Dr. Mala Shrikant: Needles To Say Much Much More…….
Prepare to be inspired by the incredible journey of Dr. Mala Shrikant, a remarkable individual who ventured into the hills and transformed lives through her passion for knitting. Her story is a true testament to compassion, creativity, and the power of community spirit.
In this heartwarming tale of resilience, Dr. Mala’s journey takes us into the picturesque hills where she discovered not only a beautiful landscape but also an opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives. Armed with her knitting needles and an unwavering determination, she set out to create something truly special.
This inspiring story reminds us that even in the most unexpected places, there are opportunities for transformation and connection. Through her unwavering dedication and love for knitting, Dr. Mala Shrikant has shown us how compassion coupled with creativity can uplift communities and touch countless lives.
So dive into this heartwarming tale of resilience and community spirit as we celebrate Dr. Mala Shrikant’s remarkable journey. Prepare to be inspired by the power of knitting and the profound impact it can have on both individuals and communities alike.
डॉ. की अविश्वसनीय यात्रा से प्रेरित होने के लिए तैयार रहें। माला श्रीकांत, ने पहाड़ों में कदम रखा और बुनाई के प्रति अपने जुनून के माध्यम से जीवन बदल दिया। उनकी कहानी करुणा, रचनात्मकता और सामुदायिक भावना की शक्ति का सच्चा प्रमाण है।
अपनी कला के माध्यम से डॉ. माला ने स्थानीय समुदाय से जुड़ने का एक अनोखा तरीका खोजा। उसे एहसास हुआ कि बुनाई सिर्फ एक शौक से कहीं अधिक हो सकती है; यह व्यक्तियों को सशक्त बनाने और अपनेपन की भावना को बढ़ावा देने का एक साधन हो सकता है। दूसरों को यह प्राचीन कला सिखाकर, उन्होंने उन्हें मूल्यवान कौशल और आत्म-अभिव्यक्ति का अवसर प्रदान किया।
यह प्रेरक कहानी हमें याद दिलाती है कि सबसे अप्रत्याशित स्थानों में भी परिवर्तन और जुड़ाव के अवसर होते हैं। बुनाई के प्रति अपने अटूट समर्पण और प्रेम के माध्यम से, डॉ. माला श्रीकांत ने हमें दिखाया है कि रचनात्मकता के साथ करुणा कैसे समुदायों का उत्थान कर सकती है और अनगिनत जिंदगियों को छू सकती है।
Life as we knit it
Interviewed by Emily Webb on BBC radio on 01 Jan 2020.
Topics discussed included challenges of growing up with low self-esteem, working on changing challenges to achievements, and the path for the future. You can listen to Mala Srikanth from approximately Minute 24.00, halfway in the recording.
TED Talk given at MITWPU-Pune on 23 July 2019
Society’s definition of success is just one definition of success. Dr. Mala Srikanth has become successful in every other way. Her life story is nothing less than a roller coaster ride, and like a true thrill junkie, she has enjoyed the rises and falls. Her journey, from a doctor in the armed forces to knitting in the hills of Uttarakhand, is something everyone must hear! She has served as a doctor in the Indian Air Force; practiced medicine for 30 years, including 12 years in Oman, and is now helping to revive the art form of high-quality hand-knitting with women in the hills of Ranikhet and in the process help them be financially strong and emotionally independent.
Featured in Al-Jazeera Asia on 16 Jan 2019.
In Ranikhet, a northern mountain village, women knit in a group, talk taboos and strive towards financial independence….The feminist knitting circle in India upending patriarchal norms.
Featured in CSRtree.in, the online version of CSR Times, on 24 July 2017.
A doctor teaching quality knitting to women in the hills…detailed account of the challenges and rewards in this journey.
Mentioned in blogpost, notjustashopper.com, on 09 Feb 2017
One of the inspirational stories shared in “The Art of Knitting”, an article to inspire readers to take up knitting as a new skill.
Featured in The BetterIndia.com website on 06 Aug 2014
From the Armed Forces to the desert, from a high paying job and hectic social life to settling down in the hills – Dr. Mala has done it all. When Dr. Mala met with an accident, she decided to dedicate her life to a better cause. Read more to know how she built a knitting group and changed the lives of many!
