Managing Director

With the divine blessings of His Holiness Bhairavaikya Padmabhushana Sri Sri Sri Dr. Balagangadharanatha Maha Swamiji, Sri Sri Dr. Prakashnath Swamiji joined the Sri Adichunchanagiri Shikshana Trust (SACST) Mutt at the tender age of seven. Since then, he has devoted over four glorious decades to the service of humanity through education, healthcare, and spiritual guidance.

A scholar of Sanskrit and a beacon of discipline, devotion, and dedication, Swamiji’s life reflects deep moral values and an unwavering commitment to uplift society. His compassionate leadership and visionary outlook have transformed the BGS and SJB Group of Institutions into world-class centres of learning and service.

As the Managing Director of BGS Group of Institutions for Health & Education and Trustee of Sri Adichunchanagiri Shikshana Trust which now serves more than 1,00,000 students and employs over 10,000 staff members, Sri Sri Dr. Prakashnath Swamiji has been instrumental in conceptualizing and implementing numerous initiatives that continue to impact lives across Karnataka and South India

A true Karma Yogi, Swamiji’s work emphasizes human values — brotherhood, truth, justice, and compassion — nurturing not only academic brilliance but also moral and spiritual growth among students. His simplicity, humility, and farsighted leadership make him a guiding light for thousands who draw strength and inspiration from his presence..

Institutions Under His Guidance

Swamiji’s vision extends across a wide spectrum of educational and professional fields, including engineering, medicine, architecture, nursing, pharmacy, and design. Some of the premier institutions under his leadership include:

Technical & Allied Institutions:

• SJB Institute of Technology, Bengaluru
• SJB School of Architecture & Planning
• BGS B-School
• SJB College of Education
• BGS Arts & Design Academy
• BGS School of Hotel Management, Kumbalgodu
• BGS Pre University College

Medical Institutions & Hospitals:

• BGS Global Institute of Medical Sciences, Bengaluru
• BGS Global Institute of Dental Sciences, Kengeri
• BGS Global Institute of Nursing Sciences, Kengeri
• BGS Global Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
• BGS Global Institute of Physiotherapy
• SJB College of Nursing
• BGS GIMS Hospital
• BGS Gleneagles Hospital
• BGS Global Institute of Allied Health Science’s”

Schools:

• BGS International Residential School
• BGS National Public Schools (Bannerghatta)
• BGS International Academia School, Kumbalgodu
• BGS National Public School, Hulimavu
• BGS HIGH (Cambridge Curriculum)
• BGS Public School
• BGS International Public School, New Delhi

Honors & Recognition

For his outstanding service in the fields of education, healthcare, and social welfare, Sri Sri Dr. Prakashnath Swamiji has been conferred with numerous national and international honors, including:

• Honorary Doctorate from the University of South America for contributions to society and education
• Excellence in Entrepreneurship – Medical Education, Life Time Achievement Award by the World Medical Council, Dubai
• WMC Medi Biz TV Award for service in medical education
• Life Time Achievement Award 2018 from Bangalore Management Association
• Sagar Award 2018 from Dayananda Sagar Prathishtana
• Digital Leadership Award 2019 at the 7th International K-12 Leadership Program, Bengaluru
• Education Stalwarts Awards 2019 by Education Today
• Education Icon of the Year 2020 by Education Today
• Educational Excellence Award 2020
• Seva Sadhana Thapaswi Award 2020, Bengaluru
• Bharat Shiksha Ratan Award 2020
• Guru Anugraha Award 2024
• Lifetime Achievement Award in the field of education by the Karnataka State Science and Research Council
• Suvarna Kannadiga - 2025 Award
• Innovative Leader in 21st Century Education (2024) by DeFacto ED, Westminster, United Kingdom — where he was honored as LORD Dr. Prakashnatha Swamiji
• Gurantee Ratna Award 2025 by Guarantee News Kannada

Legacy of Service

Sri Sri Dr. Prakashnath Swamiji continues to dedicate every moment of his life to the betterment of society through education and service. His divine guidance, administrative excellence, and compassionate heart have touched countless lives, carrying forward the sacred legacy of the Sri Adichunchanagiri Mahasamsthana Mutt.