Lodha Foundation unveils Mathematical Sciences Institute (LMSI) in Mumbai

August 18, 2025

With an aim to provide a collaborative and meritocratic environment for mathematics researchers from across the globe, Lodha Mathematical Sciences Institute (LMSI) was launched on August 17 in Mumbai. The first ever privately funded mathematics research institute in the country is backed by Lodha Foundation, which received appx Rs 20,000 crore endowment from the Lodha family last year.

“It's very important for us as a company to make sure that our success contributes in a wholesome manner to India's development. In that context, the family decided last year to donate about one-fifth of the ownership of the company to the Lodha Foundation. We have realised that for an nation to become strong, we ought to have original thinking and promote innovation. This is what the Lodha Institute of Mathematical Sciences is focused on. We are undoubtedly committed to making sure that in the long term, this becomes one of the leading institutions in the world,” said Abhishek Lodha, CEO and MD of Lodha Developers.

The LMSI will encourage intellectual inquiry and mathematical research, both in its fundamental aspects as well as in its applications. The institute aims to be a global leader in mathematical research, both in its fundamental aspects as well as in its applications. The institute will serve as a beacon of mathematical excellence, attracting the best minds from around the world and fostering a culture of intellectual curiosity and discovery.

Ashish Kumar Singh, chief mentor at Lodha Foundation said, “The foundation of almost all technological progress today is mathematical, whether it be cryptography, cybersecurity, warfare, and definitely artificial intelligence. At LMSI, we are aiming to get the brightest researchers to come together and pursue research in cutting-edge frontier mathematics so that the frontiers of mathematics are pushed and new knowledge is created.”

The LMSI will be headed by Dr V Kumar Murty, a renowned mathematician, known for his significant contributions to number theory and arithmetic geometry. A Ph.D. from Harvard University, Dr Murty has served as the Director of the Fields Institute and as a professor at the University of Toronto. With several international accolades to his credit, Dr Murty’s research spans various areas, including analytic number theory, algebraic number theory, information security, and arithmetic algebraic geometry.

“We know that in the vast history of India, there have been many great mathematicians who contributed fundamental ideas that have shaped the world that we live in today. To be a part of that tradition and to take it forward to the next level, invoking not only the expertise within India, but even that which is available around the world, is truly critical and inspiring. The LMSI aims to address fundamental problems that will help India becoming a developed nation and a global leader by 2047,” said Dr Murty.

The LMSI is backed by a scientific advisory panel of leading researchers, who will oversee the scientific programs of the Institute and help to align them with the main international trends. This includes Dr Manjul Bhargava (Princeton University), Dr Vikraman Balaji (Chennai Mathematical Institute), Dr Sourav Chatterjee (Stanford University), Dr Ravi Vakil (Stanford University and President-Elect of AMS), Dr Yakov Eliashberg (Stanford University), Dr Alexander Lubotzky (Weizmann Institute of Science), Dr Kavita Ramanan (Brown University), Dr François Labourie (Université de Nice Sophia Antipolis), Dr Siddhartha Mishra (ETH Zurich), Dr Mahan Mj (TIFR), Dr Ngô Bảo Châu (University of Chicago), Dr Parimala Raman (Emory University).

The Institute recognises that it can contribute significantly to solving complex challenges in areas such as infrastructure, healthcare, and economics. These challenges that can be addressed through advanced mathematical approaches, including data science, machine learning, operations research, and optimization. As an institute rooted in India and focused on both fundamental research and applications, it can make meaningful contributions, both in the short term as well as the long term, nationally and globally. To realise this vision, the Lodha Mathematical Sciences Institute will empower faculty with the freedom to pursue their research interests without administrative constraints.

About Lodha Foundation

A year ago, Lodha family donated 1/5th of their stake in Lodha Group. A sum of around Rs 20,000 crores was pledged to Lodha Foundation, which aims to contribute towards India’s progress and enabling it to become a global leader by 2047.

The Foundation’s core focus is on Education for Gifted, Promoting Indian Culture, Environment Preservation and Upgradation, and Innovation.

By now over 500 geniuses between the age group of 12-18 years have been identified from all corners of our nation and put on an accelerated program which enables them to reach their full potential. The Lodha Foundation is creating a multiplier effect by instilling values of giving back to the society, among their Geniuses.

The Environment Preservation and Upgradation arm of the Lodha Foundation is working relentlessly along the lines of Build, Share and Advocate. Multiple initiatives have been launched in partnership with the Rocky Mountain Institute, USA to conduct research, drive pilots and create a knowledge hub for practical, implementable solutions. The program that aims for sustainable urbanisation and environmental upgradation, is growing with each passing day.

On the Innovation front, the Lodha Foundation aims to build advanced research capabilities in India to drive technological innovation and thereby establish economic superiority. The penultimate goal is to focus on Mathematical sciences, Theoretical Computer Science / Artificial Intelligence, Theoretical Physics and Theoretical Chemistry. With the unveiling of the LMSI, the Lodha Foundation takes a giant leap in contributing to India’s vision of becoming a global leader.