They choose to dedicate their time to heal humans and the planet. And from 900+ nominations, there were just 12 winners at the 6th edition of The Restore Awards®. And here they are! Let’s applaud them for their amazing work.
1. Dr. Karishma Kirti
| Medical Champion |
Dr. Karishma Kirti, a dedicated breast surgeon, goes beyond the operating room to champion awareness as a life-saving intervention. She believes that treatment can heal, but awareness prevents delays that often change outcomes. Through social media, workshops, and community engagements, she simplifies complex medical concepts, busts myths, and normalizes conversations around breast health. Her impact is evident in stories of women who, after learning about options like breast conservation and oncoplasty through her reels, overcame fear and sought timely treatment. With late-stage breast cancer diagnoses still alarmingly high in India, Dr. Karishma’s work bridges the gap between medical expertise and everyday understanding. By combining surgical excellence with compassion, education, and advocacy, she ensures women are empowered to take charge of their health. Her mission is not just to treat but to transform—turning fear into hope, silence into action, and awareness into a powerful tool for saving lives.
Instagram – @dr.karishmakirti
2. Pawdopt
| Care Champion |
Pawdopt is a compassionate animal welfare initiative founded in 2021 with the mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome abandoned and surrendered animals while promoting responsible pet ownership. Spearheaded by animal welfare experts Nandita Saigal, Rhea Chhabria, and Nikunj Sule, the organization has become a recognized adoption wing of Thane CPCA. Their work goes beyond adoption, creating a holistic support ecosystem that includes vaccinations, sterilizations, access to veterinarians, trainers, and dignified last rites for pets. Pawdopt rehomes 20–30 animals each month, feeds over 300 community animals, and recently launched Mumbai’s first no-profit, no-loss animal ambulance. With a vision to replace unethical pet trade practices with compassion-driven adoption, they prepare families for responsible pet parenting and provide post-adoption care. Pawdopt’s tireless efforts highlight the importance of collaboration, empathy, and education in animal welfare, proving that when communities unite for a cause, lasting change for both animals and humans is possible.
Instagram – @pawdopt.in
3. N.S Naveen
| Movement Champion |
Naveen, widely known as The Lupus Guy, is an inspiring advocate raising awareness about lupus and autoimmune diseases in India. His unique approach combines endurance and activism—he runs marathons to shed light on these often invisible conditions. Living with lupus himself, Naveen channels personal resilience into advocacy, ensuring that conversations about lupus extend beyond medical circles into the public domain. He actively pushes for systemic change by urging the government to recognize lupus-related organ complications under the disability act, which would provide essential support to patients navigating this debilitating illness. Through his relentless efforts, he not only inspires individuals living with chronic illness but also challenges policymakers to prioritize autoimmune health in India. Naveen’s journey is a testament to the power of personal struggle transformed into collective action—running not just for fitness, but for visibility, dignity, and justice for thousands of lupus warriors across the country.
Instagram – @thelupusguy
4. Mitti Café
| DEI Champion |
Mitti Café is a remarkable social enterprise redefining inclusion by empowering adults with physical, intellectual, and psychiatric disabilities through skill development and dignified employment. Their model centers around running sustainable cafés managed entirely by persons with disabilities, transforming public perceptions while creating opportunities for marginalized communities. With over 11 million meals served and 5,500+ livelihoods enabled, Mitti Café is a testament to how empathy can drive entrepreneurship and systemic impact. Their initiatives also include distributing over 6 million meals to economically vulnerable communities, proving that business success and social change can go hand-in-hand. Mitti Café is not just about food service; it’s about challenging stereotypes, proving competence, and inspiring society to see ability beyond disability. Their scalable and replicable model envisions a global movement where inclusion is the norm. By investing in people, Mitti Café shows that real change is about empowering individuals, transforming mindsets, and building an equitable future for all.
Instagram – @cafemitti
Website – https://www.mitticafe.org/
5. GoodKarma Farms
| Earth Champion |
GoodKarma Farms is a forward-thinking agricultural initiative with a mission to restore dignity, equity, and sustainability in farming. Recognizing the struggles faced by agricultural workers, the organization pays farmers double the average wage—aiming to triple it in the near future—while ensuring that their work is both respected and fairly compensated. GoodKarma Farms is committed to growing healthy, organic produce in harmony with nature while breaking cycles of poverty that have long plagued the sector. As part of their community-driven ethos, they donate 20% of all produce to Child Care Institutions, ensuring that vulnerable children have access to fresh, nutritious food. Beyond farming, GoodKarma fosters awareness about nutrition, sustainability, and fair trade practices, positioning agriculture as a noble and impactful profession. By blending compassion with innovation, GoodKarma Farms is redefining the future of farming—one that nurtures people, nourishes communities, and heals the earth.
Instagram – @goodkarmafarms_
6. Millet Tribe
| Nutrition Champion |
Born from a personal journey of healing, Millet Tribe is a movement to reconnect people with ancient grains that nurture the body and respect the earth. Founded by a health enthusiast-turned-celiac survivor, the initiative began after discovering the transformative power of millets—gluten-free, versatile, and deeply restorative. Since 2022, Millet Tribe has championed awareness and adoption of millet-based diets, cutting through food fads and showing families how to craft wholesome, joyful meals rooted in tradition. The initiative has already touched over 1,000 lives through collaborations with hospitals, ISKCON Pune, corporates, and schools, inspiring healthier choices and long-lasting wellness. With its growing community, Millet Tribe is not just promoting a food trend but igniting a movement that restores trust in nature, traditions, and our bodies. By making millets mainstream, the initiative envisions a future where everyday meals become tools of healing, sustainability, and joyful living.
Instagram – @millet.tribe
7. Imaara Survivor Support Foundation
| Mental Health Champion |
Imaara is a survivor-led foundation dedicated to transforming how society responds to gender-based violence (GBV). Founded by Rasika Sundaram, a survivor herself, Imaara’s mission is to center survivors’ voices in healing, advocacy, and systemic change. Their flagship programs include the Butterfly Hug Program, which provides trauma-informed psychological support and connects survivors to shelters, legal aid, and counseling; Bystander Training that empowers communities to intervene effectively; Art for Healing that merges creative expression with livelihood opportunities; and Project Tell-Tale, which uses survivor-led storytelling for policy reform. With recognition from UN Women and World Pulse, Imaara is already shifting paradigms—proving that survivors are not just heard but lead change. By dismantling silence, stigma, and victim-blaming, Imaara builds pathways from vulnerability to empowerment. Their work is rooted in empathy, innovation, and justice—creating a world where healing is holistic, communities are informed, and survivors become powerful agents of transformation.
Instagram – @imaara.foundation
Website – https://www.imaara.in/
8. Sisters Living Works
| KPF Winner |
Sisters Living Works is a Mumbai-based nonprofit organization dedicated to suicide prevention and mental health advocacy since 2015. Founded with the mission to create supportive and stigma-free communities, the organization runs workshops, awareness programs, support groups, and conferences that equip people with tools to recognize warning signs, intervene effectively, and foster open conversations around mental health. Having reached over 55,000 individuals through 200+ initiatives, Sisters Living Works has built a strong volunteer network committed to reducing suicide rates and empowering communities to act with compassion. Their work is especially impactful in breaking the silence surrounding suicide, offering hope to survivors and families, and promoting resilience through knowledge and peer support. By nurturing safe spaces and spreading awareness, Sisters Living Works envisions a suicide-free India where no one has to suffer in silence and every individual feels valued, supported, and heard.
Instagram – @sisterlivingworks
Website – https://sisterslivingworks.org/
9. Thepla House
| KPF Winner |
Thepla House is a pure vegetarian kitchen built on the philosophy that food is more than nourishment—it’s love, care, and comfort served fresh. Specializing in home-style meals, they prepare every dish with pure ingredients, no preservatives, no maida, and no shortcuts, ensuring clean and wholesome eating for all. Catering to working professionals missing home-cooked meals, children needing balanced nutrition, and seniors seeking light, simple food, Thepla House delivers soulful meals that bring warmth and familiarity. With kitchens across Andheri, Santacruz, Lower Parel, Mulund, and Thane, they offer a menu of over 250 dishes, customizable to suit diverse dietary needs. Their mission is simple yet profound: to “junk the junk” and bring back the authenticity of food that feels like home. In every meal they serve, Thepla House blends tradition, health, and heart—making honest food accessible, comforting, and deeply nourishing for all.
Instagram – @tejals_kitchen
10. Aaroha Music Therapy
| KPF Winner |
Aaroha Music Therapy is an innovative initiative dedicated to fostering holistic healing and resilience through the power of music. Rooted in compassion, Aaroha designs personalized therapy experiences that help individuals navigate emotional challenges, improve mental well-being, and rediscover inner strength. By blending evidence-based therapeutic techniques with the universality of music, Aaroha creates a safe and transformative space for clients to heal, grow, and thrive. Their work spans across diverse communities, addressing issues such as stress, trauma, anxiety, and emotional regulation through carefully crafted sessions. Each program is tailored to the unique needs of participants, ensuring therapy is both personal and impactful. More than just an intervention, Aaroha Music Therapy embodies the belief that music has the power to touch hearts, soothe minds, and transform lives—one note at a time.
Instagram – @aarohamusictherapy
Website – www.aarohamusictherapy.com
11. Yash Charitable Trust
| KPF Winner |
Yash Charitable Trust is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering neurodiverse adults by offering them skills, employment, mental health support, and holistic resources to live independently and with dignity. Based on the philosophy that every individual deserves equal opportunity and respect, the organization works tirelessly to ensure that neurodiverse persons are fully included in society and have access to meaningful livelihoods. Their initiatives provide hands-on training, safe workplaces, and emotional well-being support, creating a strong ecosystem for long-term success. By advocating for inclusion and dignity, Yash Charitable Trust not only uplifts individuals but also shifts societal mindsets about neurodiversity. Their work reflects the power of compassion and equity—proving that when given the right support, neurodiverse adults can lead fulfilling lives, contribute meaningfully, and enrich the communities around them.
Website – https://www.yashcharitabletrust.org/
12. Pay Autention
| KPF Winner |
Tata Power’s Pay Autention program is a comprehensive, India’s first “phygital” (physical and digital) network designed to support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other neurodevelopmental conditions. Launched in April 2022, the initiative empowers parents, caregivers, teachers, and Anganwadi workers with resources and training for early detection and intervention, aiming to create an inclusive support system through online and offline channels. A toll-free helpline, website, training for community champions, providing pro-bono services via E-Sanidhya web platform, partnerships with NGOs and government bodies to foster awareness and provide essential support is a hallmark of their work.
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