Industry interaction with Mr. Aditya Kumar Yadav, the Growth and New Initiatives Associate Director at the Akshaya Patra Foundation.
Date of announcement: 03-12-2023
Recently, at the School of Management, IIT Mandi, we had the privilege of hosting Mr. Aditya Kumar Yadav, the Growth and New Initiatives Associate Director at the Akshaya Patra Foundation. His insights on navigating evolving industries and propelling one's career were truly enlightening. Mr. Yadav shared invaluable advice based on his life journey, emphasizing the significance of journaling during internships. He highlighted its potential to extract vital insights, a practice that can significantly benefit us in our future workplaces. Discussing the impactful work of the Akshaya Patra Foundation, Mr. Yadav shed light on their mission: ensuring no child misses school due to hunger. With over 2.1 million children provided nutritious mid-day meals daily across India, their efforts not only nourish young minds but also motivate attendance, especially for those from underprivileged backgrounds. It's awe-inspiring to learn that the foundation manages to provide a meal at just Rs. 1500 per student per year, reaching out to 22,000+ government schools with a workforce of 8000+ employees. Notably, their Barsana center, led entirely by a female workforce, showcases their commitment to diversity and empowerment. Furthermore, Mr. Yadav shed light on innovative projects like 'Future Shapers' and 'Altruistic Pledge,' indicative of their relentless commitment to creating a better future for the nation's youth. The Akshaya Patra Foundation's vision, coupled with innovative methods like the STEAM approach in food preparation to conserve water, demonstrates their holistic approach towards sustainable change. This discussion provided profound insights, resonating with the core value that education should never be compromised due to hunger. Mr. Yadav's insights and the Akshaya Patra Foundation's work serve as an inspiration to strive for meaningful contributions in our respective fields.