Changemakers

Chef Vijay Kumar from Tamil Nadu Becomes First to Win James Beard for Indian Cuisine at New York’s Semma
Vijay Kumar’s historic 2025 James Beard Award win for Semma marks a breakthrough for Indian and Tamil cuisine in New York, celebrating authenticity and global recognition

From Stigma to Public Policy: How Uninhibited’s ‘Hello Saathi’ Is Transforming Menstrual Health with Junoon Recognition
Uninhibited’s innovative Hello Saathi helpline and community programmes are reshaping menstrual health support for India’s adolescents.

From BBMP Fine to Green Model: Santosh Kumar Leads Prestige Bagamane Temple Bells to 100% Waste Composting
Under the leadership of Santosh Kumar, Prestige Bagamane Temple Bells transforms waste management with the “3M” model, turning a BBMP penalty into a model of sustainability.

Junoon Awards Honour Maya CARE’s Disability-Led Revolution in Elderly Support During the Pandemic
Empowering persons with disabilities to deliver compassionate care, Maya CARE Foundation redefined elder support and inclusion, earning the Junoon Award for their pandemic resilience.

IIEC Wins Junoon Award for Transforming Rural Education with Community-Led Learning in Odisha
IIEC’s innovative, community-driven education model empowered mothers and transformed rural learning, earning the Junoon Award 2023.

Doctors For You Wins Junoon Award for Sustainable And People-Centred Pandemic Response
The Junoon Awards 2023 celebrated Doctors For You for pioneering collaborative, scalable public health solutions during the pandemic.

P&G Shiksha Turns 20 And These Stories Say It All
P&G Shiksha’s two-decade journey has empowered over 50 lakh children through holistic and evolving educational support.

From Crisis to Care: How Junoon Award-Winner Deepalaya Wove Resilience and Innovation into Community Development
Honoured at the Junoon Awards, Deepalaya’s people-first approach empowered millions through education, relief, and resilience.

‘Helmet Man of India’: How a Friend’s Death Sparked Raghvendra Kumar’s Life-Saving Mission Across India
After losing a friend in a road accident, Raghvendra Kumar distributed over 60,000 helmets and built 1,400 libraries to promote road safety and education across India.

Innovation NE Week 2025: Northeast India’s Digital Renaissance Begins in Kohima
A landmark tech summit at NIELIT Kohima unites leaders, startups, and policymakers to accelerate Northeast India’s digital transformation through strategic partnerships and innovation.

Rekhta Foundation Honored at Junoon Awards 2024 for Pioneering Global Promotion and Preservation of Urdu Language
Rekhta Foundation was recognised at the Junoon Awards 2024 for revolutionising Urdu preservation through digital innovation and global outreach.

Rozgar Dhaba Honored at Junoon Awards 2024 for Building Rural Resilience through Innovative Employment Solutions
Recognised at the Junoon Awards 2024, Rozgar Dhaba is redefining rural employment and welfare access through innovation and community outreach.
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