Our Team Members
Parveen Chopra
Founder of alotusinthemud.com, Parveen Chopra is a seasoned media professional who has specialized in wellness, personal growth, and spirituality. A trained teacher of TM, he founded Life Positive, India’s first body-mind-spirit magazine in 1996, from New Delhi, India. He has also worked in senior capacities for India Today, called the Time magazine of India, and DNA (Daily News & Analysis) in Mumbai. He has contributed articles to many leading publications including Yoga Journal and a chapter on wellness for a coffee table book on India published by the government of India.
Moving to the US 15 years ago, he edited The South Asian Times for over a decade and One World Under God interfaith journal. He has also contributed to Asking the Clergy column of Newsday, the main daily of Long Island. More at ParveenChopra.com/
Padma Shri D.R. Kaarthikeyan
D.R. Kaarthikeyan is a farmer-turned-lawyer-turned-senior police officer-turned-human rights activist-turned-promoter of interfaith harmony and environment protection. He held very high positions in the Government of India, including Director General of the National Human Rights Commission and Director of Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
He is associated with several organizations promoting spirituality, value-based education, health for all, rural welfare, environment, and renewable energy. He has visited over 150 countries, addressing conferences on human welfare subjects.
His popular books include “Triumph of Truth - The Rajiv Gandhi Assassination - The Investigation”. Following his successful investigation of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi’s killing in 1991 by a human bomb, the government honored him with the Padma Shri award. The President of India has awarded him the Medal for Meritorious Service and the Medal for Distinguished Service.
Raji Menon Prakash
In her own words: I am a writer, a published author, a gentle grammar nerd, an entrepreneur, an urban farmer, and a kindfulness practitioner. I have documented and written on sustainability, the environment, Indic philosophy, and travel for various publications such as A+D, Life Positive, The South Asian Times, The Awakening Times, and The Punch Magazine. Quitting running a niche communications company, I support green innovation and document the interconnection of lifestyles, heritage, health, and food. Deeply influenced by Fukuoka, I regard Nature as my guru and believe that working together as a community will keep us on the right track and open all doors
Navni Chawla
With expertise in journalistic writing, social media management, and creative inputs, Navni brings a strategic approach to enhancing the US-based web magazine’s presence and reach in India. She has earlier worked with Life Positive magazine.
Vedant Chopra
A visual and communication artist from India who loves to take an unorthodox approach towards design and tries to get as much rest as possible between deadlines.
Priti Thakur
Priti Thakur is a software Developer. Being passionate about web development, she designs websites using the latest technologies.
Neha Lohia
Neha Lohia, aka ‘the guru whisperer’ as Lotus in the Mud likes to introduce her, is a dynamic creative visionary, excelling in filmmaking, writing, and conscious entrepreneurship. With over two decades of experience across advertising, Hollywood, and Bollywood, her acclaimed directorial film projects like ‘Yashodhara: The Buddha’s Wife’ showcase her dedication to empowering women and inspiring global audiences. When not working on her next project, you can find her in the company of a guru, talking with a plant, meditating, or traveling to energy vortexes around the globe. Follow her journey on Instagram / Facebook / TikTok at @nehalohia_creatrix
Dharamveer Negi
Dharamveer is an experienced marketing and sales professional known for his strategic approach and ability to drive growth. With a strong background in market analysis, customer relationship management, and team leadership, he excels in developing and executing innovative sales strategies. He has consistently delivered results by identifying market opportunities, building brand value, and fostering long-term client relationships.
Join Our Team
If you have a passion for promoting and spreading goodness in the world, join hands with alotusinthemud.com/ You can volunteer, do short gigs or regularly freelance for us.
- We are looking for writers and journalists who know how to turn in copy that is both reader-friendly and SEO-friendly.
- You can also apply for positions in digital marketing and social media promotion.
Write in confidence to: lotus4usa@gmail.com