Changemakers
Story Of A Multitasker: From An Academic Achiever, Workaholic Corporate Performer, To A Glamorous Diva!
Hani Talla, a 30-year-old woman who has excelled in many outlooks of life and continues to achive more.
My Story: ‘In My First Jump, I Almost Forgot To Breathe, Now Every Second While Skydiving Feels Like A Blessing’
Shweta Parmar is the fourth licensed civilian woman skydiver in India and the first in Gujarat. She was lost in her work to make herself financially independent, so she used her savings to learn to skydive in Spain.
My Story: ‘Girls Are Not A Liability, Let Them Live The Way They Want, They Will Do Wonders’
Indrani Tapati was born in Assam’s conservative family, where boys were considered assets. She started a martial arts academy, aiming to stand out and prove herself. Today, she has over 400 students and three branches and won Gold in the Kettlebell National Championship.
My Story: ‘If I Don’t Love Myself, How Can I Expect Anyone Else To’
Dr Shivani Pathak was constantly taunted by society and judged for her capabilities for being obese. However, fighting all odds, she participated in beauty pageants ‘Ms E & E Plus Size India 2019’ and ‘Ms E & E Plus Size World 2020’ and emerged as a winner in both competitions. Since then, there’s no looking back!
My Story: ‘I Plan To Add More Learning Resources On Mindfulness To Help People Lead More Mindful, Fulfilling Life’
Shweta Advani is a mindfulness coach who shifted from a corporate job to start ‘Mindful Love Tribe’, an organization that works towards helping people in practising mindfulness in everyday life.
My Story: ‘Fear Of Living Alone Is Driving So Many Unhappy Marriages Today’
After living with a loveless and sexless marriage for 6 years, Pallavi Barnwal decided to be a sex educator. Today, she is a globally renowned certified sexuality intimacy coach in the field of sexual wellness. She has counselled thousands of people in helping them understand, navigate, and solve challenges in their intimate life.
My Story: ‘Selling Pickles To Support COVID Affected Families Is My Way Of Paying Tribute To My Late Husband’
Usha Gupta (88) lost her husband to COVID-19 last year, when the country was battling the devastating second wave. After his death, she decided to make and sell a variety of pickles and donate her earnings to the COVID-19 patients.
My Story: ‘I Felt On Top Of The World With My Motorcycle And Cried After Reaching Umlinga La Pass’
Kanchan Ugursandi’s decision to learn to ride a motorcycle was frowned upon because it was not for girls. Many years later, she broke all stereotypes becoming the world’s first solo biker to scale 18 high-altitude Himalayan passes.
My Story: ‘Gandhian Philosophy Pushes Me To Help My Native Village Become Self-Sufficient’
Dr Sudarshan Tomar is known for saving lives in Aligarh. Strongly influenced by Mahatma Gandhi’s values, he took it upon himself to bring about positive changes in his village called Mahua, by encouraging eco-friendly activities that gave rise to employment opportunities.
My Story: ‘Getting On Stage After Pregnancy Was Not Easy As A Woman’s Body Undergoes Drastic Changes’
Priya Pawar won Mrs India- Pride of the Nation Award years after having a son. She says that the journey to loving your body and having a positive self-image is the key to better physical and mental health.
My Story: ‘I Sustained Financial Difficulties By Giving Private Tuitions And Aid Through Government Scholarships’
Himanshu Gupta would work at his father’s tea shop before and after school. He let go of his scholarship abroad because he could not leave his family. He cleared the 2019 exam for IPS and in 2020, became an IAS Officer.
My Story: ‘No Matter Where I Go, Badminton Court Remains My Sacred Place’
Mugdha Agrey is a professional Badminton player who has throughout believed in her dream and achieved it. She now focuses on her next project and wants to make it to Paris Olympics 2024.
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Business owners, founders, and leaders who are making a tangible impact through innovation, entrepreneurship, and social responsibility.
