Bimla Poddar

Bimla Poddar
Born Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
Occupation Social worker, philanthropist
Known for Philanthropy
Spouse(s) Bimal Kumar Poddar
Awards Padma Shri

Bimla Poddar is an Indian social worker, philanthropist and the founder of Jnana Pravaha,[1][2] a Varanasi based centre for cultural studies, engaged in the efforts to preserve the cultural heritage of India.[3] Under the aegis of the organization, Poddar is involved in activities related to exploration of India's culture[4][5] and maintains a heritage museum housing artifacts from ancient India.[2][6] Born and brought up in Varanasi, in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh,[7] she was married into a rich business family to late Bimal Kumar Poddar[8] and holds the directorship of many of the family concerns[9][10] which includes Ambuja Cements.[8] She was honoured by the Government of India in 2015 with Padma Shri, the fourth highest Indian civilian award.[11]

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Jnana Pravaha". Jnana Pravaha. 2015. Retrieved March 1, 2015.
  2. 1 2 "Kamat". Kamat. 2015. Retrieved March 1, 2015.
  3. ↑ "Varanasi". Varanasi. 2015. Retrieved March 1, 2015.
  4. ↑ "Benares: Bayly and the Making of World History". Jnana Pravaha. 2015. Retrieved March 1, 2015.
  5. ↑ Melba Levick (2008). IndiaColor: Spirit, Tradition, and Style. Chronicle Books. p. 175. ISBN 9780811853163.
  6. ↑ "Times of India". Times of India. 26 January 2015. Retrieved March 1, 2015.
  7. ↑ "Amarajula". Amarajula. 2015. Retrieved March 1, 2015.
  8. 1 2 "Neotia family". Neotia family. 2015. Retrieved March 1, 2015.
  9. ↑ "Zauba Corp". Zauba Corp. 2015. Retrieved March 1, 2015.
  10. ↑ "Bloomberg". Bloomberg. 2015. Retrieved March 1, 2015.
  11. ↑ "Padma Awards". Padma Awards. 2015. Retrieved February 16, 2015.

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