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DRDO is businessline’s Changemaker of the Year; Azim Premji Foundation is Iconic Changemaker
BusinessLine· 2025-09-26 17:32
Group 1: Awards and Recognitions - The seventh edition of the Changemaker Awards highlighted themes of education, social welfare, and empowerment of marginalized sections, aligning with the ethos of Viksit Bharat and indigenous production [2] - The Changemaker of the Year award was presented to the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for its significant contributions [2][9] - The award for social transformation was awarded to Impulse NGO Network for its anti-trafficking efforts and rehabilitation of vulnerable women and children [3] - The digital transformation award went to Bhashini, which processes 20 million translation requests daily using artificial intelligence [3] - Araku Valley Coffee received the financial transformation award, with its managing director dedicating the award to the workers and farmers involved [4] - The Young Changemaker award was given to Kalyani Shinde for her innovative onion storage solution that monitors microclimate conditions [6] - eVidyaloka won the Chairperson's award for bridging the education divide through digital classrooms and a large volunteer base [7] - The Azim Premji Foundation received the Iconic Changemaker of the Year award for its extensive work in education and healthcare across India [8] Group 2: Event Details and Partnerships - The event was presented by SASTRA Deemed University and co-powered by State Bank of India, with various associate partners including LIC, Bank of Baroda, and others [11] - The evening concluded with reminiscences from Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri regarding his diplomatic experiences and association with former President APJ Abdul Kalam [10]