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My Story: ‘I Want To See More Indians Participating In Horseback Archery’
Rubentheran Sivagurunathan has faced endless rejections in his life. However, it was his sheer love for horses that steered him in the direction of Horseback Archery, becoming the first Indian-origin man in Malaysia to compete in the interesting sport.
My Story: ‘I Was Fortunate Enough To Get Diagnosed With Fibromyalgia Earlier Than Many Other Patients’
Jhelum Mukherjee’s passion for teaching took her to take up the ‘Teach For India’ fellowship in 2020. From fighting through Fibromyalgia to being creatively expressive, she is channelling her energy in initiating socio-emotional learning for children.
My Story: ‘Each Gruelling Experience Has Given Me Satisfaction In Its Execution’
Dr Arif Hasan is seeing the world through a humanitarian lens. Initially joining ‘Doctors Without Borders’ to make ends meet, each experience in conflict-ridden countries like Yemen, Syria, South Sudan, etc, has shaped him in the best way possible.
My Story: ‘Drag Helps Me Bridge The Gap Between My Gender Visuality And My Performance As An Artist’
Patruni Sastry learnt classical dances such as Kuchipudi, Bharatanatyam and Odissi at the age of 7. Now, as a Drag artist, Sastry uses the medium to raise awareness about pertinent issues and uses the same for self-expression.
My Story: ‘My Experiences Have Taught Me How To Soldier On In The Chaotic Road Of Life’
Kabir Maan did not lead an easy life. Struggling with his identity, it took him years to realise that he wanted to live as a trans man. He hopes to get the sex reassignment surgery this year.
My Story: ‘I Am Gradually Accepting Who I Am And Making The Most Of It’
Heena Sharma had locomotor disability since birth. However, she strongly feels that the only limits are set by a person’s mindset. She is confident in facing the world and works as a performance artist.
My Story: ‘No Force On Earth Is Bigger Than Power Of Responsible Citizens Coming Together’
Srikanth Narasimhan has been part of civic and citizen activism over the last few years. A series of events ultimately led him to founding Bengaluru NavaNirmana Party (BNP), world’s first city-centric party, focused to rebuild Bengaluru and making it a model city.
My Story: ‘Beauty Has Nothing To Do With Looks, It’s How You Are As A Person’
Sommya Jain was a born dancer. However, she was diagnosed with Haemangioma (a noncancerous tumor made up of blood vessels appearing on the surface of the skin). She eventually defeated this life-threatening condition to earn a new phase in life. Jain is now a renowned social media influencer, with her dance videos crossing views in millions.
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.
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