Changemakers
My Story: ‘I Quit My Job Because I Wanted To Solve Pothole Problem In Our Country’
Sourabh Kumar is on a mission to make India pothole-free. He runs the initiative ‘PotHoleRaja’ to save lives and bring out social awareness about road safety among all citizens for a better India.
My Story: “I Took A Leap Of Faith, And That Decision Changed My Life”
Kiran Patthi was a regular IT employee, until one day when he decided to quit his job and start his life afresh. Nine years later, he defines himself as a struggling unemployed person with a hobby at hand and an idea in his head.
My Story: ‘Everywhere I Looked, I Could See People Struggling For Oxygen Cylinders And Hospital Beds’
Ashcharya Khanna comes from a family that has been associated with the Rotary club for generations, therefore, him treading the same path came as no surprise. He worked with other volunteers and started a 24×7 helpline for anyone who needed assistance to procure oxygen.
My Story: ‘My Aim Is To Build Toilets In Rural India Because Sanitation Is Dignity’
Atul Bhide has been an entrepreneur for the last 25 years. His life took a turn when he joined the Rotary Club of Thane Hills in 2000 and started working on various community service projects. Till date, he along with his team has constructed 792 individual green toilets under the ‘Right-To-Go’ campaign, having many positive and sustainable impacts on the environment, health, and dignity of women.
My Story: ‘Nothing Is Useless In This World, Every Waste Can Be Turned Into Asset’
Dr. Binish Desai is a waste warrior, and an inspiration to young Indian minds. He aims to create a huge impact on the youngsters who really believe that their ideas can bring change in the society and help make it a better place to live.
My Story: ‘Failure Builds Character, Don’t Let It Stop You’
Moksh Murgai (22) is a Delhi-based young cricketer and a state-level athlete. The all-rounder has the record of scoring 30 centuries and over 50 half-centuries in the domestic circuit. However, despite playing the game for the last 14 years, he is yet to get his big break.
My Story: ‘While Growing Up On The Railway Station, I Would Dream Of A Better Future For Myself’
Vishal Mridul lost his father in childhood, after which, his mother married elsewhere. At 8 years of age, he was left on the Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station to fend for himself.
My Story: ‘Life After Transition Is Happier And Now I’m Loving Myself More’
Aditri Chowdhury, commonly known as Amy, is a 35-year-old trans model from Kolkata. She holds the record of being the first trans woman to walk the ramp without any surgery or hormone therapy.
My Story: ‘Life Always Plays With Those Who Are Best Players —Keep Playing & Never Give Up’
Roshan Nagar was living a normal life until he met with an accident, which left him amputated for a lifetime. But nothing could beat his determination and willpower of finding ways to overcome the pain and struggles he went through. Today, he is an Assistant Manager in a bank, a successful writer, and a motivational speaker.
My Story: ‘The Journey Of Coming To Terms With The Disease Pushed Me In And Out Of Bouts Of Depression’
Naropanth Santoshi walked for the last time in 2016. A dancer since childhood, her life was shattered when she was diagnosed with a rare progressive disease that left her wheelchair-bound for the rest of her life.
My Story: ‘The Words My Son Uses To Talk About Me Motivates Me To Serve Many More Children’
Sai Sowjanya Vasa was an IT professional until her son came into her life and gave her a purpose. Today, she is a special educator for children with special needs and takes immense pride in her profession.
My Story: ‘I Lost Two Fingers And A Leg, But Not My Dream Of Becoming A Cricketer’
Hemil Parikh met with a horrific train accident that took his leg and his hopes from him. Several surgeries later, he was back on the ground with his father telling him that the pain would make him stronger.
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Business owners, founders, and leaders who are making a tangible impact through innovation, entrepreneurship, and social responsibility.
