A teacher first.
A storyteller always.
Shruti Digrasker began her journey in a small classroom with a big conviction – that children don't remember lessons, they remember stories. A University Gold Medalist in Education and a World Record Holder in storytelling, she has spent over fifteen years weaving the wisdom of the Gita, the Puranas, and Indian folk traditions into modern pedagogy.
Today, as the founder of the India Geeta Gatha Academy (IGGA), she trains teachers, advises school leaders, and speaks on stages across the country – carrying one message: education that forgets its roots cannot help children grow.
Storyteller's Craft
Two decades of honing lessons into living narratives.
Emotional Wisdom
Deep connections forged before content delivery.
Indian Knowledge
Ancient pedagogy translated for today's schools.
Transforming classrooms through narrative pedagogy.
Storytelling is not merely entertainment; it is the most sophisticated form of knowledge transfer known to humanity. When we embed complex concepts within narratives, we engage not just the intellect, but the emotions, creating lasting impressions that rote learning can never achieve.
Shruti's approach combines traditional Indian storytelling techniques (Katha) with modern pedagogical requirements, ensuring that values, ethics, and subject matter are delivered in a way that resonates deeply with students of all ages.
Vocal Modulation
Techniques for holding attention
Emotional Arc
Structuring lessons for impact
Qualifications & Timeline
A scholarly journey spanning pedagogy, Indian Knowledge Systems, experiential learning, and doctoral research.
University of Delhi
B.A. (Hons.) English Literature
Graduated with First Class distinction; discovered a lifelong love for narrative traditions.
Maharshi Dayanand University
M.A. Education — University Gold Medalist
Topped the university, earning the Gold Medal for academic excellence in pedagogy.
Regional Institute of Education
B.Ed. & M.Ed.
Specialised in experiential learning and value-based curriculum design.
International Storytelling Institute
Certified Professional Storyteller
Trained in oral narrative, folk traditions and therapeutic storytelling.
Faculty of Education
Ph.D. — Indian Knowledge Systems in Education
Doctoral research on integrating Itihasa-Purana storytelling into modern classrooms.
India
Founder — India Geeta Gatha Academy (IGGA)
Founded IGGA to bring timeless Indian wisdom to educators, schools and families.