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Education at 15_500 Feet_ The Planet Spiti Story by Simply Suparnaa

From leading large-scale infrastructure projects to becoming a hands-on environmental activist, SABERA Awardee Shekhar Ramachandran , Founder of Jalchakra Innovations journey is a powerful reminder that real change begins when purpose meets action. Through indigenous, zero-energy, nature-based solutions like Cownomics® Technology, Jalchakra is reviving polluted waterbodies across 13 states—impacting over 5 lakh lives while restoring biodiversity and ecological balance.

sabera.co Real change doesn’t start in cities. It starts where no one is looking. In the remotest tribal belts of Maharashtra, 80+ government schools are being transformed — attendance rising, dropouts falling, and thousands of girls reclaiming dignity through systems that last. In this episode, I speak with Geeta Muchhala, Founder of Roshni Foundation, who turned a personal setback into a movement impacting 1.2 lakh+ children. But impact here goes beyond classrooms. In many of these communities, marriage itself is a barrier — couples who can’t afford to feed the village often remain unwed, living together yet never fully accepted. Through samuhik vivaahs (community weddings), dignity is restored — not just in life, but even in death, with full social acceptance. From breaking taboos around menstrual hygiene to building trust where none exists — this is what real, grassroots change looks like. 🔥 Listen in for stories, truths, and moments that will stay with you.

sabera.co What if craft could change lives, restore dignity, and redefine inclusion? Meet Mayura Balasubramanian, SABERA Awardee and Founder & CEO of the Craftizen Foundation — a social enterprise empowering over 10,000 artisans, women, and adults with intellectual disabilities across India. From building India’s largest vocational training program for adults with intellectual disabilities through the Petalists Livelihood Program, to reviving heritage crafts and transforming waste into beautiful, purposeful products, Mayura’s work sits at the powerful intersection of craft, inclusion, sustainability, and innovation. Join us as we explore how design can preserve heritage, livelihoods can create dignity, and inclusion can be built at scale.

sabera.co From growing up in a small village in Madhya Pradesh to being recognized by SABERA, Abhishek’s journey is one of purpose and persistence. What began as an idea in 2017 is now a movement that has already reached 100,000+ students and teachers across government schools in Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra. Through initiatives like Digital Shaala, Digital Shiksha, and Innovators of Tomorrow, Muskaan Dreams is: 📌 Bringing digital classrooms to life 📌 Supporting teachers with training and tools 📌 Equipping children with coding, AI, and future-ready skills Join us as we discuss how technology can drive equity in education, what it takes to shift mindsets at scale, and why bold dreams matter.

On Impact Leaders with Simply Suparnaa, I’m in conversation with Satya Prakash, CEO of FXB India Suraksha—a SABERA Awardee transforming rural livelihoods through agriculture, resilience, and community empowerment. From farmer clubs in Assam and Meghalaya to rescuing survivors of trafficking and strengthening child protection systems, Satya’s journey reflects the power of integrated, grassroots-driven change. 👉 Tune in to discover how shared investment narratives and holistic development can create sustainable impact at scale.

sabera.co My next guest on Impact leaders with Simply Suparnaa reminds us that leadership is not just about results, it’s about impact, empathy, and service. After nearly four decades in the corporate world spanning manufacturing, international trade, and consultancy, Dr. Venkataramanan chose to dedicate his life to healthcare, community empowerment, and spiritual development. At Bhaktivedanta Hospital & Research Institute , he has been at the forefront of: ✅ Leading strategic community programs under Share Your Care ✅ Driving a compassionate COVID-19 response, including a dedicated care facility and diagnostic center ✅ Championing innovation with Ayurcoro-3, a clinically validated immunomodulatory kit ✅ Integrating spirituality and ethics into modern management and healthcare practices

This week on Impact Leaders with Simply Suparnaa, we bring you the awe-inspiring journey of Rashi, founder of the SABERA award-winning Sachin Sarcoma Society. Diagnosed with two rare forms of cancer, Rashi didn’t just survive—she chose to serve. Today, through SSS, she supports thousands of sarcoma, desmoid, and GIST patients across India, offering emotional counselling, logistical support, access to medicines, employment opportunities, and most importantly, hope. From WhatsApp groups for peer support to life-saving projects like Project Efficiency and Project RAAHAT, her impact goes far beyond the clinic. 🏆 SABERA Awardee 💛 7,000+ patients & caregivers supported 💡 Grassroots + tech-enabled care model

sabera.co On this week’s Impact Leaders with Simply Suparnaa, we’re in conversation with RN Mohanty Mohanty, CEO of Sightsavers India Under his leadership, Sightsavers was honored with the SABERA 2020 Trophy for Education for Project SANKALP , implemented across 38 districts in Bihar. He’s now on a mission to transform 100 districts across India through impactful work in eye health and disability inclusion.

“In Rajasthan, we talk about mohallas and castes — but the real divide is between those who have sanitation and those who don’t.” Words of a man who turned personal struggle into collective strength. Through SPECTRA Organisation, Pradeep Singh Pundhir has educated 5,500+ girls, empowered 32,500 women, and transformed the futures of entire communities through education, health, and dignity. We explore: 🔹 Breaking cycles of poverty with grassroots action 🔹 Why sanitation is the new social equity 🔹 From Panchayats to Roads all depend on women's development 🔹 What it means to build trust, one village at a time

On this week’s Impact Leaders with Simply Suparnaa, meet the changemaker behind My Angels Academy. A SABERA awardee using football to transform lives from Delhi’s Vikaspuri slums and Tihar Jail to tribal Odisha. Over 300 children mentored directly 1,000+ impacted through community initiatives From professional coaching to Bharatanatyam & painting, empowerment takes many forms here! Tune in for a powerful conversation on purpose, perseverance, and possibility.

SABERA Awardee, Sanskriti Dawle, Co-Founder of Thinkerbell Labs, rewriting the rules of inclusive education. Sanskriti’s journey started in her classroom in assistive tech, began with a bold idea: to democratize literacy for the visually impaired. With Annie and Helios already self-sustainable, she is working on more ideas to make this a truly inclusive world! For All Changemakers: See how SABERA connects you to award-winning expertise like this. 🔗 Want Access to More Game-Changing Insights? Join our exclusive membership tiers to: ✅ Network with leaders like Madhukar Swayambhu ✅ Share your impact stories ✅ Gain visibility for your initiatives 📌 Explore Membership Privileges: sabera.co/saberas-exclusive-membership-tiers-unlock-your-potential/ You're driving India toward a Viksit Bharat—SABERA wants to amplify YOUR voice! Connect funders with changemakers and accelerate your impact. 📌 Register Now: sabera.co/registration/