Dr. Subba Rao Pavuluri is a distinguished technologist and entrepreneur with over four decades of experience in India’s space programme (ISRO) and a pioneer in advancing private high-technology ventures.

In 1993, he founded Ananth Technologies Limited (ATL) to design, develop, and manufacture highly reliable systems and sub-systems for India’s space and defence missions. Under his leadership, ATL has expanded to a team of 1,500 highly skilled engineers and scientists, contributing to 88 satellites and 67 launch vehicles. ATL became the first private company in India to establish full-fledged satellite and launch vehicle assembly, integration, and testing facilities.

The company operates advanced facilities in Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Thiruvananthapuram, and has received multiple National Technology Excellence Awards. Dr. Pavuluri continues to lead innovations in satellite communication systems, addressing diverse applications and driving the role of private industry in India’s space technology ecosystem.

He holds B.E., M.E., and Ph.D. degrees and remains committed to strengthening India’s position in global space technology through sustained innovation and industry–research collaboration.