Dr. Tejaswi Katravulapally

Dr. Tejaswi Katravulapally is a scholar with a PhD in Quantum Physics (EMJD-EXTATIC scholarship, Ireland & Poland), specializing in ultrafast laser-atom interactions. His academic background also includes an MSc in Physics from IIT Madras and a B.Tech in ECE from LNMIIT, Jaipur. Beyond his scientific pursuits, Dr. Tejaswi is an accomplished Carnatic flautist with over a decade of experience. He is also a published author of five books that delve into Vedic scriptures such as the Suparna Suktam, Purusha Suktam, Lalita Sahasranama, Mandukya Upanishad, and Yoga Sutras.

Growing up in a devout Indian family fostered his early spiritual development, which was further shaped by learning the flute (Nada Yoga) at the age of ten and by his deep connection with his Guru, Master E.K. (Sri Ekkirala Krishnamacharya). He is ever in the study and practice of the Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads, Sri Vidya and other branches of Sanatana Dharma.

Currently, Dr. Tejaswi is a part-time faculty member at Kriya Tantra Institute, USA, where he teaches courses on Tantra and Mantra Sastras. He also serves as an online guest lecturer at LNMIIT, Jaipur, for the UGC-mandated Indian Knowledge System (IKS) course. In recognition of his efforts in propagating IKS, Dr. Tejaswi was honored with the “Spiritual Scientist” award in 2024 by the “All India center for local self government,” Andhra University.

Dr. Tejaswi is dedicated to integrating Western science and Eastern philosophy, aiming to enhance learning through a synthesis of diverse viewpoints.