Sampoorna Shiksha Recognised at the Angels of Mumbai Awards

At a vibrant and inspiring evening celebrating grassroots changemakers, Sampoorna Shiksha was honoured at the Angels of Mumbai Awards, organised by the Free Press Journal. Selected from a cohort of 36 outstanding Angels of Mumbai, the recognition celebrates organisations creating meaningful and measurable impact on the ground.

The event brought together philanthropists, social sector leaders, and individuals committed to driving positive change across communities. The awards ceremony was attended by distinguished guests, including Ronnie Screwvala, philanthropist and film producer; Shri Mangal Prabhat Lodha, Minister of Skill, Employment, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Government of Maharashtra; and Mayor Ritu Tawde.

A particularly meaningful moment for the Sampoorna Shiksha team was receiving a special mention from Justice S. J. Kathawalla, retired judge of the Bombay High Court, who chaired the jury for the awards.

The jury comprised respected leaders from across the development and philanthropy sector, including Archana Chandra (CEO, Jai Vakeel Foundation), Chetna Gala Sinha (Founder, Mann Deshi Foundation), Amita Chauhan (Board Member, Social Venture Partners India), Ziaa Lallaka (CEO, H. T. Parekh Foundation), and Vinti Lodha (Trustee, Lodha Foundation).

For the Sampoorna Shiksha team, this recognition reflects the collective effort of educators, volunteers, partners, and supporters who continue to work towards creating more equitable learning opportunities for children and communities.

We are deeply grateful to our endorser, Dr Navasikha Duara, Associate Professor and In-Charge Principal at SVKM’s Pravin Gandhi College of Law, whose support and belief in our work strengthened our nomination.

We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the FPJ and Angels of Mumbai team, especially Pooja Patel and Kavitha Iyer, for creating a platform that celebrates and amplifies grassroots changemakers.

Most importantly, this recognition belongs to the community that makes our work possible — our donors, partners, volunteers, educators, and well-wishers. Their continued trust and collaboration enable us to keep building meaningful pathways for education and empowerment.

As we celebrate this milestone, we remain committed to strengthening partnerships, expanding our impact, and continuing to work towards an inclusive and equitable education ecosystem.

This award is not just a recognition of past efforts — it is a reminder of the work that still lies ahead.