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Bylaws

BYLAWS

Legal Name:
INDOAMN HEALTH AND RESEARCH FOUNDATION

Public-Facing Name:
Indo-American (AMN) Health & Research Foundation / Indo-American.Org

Registration Details:
Registered under Section 8, Companies Act, 2013
CIN: U88900MP2025NPL074566
License No.: 163913
GSTIN: 23AAICI0114L1ZW

Tax Exemption Status:
Approved under Section 12A & 80G

Governing Authority:
Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India

ARTICLE I: Name and Legal Identity

The organization shall be known as the INDOAMN HEALTH AND RESEARCH FOUNDATION or Indo-American (AMN) Health and Research Foundation or Indo-American.Org (hereafter referred to as “the Foundation”), a non-profit company licensed under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013.

ARTICLE II: Registered Office

The registered office of the Foundation shall be located in the State of Madhya Pradesh, India. The Board may establish additional offices in India or abroad as necessary.

ARTICLE III: Vision and Mission

  • Vision: To foster global collaboration and innovation in health, research, and integrative medicine, promoting inclusive and equitable healthcare access.

  • Mission: To build a transnational network of health professionals, support evidence-based research, organize fellowships and summits, and implement outreach programs that prioritize holistic, integrative, and sustainable healthcare models.

ARTICLE IV: Objectives

The INDOAMN HEALTH AND RESEARCH FOUNDATION or Indo-American (AMN) Health and Research Foundation or or Indo-American.Org, incorporated under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013, functions as a non-profit, non-governmental organization with a mandate to pursue charitable, scientific, educational, and humanitarian objectives. The Foundation is committed to advancing public health and integrative medicine across India. Its core objectives include, but are not limited to:

Section 1: Mental Health & Youth Support

a)

To operate mental health support services, including the Mental Assistance Response Service (MARS)—a free and confidential support helpline accessible via call and WhatsApp for youth aged 12 to 30 years, and to deliver the Nova Hikari (光) program, a youth-focused emotional resilience and mental well-being initiative, providing:

  • Support facilitated by trained and empathetic young professionals

  • Structured one-hour support sessions, comprising 30 minutes of active listening followed by 30 minutes of case-based emotional guidance

  • Multilingual assistance in English and Hindi

  • Emotional support for concerns including emotional distress, relationship challenges, breakups, loneliness, academic stress, and burnout

b)

To enable access to affordable and subsidized follow-up counseling services, and to promote emotional well-being, resilience, and mental health awareness through the Nova Hikari (光) program using digital platforms, community-based initiatives, outreach activities, peer-support models, and educational interventions.

Section 2: Health Education, Research & Leadership

a) To promote global health awareness, public health leadership, and integrative healing through conferences, campaigns, and educational programs.

b) To encourage interdisciplinary medical and public health research, with a focus on youth-led innovation, preventive medicine, and underserved populations.

Section 3: Fellowship Honors and Recognition

a) To organize the Nations’ Plenary Health and Research Summit (NPHRS) as a platform for global medical exchange.

b) To confer honorary fellowships under the following categories:

  • Fellowship of Indo-American.Org Health Service Honors (F.I.A.H.S.H)

  • Fellowship of Indo-American.Org Health Outreach Honors (F.I.A.H.O.H)

  • Fellowship of Indo-American.Org Health Research Honors (F.I.A.H.R.H)

c) To honor distinguished students, professionals, researchers, and changemakers in the fields of healthcare, public service, and social medicine.

Section 4: Outreach, Telemedicine & Innovation

a) To establish and support telemedicine platforms, mobile clinics, mental health chatbots, and AI-assisted diagnostic services.

b) To conduct health outreach programs, health literacy drives, and field-based interventions in low-resource and rural communities.

Section 5: National & International Collaboration

a) To collaborate with governmental bodies, academic institutions, NGOs, and international organizations for joint research, capacity-building, and global impact initiatives.

b) To build regional research hubs, mentorship pipelines, and educational exchange programs.

Section 6: Community Health Models

a) To design and deliver Community-integrated care programs, especially in semi-urban and rural areas.

b) These models shall prioritize convenience, compassion, and clinical continuity, with a focus on quality, not cost-efficiency alone.

ARTICLE V: Governance Structure

  • 1. Board of Directors (BOD)

    Role: Supreme governing authority of the Foundation

    Composition

    • President & Chairperson (Head of Board)

    • Vice President (Global Affairs)

    • Executive Director (India Office)

    • Functional Directors (Finance, Compliance, PR, CBO, ETCBD)

    • Advisory Board Members (Non-voting)

    Key Responsibilities

    • Approves vision, mission, and strategic direction

    • Approves policies, annual budgets, and major appointments

    • Ensures legal, financial, and ethical compliance

    • Oversees executive leadership performance

    • Represents the Foundation nationally and internationally

    2. President & Chairperson

    Role: Chief Executive Authority and Head of Governance

    Responsibilities

    • Leads the Board of Directors

    • Holds highest executive and decision-making authority

    • Represents the Foundation at global platforms

    • Approves strategic partnerships and international collaborations

    • Final authority on policies, governance matters, and appointments

    3. Vice President – Global Affairs

    Role: Second-in-command to the President

    Responsibilities

    • Oversees international affairs and foreign partnerships

    • Coordinates global collaborations and diplomacy

    • Acts as President’s delegate in absence

    • Supports expansion and global representation

    4. Executive Director – India Office

    Role: Chief National Executive (Operations)

    Responsibilities

    • Manages day-to-day operations of the India Office

    • Implements Board and President’s decisions

    • Supervises all department directors and state heads

    • Ensures operational efficiency and compliance

    • Reports directly to the President & Board

    5. Departmental Directors

    Each Director reports to the Executive Director / President and operates within approved policies.

    A. Director – Education, Training & Capacity Building (ETCBD)

    Responsibilities

    • Develops academic, training, and professional frameworks

    • Oversees fellowships, certifications, and skill programs

    • Supervises Academic & Fellowship Council (AFC)

    B. Director – Community Behavioural Outreach (CBO)

    Responsibilities

    • Leads mental health, behavioral health, and outreach programs

    • Supervises state and regional CBO teams

    • Oversees counselling, awareness, and volunteer programs

    C. Director – Finance (FD)

    Responsibilities

    • Custodian of financial governance and compliance

    • Manages budgets, audits, and resource allocation

    • Authorized co-signer for payments and grants

    • Ensures transparency and financial reporting

    D. Director – Compliance & Legal Affairs (CLAD)

    Responsibilities

    • Ensures Section 8, MCA, Income Tax, and statutory compliance

    • Maintains legal documentation and governance records

    • Oversees audits, grievances, RTI, and verification

    • Acts as legal safeguard of the Foundation

    E. Director – Public Relations & Media Affairs (PRMA)

    Responsibilities

    • Manages public communication, branding, and advocacy

    • Oversees media relations and digital presence

    • Handles official statements, press, and outreach

    6. Academic & Fellowship Council (AFC)

    Role: Academic and Validation Authority

    Key Positions

    • Chief Fellowship Controller (CFC)

    • Fellowship Policy & Accreditation Officer

    • Evaluation & Conference Coordinator

    • Research & Abstract Review Officer

    Responsibilities

    • Manages fellowship validation and accreditation

    • Ensures academic integrity and documentation

    • Maintains fellowship records and evaluation systems

    7. State, Regional & Program Teams

    Role: Execution & Ground-Level Implementation

    Includes

    • State Directors

    • Regional Coordinators

    • Program Officers

    • Training & Outreach Staff

    • Volunteers and Support Officers

    Responsibilities

    • Implement programs as per national strategy

    • Report performance and impact data

    • Ensure local compliance and community engagement

    8. Advisory Board (Non-Voting)

    Role: Strategic Guidance & Expertise

    Composition

    • Senior experts in medicine, law, public health, academia, policy

    Responsibilities

    • Provide strategic advice and mentorship

    • Offer subject-matter expertise

    • Do not participate in routine governance voting

    9. Chain of Command

    Board of Directors
    → President & Chairperson
    → Vice President (Global) / Executive Director (India)
    → Department Directors
    → Deputy / Associate Directors
    → State & Regional Heads
    → Program Teams & Volunteers

ARTICLE VI: Membership and Honorees

  1. The Foundation does not offer general public membership but may nominate individuals and institutions for honorary titles and fellowships.

  2. Honorees of NPHRS Fellowships are not voting members but may serve as mentors, advisors, or goodwill ambassadors.

ARTICLE VII: Finance and Compliance

  1. The Foundation shall derive funds through donations, grants, sponsorships, event fees, and project-based income.

  2. All financial activities shall comply with:

    • The Income Tax Act, 1961

    • Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010 (FCRA) – if applicable

    • GST norms (GSTIN: 23AAICI0114L1ZW)

  3. No part of the income shall be distributed as dividends to any director or member.

ARTICLE VIII: Amendments

These bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds vote of the India Office Bearers (Not-for-Profit), provided that proposed amendments are circulated at least 14 days in advance.

ARTICLE IX: Dissolution Clause

In the event of dissolution, assets remaining after satisfaction of liabilities shall be transferred to another Section 8 Company or public charitable trust with similar objectives, as decided by the India Office Bearers (Not-for-Profit).

ARTICLE X: Legal Structure, Identity Verification, Naming Disclaimers & Anthem

Section 1: India Office Bearers (Not-for-Profit) Disclaimer

The term “India Office Bearers (Not-for-Profit) “ is designated as the Board of Directors of the Indo-American (AMN) Health and Research Foundation. It is an internal, non-governmental entity responsible for leadership, governance, and strategic execution across all operational, fellowship, and research verticals.

This nomenclature is compliant with the Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act, 1950, and the Ministry of Corporate Affairs guidelines for Section 8 companies.

Section 2: Government ID and Biometric Verification Policy

To ensure security, transparency, and in-person authentication, the Foundation mandates the following verification process for all individuals receiving NPHRS Fellowships, attending official events, or participating in sensitive programs:

  1. KYC (Know Your Customer) Verification:

    • All honorees, presenters, and fellows must undergo KYC using valid government-issued ID (e.g., Aadhaar, Passport, PAN Card).

    • Masked versions of IDs may be stored and displayed publicly (if applicable) in compliance with data protection norms.

  2. Biometric Registration & Attendance:

    • Fingerprint scanning and biometric check-in may be implemented at official summits, such as the NPHRS Home Country Meetings/Regional Meetings and Fellowship Honors Ceremonies.

    • Biometric data collected shall be used strictly for attendance tracking, in-person verification, and compliance logging.

    • Data will be stored securely and anonymized where necessary, never shared with third parties unless legally required.

  3. Geo-Tagging and Digital Photo Verification:

    • Real-time photo with location metadata may be captured at event entry for geo-tagged attendance records.

    • Participants shall be informed in advance and must consent as part of the onboarding procedure.

  4. Video-Based KYC (Remote Verification):

    • For those unable to attend in person, video-based government ID verification may be conducted via secured digital platforms with timestamped recording.

All identity verification procedures follow the Information Technology Act, 2000, and applicable data privacy guidelines under Indian and international law.

Section 3: Naming Rationale – Use of ‘Indo-American’

The name “Indo-American” reflects the Foundation’s foundational leadership and vision of international collaboration, particularly between India and the United States.

It is justified by the national identities of the founding executive members:

  • Dr. Suyash Litoriya, Founding President (DIN: 10930520), is a citizen of India.

  • Dr. Umar Khan, Founding Vice President (DIN: 10930519), is a citizen of the United States of America.

This bilateral leadership model embodies the Foundation’s mission of bridging global healthcare, research, and academic networks between the East and the West.

This Indo-US alliance serves as the philosophical foundation for a global health collaboration platform, focusing on scientific excellence, equitable outreach, and integrative wellness.

Section 4: Legal Name and Disclaimer for ‘Indo-American’

The legal and MCA-registered name of the organization is:

INDOAMN HEALTH AND RESEARCH FOUNDATION
(Section 8, Companies Act, 2013 | License No.: 163913 | CIN: U88900MP2025NPL074566 | GSTIN: 23AAICI0114L1ZW)

The term “Indo-American (AMN) Health and Research Foundation” is used solely for public recognition, global identity, and partnership branding. It does not imply any formal affiliation with the governments of India or the United States.

The Foundation is a non-political, non-governmental, and not-for-profit organization, operating as an independent body under Indian corporate and NPO law.

Section 5: Official Anthem — “Together for a Healthier World | उठे साथ, एक स्वास्थ्य”

To inspire unity and reflect our shared mission, the Foundation adopts the following anthem:

✨ Anthem Lyrics: “Together for a Healthier World | उठे साथ, एक स्वास्थ्य”

(Spoken Intro)
Indo-American Health and Research Foundation –
For a Healthier, United World.

🎶 [English Verse]
From East to West, we rise as one,
For every life, our work is done.
Science with soul, hand in hand,
Together we heal across every land.

🪔 [Hindi Sankalp – संकल्प]
इंडो-अमेरिकन साथ चले,
हर जीवन को रौशन करे।

“Together for a Healthier World | उठे साथ, एक स्वास्थ्य”

🎯 Why an Anthem?

An anthem gives voice to a vision — and ours is bold:

To validate science, build global networks, and offer integrative healing that uplifts every community.

This anthem is a musical declaration of equity, unity, and public health purpose. It will be performed at:

  • All NPHRS Summits

  • Fellowship Honors ceremonies

  • Global outreach missions and partnerships

🫶 A Tribute to Every Contributor

Whether you’re a student researcher, medical practitioner, public health advocate, or wellness innovator — this anthem is for you.

Your work is the reason we sing.

🔊 Listen. Share. Stand united.
Let’s walk together —

उठे साथ, एक स्वास्थ्य | Together for a Healthier World.

Effective Date

These Bylaws are adopted and effective as of the date of incorporation under License No. 163913.