During the Covid-19 pandemic, I became deeply involved in grassroots relief efforts. This included arranging groceries and essentials for vulnerable families – from below-poverty-line households to middle-class families whose dignity might have otherwise been compromised.
We worked in a way that preserved privacy and dignity: leaving grocery bags on door handles, ringing the bell, and walking away without waiting for thanks. Quiet enablement over public recognition has always been my way.
I was also part of a volunteer group that created and maintained an escalation matrix for Mumbai neighbourhoods – a living document that mapped out:
– Appropriate Covid response protocols.
– Verified hospital contacts and helplines.
– Access points for oxygen, medicines, and food support.
My ongoing advocacy for the education of underprivileged girls stems from my belief that education is the single greatest enabler of independence and empowerment. Beyond this, I work with NGOs that raise funds for healthcare initiatives, medical devices like hearing aids, and other vital causes – always approaching philanthropy with humility and impact.
Outside of pandemic work, my NGO and education-related involvement includes mentorship for young women, resource-mapping for rural education initiatives, and occasional advisory input for small-scale community projects. The constant thread is a belief that opportunity should be accessible, and that sometimes the smallest, fastest action makes the most difference.