Indian Knowledge Systems
Reviving classical Indian philosophy, yogic science and the Vedic-Vedantic vision for the modern world.
Integrating Indian Knowledge Systems, modern science, wellness and consciousness into education and society — so that knowledge does not merely inform, but transforms.

Associations · Affiliations · Collaborations
Prof. Rishi Bharadwaj is the professional name of Hrushikesh Kedari.
Professor, educator and strategist, Founder Director of the International Chamber of Medical Tourism (ICMT) and a doctoral research scholar in skill development, Rishi Bharadwaj works where India's classical knowledge systems meet modern scientific inquiry. A certified Yoga Acharya, Reiki Grand Master and integrative-health practitioner, he describes himself, above every title, as a lifelong seeker.
As OSD and core team member to Padma Shri Dr. C.S. Pandav — the "Iodine Man of India" and former Head of Community Medicine at AIIMS, New Delhi — he has contributed to public-health and nutrition ecosystems engaging the WHO, United Nations, UNICEF, UNESCO and NITI Aayog, and has co-authored research in integrative health and wellness. He has also served as a research volunteer with the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
He teaches as Adjunct Professor at Symbiosis Skills & Professional University and Assistant Professor of Peace Studies at MIT World Peace University, designs mindfulness and value-based curricula, and facilitates wellness retreats across India. A national NCC awardee, All-India Taekwondo medallist, trained musician and Balashree Puraskar recipient, his is a life of disciplined energy in service of human flourishing.
Education must not merely inform the mind, but awaken consciousness.— Prof. Rishi Bharadwaj
Each domain is a doorway — and together they form one integrated practice of human transformation, rooted in wisdom and validated by science.
Reviving classical Indian philosophy, yogic science and the Vedic-Vedantic vision for the modern world.
Evidence-informed mindfulness, meditation and lifestyle design for sustainable well-being.
Cultivating leaders who lead from awareness, ethics and purpose rather than ego and pressure.
As Founder Director of ICMT, positioning India as a global hub for credible integrative healing.
Translating scholarship into curricula, white-papers and policy that scale human well-being.
A science of thriving — purpose, resilience and meaning as measurable, teachable capacities.
Future-ready competence frameworks bridging vocational skilling with inner development.
Pranic healing, Reiki, Su-Jok, crystal, chromo- and chakra modalities, taught with integrity.
From campus lawns and amphitheatres to lecture halls and retreats, the work lives in dialogue — with students, leaders and seekers across India.



Doctoral inquiry, co-authored research, policy contribution and curriculum design — building an academic foundation beneath an integrative vision of wellness and education.
Ongoing doctoral research at the intersection of skill development, yoga and human potential.
Co-authored with Padma Shri Dr. C.S. Pandav, contributing to the evidence base for integrative wellness.
Supporting national public-health and nutrition initiatives (ICCIDD) engaging AIIMS, WHO and allied bodies.
Former research volunteer with the Stop-Diabetes Programme (MNB), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
Member, Board of Studies, Faculty of Wellness; Nodal Officer for Wellness Courses, shaping next-generation programmes.
Consultant and curriculum developer for mindfulness, life-skills, peace studies and holistic/integrative health.
Each framework distils years of cross-disciplinary work into a teachable, repeatable system — the architecture that elevates teaching into thought leadership.
An eight-dimensional architecture for whole-person wellness — body, breath, mind, emotion, energy, relationships, purpose and the transcendent.
Leading from awareness — a path from ego-driven performance to purpose-led, ethical and regenerative leadership.
A teaching method weaving contemplative practice into academic learning, so curriculum forms character as well as competence.
A translation system rendering yogic and Vedantic insight into language and tools today's professionals and students can apply.
मनःप्रशमनोपायो योग इत्यभिधीयते ॥
Yoga is the art of stilling the mind — and a still mind sees clearly.— On the inner science of wellness
From university convocations and induction ceremonies to corporate cohorts, schools and wellness retreats, Prof. Bharadwaj delivers keynotes and immersive workshops that blend rigorous insight with lived contemplative practice.




Why the future of learning must cultivate consciousness, not just content.
An immersive practice in presence, clarity and regenerative leadership.
Translating yogic and Vedantic science into daily professional practice.
Theatre artist · Hindustani classical musician · multi-instrumentalist · social worker · lifelong learner.
Meditation & Yoga Practice
Dialogue Under the Trees
Reflective Circles
University Induction
Open-Air Amphitheatre
Community & School Outreach
In the Lecture HallFor keynotes, workshops, research collaboration, consulting or curriculum design — reach out, and let's explore how we might create transformation together.