Draft:Karthik Narayanan
Karthik Narayanan is an Indian Sr Research Scientist and CEO based in Tamil Nadu. Karthik Narayanan is known for his pioneering work in aerospace research, leadership in education through Lit Skills Learning, and his social initiatives via the Anbudan Foundation.
Early Life
Karthik Narayanan was born on 8 August in Tamil Nadu. His early interests included aeromodelling and wildlife photography, which later influenced his professional pursuits.
Education
Karthik Narayanan holds dual PhDs in Linguistics and Humanities. He is also a DGCA Certified Remote Pilot Training Organisation (RPTO) certified pilot.
Career
Karthik Narayanan was handpicked by the Late President of India, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, as Project Director for Vision 2020. He has contributed significantly to aerospace research in India, particularly in the development and research of striker drones for the Indian Armed Forces. He is the CEO and founder of Lit Skills Learning and Project English, organizations focused on education and teacher training across India. Additionally, he founded the Anbudan Foundation and Sugaradhana Organics India. Karthik is a DGCA certified pilot and has been involved in various scientific and technological initiatives.
Achievements
Karthik Narayanan has received 11 international awards for Lit Skills Learning's PAN India teacher training programs and 4 national awards for Project English. He won the National Swachhta Award in 2019 for scientific cleaning services in Sabarimala, Kerala. He was honored with the Mahatma Gandhi Samman Award at the House of Lords, London, UK, for the best CSR initiative through the Anbudan Foundation. In 2025, he received the Best Drone Technology Award from the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, for Ops Sindhoor.
Philanthropy
As founder of the Anbudan Foundation, Karthik Narayanan has been actively involved in social service and CSR initiatives, earning national and international recognition for his contributions.
Personal Life
Karthik Narayanan is also a certified pilot and enthusiast in aeromodelling and wildlife photography, reflecting his diverse interests beyond his professional career.