Wisdom of Leaders

sabera.co What happens when personal anguish becomes organised compassion? In my upcoming conversation with Mr. Anil Ahluwalia, we explore how his wife’s cancer journey led to the creation of Sanjeevani Life Beyond Cancer — now impacting over 13 lakh lives across 15 states through psycho-social support, nutrition care, holistic healing, and survivor livelihoods. From corporate leadership to compas...

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sabera.co What if the wisdom we need is already around us? In this episode of Impact Leaders, Ayushi Jaiswal talks about wisdom of the land. From the World Wisdom Map to co-creating learning tools used in 50+ countries — her work brings lived knowledge, culture, and storytelling into education and impact. A standout: her collaboration with the Maasai community, creating a cultural center and water...

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—impacti...

sabera.co She doesn’t work for weekends. She works for a fan in the summer. A fridge in the corner. A school uniform for her children. A woman in rural India shows up every day — not for perks, but for progress. And that’s what makes her one of the most committed forces any business can have. In my conversation with Aryah Mahajan of iVillage, we spoke about these powerful, deeply personal motivati...

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 movemen...

saberaco My Next Guest on Impact Leaders - Kartik Iyer, Founder & CEO of Human Ventures—SABERA™ 2025 awardee for GoatShala! GoatShala, the world's first IoT/AI livestock platform, equips tribal women farmers with traceable goats, bank loans, insurance & GoatGrid monitoring—delivering 10x incomes and 90% fewer deaths.

saberaco My Next Guest on Impact Leaders - Kartik Iyer, Founder & CEO of Human Ventures—SABERA™ 2025 awardee for GoatShala! GoatShala, the world's first IoT/AI livestock platform, equips tribal women farmers with traceable goats, bank loans, insurance & GoatGrid monitoring—delivering 10x incomes and 90% fewer deaths.

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...

Welcome to Impact Leaders with Simply Suparnaa 🌟 In this episode, we host Gaurab Sen (CEO, Sasakawa Leprosy Foundation India)—a SABERA Awardee working to eliminate stigma and build inclusion for communities affected by leprosy. A powerful conversation on purpose-driven leadership, challenging misconceptions, and creating real social impact.

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, an...

sabera.co Today on Impact Leaders with Simply Suparnaa, we shine the spotlight on The Golf Foundation, a pioneering initiative that has been transforming the lives of underprivileged children by giving them access to the sport of golf. Established by Arjuna Awardee Amit Luthra, the Foundation has nurtured grassroots talent and helped young golfers rise to national and international platforms. On t...

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-dri...

Meet Rajiv Mehta, Trustee of Ratna Nidhi Trust & SABERA Award Change Maker, who created the world’s first 3D-printed prosthetic leg with IIT Bombay & Google.org — a breakthrough making limbs affordable & accessible for all. From disability empowerment to Mission Million Books, hunger relief, and disaster response, his work demonstrates how innovation and compassion can lead to significant impact....

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 Hos...

Traditionally seen as a male domain, dairy farming in Madhya Pradesh has found a new face of leadership in SABERA Awardee Pallavi Vyas, the force behind Shanta Farms, the state’s first woman-managed modern dairy farm. From providing pure, pesticide-free milk & ghee to championing sustainable practices, Pallavi is rewriting the rules of agriculture and inspiring countless women to step into leaders...

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...

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...

On this week’s Impact Leaders with Simply Suparnaa, we’re in conversation with RN Mohanty, CEO of Sightsavers India. Under his leadership, Sightsavers was honored with the SABERA 2020 Trophy for Education for Project SANKAL, 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.

This week, we bring you a conversation with Amitabh Shah Founder of YUVA Unstoppable and a SABERA 2019 awardee. From transforming government school infrastructure to enabling digital literacy, sustainable green campuses, playgrounds, and scholarships for deserving students, Amitabh’s mission is impacting millions of children across India. His vision? ✅ Upgrade 10,000 government schools ✅ Positiv...

“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 expl...

sabera.co On the latest episode of Impact Leaders with Simply Suparnaa, we feature Mangesh Wange, CEO of Swades Foundation and SABERA awardee. From transforming rural lives with solar-powered water schemes to building grassroots leadership through Village Development Committees, Mangesh shares how Swades is making One India a reality.

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 p...

This week, we feature Simran Mulchandani, co-founder of Rangeet, the SABERA 2024 Social Enterprise of the Year! 🌱📱 From restoring mangroves in Myanmar to transforming education across India, Simran's journey is anything but ordinary. Tune in as we explore how Rangeet is democratizing quality education, putting well-being, equity, and ecological sustainability at the heart of learning for nearly...

What if technology could dissolve barriers to literacy for the visually impaired? Meet a changemaker who turned this vision into reality—straight out of college.