The Walnut Way
Walnut Excellence Education is a pioneer in innovative learning, blending ancient techniques with modern methodologies to transform young minds. From just 4 centers to a nationwide movement, Walnut makes mental math, Abacus, Vedic Maths, Phonics, Storytelling, Financial Literacy, and Kids Entrepreneurship joyful and impactful. Founded by Mr. Jitesh & Mrs. Jalpa Gajra, driven by their vision of confidence, creativity, and women empowerment, Walnut empowers students and educators alike. With the support of a strong core team—Nomita Chhatbar, Ankita Mharkelkar, Bijal Gala, and many more—the mission is clear: to change lives, build future leaders, and inspire lifelong learning.
Our Founders
Jitesh Gajra
Founder
Mr. Jitesh Gajra, a marketing professional turned education visionary, is the driving force behind Walnut Excellence Education. Inspired by his father’s extraordinary mental calculation skills, he developed a deep love for numbers and entrepreneurship from an early age. After 7 enriching years in the corporate world, he chose to dedicate his life to shaping young minds. Together with his wife, Mrs. Jalpa Gajra, he built Walnut with a mission to make mathematics joyful and life-changing. His vision extends beyond academics—empowering children with financial literacy, entrepreneurial thinking, and life skills, while fostering women empowerment and global impact.
