Kamali Soren
Kamali Soren | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1971 |
| Occupation | Social worker |
| Known for | Social work, preventing child marriage |
| Awards | Padma Shri (2021) |
Kamali Soren (born 1971), also known as Guru Maa, is an Indian social worker from Malda district, West Bengal, recognized for her efforts in social welfare and preventing child marriage.[1] She is associated with the RSS-backed All India Vanavasi Kalyan Ashram in Gazole, Malda.[1]
Early life
[edit]Kamali Soren was born in 1971 in Kotalhati village, Malda district, West Bengal.[2] After her husband's death, she began living in a tribal camp in Kotalhati and took up social work, focusing on the tribal communities in the region.[2]
Career
[edit]Soren has worked with the All India Vanavasi Kalyan Ashram, a tribal organization affiliated with the RSS, in Gazole, Malda.[1] She has been involved in encouraging tribal people, particularly Christians and Muslims, to return to Hinduism, which has sparked controversy.[1] In November 2021, Soren intervened to stop a child marriage in Habibpur, Malda, ensuring a 14-year-old girl could continue her education by promising to cover her expenses.[3]
Awards
[edit]In 2021, Soren was awarded the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian honor, for her contributions to social work.[4] Her selection drew criticism from some political groups due to her association with the RSS and allegations of religious conversions.[1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e "Glare on Padma Shri choice". The Telegraph India. 28 January 2021. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
- ^ a b "Kamali Soren, known as Guru Maa awarded Padma Shri". Anandabazar Patrika (in Bengali). 28 January 2021. Archived from the original on 5 April 2025. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
- ^ "Padma Shri winner stops child marriage in Malda". The Telegraph India. 30 November 2021. Archived from the original on 5 April 2025. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
- ^ "Padma Awards 2021" (PDF). Padma Awards, Government of India. 2021. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
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