The socio-economic entrepreneur Khanak showcased her exceptional prowess in Kathak through an enchanting dance performance and successfully launched ‘Mission Milaap’ – An attempt to bring the love-deprived orphans and elderly together in an evening of awards and Rewards
Indore: Khanak Hajela, the youngest socio-economic activist in the country, organized Prayas 2.0 at Rabindra Natya Gruh, RNT Marg Indore Madhya Pradesh, an annual fund-raising event that pledges a sum towards social upliftment of underprivileged section of society. Khanak organized the event in association with Anandam and Dr Ragini Makhhar’s Naadyog to launch her Mission’ Milaap’, an initiative to bring distressed elderly and abandoned orphans together to support each other in challenging phases of their lives. Over 800 people attended the event, along with leading Bollywood choreographer Mr Sandeep Soparkar as Chief Guest, Dr Navin Saxena Chairman Rusanas Guest of Honor, and Dr Bharat Sharma Executive Board Member National Cultural Fund as a Special Guest graced the event. Other Prominent Guests were Mr Akhilesh Sharma from All India Radio, Dr Shuchita Shukla – Chief Editor Alma Today, Mr Subodh Saxena Ranji Trophy player, Mr Ajay K Sharma, Principal DPS Indore, and Dr Mr. & Mrs Rao – Leading Cardiologist Apollo.
15-year-old Khanak has always endeavoured to help the underprivileged with her novel ideas for her noble cause. The event began with a lamp lighting by Mr Sandeep Soparkar along with other dignitaries. Khanak’s majestic solo performance of Kathak followed this. Students of Naadyog also performed along with her. The bouquet of the event also included Anandam Award a Ceremony that honored people who have continued the legacy of their ancestors by ‘Virasat Samman’. This year, the award was given to Ms Mitali Khargaonkar from the family of tabla maestro. The Series of Awards also included Guru Samman& Seva Samman, recognizing people’s exceptional contributions.
After the award ceremony, it was a turn for rewards the show stoppers of the evening, the orphans & elderly people from old age homes. Khanak distributed a series of choices and happiness to each of them as per their needs and wishes, spreading smiles and stonesimbibing impression on the heart and soul of the audience.
Commenting on the launch of Mission Milaap, KhanakHajela, said, “Mission Milaap is my humble endeavour, to bring lonesome elderly and unloved orphans together so that they can fill a void in one another’s life. The Elderly can enlighten younger folks about their life experience, and in return, the younger generation will motivate them to lead a livelier and more exciting life. Old-age homes and orphanages should continue to meet like student exchange programs as it will result in a fruitful unification of both the aged and the orphaned. I have also submitted a request to PM’s Office with a suggestion to start building common campuses for the same, as it will augment our efforts of bringing both groups together. It is a drive to help the people, through the people by the people.”
“Needless to say, I was so elated by the support of the audience when I asked – “Aap denge na mera saath” (will you support me in my endeavour). It was a magical night, and I’m thankful to all attendees for taking the time to participate in this event. I hold this event very dear& near to my heart and will strive to make it bigger and better in the coming years,” she added.
Khanak Hajela is a young socio-economic entrepreneur, driven by her unique mission of spreading smile-stones to orphans and old aged with her ‘Right to choose’ & ‘care by their choice’ initiatives. In her unique effort to support the underprivileged, she organizes an annual fundraiser named ‘Prayas-EkNanhiPehal’, a charity show resulting from over 300hrs. of rehearsal. Attracting a wider audience year after year, this event is a key contributor to Khanak’s overall concept of being a young social entrepreneur, where she wants to create a self-sustained model for this section of society and wants to end their dependence. Over the years, Khanak has achieved many accolades, including one for the youngest social activist by the World Book of Records, Europe. She has been recently appointed as the brand ambassador of ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padao Yojana’. Khanak has been honored by Hon. CM Shri Shiv Raj Singhji, Indore City Mayor and Member of parliament.
Khanak’s YouTube channel, ‘GupShup with Khanak, ‘ spreads awareness of financial literacy for people at the grass-root level. She dwells on Swadeshi, Digital India, Net Banking, online payments, and Origin of Banking& Money among her 140+ episodes. Different banking kiosks use her weekly Episodes throughout the country as a training program. Her upcoming episodes include an excellent explanation of the e-Rupee, a newer concept of money.
