Proposed Hierarchy Council
The AFIE leadership structure is envisioned as a strong and balanced council that combines executive authority, advisory insight, governance oversight, and operational coordination.
This proposed hierarchy supports strategic decision-making while ensuring the foundation remains responsive, collaborative, and aligned with its mission of innovation, entrepreneurship, and institutional impact.
Key Objectives
- Provide leadership direction and governance clarity
- Strengthen executive and advisory coordination
- Support financial, administrative, and technical oversight
- Promote accountability and institutional growth
Er. Ankit Maurya
Chairman & Managing Director (CMD), AFIE
AFIE has been established to transform ideas into impact by integrating innovation, entrepreneurship, research, sustainability, and community engagement. Our vision is to create an ecosystem where knowledge generates value, startups create opportunities, and innovation contributes to nation-building and societal progress.
Dr. Amit Maurya
Vice-Chairman & Managing Director (MD), AFIE
AFIE is a platform for nurturing innovators, researchers, and entrepreneurs. Through collaboration, mentorship, and institutional support, we aim to empower individuals to develop sustainable solutions and create meaningful economic and social impact.
Dr. Sarika Shrivastava
Director, AFIE
Established under the visionary leadership of Ashoka Management, AFIE is designed to bridge the gap between ideas and opportunities, research and enterprise, and talent and transformation. We believe that every innovative idea has the potential to create value, generate employment, solve societal challenges, and contribute to national development. At AFIE, we are committed to creating a vibrant ecosystem where students, faculty members, researchers, startups, industry leaders, and community stakeholders collaborate to develop future-ready solutions. Through our specialized centres, mentorship networks, industry partnerships, incubation support, and innovation-driven initiatives, we empower aspiring entrepreneurs and innovators to transform concepts into successful ventures and meaningful social impact.
नवोन्मेषः • संवर्धनम् • प्रभाव
Er. Asim Dev
Finance Officer(FO), AFIE
Strong governance and responsible resource management are essential for sustainable growth. AFIE is dedicated to maintaining transparency, accountability, and efficiency while supporting impactful initiatives and long-term institutional development
Dr. Aparna Singh
Professor Incharge, AFIE
Innovation begins with curiosity and grows through action. AFIE encourages creative thinking, research excellence, entrepreneurship, and community engagement, empowering learners and professionals to become responsible leaders and changemakers.