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In this episode of DH Changemakers, get to know Mamatha Rai, a former lecturer turned handloom entrepreneur, who has revived the  Udupi Saree

For Mamatha Rai, reviving traditional handloom practices is an answer to the challenges posed by climate change. Through her Kadike Trust, she is striving to revive the practice of weaving sarees, which is unique to her hometown of Udupi.

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In this episode of DH Changemakers, get to know Mallige, her activism and how Mahila Munnade helps women in distress.

Long before becoming Karnataka Janashakthi's Secretary, Mallige Sirimane had been involved in activism, advocating for the rights of the oppressed. The year marked by the Covid-19 pandemic, has not been any different.

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In this episode of DH Changemakers, get to know Mahesh M’s passion for maths and how this lead him to be an inspiration to many.

When Mahesh M speaks of his love for teaching, his disability fades into the background. But it was this disability that kept him out of school for the first ten years of his life. 

Once in school, Mahesh realised that he had an affinity to numbers and has since made it his mission to introduce the joy of math to other children. 

His institute Prajna Mathematics, tucked away in the bylanes of Hebbal in Bengaluru bubbles with the excitement of young learners applying algebraic formulae to rubik's cubes and origami.

Alongside, Mahesh continues to help others with mobility devices, opening up new avenues for them."

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In this episode of DH Changemakers, get to know Jayanand Derekar, whose Sanjeevani Seva Trust in Joida to provide electricity, medical care, education, food security and development in his home taluk

As the first PhD holder among the Kunbi community in Karnataka, Jayanand Derekar is bringing to life his dream of transforming Joida, a small town in Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka.

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In this episode of DH Changemakers, Karnataka Haemophilia Society’s Dr Suresh Hanagavadi tells us how the society was founded, what is Haemophilia and more.

Dr Suresh Hanagavadi's Karnataka Haemophilia Society in Davanagere in Karnataka, takes in patients suffering from Rare Bleeding Disorders, and has ensured free-of-cost treatment for the afflicted.

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In this episode of DH Changemakers, get to know wildlife activist Giridhar Kulkarni, who is on a quest to save the forests.

Notwithstanding the many threats, Giridhar Kulkarni has single-handedly stopped numerous infrastructure projects from ravaging the forests in Uttara Kannada and Belagavi. The software engineer from Bengaluru, has made an impact in wildlife sanctuaries in Bhimgad and Dandeli, as well as the Kali Tiger Reserve.

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In this episode of DH Changemakers, get to know Fathima Benazir, a molecular biologist, whose invention— non-toxic fluorescent dye— could be a game-changer in DNA testing.

When the covid pandemic swept across the world, RT-PCR tests became household terms. 

But what many did not know, was that the dyes used in the testing of nucleic acids such as DNA and RNA, contain toxic and carcinogenic substances that endager the health of those who come in contact with it. Disposal of these dyes is also a serious problem.

The only Indian name in the molecular biology space, Tinto Rang is cheaper than other dyes in the market, making it a strong contender for lower income countries.

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In this episode of DH Changemakers, get to know Fancy Ganapathy, who has turned the pandemic into an opportunity with the formation of a 700-member strong association involved in producing and selling homemade items.

Fancy Ganapathy's passion for traditional recipes of Kodagu led her to create a food cluster in Madikeri and Virajpet taluks. Today, the women of the cluster have a steady source of income, and rest of us are a click away from ordering Kodagu's Nature's Best!

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In this episode of DH Changemakers, get to know Deputy Commissioner of Kalaburagi B Sharat and how he handled the Covid-19 pandemic there.

When the nation’s first Covid-19 death was reported from Kalaburagi, then deputy commissioner of the district B Sharath did not waste any time before closing off the borders. 

In the face of the pandemic, Kalaburagi successfully contained the spread of the novel coronavirus, thanks to B Sharath’s able leadership.

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In this episode of DH Changemakers, get to know how Mohammed Asif runs Maimuna Foundation, which oversees Apathbhandava Psycho Rehabilitation Centre and more.

In Mangaluru and the surrounding regions, Mohammed Asif and his ambulance are known to traverse the highways and bylanes to help the needy and destitute, no matter the hour. From saving lives to disposing dead bodies, Asif 'Apatbandhava' is at your service.

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