Aradhana Tiwari
Dr. Aradhana Awasthi Tiwari,MPH. PhD, Born and brought up into a well-known Arya Samaj family of Lucknow and studied in DAV School, where she effortlessly learned the Samskars of Samaj from her Grandfather Aacharya Ramesh Chandra Awasthi, who was a leading scholar of Veds, Yog & Ayurved, Editor of Arya Samaj Patrika, Principal DAV Degree College and it still managed by her uncle Mr. Manmohan Tiwari in Lucknow. Her grandfather became instrumental in inculcating the Teachings, Values and Niyams of Arya Samaj into Dr. Tiwari’s everyday life. Currently, she is a Faculty at New York Medical College and her research interests are Pediatric Lymphoma/Leukemia and finding cure to Cancers through targeted immunotherapies. She loves teaching and interacting with curious minds of Children.
Garima Wadhwa
My name is Garima Wadhwa and I did my schooling in New Delhi, India. After completing my bachelors in Engineering, I worked in Belgium for 16 years. I met my husband in Belgium, our kids( Aryan 15, Ryan 12) were born in Belgium. We migrated to the U.S. in the year 2016. I belong to an Arya Samaji family and all my aunt’s and uncle’s (also Arya Samaji’s) played an important role in embedding the vedic values and traditions in our daily lives. Growing up, we would perform Sandhya and Havan every single day and at this stage of life, during times of fear or any difficult situation, chanting the Gayatri Mantra and other prayers helps us get past difficult times. The word “Sanskar” is extremely important for us, and out of everything else, SANSKAR and Vedic Values are vital in our parenting rules towards our kids. We feel that being a part of the Arya Samaj community would help our kids learn the values and provide tools for them to choose the right path when they grow up and need to take their own decisions at every step of life. I would love to selflessly devote and share my knowledge with the wonderful students of the Vedic Sanskriti School. Being a part of VSS, gives me and my kids true happiness. Aum.
Geeta Gupta
Geeta Gupta comes from a deep-rooted Arya Samaj family, and is herself a staunch believer in the Vedic Dharma. A committed Arya Samaj volunteer and an accomplished leader with a missionary spirit. An IT professional and Mother of two lovely kids, Geetaji takes deep interest in imparting Vedic Education in younger ones towards their goal of becoming a true human being. With her able administrative abilities, Geetaji has successfully run Vedic Sanskriti School in Arya Samaj Suburban NewYork. She helped establish VDAT (Vedic Dharma Aptitude Test) platform and has now successfully established Vedic Sanskriti School of NY. Geeta ji is the past president of Arya Samaj Suburban New York and vows to relentlessly work to achieve the goals of making the universe noble- Krinvanto Vishwamaaryam
Hiral Trivedi
I am Hiral Trivedi, a Realtor working in the thriving industry of Westchester, NY. I did my Masters in Psychology and PHD from BM Institute of Mental health. I also enhanced my education more by studying in early childhood education from Fordham University, NY. Several years of teaching experience in early childhood made me believe more strongly that young children’s minds works magnificently when the roots are planted well. With the help of Vedic structural education I will be able to provide full support and enthusiasm to our VSS students. “ Together we sure can make a remarkable difference.”
Raj Bhalla
I earned my Ph.D. in Atomic Physics from Univ. Of North Texas. I taught Physics at a university before moving over to the IT field later on. I was not born into an Arya Samaj family but my father believed in one God. It was he who implanted in me the seed of One God, imperishable, who never takes birth. When I moved to New York, my elder brother introduced me to the current Arya Samaj some 30 years ago. Here I happened to read two books, Satyarth Prakash and Rigved Bhashaya Bhumika authored by Mahrishi Dayanand. These two books opened up my eyes and I realized this was no ordinary Swami. He really knew what he was talking about. My interest in Arya Samaj grew and I started to read on my spare time all the Vedas. I took classes in Sanskrit and Upanishads, from Dr. Surya Nanda of Arya Samaj Houston. Now my roots are firmly established in Arya Samaj as it is the only organization which is spreading the message of the Vedas, Upanishads and Darshan Shastras. Only the Vedas contain the true knowledge. Rest of the organizations are merely commercial and spreading their ignorance. I hope to impart this knowledge of our scriptures to the public and kids in particular. Sometimes I wonder what would my life have been, if not guided by the teachings of Mahrishi Dayanand. I perhaps would have fallen a prey to these false Gurus, like countless others. My wife Neelam and I consider ourselves to be very fortunate to be associated with this Arya Samaj for the last 30 years, attending it regularly and participating in all of its events.
Shuchi Singh
I grew up in Delhi, India and moved to New York at the age of 13. I was brought up and raised with strong cultural values where education was always regarded as a priority. I pursued a degree in Accounting and am a Certified Public Accountant. After the birth of my son, I realized the importance of teaching the little ones about our culture, traditions and moral values. I enjoy interacting with children and am motivated by their curiosity. I would like to be able to plant the seeds of knowledge in the little minds so that they can grow and achieve anything they dream of.
Nidhi Thaker
I am a finance professional, currently residing in Westchester, NY. I was born and brought up in a small city of Madhya Pradesh to very devoted and spiritual parents. Since childhood, I have an unshakeable faith in the one and only supreme god and our Hindu Culture. I like to spend time in nature and with children, hiking, painting and swimming. I enjoy and take proud to be part of this organization because of the vision of cultivating Vedic values in the beautifully growing kids who are our future.
Prem Rani Singla
I live in New Rochelle, NY, with my husband. I have 2 children and 2 lovely granddaughters.
MD by profession
Interests —spirituality, Hinduism, Art, music, dance, yoga, exercise, reading, cooking, gardening, learning new things.
My motto “ live and let live “
My belief —living in the present, learning from the past & not worry too much about the future.
Have faith in God . Give unconditional love & stay positive.
Dr. Rakesh Abbi
Dr. Rakesh K. Abbi – Current president of Arya Samaj of Suburban New York. Graduated from Gandhi Medical College in Secunderabad, India. After finishing her residency in Pathology, at Nassau County Medical Center on Long Island, she is the Director, Department of Pathology at Mountainside Medical Center, in Hackensack, NJ.
She is married to Jethinder Abbi and has a son Manish and a daughter Dr. Bhavna Ferm married to Samson Ferm. Abbi’s have been living in Chappaqua, NY since 1990 and also associated with Arya Samaj since 1990.
Jethinder Abbi
Jethinder Abbi – Past President of Arya Samaj of Suburban New York, has a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Osmania University, Hyderabad, India and MS from Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ. After working for 22 years at Canon Americas, Jethinder currently self employed managing his family business.
Jethinder is married to the current President of Arya Samaj of Suburban New York Dr. Rakesh Abbi and the family lives in Chappaqua with their son Manish. Their daughter Dr. Bhavna Ferm is married to Dr. Samson Ferm.
My name is Usha Kapoor and member of Arya Samaj for 35 years
At present working with Chappaqua school as substitute teacher. I have banking experience – worked with Citi bank as a customer relation.
I am also VP with AIA ( association of Indians in America) where Diwali mela is celebrated on a large scale in Manhattan. NY. Also held a Treasure position with AIA. In 2018-2019 held a Treasurer position with India Center of Westchester 25 year ago as part of Executive committee Member of Arya Samaj taught Hindi to the children of Arya Samaj families.I have 2 Degrees. Bachelor of Science and Bachelor. of. Education. By profession I am a teacher , teaching Hindi in school in India to middle school and high school students. I live in Pleasantville ,have 2 children & 1 grandchild. It’s my privilege to be part of the Executive Committee and offer my support and help.
