OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION TO TEMPLE REVIVAL AND PHILANTHROPY

Dr. Nadimpalli Yamuna Pathak, W/o Praveen Kumar Pathak (Born on 17th November, 1982) from Hyderabad, Telangana, India, is an eminent Temple Revival Activist, renowned motivational speaker, mentor, psychologist, spiritualist, and currently serves as the National Mahila President of Visva Hindu Raksha Parishad (VHRP).

Dr. Pathak has made remarkable contributions to preserving and reviving the cultural heritage of over 21 ancient temples in the Old City of Hyderabad. She spearheaded efforts to reclaim encroached temple properties worth ₹500 crores within just six months and launched the prestigious initiative "Mana Gudi - Mana Balam" (Our Temples, Our Strength), aimed at restoring Hyderabad’s spiritual and cultural legacy. Her philanthropic work spans across India and overseas, collaborating with UN agencies (UNDP, UNIDO, UN-HABITAT, UN Women), the World Bank, Asian Development Bank (ADB), and numerous international NGOs, corporates, and governments, with a focus on sustainable livelihoods. She has also appeared in over 1700 television programs, speaking on socio-political, psychological, and spiritual topics.