women changemakers india

Indian women scientists are driving breakthroughs in space exploration, AI healthcare, mathematics and science communication, reshaping India’s future through precision-led innovation.

Born with cerebral palsy, Vinayana Khurana overcame immense physical challenges to become a poet, life coach, and guest teacher at Delhi University. Her journey proves that sometimes obstacles can become growth opportunities.

From wetlands revived to world records broken, from global film honours to grassroots revolutions — meet the 10 Indian women whose courage, leadership and lived experience turned 2025 into a year of powerful change.

From Manipur’s Thanga village, Bijiyashanti Tongbram turns lotus stems from Loktak Lake into handwoven, sustainable fabrics while creating steady livelihoods for 30 women.

Here are five women changemakers of India who headed to remote areas to uplift communities.