Krystelle Dsouza

In Sadri, Rajasthan, the Raika community, known for herding camels, has shifted from trading to sustainable camel milk production through Camel Charisma. This social enterprise, led by Dr Ilse Köhler - Rollefson and Hanwant Singh Rathore, is helping preserve the Raikas’ way of life and livelihood.

Nagpur-native Deepali Bavaskar and her husband Vijay turned a spur-of-the-moment idea into Brazil-based ‘Samosa & Company’, serving authentic Indian cuisine to delighted palates far from home. From catering Indian dignitaries to impressing global audiences, their culinary journey blends tradition, innovation, and a love for regional flavours.

Uma Raghuraman, popularly known as Masterchef Mom, is a celebrated food blogger, cookbook author, and home chef who has built a strong community around simple, authentic, and creative Indian cooking.

A certified naturalist, Luv Shekhawat created Utsav Camp in Rajasthan’s Alwar, with guidance from his 90-year-old grandfather, a former forest officer. The jungle lodge, which blends sustainability with rustic charm, opens up to the Sariska Tiger Reserve, offering its guests a wildlife experience.

The Praana Foundation, started by Samyukta Hornad, has a cat rehabilitation and adoption centre focused on rescuing, rehabilitating stray and abandoned cats.

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Naveen, like many other first-generation entrepreneurs, has turned to decentralised renewable energy (DRE) technologies from DD Solar Solutions. His solar atta chakki now helps him earn a stable income.

Mumbai’s famed Lalbaugcha Raja stands as a symbol of devotion, with the Kambli family’s artistry and craftsmanship bringing the beloved idol to life year after year.

Sindhutai’s desire to ensure that no child suffered from a lack of love was born out of her story of being abandoned and left to die when she was pregnant. She became a mother to thousands of orphans.

Rang De works on a peer-to-peer lending model, which enables small-scale farmers and entrepreneurs by making decentralised renewable energy (DRE) solutions accessible through low-cost credit.