馃Volunteering

My various volunteering activities reflect my commitment to social responsibility and community development. These experiences have allowed me to give back to society and enriched my personal growth and leadership skills.

馃尶 Environmental Projects

馃尀 Solar-Powered Lemongrass Distillation Plant

In association with Nature Conservation Society, Jharkhand | Jun-Jul 2024 www.ncs.org.in

  • Project Goal: Convert a wood-fired lemongrass distillation plant to solar power, promoting sustainability
  • Key Responsibilities:
    • Coordinated with manufacturers, plant operators, and solar installation firms
    • Conducted on-site measurements and feasibility studies
    • Performed energy usage calculations and cost-benefit analyses
    • Designed a new layout for solar and heating elements
    • Developed a comprehensive project plan
  • Impact: The project, set for execution in late 2024, will significantly reduce environmental impact while maintaining livelihoods of tribal farmers

鈾伙笍 Plastic Recycling Initiative

In association with Abhilasha Foundation, Mumbai | Jan 2022 onwards www.abhilashafoundation.org

  • Achievement: Revitalized a faltering plastic recycling project in a 136-apartment high-rise
  • Key Actions:
    • Increased participating households from 40 to 75
    • Trained housekeeping staff in proper collection and segregation methods
    • Implemented a dedicated bin system for plastic storage
  • Impact: Significantly increased recycling rates and raised environmental awareness in the community

馃彄 Sports and Fitness Programs

Table Tennis Tutorials for Young Children

Community Initiative | 2024

  • Conducted coaching classes for table tennis to six children from the local community; took them from beginner to intermediate stage
  • Organized a tournament to assess progress and simulate match conditions
  • Continued engagement through quarterly refresher coaching sessions
  • Impact: Helped them discover a new skill, promoted physical activity and sportsmanship among the children

馃 Exercise Classes for Senior Citizens

Community Wellness Program | 2023

  • Developed and led exercise routines for senior citizens, including my grandmother
  • Conducted free weekly video lessons focusing on rehabilitation and fitness for several senior citizens through word-of-mouth referrals and leads
  • Impact: Improved mobility and well-being of elderly community members

馃帓 Long-term NGO Engagement

Abhilasha Foundation and Nature Conservation Society

Ongoing Commitment | Since childhood

  • Regular annual visits to schools run by Abhilasha Foundation
  • Distributed essential items such as school bags, uniforms, and winter wear to students
  • Actively participated in various environmental and community development initiatives
  • Impact: Contributed to the education and well-being of underprivileged children and supported local conservation efforts