President
Nitesh Gandhi
The Executive Committee 2025
Aniruddha is a Consultant with over 20 years of professional experience in technology and finance, and he has called Switzerland home since 2007. A pivotal member of the Indian community, he has served on multiple executive committees of various organizations, gaining respect and appreciation for his contributions. Married to Sweta, a seasoned HR professional and trained classical dancer, he is also a doting father to a daughter who is often his partner in crime at home.
From an early age, Aniruddha has been passionate about theater, public speaking, and event anchoring, with countless performances to his credit. Known for his creative flair, he brings a thoughtful, artistic touch to every event he organizes, making each experience memorable. A people person at heart, he is dedicated to fostering a vibrant, connected community.
Anita is a chef at Museum Rietberg, where she brings her passion for cooking to life by creating delightful culinary experiences. Before joining the museum, she successfully ran her own catering business, showcasing her creativity and love for food.
She is also a devoted mother of two wonderful daughters and is grateful for the constant love and support of her husband, who encourages her passions every step of the way.
Beyond her professional life, Anita enjoys dancing, exploring new artistic hobbies, going on peaceful walks, listening to music, and simply unwinding.
Ranjani Madhavan has lived in Switzerland for 18 years and is one of the founding members of the Indian Association of Greater Zurich (IAGZ). She served as the president in 2012 and has always been passionate about sharing Indian culture with the Swiss community. Ranjani loves helping younger generations discover the joy and richness of Indian traditions.
Originally from Bangalore, India, Ranjani works in Zurich, contributing to impactful initiatives in the waste-to-energy sector. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her curious and energetic 10-year-old son and husband, reading non-fiction, staying involved in her son’s school life, and meeting new people.
Ranjani is excited to continue supporting IAGZ and fostering connections that celebrate culture and community.
Mohit is a software developer who moved to Zürich 5 years ago to pursue his Master's Degree at ETH. He is a Computer Vision Engineer, passionate about 3D reconstruction. During his student days, he served as an EC member for Indian Student Association of Zürich, and is a well connected personality in the student community.
When not working, Mohit enjoys photography, likes hiking, loves to cook a variety of dishes and is always ready to shake a leg. Continuing to serve the community is his driving force which brought him to IAGZ.
Deepak hails from the bucolic, gangetic plains of Lakhimpur, Uttar Pradesh. In 2013, he came to Switzerland, via the UK, to ski but ended up raising two kids with wife Shraddha in Wallisellen, Switzerland.
His passion for hiking, outdoors, via Ferrata runs as deep as Greifensee and his heart stays abound with life opportunities that Switzerland offers. He joined the Exec-Committee to serve local Indian diaspora to the best of his abilities and to bring young broods to the centre of the IAGZ.
Deepak celebrates life in general and loves to meet & greet people from all strands of life, cultures & ethnicities.
Deepak works as Treasury Risk Officer in a bank and loves crunching numbers and writing rather lengthy reports with graphs, projections and a lot of risky stuff.
Bharat Kashyap has been living in Zürich for the past 10 years and is a seasoned Risk Management professional. He is actively involved in supporting local events and has genuine passion for bringing people and communities close.
He is supported by his wife, Shweta, a talented cake artist who is highly regarded in the Indian community in Zürich. He is proud father of two loving daughters, who are the core of his heart.
Bharat loves immersing himself in nature through occasional trail walks and enjoys spending time in the kitchen, cooking for family and friends.
Priyadarshini, an accomplished IT professional originally from Bengaluru, India, residing in Zurich. With over a decade of experience in the IT industry across India and Europe, she blends professional growth with a passion for community building. Her flair for corporate event management and active involvement in Indian committees across Germany, Poland, and Switzerland highlight her dedication to fostering unity and cultural connections.
Married to an amazing man, Manjunath, a consultant in the IT industry, she finds constant inspiration and support in every aspect of life. She credits her parents for instilling in her the values of perseverance, humility, and service.
Driven by a commitment to bringing people together, she is excited to join the 2025 IAGZ committee to create lasting connections and meaningful impact.
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