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Dr. Pratyushaa Biswas

(Kashvi Manzil Lead)

Dr. Pratyushaa Biswas is a development professional with over fifteen years of experience in education systems strengthening, gender equity, and child protection. Her work focuses on bridging policy frameworks with on-ground realities, particularly in rural and underserved communities of Jharkhand.

She holds a PhD in Educational Leadership and brings a systems-oriented approach to building sustainable, institutional solutions. Her key contributions include establishing Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) Resource Centres within government structures and supporting the development of state-level safety guidelines for residential schools now embedded in official protocols.

Dr. Biswas has worked extensively on education continuity for out-of-school girls through pathways such as NIOS and applies evidence-based planning and action research to address challenges like school dropouts and child safety. Her approach emphasizes local relevance, institutional ownership, and long-term outcomes for children and women from vulnerable communities.

Amit Kumar Anal

(Kashvi Disha Lead)

Amit Kumar Anal is a seasoned development professional with over seven years of experience in livelihood promotion, vocational training, and community development. As the Livelihood and Vocational Manager at Kashvi Disha, he brings grounded field experience and strategic leadership to build scalable, skill-based livelihood models across the programme’s operational areas. Prior to this, he served as Manager – Agriculture at Tata Steel Foundation, leading CSR initiatives in mining regions with a focus on sustainable livelihoods, resource management, and strengthening local governance. Amit holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Management from XISS Ranchi, a Bachelor’s degree in Retail Management from St. Xavier’s College, Ranchi, and a certificate in Self-Help Group Management from TISS Mumbai. His work is anchored in participatory development, with a strong emphasis on community ownership, convergence with government schemes, and empowering youth and grassroots institutions in underserved regions.

Sampat Shete

(General Manager Finance, Kashvi Trust)

Sampat Shete brings valuable experience in accounts and finance, with a strong foundation in managing the financial and administrative aspects of development programmes. He has worked extensively on CSR programme and project formulation, operational planning, and coordination. Sampat’s work reflects a consistent commitment to supporting education initiatives for underprivileged girls by ensuring sound financial systems and efficient resource management. His focus on strengthening organisational processes and enabling community-led participatory monitoring systems has contributed meaningfully to the growth and impact of the Kashvi Programme.

Soma Sinha

(Advisor)

Soma Sinha brings over 28 years of dedicated experience in education programme management, with a focus on reaching underserved communities. Her work reflects a deep commitment to supporting the educational journeys of underprivileged girls through thoughtful programme design, operational planning, and collaborative implementation. Soma has played a key role in building meaningful partnerships with government bodies, NGOs, and funding agencies to strengthen alternative education efforts. Her focus on organisational development, staff capacity building, and community-led participatory monitoring has helped deepen the impact of the Kashvi initiatives, contributing to their continued growth and relevance.

Sapna Menon

(Chief Operating Officer [COO], Kashvi Trust)

Sapna is an experienced non-profit leader with a strong background in education, strategy, and community development. She brings expertise in curriculum design, project management, and team leadership, with a track record of building impactful, inclusive programs. With a growing understanding of the Social Development Sector, CSR and stakeholder engagement, Sapna has led cross-sector partnerships that drive sustainable change. Her commitment to equity and empowerment aligns her deeply with the Kashvi Program’s design and vision.

Nitasha Thapar

(Founder of the KCT Group Trust and the Kashvi Trust)

Nitasha Thapar is the Founder of the KCT Group Trust and the Kashvi Trust, where she leads with a strong commitment to equity, empowerment, and inclusive growth. With a background in design and brand strategy, she brings a creative and entrepreneurial approach to social impact. Nitasha has spearheaded CSR initiatives that focus on gender empowerment, education, rural development, and wildlife conservation, building programs that are both scalable and sustainable. Her leadership has been instrumental in shaping the Kashvi Programme to ensure that the endeavor is not just about second chances—but that they are about restoring rightful opportunities. Through her strategic vision and dedication to community upliftment, Nitasha continues to drive meaningful change across sectors.

Linking Education with Livelihoods and Life Skills

Kashvi goes beyond academics to ensure that learning directly translates into empowerment and self-sufficiency. The programme integrates:

  • Life skills development, including communication, financial literacy, health awareness, and decision-making, preparing learners for real-world challenges.
  • Vocational training and livelihood linkages, connecting learners to skill-building opportunities and job pathways, ensuring that education leads to meaningful employment or entrepreneurship opportunities.

Kashvi ensures that education leads to empowerment, enabling women to make informed choices, contribute economically, and live with dignity.

Dual-Mode Delivery: Learning Without Barriers

Kashvi’s flexibility makes it accessible to women across different circumstances:

  • Onsite Programme in Jharkhand: Delivered in local, community-based learning centers, this model focuses on women dropouts, providing an in-person, supportive learning environment tailored to their needs.
  • Online Programme (Pan-India): A gender-agnostic, digital model that reaches women across geographies. Learners can engage remotely with the curriculum at their own pace, while receiving personalized support from teachers and mentors.

Both models are rooted in the same goal: to offer a barrier-free learning experience, allowing women to access education no matter their location or personal situation.

Community-Driven Implementation

At Kashvi, success isn’t just about delivering a curriculum; it’s about creating lasting impact within the community. Our on-ground programme team ensures that the vision of Kashvi is effectively implemented with care and attention:

  • Community engagement efforts build trust, creating a learning environment where participants feel supported and valued.
  • Ongoing tracking and retention ensure that every learner stays motivated and receives the necessary interventions to stay on course.
  • Connecting learners with families, teachers, and external opportunities, fostering a sense of community that ensures learners can transition smoothly from education to employment or entrepreneurship.

Kashvi is embedded in the community, ensuring its long-term sustainability and success.

Supportive Educators

What makes Kashvi unique is its deeply supportive teaching staff. Our qualified educators are not just instructors—they are mentors and guides who provide the personalized, empathetic support needed by long-term dropouts. Kashvi’s educators:

  • Offer intensive academic handholding, ensuring each learner receives one-on-one support and stays on track.
  • Develop customized learning plans based on regular assessments and ongoing feedback to ensure that every woman progresses at her own pace.
  • Foster a safe, non-judgmental space where learners can rebuild their self-esteem, overcome doubts, and rediscover their joy in learning.

Our educators don’t just teach—they are committed to the transformation of every learner they guide.

Empowering Curriculum

Kashvi’s curriculum is built with flexibility and inclusivity at its core. It’s designed to meet learners at different academic levels, ensuring that every participant receives the right support and guidance to succeed. The curriculum includes:

  • NIOS-aligned content for Grade 10 and Grade 12 certification, giving learners the academic foundation they need for future opportunities.
  • Practical, real-world learning that fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and digital literacy—skills that go beyond textbooks and help learners thrive in the modern world.
  • Basic literacy pathways for women who do not wish to pursue formal certification but still want to build foundational skills in reading, writing, and numeracy—empowering them to regain confidence in everyday life.

This layered, adaptable approach allows Kashvi to serve women at all levels of learning and gives them a pathway that suits their goals and needs.

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