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Vulcan GP

Meet The Team

We are Vulcan GP, a passionate team of young engineers and designers united by our love for motorsport and innovation. Based in Hyderabad, India, we represent the next generation of STEM talent pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

Our journey began with a simple dream: to build a race car that could compete on the international stage. Through countless hours of design, manufacturing, and testing, we've created something extraordinary. Each team member brings unique expertise, from advanced CAD modeling to precision manufacturing, creating a synergy that drives our success.

As the 2025 STEM Racing India South Regionals Winners, we've proven that with dedication, innovation, and teamwork, anything is possible. But this is just the beginning of our story.

Our People

Arnav Kaul

Team Principal

Arnav Kaul

As Team Principal, Arnav leads Vulcan GP with strategic vision and an unwavering passion for motorsport. He brought the team together from scratch and has been the core link between operations, engineering, and management. His ability to manage both people and problems under pressure was critical in our successful run at the South India Regionals. With a background in leadership and team-building, Arnav ensures the team stays on track—literally and figuratively.

Key Achievements:

  • Led Vulcan GP to 1st place at South India Regionals 2025
  • Oversaw team operations for Best R&D Award win
  • Built foundational team structure and strategy

Specialties:

Leadership & CoordinationStrategic PlanningCommunicationEvent MangagementMotorsport Knowledge

Adityesh Chandrayan

Technical Director

Adityesh Chandrayan

As Technical Director, Adityesh oversees and documents all engineering and enterprise decisions and activities. His sharp problem-solving and strategizing skills help the team overcome logistical and operational challenges. His academic excellence and leadership experience give him a unique ability to connect big-picture tactics with on-ground execution. His expertise in financial planning and mathematics is crucial for making informed decisions and tracking incoming and outgoing monetary flows.

Key Achievements:

  • Elected Head Boy of the Student Council for two consecutive years
  • Awarded Distinction and School Champion Medal in the Euclid Math Contest
  • Finalist in the Economics World Cup

Specialties:

Financial Planning and Budget ManagementDocumentation and RecordingNegotiation and Sponsor AcquisitionVendor CoordinationStrategic Planning

Agastya Nadella

Design Engineer

Agastya Nadella

Agastya is the team’s go-to expert for car design and CAD modeling. His deep interest in physics and hands-on work ethic make him a crucial part of the engineering pipeline. As the main designer for our cars, he translated group concepts into a tangible, high-performance model. He continues to iterate and innovate, constantly testing new shapes, materials, and configurations to push our car’s performance forward.

Key Achievements:

  • Poineered design of the Regionals car (3rd fastest in South India)
  • Contributed to Best R&D Award
  • Refined aero-package for next-gen development

Specialties:

CAD & 3D ModelingEngineering DesignAerodynamicsPhysics IntegrationRapid Prototyping

Arahant Veerareddy

Head of Marketing & Manufacturing Engineer

Arahant Veerareddy

Arahant leads Vulcan GP’s marketing efforts while also playing a key role in manufacturing. Originally the Manufacturing Engineer, he took on the additional role of Marketing Head shortly after the F1 in Schools South India Regionals. Constantly coordinating between Enterprise and Engineering, Arahant enjoys the creative process of producing high-quality outreach materials while maintaining absolute precision throughout the car’s design, manufacturing, and assembly stages.

Key Achievements:

  • Selected to represent India at the Asian & Oceanic Optimist Sailing Championship
  • Silver medalist in Volleyball at ISSO Nationals 2025
  • Elected House Captain for two consecutive years in Student Council

Specialties:

Precision Manufacturing TechniquesTechnical CommunicationStoryboard Creation and ImplementationComputer Fluid DynamicsVendor Coordination

Sanjaay Rajkumar

Head of Technology

Sanjaay Rajkumar

As Head of Tech, Sanjaay brings engineering depth and programming experience to Vulcan GP. Joining right after the regional championship, he has been responsible for upgrading the team’s digital and analytical capabilities—from building the official website to running internal simulations and tools. With a keen understanding of both visual design and backend logic, he ensures our tech systems stay efficient and competition-ready.

Key Achievements:

  • Designed and developed team’s official website
  • Published several games
  • 2nd place individual in CBSE chess clusters

Specialties:

Programming & SimulationVideo Game DevelopmentData AnalysisPhysics ApplicationsCreative Design

Aadya Pochampally

Graphic Designer

Aadya Pochampally

As Graphic Designer, Aadhya defines VulcanGP’s visual identity across all media. She works on car livery, pit displays, website visuals, and everything in between—ensuring our team stands out in presentation and branding. Her design work blends creativity with clarity, helping judges and audiences engage with our team’s story and spirit.

Key Achievements:

  • Created VulcanGP’s brand identity
  • Designed car livery and pit visuals
  • Managed team’s graphic assets across platforms

Specialties:

Graphic DesignVisual BrandingAesthetic LayoutsDesign Software (Adobe, Canva, Figma)Color Theory & Application

Excellence in Engineering

Our team brings together sharp engineering, high-speed innovation, and a passion for motorsport. From aerodynamic breakthroughs to digital precision, Vulcan GP pushes the limits of what student-led teams can achieve. Backed by a regional title and standout design work, we deliver value to sponsors who believe in the future of racing and STEM.

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Commitment to Innovation