Social Worker

Bharat Gaurav Mrs. Meghna Sakore Bordikar - Social Worker Maharashtra, India

Mrs. Meghna Sakore Bordikar is the MLA for the Jintur constituency in the Parbhani district of Marathwada, Maharashtra. She is an entrepreneur and also serves as a member of the Panchayat Raj Committee of Maharashtra state. In addition, she's a director of the PDCC Bank (Parbhani). She entered the public sphere at the age of 28, only after giving quality time to her 2 children currently studying in London because, for her, family always comes first.

Meghna ji has a Masters's Degree in International Studies from DY Patil University (Pune) & has carried out various social work initiatives in the Parbhani district. These include promoting water & environmental conversation, creating employment programs for women & youth, providing education to underprivileged children & running liquor de-addiction & rehabilitation programs, and steering Parbhani towards the Sustainable Development Goals. Her efforts for rainwater harvesting and water conservation along with Paani Foundation have resulted in her constituency, an originally drought-prone area, becoming free from water scarcity, igniting a spark in her people to take it upon themselves to fight the drought conditions. Employment rates in women and youth have also seen growth.

She's married to Deepak Sakore, an IPS officer working as DIG in Pune, Maharashtra. She is the daughter of a 5-term MLA Mr. Ramprasad Bordikar and the daughter-in-law of a retired Lt in the Indian Navy. The ideas of service and public administration are widely prevalent in the family, she is an ambitious woman leader working towards India’s progress by starting at the grassroots level.

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Bharat Gaurav Ms Shradha Agarwal

Ms. Shradha Agarwaal is a widely acclaimed International Life Coach and Soul Therapist who has, from years of spiritual experience, developed a powerful transformation technique called ‘The Success Technique’ using Vedic chants, Solar energy, and thought programming. It is a one-time workshop that teaches a compact 7-minute process involving 3 stages- The immunization process, the Creation process, and the Stabilisation process. Achievers from across diverse walks of life have taken this workshop and swear by it for its miraculous impact on their lives in just 21 days.

Ms. Shradha Agarwaal is a London Institute of Fashion Alumni and has been the Co-Chairperson at ASSOCHAM, heading its Bengal and North East India region for over two years. She was also the Young FICCI Ladies Kolkata Chairperson 2015/16and the Youngest Chairperson of Women Empowerment and Vocational Training of the 100-year-old – oldest Rotary of Asia– The Rotary Club of Calcutta.

Having dedicated almost a decade of her life to serving humanity, at a relatively early age Ms. Shradha Agarwaal founded ‘Prayaas’. ‘Prayaas’ is a voluntary-activities-based foundation formed with the purpose of reaching out, promoting inclusiveness, building bridges in society, and creating awareness. Ms. Agarwaal worked at the grassroots level by going to schools and street children to make them aware of hygiene and sanitation and running extensive programs for providing taxi driving training to lesser privileged women to help them gain financial independence. She creates awareness through her foundation, ‘Prayaas’, and educates all stratas of society to raise the awareness level in terms of various issues like fighting depression, social media perils, health awareness, garbage disposal, plastic, and water use awareness on a regular scale.

Her incessant work has been acknowledged many times and she has been honored and conferred with a line of prestigious awards for the same.

Awarded by FICCI Ladies Organisation in its 30th-anniversary celebration award ceremony for outstanding achievement. Award is given by Mr. Shekhar Gupta, Editor in Chief of Indian Express. (2013)

Awarded by Rotary International district 3291 in association with OAECT for Outstanding Contribution to Society and unstinted commitment to the development of underprivileged classes. (2015)

Awarded the prestigious ‘Iconic Woman Creating a Better World for All’ award by the Women Economic Forum, India. (2016)

Recognized amongst 14 Women Achievers from across the globe and was conferred with the NRI Achievers’ Award in Bahrain on 6.01.18.

Awarded the ‘Exceptional Woman of Excellence Award’ by Women Economic Forum in April 2018.

Awarded “International Leadership Innovation Excellence Award” by Institute Of Economic Studies at Bangkok on 25.Nov.18

Women Achiever’s Award - ‘Best Woman Leader of The Year’ by ASSOCHAM India at the Women’s Leadership and Empowerment Summit and Awards on November 13, 2019, Delhi. Award conferred by Smt Smriti Irani, Member of Parliament.

Ms. Agarwaal has have also been in the Executive Committee Board at the SAARC Nations South Asia Youth Entrepreneurship Council 2016-17.

Agarwal identifies herself as being a ‘Humanist’ and not just a ‘feminist’. She has spoken vehemently against the misuse of laws against men in divorce cases and the undue favor being granted to women in the form of reservations of official positions. She has advocated fairness and merit for both men and women.

She regularly takes part in television news debates and panel discussions on vital issues with distinguished achievers from politics, culture, media, and arts to address society on the need to bring about dynamism in our existing social structure.

Her story is unique and so is her drive to change the world. At such a young age, to have achieved this much, she is a role model for all young Indian girls.

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Bharat Gaurav Mrs Nivedita Saha - Empowering women through art

Nivedita Saha is an interdisciplinary artist based out of Dubai, with extensive practice spanning different methodologies and forms.

Born in 1972, in Maharashtra, India, Nivedita acquired a BFA from Sir JJ Institute of Applied Arts, Mumbai, in 1996. After her bachelor’s, she spent over two decades working in Commercial Arts (Advertising & Communication), years later completing her Masters in Social Sculpture and Connective Practice from Oxford Brookes University in Oxford, England.

In 2002, she moved to the Middle East where she found her true calling: Fine Arts. Gaining support to pursue this calling, she followed her passion for seeking a foothold in the art world both locally and on a global scale. Researching and experimenting with various mediums and methods of art evolved into a way of life for Nivi to this day. Her body of work expresses her inner thoughts and visions. She believes in stimulating positive social change in the world through her artistic practice, especially in the area of women empowerment.

Her profound interest and understanding of Mythology, Culture, and the Impacts of Faith led her to travel and share ideas across the borders of Kazakhstan, Germany, England, Malaysia, the United States, Portugal, and India. She connected with these regions through performances, art calls, collaborative projects, biennales, and art residencies.

Her prime focus involves research on ‘Impacts of Ancient culture and traditions on the current Social Landscape.’ She works by asserting herself in thought-provoking social mobilization projects with the sole aim of creating work that encourages positive shifts in the world.

Some of the significant milestones in her artistic career began with Exhibitions, artist residencies, and projects under the patronage of the Dubai Culture Council, The Embassy of India-Abu Dhabi and Abu Dhabi Culture & Heritage initiative, United Nations Headquarters New York, Fringe Arts Bath (FAB) – UK, Gallery of City Museum of Aveiro, Portugal, Penang State Art Gallery and Museum and Oxford Brooks Modern Art, England. She has been awarded ‘The Bharat Sanskriti Yatra Samman’ for her contribution to Indian Art and Culture in the UAE region.

Artist Nivedita Saha is married to Mr. SubratoSaha - Director at AquaChemie GT and is currently based in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates with her family. She operates from her Art atelier, ‘Art Studio Meraki’ – a space for interdisciplinary artistic practice and collaboration. She has been active in working with various art and social change platforms, undertaking interdisciplinary projects while evolving as an artist herself.

Some of her notable contributions toward social change include:

AWARDS:

“Bharat Sanskriti Yatra 2019” –A global competition and festival of Indian Art and Culture held in Dubai, UAE, in August 2019.

Awarded the “Bharat Sanskriti Yatra Samman 2019” – Abanindranath Tagore Award for outstanding and unparalleled contribution in the field of Global Art.

Confluence Collective Oxford: Platform for World Music based in England, Oxford. Collaborating with artists, creating awareness through open platforms in performing arts, and supporting local (migrants and refugees) communities (England).

Awakening the Soul Peace Conference – International Society for Krishna Consciousness - ISKON: Artist Contribution – Artworks auctioned at their event/ peace conference. Artwork - ‘Kaleidoscope’ – Highlights a Vision of Nations support for inclusiveness and Cultural Diversity.

Smartlife Dubai: Volunteer – Actively Supporting ‘Smartlife’ (locally based NGO in Dubai/UAE) in drives (women’s education), medical camps, nutrition, and health initiatives to help blue-collar workers - especially focused on women workers living in UAE.

Hope Foundation India (Kolkata): Volunteer – Actively Supporting projects and awareness initiatives under ‘Education for Girl Child’.

SUSTAINABLE ACHIEVEMENTS INDIA (Kolkata): Supporting sustainability projects and awareness initiatives under ‘Rescued Women from trafficking’ (The Alna Initiative).

Malhaar Institute of Performing Arts: Supporting through cultural contribution in their ongoing work by contributing to nonprofits through creative consulting - visual concepts, paintings, and storyboards. Malhaar is the only performance and Choir group in UAE that brings together over 100 local artists on one stage, thus providing a unique platform for Non-Profit Art, Dance, Drama, and Music.

SNF - Special Needs Future Development Center –Contribution through the donation of artworks for the cause. Art Auction and Exhibition.

Zee Television: Talk and Feature on the Importance of Culture and Tradition as an Expat in a Foreign Land. Zee Connect Season 9.

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Bharat Gaurav Mr Mukesh Kumar - Senior IAS Officer

Mr. Mukesh Kumar is an Enthusiastic Administrator eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills. A clear understanding of Acts and Laws and training in Public Administration. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Citizen Service delivery.

He is a critical thinker with a great working history as Municipal Commissioner in Ranchi Municipal Corporation, Ranchi, Jharkhand.

• Implementation of City Data Policy as a first step towards the implementation of Data-Driven Governance.Implementation of Parking Management which is on the chock-a-block Roads stretch. Charging at a per hour basis, the results were staggering as it reduced congestion and most importantly, ensured a twelve-fold annual increase in revenue. 
• Implementation of Smart Traffic Signal System & Organized Plying of City Buses for Smooth Traffic Management. 
• Successfully Implemented Primary Collection and Secondary Collection tasks of Solid Waste Management in Ranchi City. 
• Online payment system adopted by RMC for PMAY beneficiaries payment approval and payment transfer through PFMS system. 2168 dwelling units have been given to beneficiaries in the mega camp organized by RMC. 
• ULB level Steering & Monitoring committee has been formed for PM SVANidhi Scheme.

• The new survey/mid-survey of street vendors is in progress via a market campaign with the help of Cos, CRPs, and office bearer of ALFs. At present, 6412 street vendors have been surveyed. Online payment of all types of municipal taxes has been successfully implemented at the RMC level to promote maximum use of digital payments. 
• Implement the decisions of the corporation and the government. Signing bills that were passed by the standing committee/ Municipal Board of RMC. Presiding over a meeting, and seminars of Smart City and Command & Control Center. 
• Consider the welfare and interests of the RMC as a whole and, bring to the council's attention anything that would promote the welfare or interests of the city.

Under the public services he has also served as a Deputy Commissioner Bokaro, Deputy Commissioner Dumka, State Project Director Jharkhand, Deputy Commissioner Hazaribagh, Deputy Commissioner Latehar, Deputy Commissioner Khunti, and Sub Divisional Officer Pakur.

Mr. Kumar has completed his education in Delhi and his Master's from Jawahar Lal University in Hindi Literature and Graduated in Mathematics.

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Bharat Gaurav Padma Shree DY Patil - Former Governor Bihar

Padmashree Dnyandeo Yashwantrao Patil is profoundly known as D.Y. Patil who was born in the year 1935 on 22 October and is an Indian politician who was also Governor of Bihar, a state in eastern India from 29 May 2012 to 26 November 2014.

He is an educator and was a leader of the Indian National Congress from Maharashtra state. He was appointed the Governor of West Bengal on 24 December 2018, he joined Nationalist Congress Party.

Patil was elected to the Kolhapur Municipal Council as a Congress candidate in 1957 and remained in office until 1962. He was a member of the Maharashtra Vidhan Sabha from 1967-78. In both the 1967 and 1972 elections, he was elected from the Panhala Vidhan Sabha constituency.

He was appointed the Governor of Tripura state on 21 November 2009 and took the oath of office and secrecy on 27 November 2009. He was appointed the Governor of Bihar on 9 March 2012.

Through his noble work and realized dreams, Dr. D. Y. Patil has contributed significantly to the cause of  Education and healthcare. Through his various educational and healthcare schemes and policies, he would like to see India grow and become a self-supporting and leading nation. His vision is to make education and health care available to all, especially to the poor and needy, and the deprived and downtrodden.

Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil, a well-known educationist, and philanthropist from Kolhapur located in the state of Maharashtra, Born in a small village of Ambap he dreamt of spreading education and healthcare to the masses of  India and revolutionized the educational sector in Maharashtra. He is the founder and president of D. Y. Patil Educational Academy, Ramrao Adik Education Society, Dr. D. Y. Patil Pratishthan,  D.  Y.  Patil  Education  Society, and  Continental  Medicare Foundation.  He is associated with a  large number of educational,  social, and cultural activities. He has devoted himself to the cause of education. Eminent citizens representing various educational,  social, and industrial interests,  are members of the Board of Trustees of these organizations.

Dr. D. Y. Patil has focused his energies on the cause of education, with emphasis on professional education areas. He is of the opinion that the education patterned to train the students to face the challenges and ever-changing job/skill requirements on account of globalization without forgetting the ethos of rich Indian culture is bound to transform the society and thereby make India a strong, self-supporting, and leading nation. His preference is for the actual implementation of his concepts rather than merely preaching.

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Bharat Gaurav Dr Laxmi Vyas - Social Worker Europe

Dr. Lakshmi Vyas is an outstanding leader cum achiever and works tirelessly against all odds for the community in all the above-mentioned organizations. Her schedule in the community sphere is 24x7 days throughout. She is a soft-spoken, empathetic, compassionate, and sincere person. Her involvement in the public sphere, schools, colleges, religious centers, and councils hardly leaves any space for herself. It is 24 x 7 days’ work. For a woman to achieve all these accolades in Britain is not a miracle, it is her hard work, dedication, commitment, and enthusiasm to be helpful to the needy.

Dr. Lakshmi Vyas is one of the first women to have done a Ph.D. on a rare topic i.e. NOISE POLLUTION which is one of the important issues in all the cities of India. Recently Oxford University invited her to present a paper on comparative noise scenarios in Mumbai and western cities London, Paris, and New York, which was received very well.

She is Environmentally conscious and observes World Environment Day and World Earth day, and advocates for reducing AIR, SOIL & light pollution.

Her titles are:

• President Hindu Forum of Europe
• Visiting Professor at AUSN (American University of Sovereign Nations)
• Women’s Faith Leader at Religion for Peace for Europe
• Hindu Leader at European Council of Religious Leaders
• SACRE Member (Standing Advisory committee of Royal Borough of Greenwich (SACRE):
• Executive Member of UK Women Network: Networking and connecting with women from various walks of life. Organizing Women’s Day celebration in the Parliament, marathon walks for charity, and helping needy women with employment advice and social issues.
• Active working member of IARF- International Association of Religious freedom
• Advisory Member to Hindu Matters in Britain
• Member of UK Census – Hindu Advisor and more.

Dr. Vyas speaks, reads, and writes seven languages (English Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, Tamil, Malayalam, and Bhojpuri) She can understand Urdu, Punjabi, Kannada, and learning Spanish.

Not only this but Dr. Vyas also authored three books

1. Noise Pollution, 2. Urban Planning, 3. Environment and Commerce-text book for F.Y.B.com. She has to her credit more than 40 research papers published in well-known International Journals.

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