As part of our school SUPW programme, my class worked with local foundations and a government school in Palanhallihalli, Bengaluru to improve road safety in a high-risk school zone. From repairing dangerous potholes to teaching road safety through student-led skits, the experience challenged us to turn learning into responsibility and service into measurable impact.
As class reps of 10 IGCSE, Jaiveer and I led a year-long Kindness Initiative under the High School Student Council. Each week, a student picked a kindness quote, and five peers reflected on how they lived it out. This simple ritual grew into a powerful tradition that brought empathy and connection into our class. We shared our journey at the final school assembly, highlighting how small acts of kindness can create meaningful change.
I had the privilege of contributing to India’s first-ever gym designed exclusively for women with disabilities, established at the Better World Shelter in Chennai. While the gym does not carry an official name, I personally refer to it as Shakti Gym – the Sanskrit word for power and feminine strength – as it reflects the spirit of the space. Spearheaded by Dr. Aishwarya Rao and sanctioned and supported by the Greater Chennai Corporation and the Government of Tamil Nadu, the initiative represents a meaningful shift in how inclusion, access, and visibility are approached in public fitness spaces. Beyond infrastructure, it stands as a statement of dignity and independence. Through collaborations with para-athletes, coordination around adaptive equipment, and contributions to inclusive design discussions, I played a small role in supporting this vision. What began as field engagement in rural Dharmapuri evolved into participation in a larger, city-level initiative – one that redefines strength not merely as physical ability, but as personal empowerment and social transformation.
Chords of Change is a journey of transformation, blending the power of music with a commitment to uplift others. Here I teach guitar to underprivileged children and this initiative seeks to inspire growth, empowerment, and hope. Each action is a step toward creating a legacy of positive change that resonates far beyond today, giving these children a lifelong skill.
Fundraising for Storead is a mission to empower underrepresented and specially-abled women at Better World Shelter in Chennai. By raising funds for a multi-needle embroidery machine, we aim to elevate their business, Storead, which produces clothing and accessories. This initiative is about fostering independence, enhancing creativity, and enabling these women to thrive by expanding their product line and opportunities.
