IFIA Bharat Headquarters Inaugurated at Sri Madhusudan Sai Mission

Muddenahalli, India – September 5, 2024. The International Federation of Inventors’ Associations (IFIA) marked a historic milestone with the official inauguration of IFIA Bharat Headquarters at the Sri Madhusudan Sai Global Humanitarian Mission, located in Sri Sathya Sai Grama, Muddenahalli. The launch, held on September 5th, coincided with three culturally significant observances Eid-e-Milad, Onam, and Teachers’ Day underscoring the event’s national and spiritual significance.

The launch ceremony attracted an illustrious gathering of spiritual leaders, royal dignitaries, and scientific experts. The event was presided over by Sadguru Dr. Madhusudan Sai, whose leadership and humanitarian vision provided the ideal foundation for IFIA Bharat’s mission. Esteemed guests included:

• Prince Rama Varma – Royal Family of Travancore
• His Highness Sheikh Humaid Bin Abdullah Al Mualla – Royal Family of the UAE
• Dr. Abdul Rahman Saalim Alsuwaidi
• Dr. Sapna Poti – Director of Strategic Alliances, Office of Principal Scientific Adviser, Government of India
• Dr. Yaqoob Musa (Bu Abdullah) – Chairman, Bu Abdullah Group

The keynote address by Dr. Sapna Poti emphasized the crucial role of innovation in advancing India’s development. Anand Kannan outlined IFIA Bharat’s planned collaboration with the Sri Madhusudan Sai Global Humanitarian Mission, and Dr. Karthik Ramesh highlighted how invention and innovation will serve as critical pillars in shaping India’s future.

The event received widespread attention, with nearly 7,000 viewers tuning in globally via live broadcast and hundreds attending in person to witness this defining moment for India’s innovation ecosystem.

• A major highlight of the event was the announcement that Sadguru Dr. Madhusudan Sai has accepted the role of Honorary Chairman of IFIA Bharat, reinforcing the mission’s alignment with values of service and societal progress.IFIA Bharat’s vision is further strengthened by strategic partnerships with:
  • Tabhi.com – US-based multinational tech firm
  • DHGE (Dr. Hiremath Global Enterprises) – Innovation and entrepreneurship support platform

  Academic Collaborations for Innovation

  During the ceremony, IFIA Bharat signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with two leading educational institutions:

  • Sri Sathya Sai University for Human Excellence
  • Sri Sathya Sai Loka Seva Gurukulam

  These partnerships aim to foster innovation through research collaboration, student innovation programs, and knowledge exchange.

As part of the launch, IFIA Bharat honored a select group of exceptional inventors, acknowledging their groundbreaking work:

• Pranik.AI (Prasad & Pravin Chandrahaas) – AI-based healthcare diagnostics and personalized medicine
• CardioBIonic (Dr. Bala) – India’s first LVAD & HVAD pump implants, and heart-lung transplant pioneer
• SAIMA Labs (Thilak D & Dr. Karthik Ramesh) – Advanced tech solutions for innovation
• Velu Mani – Innovator of 102 products and low-cost passive exoskeleton technology
• Vijay Gopal – IVF simulator and AI-based psycho-stress nurse training program
• Rohit Shah – Compact, patented water purification technology
• Vaibhav Shirole – Innovative cervical cancer detection kit
• Eminus Global – Australian e-learning platform enhancing pharmaceutical education and industry readiness

• Mondee.com – A global travel-tech platform offering personalized and tech-enabled travel solutions.
• Tabhi.com – Multinational company driving digital transformation and supporting technological advancement.
• DHGE (Dr. Hiremath Global Enterprises) – Focused on empowering startups and innovation across diverse sectors.

The establishment of IFIA Bharat Headquarters symbolizes a powerful leap forward in India’s journey to becoming a global innovation leader. With the backing of visionary leaders, strategic partners, and academic collaborations, IFIA Bharat is set to catalyze national progress through invention, innovation, and impact.