Current Executive Committee
Mr. Siddharth Taparia
President
Siddharth Taparia, a Chartered Accountant, leads Adani's business operations in Indonesia. He has been socially active for over a decade, previously serving as Treasurer of the CA Chapter Indonesia and as Secretary of India Club Jakarta. With the new committee, he aims to contribute to taking ICJ to the next level.
Ms. Rachna Chellaram
Vice President
Rachna Chellaram is the founder of Talent Search Recruitment, a leading staffing firm in Indonesia. Apart from a busy work schedule, she is actively involved in the club's strategic decision-making.
Mr. Ramesh Ramachandran
General Secretary
Ramesh Ramachandran is an entrepreneur who runs a sourcing and trading company. A long-time supporter of ICJ, he currently serves as General Secretary, where he plays a pivotal role in overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring the smooth execution of events and activities. Outside of his professional and Club responsibilities, Ramesh remains socially active and deeply connected to the Indian diaspora in Indonesia.
Mr. Siddharth Tekriwal
Joint Secretary
Sidharth Tekriwal has been in Indonesia for more than 25 years now and is the founder and owner of PT Global Vision Impex, processing and exporting whole spices, coffee, extracts and essential oils. Having been a part of the previous committee teams, he is pleased to be a part of the India club team once again.
Mr. Neeraj Jain
Treasurer
Niraj Jain is the CEO at Kanmo Group and is an ex-President of Rotary Club Jakarta. He has called Jakarta home for 13+ years. From boardrooms to community halls, he blends business brilliance with heartfelt impact.
Mr. Anand Chandak
Executive Member
Anand Chandak has been in Jakarta since 2014 is currently working with a Coal Mining Company. He has been the Committee Member of Indo Maheshwari Samaj Jakarta and Bhartiya Sanskritik Samiti Indonesia (BSSI) actively participating in cultural and social events.
Ms. Anupama Jain
Executive Member
Anupama Jain is a homemaker living in Jakarta, Indonesia for the past 24 years with her husband and two children. She enjoys being actively involved in social and cultural activities and looks forward to contributing meaningfully as an ICJ Committee member.
Ms. Arpita Patankar
Executive Member
Arpita Patankar has been based in Jakarta since 2012 and is the creative force behind Tasty Spoon Jakarta, where she has spent eight years crafting bespoke cakes. A passionate dancer, singer, and culinary enthusiast, she has actively supported Maharashtra Mandal Jakarta.
Ms. Aruna Harjani
Executive Member
Aruna Harjani has been a freelance journalist for over twenty years and recently launched her first book. She is also the co-founder of Be That Woman, a platform created to support and uplift women.
Mr. Ashok Kumar
Executive Member
Ashok Kumar leads PT Summber Daya Alam Mullia, a Jakarta-based coal trading firm. Residing in Indonesia since 2012 he is also involved in charity and community development.
Mr. Samir Patel
Executive Member
Sameer Patel has called Jakarta home since 2007. A businessman by profession, he has also been actively involved in several social and community events over the years.
Ms. Saraswati Suresh
Executive Member
Saraswathi Suresh is an experienced educator with over 37 years of teaching experience. Based in Jakarta, she runs Manthan with Saraswathi, a platform sharing stories and values from Indian culture. She blends academic guidance with cultural learning to help students stay connected to their roots.
Ms. Shweta Anand
Executive Member
Shweta Anand comes with a background in communication, language, content management, personal branding and operations. On the creative front, she has a keen interest in art and music. She helps with the design and content activities for the Club
Mr. Surendra K Khetan
Executive Member
Surendra is originally from Odisha and has been living in Jakarta since 2008. He is a law graduate by qualification and runs a successful family business here. As a member of the Marwadi Yuva Manch in his hometown, he has supported several community initiatives in India.1