THE PEOPLE
Team Behind People4People
Mr Ashwani Kumar Sinha
Chief Impact Officer - People4People
Ashwani Sinha leads People4People with a deep commitment to empowering communities through purposeful, grassroots-driven social impact. As the Head of P4P, he provides strategic direction and oversight to the initiative, ensuring it remains focused on its core mission—enabling every child’s right to play by equipping under-resourced government and charitable schools with safe, high-quality outdoor play infrastructure.
Under Ashwani’s leadership, People4People has expanded its reach and deepened its impact, with thousands of children now benefiting from access to structured physical activity and joyful play environments. He works closely with donors, partners, volunteers, and school communities to align efforts, build sustainable models, and scale the initiative responsibly.
Ashwani also champions the integration of long-term sustainability into P4P’s efforts, supporting broader goals such as community engagement, environmental responsibility, and inclusive development. His vision, empathy, and hands-on leadership continue to guide People4People in its journey of transforming childhoods—one playground at a time.
He holds an MBA in Marketing from the International Management Institute (IMI), New Delhi.
Dipika Bedi
Head – People Engagement & Culture People4People
Dipika Bedi leads People Engagement & Culture at People4People, guiding the organization toward a collaborative and inclusive workplace that aligns with its core mission of enabling every child’s right to play. With over 30 years of cross-functional experience in finance and human resources, she has worked in fine arts, medical, and retail sectors across the United States and India.
Under Dipika’s leadership, People4People’s team dynamics and organizational values stay closely integrated, fostering open communication and a supportive environment. She oversees employee well-being, grievance resolution, and talent development, and her influence extends to mentoring HR operations in various verticals, including Telerad Foundation.
Dipika holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a Master’s in Economics and Finance from the University of Kentucky. Having begun her career in finance, she transitioned into human resources—where she discovered her passion for people-centric solutions, a commitment she continues to bring to People4People’s evolving landscape.
Praveen Kumar K
Chief Cardiac Technologist – People4People
Praveen Kumar K serves as the Chief Cardiac Technologist at People4People, and also heads Operations at Hands on Heart, a dedicated paediatric cardiology group in Bangalore that offers onsite paediatric care and runs one of India’s longest-running e-teaching programs in collaboration with the Paediatric Cardiology Society of India.
With over 15 years of experience in neonate, paediatric, and adult transthoracic echocardiography, Praveen is trained by a renowned cardiac institute in Bangalore and holds an MBA in Hospital Management. In his role at People4People, he ensures that children receive timely, high-quality cardiac screenings and care, furthering the organization’s grassroots-driven goal to help every child thrive.
A lifelong advocate for professional collaboration, Praveen has organized echocardiography workshops nationwide, including spearheading India’s first National Cardiac Sonographers Survey under the Indian Academy of Echocardiography. He is a life member of the Indian Academy of Echocardiography (State Chapter) and a professional member of the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging, reflecting his ongoing commitment to advancing paediatric cardiac care in underserved communities.
S. Suma
Senior Operations Manager - People4People
As Senior Operations Manager, Suma plays a key role in advancing People4People’s mission to uphold every child’s right to play by equipping schools with high-quality, durable outdoor play equipment. Her work directly supports the physical well-being and development of children, particularly in under-resourced government and charitable schools.
She manages the initiative’s end-to-end operations—from reviewing proposals submitted by school principals for playground equipment, to articulating the goals and objectives of the initiative to school authorities and, in some cases, local NGOs who apply on behalf of beneficiary schools. Once a proposal is approved by the leadership team, Suma coordinates with P4P’s administration and purchase teams to ensure timely dispatch and installation of the equipment on a first-come, first-served basis.
Beyond operations, Suma is responsible for maintaining accurate documentation, preparing donor reports, verifying installations on-site, and managing the beneficiary feedback mechanism. Her strategic coordination and commitment help ensure that People4People delivers real, lasting impact while fostering safe, inclusive play spaces for children across the country.
Suma is a Certified NLP Master Practitioner, holding a Master Diploma in Training from the Indian Academy of Training and Development (IATD) and a PG Diploma in Administration from IGNOU.
Anindita Choudhury
Communications Manager - People4People
Anindita drives strategic communication for People4People, amplifying the organization’s mission to ensure every child’s right to play by providing safe, high-quality outdoor spaces for under-resourced schools.
Her goal is to engage diverse stakeholders—ranging from donors and volunteers to school communities—and expand People4People’s grassroots-driven social impact. With strong belief in the long-term sustainability of People4People’s efforts, she supports broader goals such as community engagement, environmental responsibility, and inclusive development.
Her multidisciplinary background allows Anindita to create meaningful, resonant messaging that underscores the transformative power of play in children’s lives.
Anindita holds an Advanced Certification in Digital Marketing & Communications from MICA, Ahmedabad, a PG Diploma in Clinical Research from ICRI, and a Masters in Zoology from Banaras Hindu University.
Nagashree Shet
Website & Tech Support - People4People
Nagashree Shet leads website design and digital engagement for People4People, ensuring the organization’s online platforms effectively convey its mission of enabling every child’s right to play. Her intuitive approach highlights People4People’s work in bringing safe, inclusive playgrounds to schools across India, helping donors, volunteers, and local communities stay informed and involved.
By blending user-focused design with timely content updates, Nagashree enhances People4People’s digital reach—amplifying the transformative impact of play in children’s lives.
Nagashree has a Masters in Computer Application.
Chetan Gupta
Senior Frontend Developer - People4People
Chetan Gupta is the Senior Frontend Developer at People4People, where he manages the organization’s digital platform to advance its mission of enabling every child’s right to play.
By showcasing the safe, high-quality outdoor spaces that People4People brings to under-resourced schools, his work helps raise awareness, forge stronger donor relationships, and foster impactful community engagement.
Through user-focused development, Chetan connects People4People’s core values with a broader audience, driving meaningful social change—one playground at a time.
Chetan holds a BTech in Computer Science & Engineering.
Edwin Dani Mathew
Communications & Digital Outreach - People4People
Anshad A B
Creative Graphic Designer & Video Editor - People4People
Anshad A B is a Creative Graphic Designer & Video Editor at People4People, where he leverages his artistic expertise to communicate the organization’s mission of enabling every child’s right to play. Through compelling visuals across digital platforms, websites, and promotional campaigns, he enhances People4People’s outreach and inspires community engagement.
Before joining People4People, Anshad taught sculpture at Jawahar Bala Bhavan, Thrissur, and served as an Art Tutor at Nirmalamatha Central School and the Nadhabrama Institute of Arts and Music in Kerala. He holds an Advanced Certification in Interior Designing and Architecture from the London Institute of Design, Kerala, and a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Applied Arts and Design from the Government College of Fine Arts, Thrissur.
His blend of artistic vision and technical skill makes him a vital force behind People4People’s creative storytelling.