RSB Women Changemaker Awards Celebrates Exceptional Women Achievers

01st April 2025, Pune: RSB Group proudly hosted the fourth edition of its Women Changemakers Award Ceremony under its flagship women empowerment initiative, Ek Pahal, in Pune. The event celebrated and honored remarkable women who have significantly contributed to society in the fields of education, social work, and community service.

The ceremony commenced with a traditional lamp lighting and Ganesh Vandana, setting the tone for an evening of inspiration and empowerment. A compelling skit titled Shabashiyaan, performed by RSB employees, shed light on women’s struggles at every stage of life, societal expectations, and unwavering resilience to fight all odds and never give up.

The event was graced by Chief Guest Seema Dhakane, Senior Police Inspector, Chandan Nagar Police Station Pune, who delivered an inspiring address on the importance of women’s empowerment and ability to take independent decisions in today’s world. Addressing the audience, she applauded RSB for this powerful initiative and added, “Empowerment begins with the courage to take risks and make decisions for oneself. Women must express themselves fearlessly, uplift each other, and create a world where every woman has the support to grow and succeed.”

Additionally, esteemed educator Deepali Chavan, Founder of Sri Adhyayan Preschool, Urmila Behera, and Nalini Behera, Founder Members of RSB, were the Guests of Honour for the event.

Honoring Women Changemakers: The Women Changemakers Award 2025 recognized the extraordinary contributions of:

• Dr. Amrapali Mohite, transgender social worker, for her tireless efforts in supporting 1,087 underprivileged children with education and essential services.

• Arti Suryavanshi, special educator at Cochlea Pune, for her over two-decade-long dedication to improving the lives of hearing-impaired children.

• Madhuri Ajay Gaikwad, Founder of Madhuban Matimand Va Bahuvikang Samajik Sanstha, for her selfless service to orphaned girls and children with disabilities.

• Shanta Balu Pawar, Pune’s revered ‘Warrior Aaji,’ for empowering young girls through martial arts while supporting her family through street performances.

Speaking on the occasion, Nirmala Behera, Executive Director – HR, RSB Group, acknowledged the resilience and achievements of the awardees, stating, “These remarkable women exemplify perseverance and dedication, proving that true change begins with passion and purpose. The Women Changemakers Award Ceremony, organized by Ek Pahal – an initiative of RSB Group, is a testament to the unwavering spirit of those who overcome challenges and work tirelessly for the well-being of their communities. At RSB, we remain steadfast in our commitment to increasing women’s workforce participation by 30% and fostering a more inclusive and empowering work environment.”

The Ek Pahal Women Changemakers Award Ceremony was a resounding success, and through this initiative, RSB Group reaffirms its commitment to recognizing and supporting women who inspire change and lead the way toward a more equitable society.