Mr. Dattaprasad Kerkar is the Director and India Head of L.S. Spectrum Solutions Pvt. Ltd., the Indian subsidiary of LS Telcom AG, Germany, a global leader in radio spectrum management and wireless network solutions.
A distinguished professional with a diverse career, Mr. Kerkar previously worked with Loksatta, one of Maharashtra’s leading Marathi newspapers, where he made significant contributions to journalism. He is also a noted author, having written several books, including Saddam Hussein & Iraq war, stock exchange today & tomorrow, Boardroom battle and other publications covering social, political, and contemporary issues.
Together with Mrs. Bhawana Kerkar, he is a Founding Trustee of Umang Charitable Trust. From its inception, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s vision and growth. As the initial financial supporter of Umang, he laid the foundation for its activities and helped establish a sustainable model that has enabled the Trust to serve children with special needs for over two decades.
Beyond his financial support, Mr. Kerkar has remained actively involved in guiding Umang’s operations, strategic planning, and long-term development. His unwavering commitment to inclusive education and social welfare continues to strengthen the Trust’s mission of empowering children with autism and other developmental disabilities to lead independent, meaningful, and dignified lives.
Your generous contribution has the power to truly transform lives. By donating to Umang, you are directly supporting our mission to provide specialized education, crucial therapies, and comprehensive, inter-disciplinary care to children navigating developmental disabilities.