“Any societal platform needs a bold steward, willing to hold the moral compass and risk failure. A system steward must persist as a positive catalyst that continuously creates opportunities and sustains the grammar of the intent.”

Indian writer, author and philanthropist

Rohini Nilekani is an Indian writer, author, and philanthropist. She is known for her work in public-spirited philanthropy and for helping shape initiatives in water, sanitation, and education. She founded the Arghyam Foundation in 2001, a non-profit focused on water and sanitation, and chairs the Akshara Foundation, which works on elementary education. She is also co-founder and director of EkStep, a non-profit education platform, and chairperson of Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies.