform dedicated to research, innovation, incubation and technology development, particularly in areas relevant to India's emerging scientific, industrial and societal challenges.
The Foundation seeks to bridge the gap between academic research and real-world applications by facilitating collaboration among universities, research institutions, industries, MSMEs, startups, government organisations and funding agencies.
Promising research can be supported through technology validation, prototyping, incubation, intellectual-property development, industry partnerships and commercialization, wherever appropriate.
The mission is to promote scientific research, technological innovation, entrepreneurship and sustainable development by creating meaningful connections between knowledge institutions, industry, government and society.
Supporting science learning, STEM education, scientific awareness and practical exposure for students and young learners.
Strengthening research capabilities through training, mentoring and practical exposure to modern scientific methods and technologies.
Interdisciplinary scientific research in advanced materials, energy storage, hydrogen technologies, environmental science, AI, computational materials science, biosensors and sustainable technologies.
Connecting researchers with industries, MSMEs, startups, government agencies and technology partners for collaborative R&D, prototype development, validation and problem-solving.
Supporting researchers, students, innovators and entrepreneurs through technical mentoring, business mentoring, prototype support, industry connections, IP guidance and funding opportunities.
Converting research outcomes into laboratory prototypes, pilot systems, scientific instruments, sustainable materials, energy technologies, environmental technologies and digital solutions.
Interdisciplinary research, innovation, incubation and technology development across high-impact scientific and societal domains.
Research and technology development for clean hydrogen and renewable-energy systems.
Development of advanced materials and electrochemical technologies for next-generation energy storage.
Design, synthesis, characterisation and application of advanced functional materials.
Combining computational materials science with artificial intelligence for accelerated materials discovery.
Technology solutions for clean water, pollution control, resource recovery and environmental sustainability.
Converting agricultural and biomass residues into useful materials and industrial products.
Research and innovation for low-cost sensing, diagnostics and healthcare-oriented technologies.
Supporting researchers, students and innovators from scientific ideas to prototypes and technology ventures.
Building capabilities for scientific measurement, testing, characterisation and technology validation.
Creating opportunities for students, researchers, youth, entrepreneurs and communities through technology-led development.
CSR-supported programmes may focus on Clean Energy, Water & Environment, Sustainable Materials, Rural Innovation, Scientific Education, Digital Technologies, Waste-to-Value Technologies, Healthcare Technologies, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.
Programmes are designed around defined objectives, milestones, technology-readiness indicators, beneficiaries and impact metrics, subject to the agreed project framework.
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Sukhada Foundation is guided by complementary strengths in science, technology, education and social research. Together, its leadership brings research expertise, academic experience and a strong commitment to inclusive innovation—creating a platform where knowledge can become practical solutions, stronger capabilities and sustainable societal impact.
Dr. Gaurav Mahadev Lohar brings a strong scientific and innovation-oriented perspective to Sukhada Foundation. As a physicist and educator, his work connects advanced materials research with practical challenges in clean energy, energy storage, hydrogen generation, environmental technologies and emerging healthcare applications. His academic journey in optics and material science, together with international research experience at Queensland University of Technology, has shaped a multidisciplinary approach that combines experimentation, computational modelling and data-driven materials discovery. His research interests encompass graphene and MXene-based materials, supercapacitors, batteries, hydrogen evolution, biosensors, Density Functional Theory and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning. He has received national and international recognition for his research contributions, including the Young Scientist Award, the DST-SERB Early Career Research Award, the DST-SERB SIRE fellowship, the UGC Meritorious Fellowship and the Young Associate Award of the Maharashtra Academy of Sciences. With an active research portfolio and extensive scientific collaboration, he is committed to creating pathways through which ideas can progress from research and education to innovation, prototype development, technology validation and societal impact. At Sukhada Foundation, his leadership focuses on building a research-driven ecosystem where students, scientists, institutions, industry and innovation partners can work together toward sustainable technological solutions.
Dr. Mahesh Mahadev Lohar contributes an education- and society-centred perspective to the leadership of Sukhada Foundation. His academic work brings together political science, social research, democratic values, governance, constitutional studies and public awareness. His doctoral research at Shivaji University, Kolhapur examined movements against superstition and the legal and social dimensions associated with Aghori practices and black magic. Alongside his academic qualifications in Political Science and education, he has developed substantial experience in teaching, academic assessment, digital literacy and community-oriented educational activities. His research and scholarly interests have addressed democracy, elections, governance, social reform, women’s participation, local self-government, constitutional values and contemporary social challenges. Through teaching and extension activities, he has also worked to make digital tools and educational resources more accessible to learners and educators. This combination of social research, pedagogy and digital skills strengthens the Foundation’s ability to connect scientific innovation with people, institutions and communities. At Sukhada Foundation, his role is especially aligned with research education, awareness, capacity building, inclusive innovation and the responsible adoption of technology. His leadership perspective reinforces the belief that meaningful innovation should be scientifically sound, socially relevant, accessible to communities and capable of contributing to a more informed and sustainable society.
Industry-supported R&D around defined technical objectives.
Joint projects with companies, universities and research institutions.
Technology development, testing, validation and demonstration.
Mentoring, entrepreneurship, technology transfer and skill development.
The Foundation encourages research publications, patents and intellectual property, technology reports, scientific databases, computational and experimental research, workshops, training programmes, innovation challenges, technology demonstrations and industry-oriented research.
The aim is to help researchers move from knowledge generation to knowledge application while facilitating appropriate protection and transfer of intellectual property.
Academia ↔ Research Institutions ↔ Industry ↔ Government ↔ Startups ↔ Investors/CSR Partners ↔ Society
Through this ecosystem, the Foundation aims to accelerate the journey from scientific idea to innovation, innovation to technology, and technology to societal impact.
Sukhada Foundation believes technological development should combine scientific excellence, sustainability, entrepreneurship and social responsibility.
Your support helps Sukhada Research, Innovation, Incubation and Technology Foundation advance research, innovation, technology development, skill development and socially relevant scientific initiatives.
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Sukhada Research, Innovation, Incubation and Technology Foundation
Near Society Office, A/P Warunji, Tal. Karad, Dist. Satara, Maharashtra – 415124
Email: sriitf1622@gmail.com | Phone: 8668652079
