Shreeguru Dr Balaji Tambe was the founder and source of inspiration for all the activities carried out at Atmasantulana Village. He had achieved worldwide repute as an Ayurvedic doctor, particularly for the treatment of diseases such as heart ailments, diabetes, blood pressure and other chronic ailments. He had received many awards in recognition of his work and has served as a member of the Pharmacopoeia Committee with the Government of India.