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Business Standard
01-08-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
TENDER BUDS - Bags most promising startup at National Conclave "Role of CSR in Mission Viksit Bharat by 2047
India PR Distribution New Delhi [India], August 1: The National Conclave "Role of CSR in Mission Viksit Bharat by 2047" and Indian Achievers' Awards 2025 were held in Le Meridien, New Delhi, on 15th July. Organised by Indian Achievers' Forum, a pioneer in recognising achievements since 2000, the summit in this 25th year, honoured eminent individuals and organisations working towards the Mission Viksit Bharat by 2047." The chief guest of the event was Hon'ble Union Minister of Road Transport and Highway Shri Nitin Gadkari. The Guests of Honour were Smt. Rekha Sharma, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), Smt. Smita Wagh, Hon'ble Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha), Government of India (also recipient of Sansad Bharati Samman), H.E. Mr. Mariano Agustin Caucino, Ambassador of Argentina to India, Jacqueline Mukangira, High Commissioner, High Commission of the Republic of Rwanda, and Trung Thuong, Trade Counsellor - Head of Trade Office Embassy of Vietnam, and Eva Kopecka,Head of Commercial & Economic Section, Embassy of the Czech Republic. The Summit, powered by State Bank of India, brought together over 400 delegates including business leaders, CSR professionals, and numerous award winners from across India. Tender Buds Capital Advisory Pvt Ltd was awarded IAF Promising startup of the year. Tender Buds, India's pioneering Fintech and marketplace dedicated to girl child education, is committed to empowering the young minds through education. Its mission is to dismantle barriers and facilitate bright futures by offering accessible education loans specifically tailored for female students. Tender Buds an education finance marketplace, acknowledges the transformative impact of education and recognizes the challenges many young women encounter in pursuing their aspirations. The organization is devoted to creating financial solutions that empower and support their educational journey." In India, less than 27% of girls enroll in higher education, with financial constraints being one of the primary barriers to continuation" says CEO of Tender Buds Dr. Niteen Pawar. While strides have been made in bridging the gender gap in education, millions of promising young women are still denied access to quality learning due to economic hardship. The challenge is clear: if we are to realize the full potential of India's youth, targeted financial solutions must empower girls to pursue their academic dreams. Amid this pressing need, Tender Buds was born. a seasoned education and business leader with over 27 years of experience in leadership roles across marquee organizations like Zee Learn, Icofp Ltd, Manipal Education Group, NMIMS, and Somaiya University also received the CEO of the Year Award from India Achievers Forum. Tender Buds Capital has emerged as India's premier fintech initiative for girl child education, reflecting Dr. Niteen's belief in empowering future generations through accessible education. The company has raised undisclosed amount from angel investors and is actively looking for series A funding. The funds will be invested in technology, manpower and geography expansion. The company targets 300 crore disbursement in the financial year 2025-26 through its network and online medium and will be launching innovative financial products for women in the coming year.
Time of India
18-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Nagpur to UN: City girl Sudarshana honoured with Global Achievers' Award 2025
1 2 3 Nagpur: City-born Sudarshana Dravid added another feather to the city's cap by receiving the prestigious Global Achievers' Award 2025 at the 12th National CSR Summit in New Delhi, organised by the Indian Achievers Forum (IAF). The honour, presented in the presence of Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, was inferred for her contribution to Mission Viksit Bharat by 2047 and for her leadership in technology, sustainability, and nation-building. Dravid, who recently served as associate director at a London-based accounting firm, has 14 years of global experience across Fortune 500 companies in sectors like energy, finance, pharma, and retail. Beyond her corporate achievements, Dravid is also a powerful voice on international platforms, including her participation at the UN Youth Conference, UN Energy Forum, and Climate Week NYC during the 2024 United Nations General Assembly in New York. She actively works on Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG7) — ensuring affordable and clean energy — and is also affiliated with the George W Bush Presidential Centre and Dallas Regional Chamber. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Sudarshana attributes her success to her family's, expecially husband Niraj's, unwavering support. "My husband is the wind beneath my wings," she fondly said. Speaking to TOI, she recalled her Vidarbha journey, being associated with VIA and CII, which she claimed to have laid the foundation for her global outlook and grassroots connection. She called the award a shared responsibility to promote sustainable growth and inspire others. She said, "What we take from society, we must give back to it." A passionate advocate for women in STEM and girls education, Sudarshana's recognition is a proud moment for Nagpur on the world stage.
