Harmanpreet Kaur: The Firebrand Cricket Legend
Harmanpreet Kaur, the fiery Indian cricket captain, has earned her spot on TIME's prestigious list of emerging leaders. Her remarkable journey from a record-breaking 171 not out in a World Cup match to her recent suspension for critiquing umpires demonstrates her unyielding competitive spirit. Kaur's contribution has elevated women's cricket from obscurity to a global sporting powerhouse. She now leads the Mumbai Indians and made history by guiding them to victory in the Women’s Premier League's inaugural season.
Nandita Venkatesan: The Tuberculosis Warrior
Nandita Venkatesan, a tuberculosis survivor who lost her hearing due to a harsh drug regimen, is another Indian making waves on the TIME100 Next list. Alongside South African health activist Phumeza Tisile, Venkatesan championed a petition against Johnson & Johnson's secondary patent for a more affordable TB treatment. This landmark victory promises to make life-saving medication accessible to millions.
Vinu Daniel: Architect of Sustainability
Vinu Daniel, founder of Wallmakers Studio, embraces Mahatma Gandhi's wisdom that a perfect house should use locally sourced materials. His designs, blending mud and waste, create both practical and visually stunning structures. Daniel's work echoes the importance of respecting local wisdom and material culture to ensure a sustainable future.
Nabarun Dasgupta: The Opioid Overdose Savior
Indian-origin scientist Nabarun Dasgupta has been instrumental in saving lives with his nonprofit initiative. By addressing bottlenecks in the supply chain for the opioid-overdose-reversing drug naloxone, Dasgupta distributed over 1.6 million doses across the country, averting a life-threatening drug shortage. He's also pioneering drug testing methods to gather vital information and ultimately prevent overdose deaths.
In honouring these exceptional individuals, TIME magazine celebrates their remarkable contributions to the world, inspiring us all to make a positive impact in our own unique ways.
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