KnowYourStar

Community radio may not be the most mainstream method of connecting with the masses, but it certainly is effective. Abhishek Shetty of Radio Sarang, Mangalore is proof of that!

A polio survivor who lives life on his own terms, Ghatam Suresh Vaidyanathan has created a career and legacy for himself that far surpasses many others in his field. This Carnatic music virtuoso has been called the ‘Pele of Percussion’ in honour of his prodigal skills.

From corporate success to literally cleaning up the streets, Malini Parmar’s story is an unconventional one. This social reformer stumbled into activism, and has carved a niche for herself in the waste management space.

Meet Rajath Shenoy, the young biker from small-town Karnataka who is introducing biking to a whole new generation of motorcycle enthusiasts. Find out more about how he made his biking dreams a reality.

Knowledge can change the world, and a visually-impaired but brilliant Belgaum native has the brainpower and the drive to do just that. This warm and friendly young man is using his amazing intellect to bring positivity and hopefulness to everyone he meets.

Meet one of India’s best chess players, who has received recognition all over the world for her skills. Despite the lack of funding and acknowledgement from the Government, this young lady continues to revolutionise the game.

Meet Akshara Damle, a young man who is changing the country one policy at a time. Damle, and others like him, are using the system to ensure that their ideas are being heard and implemented.

Taking care of and rehabilitating people with mental disabilities is no easy task. Meet a woman who’s chosen to commit herself to this cause voluntarily, and is committed to helping spread the word about Psycho Social Rehabilitation (PSR) in India.

Pramod Sadashiv Chandake, a social reformer from Belgaum, is battling ignorance and social stigma to raise awareness about some of society’s darkest issues, like prostitution, child marriage, domestic violence, dowry harassment, and sexually transmitted diseases.

After working amidst a Dalit community in a village, Abhilash Salimath realised his true calling was to undo the damage that humans have done to this planet and make a difference in society. Read on to know more about this young entrepreneur with a futuristic vision.