Meet Our Leadership
Guided by visionaries dedicated to building future-ready platforms and nurturing the next generation of solutions.
Arif Siddiqui
Founder, Hajj & Umrah Digital Marketplace
Chairman, Lucknow Institute of Technology
Arif Siddiqui is an Education Entrepreneur and Civil Engineer (B.Tech, Jamia Millia Islamia; Executive Assoc., IIM Lucknow) with over 16 years of institutional leadership. Driven by his personal experience as a pilgrim, he is pioneering a revolutionary digital portal to bring absolute transparency, verified agency selection, and peace of mind to millions undertaking Hajj and Umrah.
Leadership Vision
"To empower students through accessible, high-quality education while developing institutions that shape future leaders and contribute meaningfully to society."
Core Expertise
- Pilgrimage Tech Innovation: Building a transparent, data-driven platform for verified Hajj & Umrah agency selection.
- Ethical Leadership: 20+ years founding and scaling educational institutions focused on trust and excellence.
- Engineering Precision: Applying system design and civil engineering principles to build secure, scalable digital infrastructure.
Associated Institutions
- Lucknow Institute of Technology
- Azad Institute of Engineering & Technology
- Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (Executive/Professional Association)
Education
Bachelor of Technology
Civil Engineering
Jamia Millia Islamia
Driven by a vision to modernize global services through technology, Ibrahim Arif Siddiqui bridges strategic international management with next-generation digital solutions. Holding an MBA from London, he combines UK-backed business standards with operational expertise to build future-ready platforms across education and religious tourism. As a key leader behind emerging Hajj and Umrah digital initiatives, he focuses on streamlining user experiences, modernizing pilgrimage workflows, and scaling technology platforms for international communities. Alongside his work in sacred tech ventures, he oversees strategic development and cross-border partnerships for major educational institutions, including the Azad Institute of Engineering & Technology and Lucknow Institute of Technology.
Leadership Vision
"To transform educational institutions into future-ready ecosystems that combine academic excellence, industry collaboration, innovation, and global opportunities for students."
Core Expertise
- Digital Pilgrimage Innovation: Scaling modern, tech-enabled solutions to elevate the global Hajj and Umrah ecosystem.
- Global Strategic Standards: Leveraging international business frameworks to drive sustainable growth and cross-border alignment.
- Institutional Excellence: Transforming traditional models into tech-forward, high-impact ecosystems.
Associated Institutions
- Azad Institute of Engineering & Technology
- Lucknow Institute of Technology
International Exposure
- United Kingdom
Dr. Yusuf Nagrami
Islamic Scholar & Advisor
Ph.D. Islamic Studies | M.Phil, Cairo University (Topper)
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)
A distinguished Islamic scholar, author, and academic, Dr. Yusuf Nagrami has dedicated decades of service to Islamic education and research across institutions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. With a Ph.D. in Islamic Studies and a gold-medal M.Phil from Cairo University, he has served as Director of the India Institute of Research in Jeddah, authored over 12 Islamic religious books, and held senior editorial and committee roles under the patronage of the Saudi government.
Leadership Vision
"To preserve and propagate authentic Islamic knowledge through rigorous scholarship, meaningful authorship, and cross-cultural dialogue that bridges communities across the Muslim world."
Core Expertise
- Islamic Studies & Research
- Quranic Translation & Scholarship
- Academic Leadership
- Religious Authorship
- Cross-Cultural Islamic Dialogue
Associated Institutions
- India Institute of Research, Jeddah, KSA (Ex-Director)
- Committee for Quran Translations, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Rabay + Hassni, Madina, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Key Achievements
- Author of more than 12 Islamic religious books
- Sub Editor — Urdu News Newspaper, KSA
- Chief Editor — Malik Fahad & Malik Abdullah publications, KSA
Hammad Anis Nagrami
Guest
India
An internationally experienced professional currently working in India. Hammad contributes valuable global industry perspectives, cross-cultural experience, and strategic insights that strengthen institutional collaborations and international outlook.
Leadership Vision
"To bridge international industry practices with educational excellence by promoting global collaboration, innovation, and opportunities for future professionals."
Core Expertise
- International Relations
- Strategic Growth
- Global Industry Exposure
- Professional Development
- Cross-Cultural Collaboration
How It All Started
The idea for our platform was born out of a real-world struggle that countless pilgrims face every year.
The Struggle
A pilgrim wanted to find the perfect package. To compare options, he reached out to almost 10 different travel operators.
The Overload
His number was circulated. He was constantly bombarded with calls from desperate agents, making the decision stressful rather than spiritual.
Our Solution
We built a platform where we verify both parties. Pilgrims connect without exposing their details endlessly, getting only the best, verified deals.