“Guiding Lights: Honouring Leading Educators on Teachers’ Day”

Dr. (H.C.) Kavita Sony, an acclaimed Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor, and Emotional Wellness Coach from Mumbai, is the founder of KS Counsellor & More, dedicated to bringing “Light in Life” through emotional and relationship empowerment. Trained at NHCA, Singapore, she specializes in child and adult counseling, marriage therapy, and stress management. Renowned for her expertise in Positive Parenting, she has guided countless families toward nurturing confident, resilient children. Recipient of honors like the Padma Shri Samman and Global Healthcare Award, Dr. Sony is passionately breaking mental health stigmas, empowering individuals to build healthier relationships and achieve lasting emotional well-being.Connect at @Ks_counsellor_and_more 

2. Bhavna Harchandrai 

Bhavna Harchandrai, a renowned Celebrity Fitness Trainer, has been an internationally certified fitness professional for over 27 years (ACE – American Council on Exercise, USA). She is the founder of Fitness Fundas at Malabar Hill, Mumbai, where she conducts diverse fitness sessions, specializing in old-school Aerobics and Step classes for women aged 20 to 75. Author of the bestselling book “5 Fingers of Fitness”, Bhavna has also been a columnist with leading publications, a TEDx speaker, and host of a fitness show on Tata Play. Her expertise spans Zumba, Pilates, Power Yoga, Animal Flow, and senior citizens’ fitness.Connect at @Bhavnaharchandrai 

3. Sambit Pattanaik 

Sambit Pattanaik is a dynamic HR leader and strategic thinker, renowned for transforming organizations across diverse sectors with disruption-proof people strategies. Grounded in servant leadership, he empowers individuals while fostering inclusive, high-performance cultures that drive long-term success. Beyond the boardroom, Sambit is a marathoner, golfer, cyclist, and passionate fitness enthusiast-embracing resilience, discipline, and balance both in life and leadership. As a blogger, he blends professional insights, personal stories, and a deep understanding of human behavior, inspiring professionals to pursue success, growth, and fulfillment. Sambit’s journey reflects a rare harmony of corporate excellence and personal passion.Connect at @Sambit.pattanaik 

4. Kashish Sandhu 

Kashish Sandhu, a certified Early Childhood Educator from IMTC Bangalore and Teen Parenting Coach, is dedicated to transforming parent-teen relationships. Author of Rise and Shine: The Story of a Girl Who Believed and 3 Golden Tips for Easy Parenting, she draws inspiration from her own struggles with neglect and emotional disconnect. As the founder of the Mindful Parenteen Circle, she guides mothers in building stronger emotional bonds, managing challenges, and fostering trust at home. Through workshops, webinars, and coaching, Kashish has already impacted numerous families and envisions empowering millions of mothers to raise emotionally strong, confident children.Connect at @Coachkashishsandhu 

5. Roshan Shetty 

Roshan Shetty, a seasoned consultant, trainer, and coach with over two decades of corporate experience, is redefining career transformation in the AI era. In just three years, he has emerged as a dynamic voice in leadership and professional growth, authoring two books on personal transformation and launching his flagship coaching program, Competency. As co-founder of Anteambulo Media and Consulting, he pioneered a Virtual AI Coach to empower professionals with tailored career plans. Having trained 1000+ professionals and employees from leading names such as Sony Entertainment, Edelweiss, and Skoda India, Shetty continues to shape future leaders through innovation and wisdom.Connect at@Roshan_shetty_author 

6. Anamika Yaduvanshi 

Anamika Yaduvanshi, a Life Coach, Motivational Speaker, and TEDx Speaker, is dedicated to empowering women to become the best versions of themselves. With a belief that transformation begins with small, consistent steps, she helps women gain clarity, build confidence, and take bold actions toward purposeful lives. From professionals and entrepreneurs to homemakers and students, Anamika has guided many in breaking limiting beliefs and embracing their strengths. Through impactful webinars, corporate trainings, and group coaching, she creates safe, inspiring spaces for growth. Her mission is to help women rediscover inner strength and lead with clarity, courage, and joy.Connect at @Lifecoach.anamika 

7. Himadri Dimri 

Himadri Dimri, a TASSO-trained Regression Therapist and Family Constellation Facilitator, creates spaces where true healing unfolds. With certifications in Inner Child Healing, Trauma Resolution, and EFT, she brings depth and integration to every session. Her work is not just about therapy, but about helping individuals reconnect with forgotten parts of themselves, heal childhood wounds, and release burdens that no longer serve them. Clients consistently describe their experience with her as feeling safe, deeply seen, and supported through tender journeys. At the core of her practice, Himadri reminds us that healing is not about becoming someone new, but remembering who we already are.Connect at @Healingwithhimadri 

8. Dr. Jarvis Pereira 

Dr. Jarvis Pereira, fondly hailed as Doctor J, is a harmonious blend of science and soul, a Consultant ENT Surgeon and Voice Specialist at Holy Family Hospital, Mumbai, who wields both scalpel and song with equal mastery. Once Head Boy of Sacred Heart Boys High School and a proud alumnus of St. John’s Medical College, his brilliance spanned academics, sports, and music, birthing the acappella ensemble Javapella. Trained in Head and Neck Surgery at Nair Hospital with a Fellowship in Laryngology, he also stood as an ICU sentinel during COVID-19. A singer, trekker, footballer, he lives his credo: “Surgeon by day, Singer by night.”Connect at @doc_jarvis 

9. Priyanka Thakur 

After two decades in senior leadership roles in the apparel industry, Priyanka chose courage over comfort in 2016 to launch Nirwaana, her silver jewelry label. As Founder and Creative Head, she discovered the resilience and fulfillment of building a brand from the ground up. This journey sparked her second calling-as a Business & Mindset Coach for women entrepreneurs. Drawing on her own entrepreneurial learnings, she now helps other women navigate their paths with clarity, confidence, and systems. Through NirwaanaShift with Priyanka, she blends business strategy with mindset transformation, on a mission to help women build sustainable businesses and fulfilled lives, proving reinvention is always possible.Connect at @Nirwaanashift_with_priyanka 

10. Valentina Mishra 

Valentina Mishra, a trailblazer in fashion and beauty, has over two decades of unparalleled experience shaping global pageantry. A graduate of Andhra University, she blended her early passion for dance and grooming into a visionary career. As CEO of DLaValentina since 2016, she has mentored 1,000+ contestants worldwide, empowering them to shine on international stages. Holding leadership roles in global pageants like Miss & Mister Grand Sea World and Top Model of the Universe, she continues to revolutionize the industry. Honored with multiple awards, Valentina stands as an inspiring mentor, entrepreneur, and leader redefining fashion with elegance and excellence.Connect at @Valentina.mishra 

11. Aditi Sharma 

Aditi Sharma,born and raised in Punjab, India, is a certified life coach from London who is passionate about empowering people to grow and thrive. Her journey into astrology began during a transformative phase of her life, where she discovered its profound impact on life paths. Certified in KP, Vedic, and Jaimini systems, she has analyzed countless charts with many accurate predictions. By blending astrology with life coaching, Aditi offers holistic guidance that supports clients both emotionally and practically. Her work has earned widespread trust and appreciation, along with the Ambassador of Peace award from the Universal Peace Federation in London.Connect at @Raysofhopecoaching 

12. Ms.Anjali Uppal 

Anjali Uppal, Founder and Mentor of Astria Education, is a seasoned expert in overseas undergraduate admissions with over a decade of experience. She has guided countless students to top universities in the US, UK, Canada, and beyond, offering personalized and strategic support. Alongside leading Astria Education, she serves as Career Advisor at The Shriram Millennium Schools. A Times Higher Education Accredited Counselor, UCLA Certified Career Counselor, and IC3 Leader, Anjali actively contributes to InternationalACAC and The Outreach Collective. With integrity and empathy at the core of her philosophy, she empowers students to achieve global academic success.Connect at @anjaliuppal_official

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