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CSR News: Series of Initiatives Launched to Support Pilgrims at Maha Kumbh Mela 2025

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Prayagraj, India: Axis Bank, one of the largest private sector banks in India, has launched a series of impactful initiatives at Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj to create a seamless and secure experience for millions of devotees attending the sacred event. Recognizing the scale and significance of one of the world’s largest religious gatherings, the Bank has integrated on-ground assistance, financial accessibility, and large-scale awareness programs to empower millions of pilgrims in both physical and digital realms.
The Bank is going beyond traditional to offer a series of service-driven initiatives to prioritize pilgrim welfare, digital security, and sustainable solutions.
1. Awareness Drive on Cybersecurity: SanskritPassword.com & DevanagariPIN.com
With increasing cyber threats, Axis Bank had recently introduced SanskritPassword.com, a platform that leverages the complexity of Sanskrit to generate secure passwords, thereby reducing vulnerability to cyberattacks. To spread awareness around the platform, Bank has organized live demonstrations and distribution of QR code-enabled keychains at the Mela that link users to the website, simplifying secure password creation. This initiative, running for 25 days across Axis Bank branches and designated kiosks, aims to educate pilgrims on digital safety.
Additionally, Axis Bank has introduced DevanagariPIN.com, an innovative tool to enhance banking security. This tool allows users to create personalised and secure PINs by converting meaningful words into numerical codes using the Devanagari script.
2. On-Ground Assistance: Help Desks at Axis Bank Branches
Further strengthening its on-ground support, Axis Bank has set up dedicated help desks across its 11 branches in Prayagraj. These desks serve as a key resource for pilgrims, providing guidance on navigation within the Mela, financial assistance including currency exchange, and general information to enhance their overall experience.
3. Deployment of Mobile ATM Van & Cloth Bag Vending Machines –
Axis Bank has deployed a Mobile ATM Van within the Mela area, enabling easy access to cash withdrawals, currency exchange, and coin distribution. Operated directly from the Bank’s currency chest, this initiative will ensure seamless financial accessibility for devotees.
Additionally, to promote sustainable practices at Mela, Axis Bank has partnered with Nagar Nigam Prayagraj to install four cloth bag vending machines at high-footfall areas, encouraging devotees to choose eco-friendly alternatives for carrying essentials.
4. Driving Digital Awareness: Collaboration with RBI for CBDC Education –
In collaboration with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Axis Bank is also participating in a five-day awareness drive on Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) where two Bank representatives are stationed at the RBI camp within the Mela to educate the devotees on digital currency and fraud prevention measures.
5. Protecting Pilgrims from the Cold: Woollen Cap Distribution –
As part of its efforts to support devotees in challenging winter conditions, Axis Bank is distributing 80,000 woollen caps at strategic locations in Kumbh Mela, including ghats, akharas, bank branches, and kiosks. A dedicated team of the Bank is overseeing distribution to ensure maximum reach.
Speaking about these initiatives, Arnika Dixit, President & Head – Branch Banking, Axis Bank said, “It is an absolute honor for Axis Bank to serve the millions of devotees attending Kumbh Mela 2025, a gathering that embodies faith, devotion, and the collective spirit of togetherness. At Axis Bank, we believe that true service goes beyond transactions—it is about enabling experiences, fostering security, and empowering every devotee who embarks on this spiritual journey. With these initiatives, we continue to uphold our commitment to financial inclusion, digital empowerment, and community welfare, making the Kumbh Mela 2025 experience safer, more convenient, and spiritually enriching for millions of pilgrims.”
By integrating financial accessibility with on-ground assistance, digital security, and sustainable solutions, the Bank is ensuring that devotees can focus on their spiritual journey without concerns about safety or convenience. As millions gather for this sacred occasion, Axis Bank remains steadfast in its mission to support and empower communities, reinforcing its role as a trusted partner in moments that truly matter.

 

 

 

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Ambanis Arrive In Prayagraj To Attend Maha Kumbh

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Reliance Industries Chirperson Mukesh Ambani brought his family to participate at the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj on Tuesday. All members of the Ambani family including Mukesh Ambani and his mother Kokilaben Ambani along with sons Akash and Anant joined his daughters-in-law Shloka Mehta and Radhika for the particular occasion. The family first arrived by helicopter and then continued their journey in a car to reach the Triveni Sangam before taking a holy bathing ritual in the sacred river.

Ambani family spotted taking a dip

The Ambani family participated in the rituals in simple ethnic wear. Mukesh Ambani wore a blue kurta pajama while Akash wore a multicolored kurta. Shloka Mehta opted for a white anarkali suit. A social media video captured the family sailing on their boat as they approached the river for their sacred bath.
This event coincided with the Magh Purnima, which marks the end of the Kalpvas, a key tradition of the Maha Kumbh. On this day, devotees gather in large numbers at the Sangam to perform religious rituals, including taking a dip in the holy water, offering prayers, and making donations. Mukesh Ambani’s visit to Prayagraj was part of the ongoing Maha Kumbh, which has drawn millions of pilgrims from across the country.

Anil Ambani also visited Maha Kumbh

Earlier, Anil Ambani brought his wife Tina Ambani to Prayagraj for the event. The Ambanis’ visit was marked by tight security, as they were escorted by police officials during their visit to the Sangam.

Adani Group to Partner with US’ Mayo Clinic to Provide Affordable Healthcare

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The Adani group has announced that they will be partnering with US’ Mayo Clinic to establish affordable healthcare facilities in India. Adani Group Chairperson Gautam Adani announced the launch of Adani Health City (AHC) integrated campuses, to be implemented through the group’s not-for-profit healthcare arm.
The group will donate Rs 6,000 crore to build the first two of these integrated health campuses in Ahmedabad and Mumbai. Gautam Adani has plans for more such integrated health cities in major cities and towns across India. The group plans to ensure affordable, world-class medical care and medical education to people from all strata of society across India.

Gautam Adani says

“Two years ago, as a gift to myself on my 60th birthday, my family committed INR 60,000 Cr towards improving healthcare, education and skill development. The development of Adani Health City is the first of many major projects from this contribution, which will go a long way towards providing affordable, world-class healthcare to people from every section of Indian society. I am confident that our partnership with Mayo Clinic, the world’s largest integrated not-for-profit medical group practice, will help toelevate healthcare standards in India, with a special emphasis on complex disease care and medical innovation,” Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani stated.

Adani Health City integrated campuses

Each of the Adani Health City (AHC) integrated campuses will comprise 1,000-bed multi-super-specialty hospitals, medical colleges with an annual intake of 150 undergraduates, over 80 residents and 40 fellows, step-down and transitional care facilities, and cutting-edge research facilities. The AHC medical ecosystem aims to serve people from all socio-economic backgrounds, train the next generation of doctors and focus on clinical research, artificial intelligence and biomedical informatics.
The Adani Group has engaged USA’s Mayo Clinic Global Consulting(Mayo Clinic) to provide strategic advice on organizational objectives and clinical practices at these establishments. Mayo Clinic will also offer expert guidance on the integration of technology, with a focus on digital and information technology and healthcare quality enhancement.
Mayo Clinic extends its expertise to independent healthcare providers wherever they are located. The Mayo Clinic program provides a tailored approach by designing engagements that help clients get the right answers from the right experts to help them achieve their goals.

SC Questions EVM Data Handling, Seeks Clarity on Post-Election Procedures

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SC Questions EVM Data Handling, Seeks Clarity on Post-Election Procedures
The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday questioned the Election Commission of India on procedures that manage Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) following elections regarding data deletion and reloading. This came in response to a petition by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), which asked the Election Commission of India (ECI) to ensure that no data is deleted or reloaded from EVMs once the votes are counted.
The Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjeev Khanna with Justice Dipankar Datta directed the ECI to present the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) that handles EVMs following election procedures. The Court directed that the data from the EVMs cannot be modified or erased from the machines under any circumstances. The ADR petition raises concern about the post-election process of burning memory and microcontroller data in EVMs because it may allow the machines to be manipulated.

ADR Demands EVM Memory Verification

The petitioners asked for engineers to verify the burnt memory and microcontroller components of EVMs to prove no manipulation occurred. They argued that engineers from Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) had previously cleared the original data from the EVMs and replaced it with dummy symbol, which led to suspicions about the integrity of the machines. The Supreme Court sought clarification regarding the reasoning for data clearing and directing the Election Commission to guarantee that no additional information deletion would take place.
The Supreme Court had specified that they aim to safeguard election transparency by calling EVM verification after voting ended without causing any disruption to the counting process. The Apex Court stressed that election system credibility required proper verification methods to maintain its authenticity.

Next Hearing Scheduled for March 17

The Election Commission has received a 15-day deadline to file its response and their next hearing is set for March 17. The ruling underscores both the need to protect voting integrity and the requirement of total transparency throughout EVM handling.

महाराष्ट्र महायुती में छिड़ा सत्ता पर संग्राम,पड़ सकती है दरार

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महाराष्ट्र महायुती में छिड़ा सत्ता पर संग्राम,पड़ सकती है दरार
महाराष्ट्र में सत्ताधारी महायुती में सत्ता को लेकर संग्राम छिड़ चुका है। महायुती सरकार की अंदरूनी खींचतान अब खुलकर सामने आने लगी है। राज्य आपदा प्रबंधन प्राधिकरण (SDMA) के पुनर्गठन में सीएम देवेन्द्र फड़नवीस ने डेप्यूटी सीएम एकनाथ शिंदे को बाहर का रास्ता दिखा दिया है, जिसके चलते महायुती में दरार की अटकलों पर सच की मोहर लग गई है।

महायुती की खींचतान खुलकर आई सामने

महाराष्ट्र की सत्ता में साझेदारी करने वाली महायुती सरकार की आपसी खींचतान अब सामने आने लगी है। राज्य आपदा प्रबंधन प्राधिकरण (SDMA) के पुनर्गठन में एकनाथ शिंदे को बाहर रखकर सीएम फड़नवीस ने अपनी मंशा साफ जाहिर कर दी है। उनके इस कदम ने न केवल राजनीतिक हलकों में खलबली मचा दी है, बल्कि ये संकेत भी दे दिया है कि बीजेपी और शिंदे गुट में कुछ भी ठीक नहीं चल रहा है। शिंदे के नेतृत्व वाली शिवसेना में इस बात की भी नाराजगी है कि निजी सहायकों (PA) और विशेष कार्य अधिकारी (OSD) नियुक्ति सहित अन्य सिफारिशें मुख्यमंत्री कार्यालय (CMO) में अटकी पड़ी हैं। MAHARASHTRA MAHAYUTI NEWS

बढ़ रहा शिंदे-फड़नवीस में टकराव

सीएम फड़नवीस और डेप्यूटी सीएम शिंदे के बीच टकराव बढ़ रहा है। राज्य आपदा प्रबंधन प्राधिकरण (SDMA) राज्य में आपदा प्रबंधन की सबसे प्रमुख संस्था है। मुख्यमंत्री इसके अध्यक्ष होते हैं और अन्य विभागों के मंत्री इसमे शामिल होते हैं। इस बार डेप्यूटी सीएम और एनसीपी नेता अजीत पवार को तो इसमे जगह दी गई है, लेकिन शिंदे को इससे दूर रखा गया है। ये फैसला इसलिए भी चौंकानेवाला है, क्यूंकि शिंदे के पास शहरी विकास विभाग यही, जो प्राकृतिक आपदाओं से निपटने में अहम भूमिका निभाता है। इस फैसले ने महायुती में टकराव की अटकलों को और हवा दे दी है।

शिंदे गुट का आरोप, जानबूझ कर किया जा रहा साइड्लाइन

शिंदे गुट का आरोप है कि जानबूझकर शिंदे को साइड्लाइन किया जा रहा है। हाल ही में कई शिवसेना नेताओं ने शिकायत की थी कि उनके कार्यालय में PA और OSD की नियुक्ति में जानबूझकर देरी की जा रही है, जिससे मंत्री प्रशासनिक फैसले लेने में खुद को असहाय महसूस कर रहे हैं। रेपोर्ट्स की माने तो शिंदे गुट के कई बड़े चेहरे, उदय सामंत, शंभूराज देसाई, संजय राठोड़ और गुलाबराव पाटील इस देरी से प्रभावित हैं। ऐसा माना जा रहा है कि बीजेपी इन नियुक्तियों पर पूरा नियंत्रण चाहती है ताकि शिवसेना को ये संदेश मिल जाए कि असली ताकत कहाँ है।

आखिर क्यूं ढक दिया गया था ताजमहल को WW2 के वक्त, 6 महीने तक रहा था बंद

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क्या आप जानते हैं कि WW2 यानि द्वितीय विश्व युद्ध के दौरान ताजमहल को पूरी तरह ढक दिया गया था, क्यूंकि उसके विध्वंस का खतरा पैदा हो गया था। ताजमहल पूरे 6 महीने तक बंद रहा था। ब्रिटेन ने अमेरिकी सेना की मदद से ताजमहल को बांस और बल्लियों से पूरी तरह ढक दिया था।यह पहला मौका था जब ताजमहल के दरवाज़े लगातार 188 दिनों तक सैलानियों के लिए बंद रहे।

ताजमहल- सफेद संगमरमर में लिपटी मोहब्बत की मुकम्मल कहानी

ताजमहल सिर्फ भारत ही नहीं, बल्कि पूरी दुनिया की एक अनमोल धरोहर है। ताजमहल सफेद संगमरमर में लिपटी मोहब्बत की कहानी है जिस पे दुनिया की नज़र रहती है। लेकिन इसी ताज पर एक नहीं, बल्कि 3 बार खतरे के बादल मंडराए थे। तब के तत्कालीन प्रशासन ने इस विश्व धरोहर को बचाने के लिए तीनों बार इसे ढक दिया था ताकि इसे दुश्मनों की नज़र से बचाया जा सके। द्वितीय विश्व युद्ध (WW2) के वक्त भारत में ब्रिटिश सरकार का राज था। दुश्मन देश स्मारकों और नामचीन इमारतों को चुन-चुन कर निशाना बना रहे थे। अमेरिका और ब्रिटेन को खुफिया जानकारी मिली कि जापान और जर्मनी मिलकर ताजमहल को नेस्तनाबूत करना चाहते हैं। ब्रिटिश सरकार ने हवाई हमले से बचाने के लिए ताजमहल को बांस और बल्लियों से इस तरह ढक दिया जैसे वो बांस का गट्ठर लगे और लड़ाकू विमान भ्रमित हो जाएं।

1965 और 1971 में भी था ताजमहल खतरे में

1965 में भारत-पाक युद्ध के दौरान भी ताजमहल को खास लिबास से ढका गया था। हालांकि इस बार बस 5 दिनों के लिए! 1971 में पाकिस्तान के साथ युद्ध के समय भी पाकिस्तानी सेना ताज को निशाना बनाना चाहती थी।  उस वक्त ताज को हरे कपड़े से ढका गया था ताकि दुश्मन को ताजमहल की जगह हरियाली नज़र आए। चाँदनी रात में ताजमहल के संगमरमर चमकें नहीं, इसलिए पूरी जमीन को झाड़ियों और पेड़ों की टहनियों से ढक दिया गया था। इतने खतरों से निकालकर मोहब्बत की ये शानदार दास्तां आज भी भारत के नक्शे पर उतनी ही चमक के साथ चाँदनी में नहाई शान से खड़ी है।

CSR News: vivo India Partners with CIET-NCERT, IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation & UN Global Compact Network India for the Third Edition of vivo Ignite

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New Delhi, India: vivo, the innovative global smartphone brand, has formed strategic partnerships with the Central Institute of Educational Technology – NCERT (CIET-NCERT), IIT Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation, and UN Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI) for its flagship CSR program, vivo Ignite: Technology and Innovation Initiative (T&I initiative). These collaborations are set to further elevate T&I Initiative, which focuses on empowering India’s youth, particularly students from grades 8–12, by providing them with resources, mentorship, and platforms needed to tackle some of the world’s most pressing societal challenges through innovative solutions.
These partnerships represent a confluence of expertise, creating a dynamic ecosystem to inspire innovation and drive meaningful change. CIET-NCERT will enhance the program’s reach and accessibility, ensuring ideas from diverse backgrounds can flourish. IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation will offer productive guidance to empower participants to refine and scale their innovations UN Global Compact Network India will enable the program to be seen under the light of contributing to the SDGs. Together, these organizations will amplify the initiative’s mission to empower young minds and transform creative tech-driven ideas into meaningful societal change.
Geetaj Channana, Head of Corporate Strategy, vivo India, said, “At vivo, we believe in the transformative power of collaboration. By joining forces with CIET-NCERT, IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation, and UN Global Compact Network India, we aim to amplify the impact of vivo Ignite, empowering young innovators to design meaningful, tech-driven solutions for societal challenges. This partnership is not just an alliance but a shared commitment to creating a sustainable future by equipping India’s youth with the tools and guidance they need to succeed.”
He added, “Through vivo Ignite, we aim to bridge the gap between ambition and execution, turning ideas into tangible, scalable solutions that drive positive change. This partnership reaffirms our belief in nurturing the changemakers of tomorrow and advancing the larger vision of technology for good.”
The 3rd edition of the vivo Ignite Initiative provided opportunity to students from grades 8–12 across India. The program, conducted in three stages, encourages young minds to develop innovative solutions in key areas such as Software-Tech Innovations, Agriculture & Climate Change, and Community Development Innovations, with all themes aligned with the UN SDGs.
In the upcoming stage, an esteemed jury will meticulously evaluate the entries and shortlist 200 ideas – 50 from each zone (North, South, East and West). These zonal winners will participate in workshops and receive mentoring sessions. The shortlisted participants will then submit a video explaining their working model/prototype and provide details of the project in a Project Display Board format. The Top 10 ideas will proceed to the next stage.
In the final stage, participants of the Top 10 ideas will undergo industry workshops and receive mentoring sessions from the distinguished subject matter experts from IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation to refine their skills. They will present their final prototypes at the Grand Finale in June 2025 in New Delhi. Participants of the initiative will have the chance to win scholarships and rewards up to INR 35 lakhs* in total.
In a world driven by rapid technological advancements, the ability to think critically, innovate, and solve real-world challenges has never been more important. India, with its growing technology ecosystem is emerging as a global hub for innovation and progress. vivo Ignite is designed to inspire young minds to push boundaries, develop breakthrough ideas, and apply technology to create solutions with meaningful societal impact.

 

 

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CSR News: ‘Project Annadata’ launched, MoC signed with Farmer Producer Organizations in Uttar Pradesh

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CSR News: ‘Project Annadata’ launched, MoC signed with Farmer Producer Organizations in Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh, India: Honda India Foundation (HIF) has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) with the Government of Uttar Pradesh today, marking the commencement of ‘Project Annadata- Sashakt Kisan, Samridh Rashtra’, aimed at supporting and strengthening Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) in the state. This project focuses on enhancing the overall development of FPOs by improving their access to resources, improving market linkages and driving sustainable growth in the agricultural sector.
The MoC signing ceremony took place in New Delhi in the esteemed presence of prominent dignitaries including Shri Surya Pratap Shahi, Hon’ble Minister of Agriculture, Uttar Pradesh and Honda India Foundation Trustees namely Mr. Vinay Dhingra and Mr. Katsuyuki Ozawa. Representatives from Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI), Honda India Power Products (HIPP) and Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL) were also present, highlighting Honda’s collaborative approach to rural development.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Vinay Dhingra, Trustee, Honda India Foundation, said, “At Honda India Foundation, we are dedicated to empowering rural communities and enhancing agricultural productivity, aligning seamlessly with the Government of India’s vision as also reflected in the 2025 Union Budget. Initiatives such as the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhanya Krishi Yojana, the mission for Atmanirbharta in Pulses, and ensuring fair prices for farmers resonate with our objectives. Our efforts to strengthen Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) through Project Annadata are in harmony with these priorities as we work towards improving resource access and create a resilient agricultural ecosystem that will benefit farmers at scale. This collaboration will enable us to create a meaningful impact at the grassroot. We will continue to contribute towards the development of a more resilient and prosperous agricultural ecosystem.”
Under this initiative, HIF, through its implementation partner, will onboard and strengthen 10 FPOs across two clusters of 5 FPOs each, focusing on systematic evaluations, capacity-building initiatives, business planning and operational enhancements. This association aims to provide technical handholding to ensure smooth FPO operations and the adoption of modern agricultural practices. The initiative aims to engage with farmers, youth, environmental advocates, educational institutes, policymakers, non-profit organizations, and other stakeholders who are committed to fostering long-term sustainable practices and preserving the resources for future generations. The project is expected to reach over 1 lakh people in its initial phase, with the potential to impact 10 lakh individuals associated with agriculture in the long run.
Honda’s corporate philosophy is founded on the fundamental principles of “Respect for the Individual” and the “Three Joys” to support Honda’s universal passion: to improve the quality of people’s daily lives. The FPO initiative is a part of HIF’s broader commitment to community development and rural empowerment, reinforcing its role as a responsible corporate entity contributing to India’s economic progress.

 

 

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CSR News: How Girl Icon Programme is Driving Change at the Grassroots

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Mumbai, India: Milaan Foundation, a nonprofit social impact organisation working to empower adolescent girls nationwide, has released the Impact Assessment Report for its flagship Girl Icon Program. Launched in 2015, the program strives to provide life-skills-based leadership training to adolescent girls aged 12–18 across Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Karnataka, who in turn mentor groups of 20 Peer Girls from their local communities. To date, the program has impacted over 1,00,000 girls. Over the years, the communities in which the program functions have demonstrated measurable improvements in education, leadership, digital literacy, health awareness, and financial empowerment.
The study assessed the program’s impact on 65 Girl Icons, 403 Peer Girls, and 403 Control Group participants. Girl Icons are adolescent girls selected as program participants and trained as leaders within their communities, while Peer Girls are members of cohorts mobilized by the Girl Icons to expand the program’s reach at the grassroots level. The program has significantly improved educational outcomes, with 94% of Girl Icons and 92% of Peer Girls pursuing education, compared to 39% in the Control Group. Moreover, enrollment by Girl Icons (49%) in higher secondary education is nearly double that of the Control Group (25%).
The Girl Icon Program is also working to bridge the digital gender divide, with 97% of Girl Icons having smartphone access and 94% possessing email addresses, compared to only 72% and 40% among Peer Girls and 56% and 19% in the Control Group, respectively. This digital empowerment is opening doors to educational and career opportunities. The program has also driven a reduction in child marriages among Girl Icons, with 100% of Peer Girls remaining unmarried, in contrast to 32% of the Control Group. Additionally, health awareness has improved significantly, with 85% of Girl Icons understanding menstruation as normal, compared to 59% of the Control Group. Awareness of contraceptives and HIV/AIDS among Girl Icons stands at 76.9% and 90.7%, far exceeding the Control Group’s 24.1% and 35.7%.
The report also highlights the program’s positive impact on participant’s financial empowerment, with 91% of Girl Icons having savings accounts and 81% saving regularly,
compared to 67% and 70% in the Control Group. Alongside individual growth, the program has even driven community transformation through 1,600 Social Action Projects in the 2023-24 cohort, addressing issues such as education, menstrual health, and child marriage and impacting 239,408 community members.
Rati Misra, Executive Director of Milaan Foundation, said, “The findings of this report reaffirm the life-changing impact of the Girl Icon Program and inspire us to do more. With over 36,000 adolescent girls already empowered, we see this as just the beginning. By incorporating cultural sensitivity into menstrual health education, enhancing reproductive health workshops, and broadening our outreach, we aim to create a future where every girl can realize her full potential and lead her community toward a brighter tomorrow.”
The Milaan Foundation’s flagship initiative has also reshaped community perceptions, with 76.67% of community influencers expressing pride in having a Girl Icon represent their village. By cultivating a culture of inclusion and reducing gender and caste discrimination, the program is paving the way for a more equitable society.

 

 

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Women scientists of ISRO who are making India proud

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Ahana Bhattacharya
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Women scientists of ISRO who are making India proud
February 11 is celebrated every year as the International Day of Women and Girls in Science with the aim to recognise the importance of women and girls in science and technology, and encouraging female enrolment in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) fields.
According to World Bank data, women make up nearly 43 per cent of total STEM graduates in India, one of the highest in the world. However, women comprise just 14 per cent of scientists, engineers, and technologists at research institutions and universities.
In February last year, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh revealed in the Lok Sabha that women now constitute 43% enrolment in STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics & Medicine) streams at the Higher Education level, who are expected to take up professional scientific roles in next few years. The minister also expressed that the common realisation is that in the science fraternity, women have already evolved from the participatory role to the leadership role.
“The number of Women scientists is still lower compared to the Males, to be precise it is 18.6%, the R&D projects run by Women are up to 25%, but the Higher Education enrolment has increased tremendously over the last few years, it has gone up to 43%, which means, tomorrow when these girls take over those positions, these proportionate number of working scientists will also go up further,” he said.
On the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, here is a look into some of the prominent women scientists associated with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) who are making India proud.

Kalpana Kalahasti

Kalpana Kalahasti is an Indian scientist and aerospace engineer working in the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). She served as the deputy project director for ISRO’s Chandrayaan-3 space mission, which was launched on July 14, 2023. Kalpana played a pivotal role in the construction of various satellites of India and was involved in ISRO’s major missions such as the Chandrayaan-2 and Mangalyaan.
Kalahasti has been associated with ISRO since 2003 as a scientist. In the early years, Kalpana worked on various satellite projects and was crucial for the successful launch of several communication and remote sensing satellites. From developing propulsion systems for accurate satellite positioning to designing advanced imaging equipment to capturing high-resolution images of the Earth, her role has been indispensable.
After her successful contribution towards landmark projects like the Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyan) and Chandrayaan-2, Kalahasti was appointed as the deputy project director of the Chandrayaan-3 mission where she played a major role in designing and optimising the lunar lander systems.

Ritu Karidhal – Rocket Woman of India

Born in Lucknow, and an M. Sc. in Physics at the University of Lucknow, Dr. Ritu Karidhal Srivastava is popularly referred to as the “Rocket Woman of India”. An aerospace engineer and scientist at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Ritu has played the leader in some of India’s most important space missions, including Chandrayaan-2, Mangalyaan, and Chandrayaan-3. She was the leading lady behind the gigantic Chandrayaan-3 Mission.

Nidhi Porwal

Prominent scientist Nidhi Porwal’s name will go down in history as one of the woman scientists responsible for the success of ISRO’s space mission Chandrayaan-3. Nidhi worked hard with sincerity and dedication for four years thereby contributing to the success of Chandrayaan-3. Nidhi called the moment the lander touched down on the moon as “magic”. Porwal acts as a role model for aspiring female scientists just like her colleagues Kalpana Kalahasti and Ritu Karidhal.

Rima Ghosh

An alumnus of Kolkata’s prestigious Jadavpur University, Rima Ghosh is a robotics specialist who was associated with the development of the Pragyan rover. Pragyan is a lunar rover developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). Rima is a specialist in Dynamics, Kinematics, and Mechanics, who has been working in the area of rover, robotics technologies related to interplanetary rover exploration. She is also experienced in various aspects of exploratory rovers starting from autonomous path planning, terramechanics (wheel- soil interaction), inverse kinematics etc. This scientist has worked as part of the Navigation, Guidance & Control (NGC) design team for Pragyaan (Chandrayaan 2 rover) and as a Project Manager for Chandrayaan 3 rover.
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