Shalin Manav Ratna Award – 2011
Shri Vitthalbhai J. Patel (India)
Shri Vitthal Kaka, as he is reverentially known, has been one of the teachers of Guruvarya Param Pujya Sahebji during his high school days in Anand. A freedom fighter, a true Gandhian in life-style, thought and action and a great inspirer of values, Pujya Vithhal Kaka is a legend in the history of education field, and has inspired thousands of young minds to lead a value-based life and serve society.
Sushri Dr. Indira Parikh (India)
Sushri Dr. Indira Parikh, one of the founder members of FLAME, a unique institution of higher education in Pune, is an internationally distinguished management expert. Sushri Dr. Parikh’s innovative thinking and positive approach of team building have resulted in the creation of one of the finest educational institutions that attempts to harmonize modernity with India’s wisdom.
Shri Chandravadanbhai Shah (India)
Shri Chandravadanbhai Shah is man who has always attempted to bring about positive transformations in all the spheres with which he associated himself during his long and successful professional life. After retirement he and his wife are completely dedicated to serving the elderly people in their self-built and managed home for the elderly at Dakor. His meticulous and affectionate involvement in this activity has provided a true home to the elderly with lot of warmth, care and dignity.