Who Are We?
Pratha (Previously Kavyavarsha) stands as a distinguished community of eloquent speakers and debaters, meticulously handpicked by the Government of India to represent their respective states at prestigious gatherings like the National Youth Parliament Festival (NYPF).
This esteemed cohort actively participates in high-level dialogues with revered dignitaries, including honorable Ministers and esteemed personalities such as Padma awardees, addressing a spectrum of critical national and international issues.
Beyond these executive engagements, Pratha conducts impactful public speaking workshops, medical awareness sessions, and actively contributes to large-scale disaster relief efforts. Recognized for its exceptional endeavors, Pratha has been bestowed with prestigious accolades in the India & Asia Book of Records.
“Titled Grand Master”
Asia Book of Records
“Official Appreciations”
Govt Of India
“Record Engagements”
India Book of Records
Institutional Endorsements
& State Validations
Insights from national governance and leadership on the developmental impact of Pratha Indic Renaissance Trust.
“Pratha is executing a commendable mandate in the domain of youth development by constructing a unique, high-level platform designed for direct engagement and structural interaction with national leaders.”
Shri. Pratap Chandra Sarangi
Minister of State, MSME, Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries
Government of India
“Pratha is a wonderful and fantastic initiative. This is precisely the caliber of interaction and conversation we need to foster within parliament, media channels, and communities. As India strives to advance as an erudite, highly educated, and sensible nation, I firmly believe Pratha makes a substantial contribution to that collective vision.”
Shri. Salman Khurshid
Former Cabinet Minister
Government of India
“I extend my heartfelt well wishes to Pratha and offer my blessings to the team. Your efforts in connecting the youth of India are truly commendable. The initiation of a humanitarian service through Pratha is deeply appreciated, and for this, I am immensely grateful to all involved.”
Shri. Ninong Ering
Former Minister of Minority Affairs
Government of India
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National Debate Championship & BRICS Youth Policy Summit
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BIOGRAPHY OF TEAM PRATHA
On Pratha’s second anniversary, Dr. Onkar Singh Batra—PMRBP awardee, world record holder, and mission director of Inqube—honored our work by publishing I Who Lead through United India Publishing. The book captures Pratha’s impact and is now available on Amazon Kindle. As we celebrate four years, I Who Lead remains a cherished reflection of our mission and milestones.
LETTER OF APPRECIATION FROM THE GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
Pratha (formerly Kavyavarsha) was honored with an official appreciation letter from Shri. Pratap Chandra Sarangi, Minister of MSME, Animal Husbandry and Dairy, Government of India, for our contributions to democratic ideals and community development. This recognition affirms our mission to empower communities through dialogue and collaboration.
APPRECIATIONS FROM UN FCCC LCOY INDIA
Pratha was one of only five organizations in India, alongside TERI, to contribute to the National Youth Statement, which will be integrated into the Global Youth Statement and presented at UN COP 29. The LCOY is a pivotal event under YOUNGO, the official youth constituency of the UNFCCC. I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the entire Pratha team for their dedication and hard work in shaping this national statement.
OUR COLLABORATIONS
Pratha has spent the past four years advancing social development through 40+ collaborations with organizations, institutions, and media. OIL India Limited sponsored our Listen to North East campaign panel, featuring leaders from BBC News, Assam Tribune, and The Print, with coverage by India Today NE—showcasing the reach and influence of our work.
MEET US
Our Team
Vishal Dutta
Founder / President
Sheenam Dhingra
Vice President – Community Engagement & Capacity Building & Joint Secretary
Divyanshi Srivastava
Vice President – Program Development & Partnerships
VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
Pratha is committed to community development and empowerment, driven by collective effort for a renaissance of Bharat. We invite passionate individuals to volunteer and help create lasting impact. Reach out to us for more information and be part of this journey.
FROM THE BLOG
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