About us

Lieutenant Colonel Vijay Pal Singh, Sena Medal (Retd), founder and director of Sangram Shakti Foundation, brings over 30 years of experience in operations, program management, and strategic planning. He leads initiatives in education, youth and women empowerment, and environmental development, with deep expertise in school evaluation frameworks and improvement planning. A decorated Army officer, he served in high-altitude and conflict zones, and trained cadets at the Indian Military Academy and Regimental Centre, building strong systems and disciplined leadership.

In the corporate sector, he managed HR, administration, and security, and contributed to establishing a luxury resort in Kerala. As Regional Head at Bharti Airtel Foundation, he impacted over 1.3 lakh students and 4,400 teachers across 350 schools. Through strategic partnerships, public-private collaborations, and a sharp focus on outcomes, he continues to drive scalable, meaningful transformation in education and community development.

Divyraj Singh Chundawat is a Hansraj College, University of Delhi alumnus and has completed his Master’s in International Marketing and Business Strategies from Queen Mary University of London. He is currently pursuing a career in International Marketing and consultancy in London, United Kingdom, with a strong focus on strategic thinking, innovation, and business growth.

As a Director, he plays an active role in shaping the foundation’s vision while contributing to its day-to-day operations. He is deeply committed to the mission of empowering women, promoting girls’ education, and fostering stronger, more resilient communities. Alongside his professional aspirations, he remains dedicated to creating meaningful social impact and considers it a privilege to be part of an initiative that drives lasting change.

Commodore Yashwant Kumawat, Vishisht Seva Medal (Retd), Director of Abhimanyu Defence Group, served 35 years in the Indian Navy across key leadership roles. He commanded INS Chilka, the Navy’s premier training establishment for sailors and Coast Guard recruits, shaping foundational training systems. He also served as President 33 SSB and Principal Director of Manpower Planning and Recruitment, where he played a critical role in evaluating and strengthening modern selection processes, gaining deep expertise in the SSB system.

He was instrumental in developing the Navy’s INET recruitment system, driving modernization in talent intake. Honoured with the Vishisht Seva Medal by the President of India, his service reflects exceptional dedication and impact. After retirement, he focuses on social service, mentoring young aspirants across India and guiding them to unlock their potential and pursue careers in the armed forces.

Shubhika Singh Chundawat is an internationally practicing clinical psychologist with professional experience across the United Kingdom and India. She is HCPC registered in the UK and RCI registered in India, with specialist expertise in trauma, forensic mental health, and complex psychiatric presentations. She has worked in high-intensity clinical environments, including high-security forensic settings, supporting individuals with severe psychological difficulties and complex trauma histories. Her approach is grounded in evidence-based practice, with a strong psychodynamic focus alongside insight-oriented and solution-focused methods to promote emotional resilience and meaningful change.

Through her association with Sangram Shakti Foundation, she contributes to advancing mental health awareness, reducing stigma, and strengthening community well-being. She leads specialist psychological education and wellbeing initiatives for SSF-associated defence aspirants and vulnerable youth experiencing emotional distress, particularly those from adverse life backgrounds, while actively supporting women’s empowerment and holistic psycho-social development.

Varija Srinivas, Founder & CEO of TATSAVI and Associate Lead – Training & Leadership Initiatives at Sangram Shakti Foundation, plays a significant role in strengthening the foundation’s vision of youth empowerment, women leadership, and institutional development. With extensive experience in training, curriculum design, leadership development, and strategic education partnerships, she is dedicated to bridging the gap between formal education and real-world competency. Her work focuses on preparing students and young professionals with future-ready skills, transforming learners into confident, capable, and purpose-driven leaders.

Through her expertise, she has supported Sangram Shakti Foundation in designing impactful training programs, leadership workshops, and skill-based initiatives that promote personal growth, employability, and professional readiness. As the Founder & CEO of TATSAVI and the visionary behind IL-LAB 2026 – Interdisciplinary Leadership Lab, she has led transformative programs centered around business communication, negotiation, workplace readiness, entrepreneurship, and experiential learning. Her contribution helps the foundation build stronger educational pathways and meaningful collaborations with institutions, ensuring that students gain not only academic knowledge but also the confidence, leadership mindset, and practical skills required to contribute effectively to society.

Mukesh Purohit is a strategic development and social impact professional with over 18 years of experience across CSR, ESG, child protection and rights, education, women’s empowerment, livelihoods, WASH, and sustainable development. He has worked with corporates, government bodies, NGOs, and international organizations, building strong partnerships to design and implement high-impact initiatives. His leadership experience includes roles at Aavas Financiers, UNICEF, the Government of Rajasthan, Bharti Foundation, and Rajasthan Skill and Livelihoods Development Corporation, where he delivered large-scale programs with measurable outcomes across multiple states.

He brings deep expertise in monitoring and evaluation, policy support, program design, capacity building, and stakeholder engagement. Mukesh has contributed to training modules, policy briefs, impact assessments, and technology-driven frameworks to improve service delivery. As a member, he combines strategic thinking with strong field experience, driven by a commitment to inclusive development, community empowerment, and sustainable social impact.

Shweta Purohit, Associate – Student Development and Women Empowerment, has been actively associated with Sangram Shakti Foundation for the past two years. She contributes to initiatives focused on providing care, education, and motivation to underprivileged children. Through her involvement, she has witnessed the foundation’s dedicated efforts in nurturing confidence, personal growth, and holistic development among young individuals through structured programs and personalized support.

She strongly believes in expanding the foundation’s impact by building partnerships with government schemes and local communities. Shweta advocates for integrating skill-based initiatives such as digital literacy and vocational training to equip children with practical capabilities for the future. Her perspective is rooted in creating sustainable opportunities, ensuring that more children benefit from meaningful education, empowerment, and a stronger path toward self-reliance.

Diksha Sinha is currently pursuing her bachelor's degree in commerce from Ramanuj Gupta Degree College, Assam, with a strong passion for digital communication, content strategy, and creative operations. Her professional journey reflects a blend of creativity, coordination, and impactful execution across digital platforms and social initiatives. As the Digital & Operations Coordinator (DOC) at Sangram Shakti Foundation, she manages the foundation’s digital communication, social media presence, and content creation across platforms. She handles social media planning, content writing, graphic designing for posts, website content development, and overall digital engagement for the foundation’s outreach and programs. She also supports workshop coordination, participant communication, and documentation and works closely with senior leadership to ensure smooth execution of ongoing initiatives and campaigns.

Alongside this, she is also the co-owner of an online clothing business and an imported product business, where she manages customer communication, content creation, graphic design, promotional video editing, and social media growth. Her experience in digital marketing, video editing, social media management, and content writing reflects her strong commitment to innovation, creativity, and meaningful engagement. Deeply aligned with the foundation’s mission, she remains dedicated to supporting women empowerment, education, and community development while contributing to initiatives that create lasting social impact.