Unsung Heroes

She didn’t let anything stop her from following her passion to serve the nation. From being a doctor, to leading the first all-women regiment in the fight for India’s independence, Lakshmi Sehgal was a free bird and she made sure that she contributed to the country till her last breath. Read about one of India's most inspiring women ever!

Following her father's footsteps, Beena Rao started organizing free coaching classes for slum children in Surat, Gujarat. She has benefited over 5,000 students so far, working with 34 volunteers across the city and giving a holistic education experience to these children. And all of this is free of cost for the children! Read her story of how she brought the change,

One man's passion for his village, Rurka Kalan. A group of farmers that helped put up a proper football field and the start of a small, gentle revolution that was fueled by the healing powers of football. Reading Gurmangal Dass' story will inspire each one of us to get out of our comfort zones to make a difference in the lives of our local community.

While growing up in her home state of Mizoram, Pi Sangkhumi witnessed various atrocities and injustice meted out to women. She realized that it was largely due to the archaic laws, regressive customs, and low levels of literacy and awareness among women. She made it her life's mission to make things right, and now, after 40 years of hard work, she has reason to smile!

Jadav "Molai" Payeng started planting bamboo saplings when he was 16 years old. Today he is 47 and lives in his own forest with tigers, rhinos and elephants!

We often talk about providing quality education to children, but all these opportunities are only available to the few who can afford it. A large part of our population is still struggling to get basic primary education. That is where Deepalaya comes into the picture. A Delhi based NGO that works on issues affecting the urban and rural poor, with a special focus on women and children.

Watch what made Father Anton start the Royal Kids School of Transformation to give lowest caste children the highest standard of education in India!

On June 16, 2013, one of the worst cloud bursts struck the state of Uttarakhand. Millions were rendered homeless and many lost their lives. It’s been almost a year now and yet the process of rehabilitation and relocation of many is a question mark. Amidst this, here is an inspiring story of a young brave heart from Bankoli village in Uttarkashi district, one of the worst affected districts during the floods.

A young entrepreneur who makes affordable computers out of scrap for low income families. Read more to know how he does it.

Some people are lost in their own misfortunes, but for some rare gems, misfortunes make them stronger and more compassionate. Ritu Biyani is one such person. Her own suffering with breast cancer made her take it up as her life's mission to spread awareness among urban, rural and tribal reaches of India. Sagar Vishnoi had a chance to interview this outstanding woman.