| Dr. Vinod Gadiyar Chairperson I came to the UK in 1991. I was born in Mangalore and brought up in a place called Padubidri in Udupi district. I got married to Shalini in 1992. We have lived in all the countries of the UK, but for the last 20 years we are in Greater Manchester. We are blessed with 2 beautiful children, Ashwin (24) and Kiran (21).I now work as a Consultant in Anaesthesia and pain Medicine(hospital doctor).My interests include watching sports like Cricket and Tennis, reading and some cooking. My ideal meal includes Dalitoy and fried fish. My favourite Hindi movies are Veer-Zara and Devdas. We speak Konkani at home. Also I am proficient in English, Hindi, Kannada and Tulu. I have met many celebs and have had selfie with Cricket legend Gavaskar.I have been an active member of GSS for the last 20 years and served the Sabha in various roles. I have developed so many friendships due to our organisation and most of them are now our extended family. I sincerely cherish this. I personally feel that Sabha is by everyone and for everyone in good and bad times alike. |  |
| Mrs. Gauri Shanbhag Vice Chairperson I am Gauri Shanbhag from Honavar, Karnataka, born and brought up in Mumbai. I am a parent of two wonderful daughters, and I am an Advaita Vedantin. My newly acquired profession(10 yrs) is in asset management specializing in Client relationship services in Fund management. For me GSSabha is a representation of family and friendship, and I have thoroughly enjoyed my past experiences as an EC member, Vani editor and Trustee. I am a part of this community for 16 years and am humbled to be given an opportunity to serve as a Treasurer and look forward to making wonderful memories with the new committee. |  |
Mr Sathish Kamath Secretary I have been a GSS member for several years. I am originally from Mangalore and lived in several other cities and countries since I graduated. I live in Langley (Slough) with my wife Prajna, my daughters Prithvi and Aditi. I am an avid cricket and tennis fan. I enjoy travelling and I am a foodie too. As part of my role as a Committee Member, I am looking forward to meeting existing and new members to help them integrate into the Sabha family which can help create UK as their home away from home for all our members. |  |
| Mr Abhay Prabhu Joint Secretary I am an avid technologist and an ardent aspiring chef. I have been brought up in so many cities back in India, it is difficult to spot a point on the map to say where I am from. So, I prefer to say my roots are in Basrur, where my father was born and brought up. Here in the UK, I live in Stanmore with my wife Amita and my four-year-old son Aavish. My nirvana is in cooking and seeing people savor the food I cook. Be my guest if you crave an authentic Hyderabadi Biryani or Amchi kadgi chakko or anything else in between. Sabha for me is my extended family that is full of radiating splendor, love and joy. I am elated to be a part of this enthusiastic and efficient committee that is devoted to serve the colossal GSS UK family. |  |
| Mr. Sudeep Shenoy Treasurer I was Born in Mangalore but brought up in Goa during early life then i moved back to Mangalore during my year 6. I did my Engineering Degree from NMAMIT Nitte and I moved to the UK in October 2008. I joined the GSS Sabha in 2010. I am currently living in Hounslow with my wife Aparna and Son Darsh, I work in IT sector in Chiswick. My Favourite amchi cuisine would be Jackfruit payasu, Valval and Bibbe Upkari. Ever had a selfie with a celeb?: Yes, with Cyrus Brocha Favorite Pastime?: Travelling One Thing you carry in your suitcase while travelling from India? : Banana Halwa |  |
| Mrs Spoorthi Nayak Membership Secretary | |
| Navneeth Baliga Digital Lead My wife, Prajna, and I moved to the UK a few years ago and currently reside in Kent. I work for an analytics firm in Central London that specializes in credit and market risk solutions for retail and commercial banks across the UK. Outside of work, I enjoy playing football, watching movies, and travelling with my wife. Since moving to the UK, I have been an active member of the Sabha, volunteering in various capacities and contributing to numerous events and initiatives. I currently serve as the Digital Lead, where I focus on streamlining the Sabha’s digital initiatives and modernizing its platforms to enhance member engagement and improve operational efficiency. I value the opportunity to work closely with our Sabha members and am excited to continue contributing in my role in the years ahead. |  |
Girish Kamath Member I was born and brought up in Bantwal, a small town near Mangalore, well known for the revered SVS Temple and the famous Bantwal Teru. After completing my engineering studies, I worked in Bangalore for a few years before moving to the UK in 2008. I currently reside in High Wycombe with my wife, Sneha Kamath, and our 9-year-old son, Avyukt. I have a strong passion for programming and exploring emerging technologies. In my free time, I enjoy travelling, meeting new people, experiencing different cuisines, and broadening my understanding of the world through diverse experiences. Although I would not consider myself an expert cook, I find cooking to be very relaxing and thoroughly enjoy the appreciation I receive from Sneha for my culinary efforts. I joined GSS in 2019 and was delighted to connect with many members of the community in person. I strongly believe that, as a community, we have much to learn from and share with one another. I am honored to be part of the committee and look forward to contributing in every way possible to uphold and strengthen our community spirit. As the Head of the Health & Wellbeing track, I, along with my team, look forward to organizing engaging and enjoyable events that promote health, fitness, and overall wellbeing for all members of the community. |  |
| Dr. Sneeta Kamath Member Sneeta Kamath is a GP based in Yorkshire, where she lives with her husband and two sons. A dedicated member of the GSS for over 20 years, Sneeta has a deep passion for community service, having long organized local Diwali and Holi celebrations. She is thrilled to expand her role within GSS to serve the wider UK Konkani community. Outside of her professional and community commitments, Sneeta loves travelling, exploring different cuisines, reading, music, and dance, and is an active member of a jigsaw club. |  |
| Dr. Ashwin Pai Member Megele Parichayu: Namaskaru .. Megele naav Dr Ashwin Pai , haave janmu gethile nagara Chennai ani megele balya ani tharunya Kodial anthu jalle . Haave saan dokun megele Ajjo Dr M V Bhat aale preraana ghevnu ek shalyakitsataanjna (surgeon) javka monu shapath gethile assa . Tashinchi atha ek Plastic Surgeon javnu NHS aanthu kaam kartha . Megele parivaranthu haav ani megele baili Aparna ani Amgele doni cherduva Shloka ani Samarth monu. Ammgele nivasache gavu Chelmsford . Ammi UK yevnu prayasha 10 varsa vaairi jalle . Megele ishta jevana sheetha ani saaru ( Devasthananche) ani alsandhe upkari . Megele havyasu Law ( Kayado ani Kanunu) ani Stock market ( anshadhaan bajaar) Makka Bhaari prabhav korche vishayu Amgele Bharatanche itihaasu ani Amgele bhaasha amchigele che abhivriddi . Megele GSS saabha ka ekka vinanthi- Amchigele Ulloya ani Amchigele Vaddoyan . Tummi kashta kaanu vajjilaleka Dhanyavaadu 🙏 Jai Sri Ram |  |
| Mrs. Sugandha Mallya Member I am Sugandha Mallya. I was born and brought up in Nitte near Karkala. I live in Sale, Manchester with my husband Venkatesh ( Madhu) Mallya and my sons Arjun and Aaryan. |  |
| Mr. Achal Shenoy Member I was born in London and moved to India with my parents when I was around three years old. I was raised in Hubli–Dharwad, Karnataka, and maintained a strong connection with our ancestral village, Gangolli, where we regularly celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi, Teru, and Saptah.I completed my B.Pharm & MBA and after spending five years working in the Pharma industry in India, I relocated to the UK in 2005. I currently live in Pinner, Northwest London, with my wife, Akshata, and our two children, Archit (15) and Ashvika (12). For more than 20 years, I have worked in the medical device industry. I am currently employed by a neonatal healthcare company, where I lead Commercial Operations for Europe and South Asia. Outside of work, I enjoy travelling, exploring new cuisines, playing and watching tennis and cricket, and trekking. I have been a member of GSS for several years and am delighted to be part of the committee. I look forward to supporting its activities and contributing to the continued success and growth of GSS. |  |
| Mr. Arun Kamath Member I grew up in Bangalore, and my native place is Bantwal. I moved to UK in 2018 and live in Harrow with my wife Bhavya and our son Aarush. Outside of work, I like travelling and exploring different cuisines. I’ve enjoyed attending few GSS events in the past, and I am delighted to join the committee as a new member and look forward to serving our wonderful GSS UK family. |  |
| Mr. Chetan Prabhu Member I hail from Kundapur and moved to the UK in 2024. I currently live in London and am passionate about music and cultural activities. I enjoy participating in bhajans and have a keen interest in playing the Tabla. Being part of GSS has made settling into a new country much easier. The warmth of the people, the shared values, and the opportunity to celebrate our culture and traditions make GSS feel like a home away from home. I am grateful to be part of such a vibrant community and look forward to contributing to its continued growth and success. |  |
Uniting the GSB Community in the UK