Background:

Since her younger days, she has harbored a robust aspiration to establish a platform for underprivileged children, enabling them to cultivate and lead lives of dignity and productivity. While elitists might turn up for charity balls/events to show their support, the best among us treat these backward communities with disrespect and disdain. All of us are blessed with talents by the almighty, but unfortunately, in the absence of the right environment, our potential never comes to the fore. Notwithstanding their background, these children should not become victims of lack of opportunities and thereby unable to showcase their abilities. Her conviction rests on the belief that every child is born equal and should be granted identical prospects for accomplishment when nurtured in the appropriate milieu.

The pivotal juncture in her life materialized upon the inception of the Gunjan Foundation in 2004—an institution dedicated to uplifting underprivileged children. Bolstered by her family's backing, deliberate strides were taken towards her objectives. Among her aspirations was the establishment of a model institution for disadvantaged children, and this aspiration metamorphosed into reality with the magnanimous provision of land and edifice on lease for the "Swapna Sarthak School" by the DLF Foundation in 2010. Presently, the Gunjan Foundation extends scholarships to 500 students, facilitating scholastic and higher education, as well as skill enhancement in Delhi & PAN India. The organization's outreach has extended by opening chapter in Jaipur and Ahmedabad.

"A woman encompasses the full circle, wielding the power to create, nurture, and transmute." Embarking on a gradual and measured trajectory, her breakthrough arrived with the orchestration of seminars centered on "Mind Pollution," delving into society's mindset toward the underprivileged—an endeavor that resonated triumphantly. "Should one labor with fervor and relish the pursuit, the solutions to life shall unveil themselves," she articulates.

Have a strong belief system instilled by her father “dream big and you will achieve your dreams through hard work’. So don’t let hurdles dishearten and successes spoil.

Objective:

The prime directive she espouses is to proffer a conduit for children, especially those hailing from less privileged strata, to triumph in their life journeys.

Education:

Calcutta University, Kolkata, India.
B.A. (Hons) Hindi Literature
Saraswati Niketan, Kolkata, India Diploma in finishing course
South Delhi Polytechnic New Delhi, India
Nursery and Primary teachers training

Experience:

Patrika
A documentary serial on literature for Doordarshan where authors were invited and books discussed on the show.

Sahityaki.
A literary documentary serial for Doordarshan.

Bal Jagat.
A documentary serial for children where different activities of interest were planned

Stage shows:

N.I.R.C.
Compered for the show held in Vigyan Bhavan. "The show was presided by Hon'ble Giani Zail Singhji, then President of India".

Pankaj Udhas Night.
Compered a show for Pankaj Udhas.

Radio talk:
Talk on All India Radio on "Ganga Jamuna aur Saraswati ke Sangam par Bhartiya Sahitya".

Acting:
Acted as the main lead in Doordarshan Serial "Katha Vyatha"

Teaching:
Taught as a nursery & primary school teacher in Birla Vidya Niketan, New Delhi'

Award:

Lifetime Achievement Award for Social Impact by Delhi Management Association
Top Ten most impactful NGOs of the year 2024 by BRAND HONCHOS
Women Prestige Awards (WPA) 2024 from Lions Club Delhi Veg in association with Indo Myanmar Friendship Association & Nari Shakti – Ek Nayi Pahal Foundation
Perseverance Award of the year 2022 by Tara Institute
Award from Times of India for Inspiring Women Leaders-North 2022
Award from Mentor And Mascot Indian Film Federation Sashakt Naari Sammaan Season-III in the field of Social Worker
Award for International Women’s Day for Excellence in the Field of Child Welfare by Indian Council for UN relations for the year 2021
Award for contribution to society & Education presented by CA Rshmi Khetrapal
Momento given by Dr. Sonal Mansingh
Award from Heart and Soul Women Rising Felicitations for the year 2017
Double Helical Award for the year 2016
Woman Achiever Award by All India Achievers Conference for the year 2015
Saraswat Sammaan " manav mamta mani" from Kasganj, Eta,UP.

Member:

External Member of the Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace Internal Committee at CGS Charitable Hospital, Gurugram
Mahavir International Member- Vira Executive Committee
Member of Internal Compliant Committee for prevention of sexual Harassment of Women at workplace, Office of the Controller General of Defence Accounts from 2021 to 2024.
NGO Member in the CASH Committee of Safdarjung Hospital 2016 &2017
Advisory board member of NGO Naritaav

Interests:

Reading, Writing, Music, Cooking.

Date of Birth:

06-03-1953.

Work: GUNJAN FOUNDATION

Founded in 2004, Gunjan Foundation was established with the primary goal of educating underprivileged children and contributing to community development. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the Foundation has witnessed extraordinary transformations in the lives of its beneficiaries over the past two decades. Gunjan Foundation has positively impacted over 2,300 individuals by providing quality education through schools, higher education, and skill development initiatives. Supporting children in schools and colleges across Delhi-NCR and Pan-India, the Foundation offers scholarships for higher education in diverse fields, including engineering (IIT), medicine (MBBS), postgraduate, and undergraduate programs. This support enables students to achieve their goals, secure meaningful employment, and uplift their families' future. With a strong commitment to women’s empowerment, the Foundation has introduced various skill development programs, fostering independence and self-reliance among its participants. Expanding its reach, Gunjan Foundation has recently inaugurated two new chapters in Jaipur and Ahmedabad, furthering its mission of creating a brighter and more inclusive future.

Mind Pollution Awareness Initiatives:

Beyond education, Gunjan Foundation has championed environmental and social consciousness. In 2005, the Foundation hosted a groundbreaking daylong symposium in Delhi on the topic of "Mind Pollution," a critical issue affecting present and future generations. The event featured renowned speakers, including Dr. Karan Singh, the late Shri Vishnu Kant Shastri, Dr. Abhishek Manu Singhvi, and Shovana Narayan, and received widespread acclaim. The success of the inaugural symposium led to another larger event, graced by prominent figures like Mrs. Sushma Seth, Ms. Nalini Singh, and Dr. S.Y. Quraishi, drawing significant media attention.

Publication of 'Exploring Mind Pollution:

Inspired by the impact of its seminars, Gunjan Foundation published the book Exploring Mind Pollution in 2010, which was released by renowned lyricist and poet Javed Akhtar. This collaborative work features contributions from distinguished national and international figures, including His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Dr. Karan Singh, Shovana Narayan, Dr. L.M. Singhvi, and Dr. David Frawly. The book encapsulates their profound wisdom and insights, serving as a lasting resource for addressing this critical issue.

Office Address :

S-5, First floor, Greater Kailash Part-I, New Delhi-110048
Phone : 01141016762