About Us
Our Philosophy
Alokavantika Social welfare foundation is born out of conviction, “That all people are inherently progressive, they only need proper impetus and input from the society to grow realising their potentials”.
It’s our endeavour to mobilise effectively the inputs and impetus from those who can provide to those who are in need of it; by putting the resource in growth oriented programs / projects We firmly believe that,
‘Whole is GREATER than the sum of its parts’
That, collectively we have potential to develop at exponential rate, in comparison as an individual. Much resources are idle, we need to match those resources with the one who require them.
This will, not only lead to growth of individual but society as whole. A responsible and productive individual is an asset to the society,
if as a nation, we are unable to nurture the individual potential, then they become liabilities to the society, adding to the maintenance and corrective cost of the society.
All our activities are based to nurture socially & economically marginalised population to realise their potentials, contributing effectively in society’s growth. We believe a potential realised is asset created for humanity. Alokavantika Social Welfare Foundation play it’s part to contribute in making THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE
Director Profile
Founder Director of Alokavantika Social Welfare Foundation, Mrs Madhulika Srivastava is a social impact entrepreneur who works towards sustainable solutions.
She had aptitude towards philanthropy works to create ingenious solutions for difficult social issues.
Her career had helped build strong foundation for her social work.
She worked for Panchayti Raj & Co-operative’s and Higher Education Department in UP Government, where she had first hand experience of grass root level democracy and its functionaries . The challenge, there, was to ensure successful implementation of central government schemes, which were generalized in nature and had to be implemented in local hamlet, having their unique local issues and demography.
Her experience taught her, for successful outcome and impact of developmental schemes the participation of the target population, at every level and point in scheme, is must. She also, vouch for predominant skill oriented higher education and participation of girls for effective and balanced education system. She had worked as Assistant Director Result Measurement & Internal Audit In South Asian Association of Regional Co-operations Development Fund (Thimphu , Bhutan). Was involve in many projects like Home Based Worker, Mother-Child Health Care, Clean Water, Women Helpline, Computer Kiosks in rural areas, Zero- energy based wear housing etc. These projects were based on eight SAARC countries.
Later, due to personal reasons, she stayed with her husband in his place of posting . First, Srinagar, Kashmir then New Delhi ,where In 2016 organized program for CRPFs’ martyr families one of the pioneering program.
Milan Sadan, this program addressed the issues of separated families and infertility arising due to long field service tenure. An accommodation and treatment by fertility expert was extended to Jawan and their spouse. 30 kids were born to families facing fertility issues, they are now proud parents.
She had taken Advocacy program for Drug prevention for school kids of Srinagar. Advocated life skills which were required to resist peer pressure and stay clean of drugs.
During COVID conducted advocacy programs, on prevention and COVID protocols treatment. This program was able to connect around hundred families of Jawans online all over India. These programs created awareness among Jawans, their families, extended families and friends.
Distributed food bags to labourer in Srinagar during COVID era
She did advocacy program on Stress Management to create resilience among JAWAN families .
With Aakash Byjus conducted Counselling session for jawans families.
Tied with Alokavantika Social Welfare foundation and AAKASH BYJUS to conduct counselling and screening session for around 100 socially and economically marginalized kids.. A scholarship was awarded to a girl from the screened candidates .
Her journey continues with three beliefs, “आत्म दीपो भव” be your own light, “परिवर्तनमेव स्थिरमस्ति” the only constant is change and “मा कदापि त्यज” never give up.
The Guiding Philosophy
Whole is greater than the sum of its parts.
India is an ancient country of young people. Youth is our demographic capital that needs to be harnessed for nation building.
The Mission
The Vision
The Model
Drug Abuse
Under the civil action program 49 Battalion created awareness about drug abuse and talk about life skills needed to say no to drugs. The workshop took place at Caset school,Srinagar where around hundred students attended the workshop.The workshop told kids about the changes that take place in brain of drug abuser which make him addicted to drugs ..and why professional help is needed if one wants to leave drugs. The workshop emphasised on the importance of saying no to drugs. It talked about importance of developing life skills to resist negative social influence,peer pressure,coping stressors,time management and how to make rational decisions.Sharing with you videos and pictures.
E-Workshop on Covid
In the downtown area of Srinagar a E-Workshop was conducted on COVID 19 related health and psychological issues. We connected with around 100 families of Jawans hailing from different regions of the country. Few hailing from remote part of India. Through this workshop we hope to educate them about prevention, treatment ,diet and psychological stressor related to COVID19. Psychiatrist, Obstetrician & Gynecologists’ and Dietitian at one platform addressed their doubts on COVID19.Dr.Manu Bhatnagar w/o Mr R.R.Bhatnagar Advisor to Lt Governor Jammu & Kashmir
graced the occasion and motivate Jawans families and share her COVID19 experience with us. We are indebted by her gesture.At the end of event the pledge was taken to follow COVID19 appropriate behaviour.Sharing videos and pictures of the events The videos are taken from live stream.
We have started free consulting for Jawans families they had to take appointment in WhatsApp group. We will organize video conference with concerned doctors . For start, Jawans families can avail this service for period of one month. Sharing link of web conference with Jawan wives
Fertility issues
On 23 April a workshop was organized by 49 Battalion on Fertility issues. It deliberated on rising cases of Primary Infertility in 49 Battalions ( an operational battalion placed in Srinagar )and CRPF in general. The workshop was presided by Smt. Smita Sindhu, President RCWA, Jammu & Kashmir Zone. The guest doctors talked about various infertility treatment available ,diet and alternative treatments. Various suggestions were put before Smita ma’am to counter rising incidence of fertility issues among CRPF jawans serving in operational areas.
Milan Sadan , the accommodations provided to the jawans families in operational area by 49 Battalion having fertility issues or family issues. The effected families are undergoing treatment under Doctor , Gynecologists’ and Specialist in Noora Hospital since 2018
Smt. Smita Sindhu Ma’am inaugurated the accommodations ,the beauty parlour and stitching machine at Milan Sadan. The jawan wives were very excited to meet her . Sharing with you the pictures and videos of the occasion
This initiative is accepted and will be implemented at CRPF level … two jawans of 49 Battalion had been sponsored for IVF treatment by CWA .. Thanks to Mrs Smita Sindhu President RCWA Jammu & Kashmir Zone and Dr Manu Bhatnagar President CWA.
Career Counselling by Aakash Byju's
Inspiration, hard work & right information is basic ingredients for nurturing the potential in a child. With this thought 122 Battalion had organised Counselling session conducted by Aakash Byjus…The session was conducted both offline and online mode .The Jawans and their families participated with zeal the session being very informative.Aakash Byjus informed about fees waiver given by them to CRPF wards & 100 percent waiver provided to martyr’s children. The session talked about career opportunities for kids, time distribution for studies, and course offered by them . The question & answer session was also organised. Sharing the recording of the session and some pictures & videos
Scholarship Test
On 25 July, 2022 initiatives were taken to provide an opportunity to around 100 socially & economically marginalize kids so that they can realize their professional dreams.
A+A Social Welfare foundation in co-operation with Aakash Byjus & 122 Battalion CRPF organized Educational Counseling Camp at Yatima khana Qutub Enclave. The event was participated by three Orphanages one for boys and other two for girls. Around 60 girls participated on the occasion. The itinerary of events consist of
conduction of counseling session for the kids, it guided them on professional avenues available to them and how to achieve it. Second, screening test was conducted, two selected candidates are being given 100percent scholarship in Aakash Byjus run courses.
We hope that our effort will facilitate some of the kids to realize their professional dreams. On the occasion blankets, fully equipped pencil-boxes, and dinner were sponsored. The happiness on the faces of children is our best reward. Sharing the pictures and videos of occasion.
Women's Day Love u zindagi
We had wonderful session at 49 Battalion,Dr Chand Trehan MA, B.Ed, PhD psychology took up the online workshop on accepting positively challenges of being soldier’s wife ..the concept of Love you zindagi was introduced.
After the session we have honour to host. Dr. Bhavani Rao Director, Ammachi labs, Amritapuri UNESCO Chair in Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equality, Amritapuri Chairperson, Department of Social Work, Amritapuri ,Associate Professor, Department of Social Work,
Amritapuri and her team who interacted with families of Jawans residing at 49 Battalion Headquarters ..under our program Milan Sadan ( an opportunity for soldiers to live with their spouse…having fertility issues)…officers’ spouses were also present .. the discussion how life of Jawans can be improved positively by involving their spouses in financial and other decisions . The discussion was very informative …Sharing few pictures of the occasion.