Ishanya foundation felicitates NGOs and individuals for their outstanding contribution and social impact

Pune (Voice News Service): Ishanya Foundation recently felicitated various NGOs and individuals for their contribution to the society, at the valedictory function of the 16th Yellow Ribbon NGO fair ( YRNF)  held at the Creaticity Mall, Yerawada .  Mr G.G Sohoni, Principal Advisor and Trustee of BAIF Development Research Foundation was felicitated for his outstanding contribution in the field of natural resource management and rural livelihoods, at the hands of Mr. Sailesh Mehta-CMD of Deepak Fertilisers and Petrochemicals Corporation Ltd.

The highlight of the program was the first Kalavishkar Pradarshini Awards by NABARD . The first prize under this initiative was given to Kottapuram integated development society (kids) from Kerala while the second prize was given to Savitri Community Managed Resource Centre, Maharashtra. The awards were given away at the hands of well-known Bollywood actress Padmini Kolhapure.

Paoolwaat Foundation, Maharashtra, Vandhan Krushi Vikas Farmer Producer Company ltd. – Maharashtra and Recharkha -the Ecosocial tribe, Maharashtra respectively bagged the first, second and third prizes for the best stalls while Idea foundation & Ishanya foundation (Home chef & catering course) bagged the prize for best food stall.

The five day festival conducted under the leadership of Mrs. Parul Mehta, Trustee Ishanya Foundation saw Weavers, Artisans and Farmers from various parts of India displaying their creativity with more than 3000 curated products.