Sukama Acharya
Sukama Acharya | |
|---|---|
| Born | 15 October 1935 |
| Occupation(s) | Educator, social worker |
| Known for | Promoting girls' education |
| Awards | Padma Shri (2023) |
Sukama Acharya (born 15 October 1945) is an Indian educator and social worker known for her efforts in promoting girls' education in Haryana, India.[1] She is the head of Kanya Gurukul in Rohtak, where she has provided free education to girls from underprivileged backgrounds for over 40 years.[2]
Early life
[edit]Sukama Acharya was born on 15 October 1945 in Rohtak, Haryana, India.[3] She pursued her education with a focus on traditional Indian values and later earned a doctorate.[4] Choosing to remain unmarried, she dedicated her life to education and social work.[3]
Career
[edit]Acharya founded Kanya Gurukul in Rohtak, an institution dedicated to educating girls who lack access to education due to poverty or social barriers.[1] The gurukul offers free education, combining Vedic teachings with modern subjects.[4] She has also supported married women by encouraging their education and independence.[1]
Awards
[edit]In 2023, Acharya received the Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian honor, for her contributions to education and social work.[5]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "Gurukul students, Padma Shri winner Acharya Sukama married girls' education". The Indian Express. 26 January 2023. Archived from the original on 28 March 2023. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
- ^ "Padma Shri award to Acharya Dr Sukama of Kanya Gurukul Roorkee". Etv Bharat (in Hindi). 26 January 2023. Archived from the original on 15 April 2025. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
- ^ a b "Dr Sukama Acharya's Inspirational Journey". Femina.in. 27 January 2023. Archived from the original on 30 September 2023. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
- ^ a b "Rohtak News: Acharya of Rohtak Gurukul Dr Sukama got Padma Shri, giving free education to girls in Gurukul". Dainik Bhaskar (in Hindi). 26 January 2023. Archived from the original on 16 April 2025. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
- ^ "Padma Awards 2023 announced". Press Information Bureau. 25 January 2023. Archived from the original on 25 January 2023. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
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