Dr. T. P. Sasikumar—affectionately known as DrTPS—is a visionary scientist, transformative educator, compassionate mentor, and prolific author who has dedicated his life to redefining the way we learn, teach, and live. Born on October 2, 1964, in the serene village of Naduvil in Kannur, Kerala, DrTPS’s journey is a shining example of how relentless curiosity and purpose-driven learning can shape a life of deep impact.

From humble beginnings in local schools, DrTPS went on to earn an extraordinary array of academic degrees: MSc, MPhil, PhD, LLB, MBA, and an MS in Psychotherapy and Counseling. This rich educational tapestry reflects not just academic excellence, but a profound belief in lifelong learning, inner growth, and the limitless potential of the human mind.

With over two decades of service as a scientist in the Indian Department of Space, DrTPS held key leadership roles, including Director at UGC-Academic Staff College, University of Calicut, and Deputy Director at the Directorate General of Security, Cabinet Secretariat, New Delhi. In 2009, he made a bold and purposeful decision to voluntarily retire from government service to devote his life to youth empowerment, education, and nation-building.

Since then, DrTPS has touched the lives of millions of students and educators across the globe, from elite professional colleges to grassroots schools. His signature style—adaptive edutainment—combines immersive learning with moral clarity, helping learners define their goals, roles, and values. His sessions are not mere lectures; they are life-transforming conversations that spark purpose and action.

He is the founder of SHIKSHA, a unique initiative rooted in holistic learning and the preservation of timeless wisdom. Through Jnaanam Camps, Shiksha-Holiday Programs, and countless mentoring sessions across Hyderabad, Kerala, and beyond, DrTPS has cultivated a new generation of thinkers, civil servants, and global scholars. Many of his mentees now thrive in world-renowned universities and leadership roles across sectors.

DrTPS’s educational vision also includes a deep reverence for India’s ancient gurukul tradition. In an effort to bring back this soulful, rooted model of education, he launched the Grandma Child Care Shiksha Gurukulam—an initiative aimed at nurturing children from age 3 to Grade 3 in a compassionate, values-based, and environmentally responsible way. This gurukulam focuses on helping children learn about themselves, their surroundings, and their connection to nature—laying a strong foundation of self-awareness, empathy, and environmental consciousness from the very beginning. It is a blend of love, tradition, and future-readiness, designed to raise mindful citizens for a better world.

A passionate advocate for empowering educators, DrTPS has led pioneering teacher training programs, inspiring teachers to become not just instructors but torchbearers of change. Under the Kerala Government’s “Walk with a Scholar” initiative, he conceptualized and conducted the Mentors’ Navigation Workshops, guiding college mentors across the state. His influence extends internationally, having conducted sessions in schools and universities across the Gulf countries, the UK, and the USA.

DrTPS’s life message transcends academics. He champions balanced living—nurturing physical health, emotional intelligence, intellectual rigor, social responsibility, and spiritual awareness. As an author of over 40 books, including The Gita Way, Life Made Simple, Rhythm of Life, and Life is to Live, his writings blend ancient wisdom with modern insight, serving as beacons for those seeking clarity, peace, and purpose.

With over 5,500 videos on his YouTube channel, he continues to reach audiences worldwide, sharing thought-provoking lectures, Q&A sessions, and reflections on life, learning, and the Vedic way.

His incredible journey has been honored with awards such as the Vagmi Award, Manava Rathna Puraskaram, and the Social Activity Award. His work has been featured in leading newspapers, magazines, and television—including the Discovery Channel—further amplifying his mission.

More than a scholar or scientist, DrTPS is a movement—a force of wisdom, compassion, and transformation. With unwavering dedication, he continues to inspire hearts, ignite minds, and elevate lives, one interaction at a time.