an inspiring conversation with Sameer J Kapur, CEO of The Hans Foundation, about bridging the urban-rural gap. He shared a touching anecdote from a remote village in Uttarakhand—where a Sar Panch, in a subtle yet powerful shift from tradition, chose to serve water to Sameer himself when he found the food spicy.

What made this moment special? The Sar Panch’s daughter, a teacher, would have typically been the one to get up and serve. But this time, he asked her to sit and eat, recognizing the importance of her role and schedule. A small gesture, yet a big change in mindset—one that speaks volumes about evolving attitudes towards gender and education in rural India.

The Hans Foundation has been transforming rural healthcare through Mobile Medical Unit vans, bringing MBBS doctors and free medicines to the most remote regions. Their impact was rightfully recognized at SABERA 2024 under the Swasthya & Kalyan category.