Meet the Finalists 2026

Meghna Singhania
London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)

The Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Medical Dialogues, Meghna Singhania advances public health awareness through credible medical journalism. Drawing on her UK education, she works at the intersection of health economics, policy, and communication to simplify science and counter medical misinformation. Her platform is recognised by the WHO, Google News Initiative, and the International Fact-Checking Network.

Jitendra Thakur
Durham University

A Senior Programme Officer at Samaj Pragati Sahayog, Jitendra Thakur works in central India’s tribal belt to address water scarcity and livelihood security. A Durham University alumnus, he coordinates a drought-proofing project with Standard Chartered Bank and teaches Remote Sensing and GIS at the Baba Amte Center for People Empowerment, supporting community-led, climate-resilient water planning.

Roma Sarnaik Morghade
Leeds Beckett University

An Associate Professor in Allied Health Sciences and Deputy Director at DMIHER Global, Dr. Roma Sarnaik Morghade advances sustainable healthcare through lifestyle medicine, nutrition, and global health education. Drawing on UK scientific training, she leads UK-aligned academic partnerships to strengthen research-led health systems in India and applies evidence-based, prevention-first approaches through education and clinical practice.

Abhishek Chowdhery
University of Dundee

An Assistant Professor of Sports Medicine at King George’s Medical University, Lucknow, Dr. Abhishek Chowdhery advances excellence in sports medicine, rehabilitation, and musculoskeletal care. A University of Dundee alumnus with key UK qualifications, he brings international standards to athlete care and education, with experience as a Sports Physician at the London Olympics 2012, Paris Olympics 2024, and National Games 2024.

Aman Dhall
Loughborough University

A founder, investor, and athlete, Aman Dhall works at the intersection of communication, credibility, and early-stage innovation. A Loughborough University alumnus, he is the founder of CommsCredible, a global comms-tech venture supporting high-growth businesses across India, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, enabling scalable growth across fintech, sport tech, manufacturing, and social impact.

Adityakumar Shrimali
University of the Arts, London

The Founder of Loomlight Designs, Adityakumar Shrimali pioneers sensory-rich, Braille-integrated textiles that blend heritage craft with inclusive design. A University of the Arts London alumnus and Tara Nirula Graduate Scholar, his work advances accessibility and social impact through innovative, sensory-led practices that expand representation and creative opportunity.

Pavan Kumar Sriram
Swansea University (Prifysgol Abertawe)

Pavan Kumar Sriram, a social entrepreneur and founder of Kohort and The Growth Collective, advances equitable access to higher education and leadership. A Swansea alumnus and first-gen Erasmus Mundus and Dorothy Hodgkin Scholar, he has reached 15M+ learners and mentored 1,100+ to secure £28M in funding. A survivor of abuse, he transforms lived trauma into systemic pathways for underserved communities, including queer youth in India.

Soumya Dabriwal
University of Warwick

The Co-Founder of Baala, Soumya Dabriwal advances menstrual health equity through community education, capacity building, and product innovation. A University of Warwick alumna, she integrates research, behaviour change, and partnerships to build scalable, dignity-centred solutions across India and the Global South, strengthening access and community leadership in menstrual and reproductive health.

Urvashi Prasad
London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine

The Executive Director of ALK Positive India, Urvashi Prasad is an internationally recognised patient advocate and public health leader advancing equity in healthcare. A London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine alumna, she has shaped national health reforms through evidence-based advocacy, including work with NITI Aayog, and bridges policy with compassion to humanise public health.

Aniruddha Gunjal
Coventry University

A UK-educated automotive engineer and Co-Founder of GENEL (Genesys Electric), Aniruddha Gunjal advances sustainable mobility solutions for micro-mobility and last-mile connectivity in India. A Coventry University Vice Chancellor’s Scholar, he leads the development of e-scooters and hyperlocal delivery electric vehicles, supporting cleaner transport systems and improved daily mobility across urban communities.