Events

Nirmaan HR Conclave 2025: Empowering Impactful Hiring for Marginalized Youth

 March 6, 2025

The First-Ever Nirmaan HR Conclave 2025 on Impact Hiring – A Grand Success!

With 150+ participants, including 90 HR professionals from 80+ companies, and industry leaders & CSR representatives, Nirmaan HR Conclave has set the stage for the beginning of a series of HR Conclaves across India.

Supported by Infosys Foundation, the conclave brought together changemakers in Hyderabad on March 6, 2025, sparking crucial discussions on creating employment opportunities for marginalized youth.

With Shri Mayur Patnala Kankanala (India/Bharat), Founder and Global CEO of Nirmaan.org, setting the context and Shri Shrikant Sinha, CEO of Telangana Academy for Skill and Knowledge (TASK), delivering a powerful keynote, the event featured touching testimonials from young professionals and thought-provoking panel discussions with industry leaders.

Watch the highlights from this incredible event now!

Inspiring Session on Mentorship & Career Growth

 March 5, 2025

Nirmaan Organization sincerely thanks Mrs. Lakshmi Prasanna Edara (She/Her), Director at RealPage, Inc., for an inspiring and thought-provoking in-person session on Mentorship, Leadership, Career Growth, and Professional Development at our Women in Tech Skill Center in Kukatpally, Hyderabad.

Held on March 5, 2025, the session provided invaluable guidance, equipping our students with essential skills and career-building strategies. From interview readiness to mentorship, Mrs. Prasanna’s insights have offered a roadmap for success in the tech industry.

The impact of your words and experience will continue to inspire and shape the aspirations of our students.

Youth Empowerment Program (YEP) Inaugurated to Boost Skills & Careers

 March 4, 2025

The Youth Empowerment Program (YEP) was officially inaugurated by Shri Srinivas Kondapalli, the Honorable Minister for Small and Medium-Scale Industries, Andhra Pradesh.

This program is designed to empower youth with essential skill development and career opportunities, marking a significant step toward shaping future talent and promoting employment in Andhra Pradesh.

The event was honored by the presence of Mayur Patnala Kankanala (India/Bharat), Founder and Global CEO of the Nirmaan Organization, with Infosys Foundation CSR volunteers also present.

Catch the highlights of the YEP inauguration!

National Science Day Celebration: Inspiring Future Innovators

 February 28, 2025

On National Science Day (February 28, 2025), Nirmaan, in support & collaboration with HCLFoundation, has organized an Inter-School Science Exhibition at Government High School, NBT Nagar, Hyderabad. The event brought together 11 schools and over 350 enthusiastic students. Around 125+ innovative science and technology models were exhibited by students, reflecting their creativity & problem-solving skills.

The event was graced by HCLFoundation’s & Nirmaan’s leadership, including Ms. Madhuri Kankanala, Mr. Ram Srinivas, and Mr. Mahender Kasula, alongside dedicated HCLTech employee volunteers who played a key role in the smooth execution of the event.

To honor their hard work & creativity, prizes were awarded to the best models, inspiring students to continue their journey in scientific learning and innovation.

Our heartfelt thanks to HCLFoundation and the dedicated volunteers for making this event a huge success and enhancing learning in young minds!

LGBTQIA+ History Month Celebrated in Hyderabad

 February 28, 2025

On February 28, 2025, as part of the Satrangi Sankalp initiative by ServiceNow, nirmaan.org, successfully celebrated LGBTQIA+ History Month at Lamakaan, Banjara Hills in Hyderabad, in collaboration with the British Deputy High Commission and Liberty Rebellion.

The event brought together thought leaders, activists, and artists for insightful panel discussions on queer rights, inclusion, and representation, alongside captivating performances by queer artists. It also marked the anniversary of the Liberty Rebellion, reflecting on the ongoing fight for equality and justice.

Distinguished speakers at the event included Nalini Raghuraman, Divya Devarajan,

IAS, who joined virtually; actor LB Sriram; activist Meera Raghavendra; and Karthik Damerasetti, a queer disability activist.

This impactful event would not have been possible without the support of ServiceNow whose commitment to fostering diversity and empowerment is truly commendable.

Building a Sustainable Future: One Paper Bag at a Time!

 February 25, 2025

Did you know? Plastic takes up to 1,000 years to decompose, polluting our land and oceans, harming wildlife, and even entering our food chain! It's time to make a change!

On February 25th & 26th, HSBC Technology India, in collaboration with Nirmaan, took a significant step towards a plastic-free future! Across Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Pune, 540 dedicated volunteers came together to handcraft 1,070 eco-friendly paper bags, replacing plastic and promoting sustainability.

These handcrafted bags will be distributed to Anganwadis, ensuring that sustainability meets community impact!

We sincerely thank HSBC, the HSBC CSR Champions BHARAT KUMAR NARALASETTY, Lavanya Musunuri & Nikhil Poduval and all the volunteers for making this initiative a success.

Hope in a Cup: Empowering LGBTQ+ Inclusion

 February 25, 2025

Hope in a Cup: A Bold Step Towards Inclusion & Empowerment

When Synopsys Inc sponsored Hope in a Cup, Hyderabad’s first café run exclusively by LGBTQ+ individuals, it wasn’t just about opening a café - it was about pioneering queer representation in mainstream businesses like the food industry.

We are thrilled to share that Hope in a Cup supported by Synopsys 2023-2025 has generated an impressive ₹1,038,355 in revenue across two financial years!

What started as a unique initiative soon gained traction, inspiring three more corporate sponsors to fund three additional cafes. These cafes don’t just serve great coffee and snacks; they provide employment, visibility, and dignity to queer individuals, making them some of the very few truly inclusive spaces in the city.

Beyond its success as a business, Hope in a Cup has made a qualitative impact:

✅ Visibility for Queer Talent – Creating representation in corporate and entrepreneurial spaces.
✅ A Safe & Inclusive Space – A café where people can be their authentic selves.
✅ Recognition & Support – Corporate leaders, bureaucrats, and VIPs visiting and appreciating the initiative.
✅ Economic Empowerment – Providing employment to 8 LGBTQ+ individuals from diverse backgrounds.

The success of Hope in a Cup isn’t just in its growing presence but in the empowerment it has brought to the community. Its snack boxes have become a corporate favorite, making their way into events across Hyderabad. But most importantly, it has proven that queer individuals, when given the right opportunities and resources, can excel just like anyone else.

This success wouldn't have been possible without the incredible support of our corporate partners. One of them has officially onboarded us, and several others are placing orders!

A huge shoutout to Synopsys under the leadership of Bijay Chowdhury for leading the way and supporting an LGBTQ+ café. Your belief in our mission has paved the way for inclusion, employment, and empowerment.

ServiceNow & Nirmaan: Free Health Camp for Tribal Village

 February 25, 2025

ServiceNow, in collaboration with Nirmaan.org , organized a free multi-specialty health camp at the Grama Panchayat in Inchenchervu Pally, Mulugu, as part of Nirmaan’s flagship initiative, Tribal Village Adoption. The camp aimed to provide essential healthcare services to 235 patients.

The camp featured six specialists offering consultations in General Medicine (109 patients), Pediatrics (18 patients), Gynecology (57 patients), General Surgery (19 patients), and Orthopedics (39 patients). In addition, 225 lab tests were conducted, which included Complete Blood Picture (CBP) analyses for all patients, eye screenings for 18 individuals, and cervical cancer screenings for 74 women.

This initiative brought much-needed healthcare access to the community, addressing various medical needs.

We extend our gratitude to ServiceNow for their generous support and commitment to improving community health, enabling residents to receive critical medical care at their doorstep.

Empowering Women through Skill Development and Vocational Training

 February 24, 2025

On February 24, 2024, Pegasystems, under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, sponsored and distributed advanced Singer sewing machines to 20 women beneficiaries from Nirmaan organization at our Skill Development Center in Siddique Nagar, Gachibowli, Hyderabad.

These beneficiaries have successfully completed the vocational training on tailoring under Pega sponsored Entrepreneurial Development Program and are set to embark on their professional journey towards financial independence and, in turn, support their families.

As part of its ongoing commitment to women’s empowerment, Pegasystems has partnered with Nirmaan Organization, providing vocational training and entrepreneurial support to over 300 women in the past three years.

The distribution event was graced by leaders from Pegasystems, including Dr. Dr. Ddharaniikota Ssuyodhan, Lead Counsel - International Law & CSR Lead; Mr. Goutham Parcha, Vice President - Application Development; and Ms. Anuradha Pulla, Chief Operating Officer, Nirmaan Organization.

Grateful to Pegasystems and its leadership for empowering these women to achieve financial independence.

Celebrating Student Innovation at Coding Hackathon 2024-25!

 February 22, 2025

At Nirmaan, we are pleased to share the incredible journey of our students in the Coding Hackathon 2024-25, supported by Wells Fargo , held across Bengaluru, Chennai, and Hyderabad on February 22, 2025.

Spanning school, state, and national levels in January and February, this hackathon provided students with a platform to showcase their creativity, problem-solving skills, and technological excellence. A total of 150+ innovative projects were developed, reflecting their passion and ingenuity. The Hackathon was a 2-month of hard work, ideas, competition and altogether a learning experience for our students.

Through a rigorous selection process, 51 projects advanced to the state-level hackathon, and 15 outstanding projects were chosen for the national-level competition, supported by Wells Fargo. Among these, three exceptional projects i.e., School Website, Bounce-in Ball Game, and Eco-Planet, secured positions in the Top 3.

Their journey has been nothing short of inspiring, and we eagerly look forward to witnessing their continued success!

Our heartfelt thanks to Wells Fargo for their support in nurturing young talent, fostering innovation, and empowering future tech leaders. We extend our gratitude to the leadership of Bandana Jha and Sumona G. for not just supporting the program but scaling up to 5X in a span of 4 years. We started the project with 5000 students and are now impacting 25,000 students across Chennai, Hyderabad and Bangalore.

Nirmaan at HYSEA Annual Summit 2025!

 February 22, 2025

Nirmaan Organization was honored to be part of the 32nd HYSEA Annual Summit & Awards 2025 at HICC Novotel, Hyderabad! This incredible event explored the future of AI, Agentic AI, and Quantum Computing, focusing on their impact across Life Sciences, Sustainable Systems & Green Software, e-Governance & Citizen Services, and Talent Development. At Nirmaan, we extend our heartfelt thanks to HYSEA for this opportunity to contribute to a more sustainable, inclusive, and future-ready tech ecosystem!