On Sunday 6th April, 2025 under the supervision of the Registrar of Societies and the Government of Karnataka, a new Executive Committee was elected by AFB Members.
The election marks a new chapter for the institution, reinforcing its commitment to promoting French language and culture in Karnataka 55 years after its creation in 1970.
The newly elected Executive Committee comprises eight distinguished members, each bringing a wealth of experience and dedication to the organization’s mission.
The office bearers of the committee 2025 -2027 are as follows:
President
Dr. Chinmaya P Chigateri
Vice President
Mrs. Ramya Bharadwaj K.B
Vice President
Dr. Anush Solomon Joy
Treasurer
Mr. Abhishek Iyengar
Joint Secretary
Mr. Aditya Surana
General Secretary
Mr. Jean-Marc Dépierre
Other Executive Committee Members
Mr. Chander Mannar
Ms. Punya Gopal
Mr. Anand Gurumurthy
Dr. Harisha G.B
Mr. Shridhar Prabhu
The committee members, representing a diverse background of culture, education, and management, are committed to further strengthening Indo-French ties through dynamic programs, language education, and cultural exchange.