V Help Foundation Successfully Organizes Urja Women’s Awards – Session 7 

Ahmedabad, 9th March 2025 –  By Rohit Kumar

Help Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to social causes and women’s empowerment, successfully organized the 7th edition of the Urja Women’s Awards, a prestigious event that recognizes and honors women who have demonstrated exceptional excellence in their respective fields.

The Urja Women’s Awards – Session 7 was a grand celebration of resilience, dedication, and talent, bringing together women from diverse fields who have made significant contributions to society. This year, 11 outstanding women were recognized for their extraordinary achievements and impact in various domains:

 Here is the list of 11 exceptional women were honored as Urja Awardees for their remarkable contributions:

Honoring the Urja Awardees:

•RJ Devki – Awarded for Excellence in Radio and Theater, acknowledging her significant influence in the Theater, Acting and Radio Media and her contributions to audio storytelling.

•Payal Vaidya – Honored for Excellence in Singing, celebrating her soulful voice and contributions to the music industry.

•LT COL Dr. Kamalpreet Saggi (Retd.) – Recognized for Excellence in Military & Defence, celebrating her dedicated service to the nation and her role in inspiring young women to join the armed forces.

•Bhairavi Hemant Kosia – Awarded for Excellence in Dance, recognizing her passion and dedication to classical and contemporary dance forms.

•Jiya Shailesh Parmar – Honored for Excellence in Business, acknowledging her leadership and success in the entrepreneurial world.

•Jyotiben Shah – Recognized for Excellence in Social Work, celebrating her tireless efforts in uplifting communities and advocating for social causes.

•Nisha Kumari – Awarded for Excellence in Adventure, recognizing her remarkable journey as an Everest Girl, inspiring others with her bravery and determination.

•Bhumika Virani (CA, CS) – Honored for Excellence in Anchoring, recognizing her impactful presence in the media industry.

•Jaini Shah – Awarded for Excellence in Acting and Theater, celebrating her contributions to the performing arts.

•Khusboo Patel – Recognized for Excellence in Smart Textile and innovation, highlighting her innovation in the textile industry with heated cloth design for Army.

•Khushbu Saroj – Awarded for Excellence in Football, acknowledging her dedication to sports and her role in inspiring young female athletes.

In addition to honoring these inspiring women, V Help Foundation also felicitated national and international women football players for their dedication and achievements in sports. The recognized players included:

• Maya Rabari
• Anjali Saroj
• Aruna Chauhan
• Mahiya Chauhan
• Jalpa Parmar
• Pooja Parmar
• Dipika Chunara
• Sapna Pasi
• Zalak Parmar
• Roshni Saroj
• Prachi Ram
• Tulsi Bharvad
• Siddhi Bharvad
• Laxmi Pasi
• Jenis Pitter

Leadership and Core Team Contributions

The success of Urja Women’s Awards – Session 7 would not have been possible without the visionary leadership of Founder Sachin Shah and Co-Founder Vision Raval, who have continuously worked towards empowering women and recognizing their contributions to society.

Their vision was effectively brought to life by Core Team members Jaimin Patel, Dhaval Shah, Snehal Shah, Rahul Barot, and Kinnal Nayak, whose tireless efforts ensured the smooth execution of the event, making it a grand success.

Distinguished Guests and Special Recognition

The event was graced by the presence of esteemed personalities, including Padmashree Vishubhai Pandya and Dr. Falguni Manjula, who attended as chief guests and extended their heartfelt blessings and encouragement to the awardees and attendees. Their presence elevated the event’s significance and inspired everyone present.

A special recognition was also given to Shardul from the Heroes Ignotum team, who was felicitated for his incredible work in documenting and celebrating the achievements of remarkable women in the next edition of the Heroes Ignotum book series. His dedication to amplifying women’s voices and contributions in various fields is truly commendable.

Commitment to Sustainability and Education

V Help Foundation not only champions women’s empowerment but also actively promotes sustainability and education. The foundation was certified for its environmental efforts in saving trees by using reusable paper for its notebook donation campaign. As part of this initiative, V Help Foundation successfully provided free notebooks to 5,000 students, ensuring they have access to essential educational resources while reducing environmental impact.

A Celebration of Empowerment and Progress

The Urja Women’s Awards – Session 7 was more than just an awards ceremony; it was a celebration of strength, dedication, and perseverance. The event highlighted the achievements of women across diverse fields and emphasized the importance of recognition, encouragement, and support for their continued success.

With each passing year, V Help Foundation continues to make a significant impact in uplifting communities, promoting gender equality, and driving social change. The success of this event reflects the organization’s unwavering commitment to fostering an inclusive, empowered, and progressive society.