Season 4 releases tomorrow!. From institutional philanthropy & next-gen leadership to the rise of networks, this season features powerful conversations with Geetika Dadlani, @Tara_SVachani, Prasad Baji, Swati Apte, @AndyKalambi, Anupama Dalmia & Sumana Dalmia. Stay tuned!

In this episode, @Tara_SVachani, reflects on her giving journey & why India urgently needs stronger philanthropy infrastructure. From advisory support to peer learning, she explores why ecosystem-building is key to making philanthropy systemic.

In this episode, Geetika Dadlani reveals a powerful shift: funders no longer want to give from afar. They want to witness the work, build real trust with NGOs & bring their children along to understand the world they hope to change. Tune in to know more.

In the season premiere of Unusual Suspects, Geetika Dadlani reflects on how networks are creating space for families to step back, reflect on their intent & embrace giving that is bold, strategic & deeply human. Listen to the conversation here -

In this powerful opening episode, Geetika Dadlani, Associate Director at @dasra & Head of GivingPi, unpacks the rise of philanthropy networks & the role they play in building the infrastructure behind big, structural change. To listen, click here -

Season 4 of Unusual Suspects brings you real stories of Indian philanthropists who are choosing to give with conviction & long-term vision. This isn’t about headlines but about the quiet work of rethinking impact, asking harder questions & staying with the problem. Coming soon!

Season 4 of Unusual Suspects is back! . We return with a powerful lens, spotlighting bold voices, risky bets & the leaders redefining Indian philanthropy. From next-gen disruptors to new-age networks, season 4 is where quiet giving makes way for catalytic action. Stay tuned!

Deepak Chopra’s journey in philanthropy began with purpose. Through the Freedom Employability Academy, he’s spent 25 years equipping India’s youth with the skills, mindset & confidence to step into dignified, independent lives. To know more, click here -

Through the Freedom Employability Academy (FEA), Deepak Chopra has helped 550,000+ young people across 10 states gain the skills to step into better futures. This is a model rooted in purpose, dignity & self-sustaining impact. To know more, click here -

Deepak Chopra’s FreedomEmployabilityAcademy has trained 500,000+ youth across north India with skills, ethics & confidence for a better future. Quietly building impact with 1,000+ centers & 5 M lives in sight. This is purpose, not noise. Read here -

Jaishree and Desh Deshpande didn’t only set out to give - they set out to build. Explore how the @DeshpandeFdtn is turning rural ingenuity into scalable solutions. This is what dignified giving looks like.

Jaishree and Desh Deshpande didn’t just fund change - they built it. From startup hubs to skilling centres, their 30-year journey proves that rural innovation can and must be the heart of India’s future. Read about their journey here - @DeshpandeFdtn

Can philanthropy be scaled like startups?. Jaishree & Desh Deshpande prove it can - scaling rural innovation, skilling 20,000+ youth, backing 400+ startups & more than 1 lakh farmers. This is dignity-first giving—rooted in innovation, built for scale.

From building a blood bank in Anjar to supporting 161,000+ lives across 57 districts, Thack's journey shows what’s possible when compassion meets strategy. This is a story of boldness and belief in the power of interventions sparking systemic change.

What does it mean to truly give back? . For Bhagwan Thacker, it meant deciding to give away 90% of his wealth to create lasting change in India. From Kutch to 57 districts, his journey redefines impact. Read how one man's vision is transforming lives.

Bhagwan Thacker’s journey from Kutch to founding a pan-India movement is proof that thoughtful giving creates lasting impact. Through the Empowerment Foundation, he has committed 90% of his wealth to uplift underserved communities. Read his story here -.

Bold ideas. Big impact. At @GKII_JHU, Dr. Amita Gupta is rewriting the global health playbook - bridging India & the U.S. to fight TB, back women in STEMM & fuel change through research & philanthropy. Read the full feature here -

What do you get when 2 nations, 2 philanthropic families & 1 public health visionary come together. The answer is @JHU_India. From fighting TB in schools to elevating women in STEMM, GKII is proof that real impact needs bold collaboration. Know more here-

Dr. @AmitaGuptaMD is revolutionizing global health through @JHU_India, driving innovation and collaboration to tackle TB and empower women in STEMM. Inspired by her family’s legacy of giving, she’s making a lasting impact in public health. Read more here:.

What if philanthropy did more than fill gaps and actually fixed broken systems?. Through @VeddisImpact, @Vikrantbh is backing data-driven, government-aligned solutions to drive impact at scale. This is strategic giving for India@2047. Read more here - .