D FIGHTERS
MEET THE REAL FIGHTERS
Core Team Member - Founder Director
“It’s not Diabetes that stops you from chasing your dreams, it’s the fear within you that stands like a Wall between the two. Break that Wall!”. These are the words from Mridula Kapil Bhargava, a public health professional, IMPH, from the Hebrew University-Hadassah Braun School of Public Health and Community Medicine, Israel, batch 2017-18. Mridula is passionate to help people with Diabetes better manage their condition by empowering them with the essential tools according to their individual as well as population needs. She herself has type-1 Diabetes from past 28 years and strongly believes that her condition combined with the skills in Public Health can extensively contribute towards Diabetes education, policy-making and patient empowerment.
Mridula was born and brought-up in New Delhi, India. She is a graduate in Biotechnology and a post-graduate in Nano-Biotechnology. Her determination and fighters’ spirit has led her achieve a number of impressive accomplishments such as being among the top 50 leaders in Novartis Leadership Camp 2013, cover-girl of “THE WEEK” magazine (the largest circulated English news-magazine in India) (2013), and amongst the top 50 innovators in INTEL-DST Digital India Challenge 2015. She received the prestigious Bakken Invitation Award in 2017-2018 (in photo, with Dr Earl Bakken – founder of Medtronic – among the world’s largest medical equipment development companies). She is currently handling several national and international projects focusing upon diabetes as well as adolescents.
MRIDULA KAPIL BHARGAVA
FOUNDER DIRECTOR
Core Team Member - Community Management
Hi, my name is Khushi Ahuja and I am brought up in Delhi. I have completed my schooling from Montfort School and St. Thomas’ School with humanities and I was one of the CBSE toppers with 96.75%. I am currently pursuing my graduation in B.A.L.L.B from Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, Indraprastha University.
I was diagnosed with diabetes when I was 11 and I have been fighting it throughout the roller coaster ride for 8 years, so I penned down a short poem to describe my experience.
I have qualified Sangeet Prabhakar examination and have a diploma in Bharatanatyam under the guidance of Mr. Mahesh George, I have devoted 14 years of my life learning the art. I am also trained in Sattriya under Adhyapak Haricharan Bhuyan Barbayan, learned Manipuri dance along with other folk dances, and have performed Odissi at the World Cultural Fest. I have studied fine arts, up to the senior secondary level, scoring a 100% in CBSE boards along with participation in two exhibitions at the India Habitat Centre. I was also a part of the German Art exchange Programme in Berlin and the winner of the young artist award at the Delhi level art camp. I have won several awards and prizes at the state, district, zonal, and inter-zonal competitions in dance, art, music, drama, and poetry.
Khushi Ahuja
PURSUING LAW
CORE TEAM MEMBER
Core Team Member- Caregivers' Initiatives Lead
As a devoted mother and caregiver, my life took an unexpected turn when my precious child was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. The journey since then has been filled with both challenges and blessings. With the same passion and dedication I poured into my 12+ years of experience in Optical Retail as an Optometrist, I am now determined to give back to the community that has supported us during this difficult time.
Having worked in the Vision care industry, I gained valuable skills in sales and technical education, along with a deep understanding of Optometry clinical and technical know-how. These experiences have shaped me into a strong individual in my field of specialization. However, it is the love and care for my child that have truly defined who I am today.
Now, I am ready to channel my skills and knowledge into helping others facing similar challenges. My rich organizational culture, market insights, and work expertise are assets I want to leverage to support families and individuals dealing with diabetes.
Despite the hardships, I approach life with a positive attitude and embrace changes with optimism. My love for my child has taught me to be futuristic, always seeking ways to improve and make a difference.
As a caregiver mother, I believe that through sharing my experiences and skills, I can contribute to creating a more supportive and understanding community for those living with diabetes. Together, we can face the future with hope and strength.
Anshita Kapoor
CAREGIVER & OPTOMETRIST
CORE TEAM MEMBER
Core Team Member - Honorary Advisor
Dr. Nayanjeet Choudhury is an M.B.B.S and M.D. from India and an M.P.H from Israel. He has served in medical and public health institutions as well as in developmental agencies both- in India and U.S.A. As a public health specialist and trainer with over 23 years of experience, he brings in international perspective in global health programming, research, and training via his work with Public Health Institute, Oakland CA and Medtronic Foundation as well as stints in various medical colleges and public health schools in India.
Dr Nayanjeet Choudhury
Honorary Advisor
Inderjeet
Web Developer
CORE TEAM MEMBER
Core Team Member - Website Management and tech management
Inderjeet is a Web Developer located in Delhi. He works as a full time Remote Web Developer, and was touched with the initiative for children with diabetes being taken by Diabetes Fighters’ Trust.
Inderjeet is passionate about his work and willig to support the cause in the best possible way.
The best thing that everyone agrees upon is that he never quits. His determination and passion towards his work is commendable.
