People Behind the
Purpose

At SapiensPashu, our work is driven by people who believe animals deserve the same dignity, love, and protection that we expect for ourselves. Our team brings together science, compassion, and innovation to build a future where every livestock animal receives humane, intelligent, and accessible care.

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OUR TEAM

A team driven by the belief that every animal deserves care, dignity, and a secure identity.

Dr. Ajit Pokharkar
Dr. Ajit Pokharkar
Founder & CEO

Dr. Ajit Pokharkar

Founder & CEO

Dr. Ajit Pokharkar is the Founder & CEO of SapiensVet Pvt. Ltd. and the visionary behind SapiensPashu. A Gold Medalist Veterinarian, he is dedicated to advancing livestock management through the convergence of veterinary science and digital innovation.

Prior to founding SapiensVet, Dr. Pokharkar served as a Livestock Development Officer with the Government of Maharashtra, where he worked closely with cattle, buffalo, sheep, goats, and rural farming communities on animal healthcare, breeding, disease control, and productivity improvement. He later served as a Veterinary Officer with the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM/BMC), further strengthening his experience in public veterinary services and animal health systems.

Driven by a vision to modernize India's livestock sector, he founded SapiensPashu to provide every farm animal with a lifelong digital identity. By leveraging Artificial Intelligence, Biometric Identification, Blockchain, and Veterinary Intelligence, he is building a next-generation platform for livestock identification, health management, breeding records, milk productivity, insurance, traceability, and sustainable livestock farming.

Dr. Amol Yamgar
Dr. Amol Yamgar
Director – Tech Innovations

Dr. Amol Yamgar

Director – Tech Innovations

A highly skilled veterinarian specializing in advanced small-animal surgery, Dr. Amol brings over a decade of clinical expertise and research excellence. With a PhD in Veterinary Surgery, he leads SapiensPaw’s medical standards, clinical protocols, and innovation in street companion health technologies. His commitment ensures every product and service is rooted in science, compassion, and real veterinary need.

Ms. Priyanka Nighut
Ms. Priyanka Nighut
Director – Community Care

Ms. Priyanka Nighut

Director – Community Care

A lifelong animal lover and dedicated caregiver, she brings empathy, hands-on experience, and a strong passion for improving the lives of street companions. Her vision shapes SapiensPaw’s mission of humane care, and accessible wellness for every animal. She represents the heart of the organisation ensuring compassion leads every decision

Dr. Girish Patil
Dr. Girish Patil
Global Scientific Advisor

Dr. Girish Patil

Global Scientific Advisor

Dr. Girish Patil is a veterinary scientist with 14+ years of experience in clinical practice, research, and academic teaching. Holding a Master’s in Veterinary Pathology and a PhD in Comparative Biomedical Sciences, he provides global scientific leadership at SapiensPaw, ensuring all street companion health and biometric technologies meet internationally recognized standards