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Women Who Made It Happen

Explore inspiring journeys of women who turned their passion into successful businesses. Each story showcases determination, creativity, leadership, and the power of women-led innovation across India.

She is a social entrepreneur and Founder of Pankh India Foundation, empowering rural women and children for over 17 years. An IIM Raipur alumna and former IT professional, she has impacted 5,000+ lives. She is a national award winner and advocate for menstrual hygiene.

Ms. Gauri Manjrekar

She is a pioneering social entrepreneur and founder of Safe Hands 24x7, empowering marginalized women by training and employing them as professional security guards, breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry.

Ms. Shravani Pawar

She is a renowned Kannada film actress and author known for her powerful performances and creative storytelling. Through her work, she inspires women to embrace self-growth, authenticity, and confidence while redefining success on their own terms.

Ms. Ranjani Raghavan

She is India’s first woman commando trainer, known for her calm yet commanding presence and unmatched combat expertise. Through her journey, discipline, and hands-on demonstrations, she inspires strength, resilience, and leadership — proving that action truly speaks louder than words.

Dr. Seema Rao

She is the Founder & CEO of Niyati Foundation and a visionary entrepreneur in the healthcare sector. Through her businesses and social initiatives, she is building a healthier society while inspiring women with her journey of resilience, leadership, and purpose-driven impact.

Dr. Sonali Sarnobat

She is a young entrepreneur in the textile and garments industry who turned challenges into opportunities to build a thriving business. By employing over 40 women, she is creating social impact while inspiring aspiring entrepreneurs with her journey of resilience, leadership, and determination.

Madhuri Govekar

She is the CEO of Omega Offset Printers and a visionary entrepreneur who built one of Belgaum’s leading printing presses despite many challenges. Her journey of resilience and leadership continues to inspire aspiring entrepreneurs to pursue growth with confidence and perseverance.

Mrs. Sabiha Hirani

She is a visionary entrepreneur who built a successful food products business, starting with bread and expanding through determination and innovation. Her journey of resilience and leadership continues to inspire aspiring entrepreneurs to pursue their dreams with confidence and perseverance.

Jyotsna Pai

She is a sports model and mixed martial arts athlete, widely recognized for her Volvo ad and rare achievement of defeating a male exponent. A JKD instructor, psychologist, exercise physiology doctor, author, and NGO director in the defence sector, she exemplifies strength, versatility, and fearless leadership.

Dr. Komal Rao

She is a renowned healthcare entrepreneur and diabetes expert with qualifications including MD, FRCP (Edin), PG Endo (Lond), and ASBP Certification in Obesity (USA). Through her journey of excellence, resilience, and leadership, she inspires aspiring entrepreneurs by blending medical expertise with purpose-driven impact.

Dr. Neeta Deshpande

She is an entrepreneur who built a successful business in packaging solutions and later diversified into multiple ventures. Through her journey of resilience, innovation, and leadership, she inspires aspiring entrepreneurs to overcome challenges and pursue their dreams with confidence and determination.

Daneshwari Suresh Padekar

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