
Dr. Mohan Alva
Chairman, Alvas Education Foundation
Biography
Dr. Mohan Alva is a visionary Indian educationist and the founder-chairman of Alvas Education Foundation in Moodabidri, Karnataka. With a strong passion for education and sports, he has transformed the institution into a powerhouse of academic and athletic excellence. His commitment to nurturing young talent across disciplines—especially athletics—has made Alvas a breeding ground for national and international champions. Through his leadership, the Foundation has built an ecosystem where sports and education go hand-in-hand, attracting top coaches and athletes from all over India.
Professional Qualifications
B.A.M.S. (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery) – Qualified Ayurvedic medical professional
Ayurvedic Doctor – Registered practitioner in traditional Indian medicine
Chairman, Alva’s Education Foundation – Founder and leader of the Alva’s group of institutions in Moodbidri, Karnataka
Educationist – Established multiple educational institutions from primary to professional level
Sports Patron – Strong supporter and promoter of university-level and grassroots athletics
Philanthropist – Known for providing education and opportunities to rural and tribal students
Cultural Organizer – Initiator of cultural festivals like Alva’s Nudisiri, promoting Indian heritage
Visionary Leader – Instrumental in integrating academics, sports, health, and culture under one foundation
Career Highlights
Established Alvas Education Foundation as one of India’s premier sports institutions.
Oversaw 16 consecutive AIU (All India University) championships for Alvas College.
Instrumental in producing five Olympians from the institution.
Under his leadership, Alvas athletes have achieved international success in events like the World University Games and Asian Championships.
Spearheaded initiatives to collaborate with top sports coaches including Dr. C. Ajithkumar.
Training Background
While Dr. Mohan Alva himself is not a coach, he is responsible for developing one of India’s most comprehensive athlete training ecosystems:
Introduced scientific training and nutrition programs in collaboration with national coaches.
Enabled the hiring of elite sports professionals such as Dr. C. Ajithkumar to lead athletics coaching.
Ensured access to state-of-the-art training facilities at Alvas Education Foundation.