President, IWCI

Mamta Gupta is a social contributor by passion. She believes that real change starts with simple, mindful actions in everyday life. She actively supports people in need by providing food, helping families during difficult times, and encouraging compassion and community care.

She is deeply committed to environmental protection and promotes practical habits such as gardening, reducing waste, and responsible water use. She advocates the “half-glass-of-water” concept, encouraging people to take only what they need so that water is not wasted. Her approach highlights how small behavioural changes can lead to long-term sustainability.

As President of IWCI, she brings empathetic leadership, community values, and a strong sense of responsibility toward people and the environment.

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Secretary, IWCI

Kaushalendra Singh is deeply passionate about water security, sanitation, and climate resilience. He is currently working with KPMG, in partnership with the Ministry of Jal Shakti (Jal Jeevan Mission), New Delhi, and is associated with the Institute for Water & Climate Initiatives (IWCI) on a voluntary basis, contributing his expertise to strengthen community-led WASH and climate initiatives.

He holds a Master’s degree in Population Education and Rural Development (P.E.R.D) from the Department of Social Work, Lucknow University, and has over 12 years of experience in social development. His work spans sanitation and hygiene, public health, adolescent health, gender rights, communication, and conducting vocational trainings and awareness workshops in underserved areas.

As Secretary of IWCI, his voluntary engagement reflects a strong commitment to social service, sustainable development, and climate resilience.

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Vice President, IWCI

Mohammad Waseek is deeply passionate about community health and well-being. He believes that a healthy body and a healthy mind are essential foundations for protecting the environment and building resilient communities. His approach connects public health, awareness, and responsible living as key drivers of sustainable development.

As Vice President of IWCI, he advocates for integrating health, environmental consciousness, and community participation, recognizing that lasting environmental change begins with people who are informed, healthy, and empowered.

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Treasurer, IWCI

Suman Lata has over 10 years of experience in the development sector and is currently working as CEO at the Integral Development Foundation, focusing on climate change and social enterprises in Kanpur district. She has led initiatives in water security, rainwater harvesting, and water resource management, including work under the National Jal Jeevan Mission, and has played a key role in establishing WASH-linked social enterprises in collaboration with national and international organizations.

As Treasurer of IWCI, she believes that sustainable agriculture and green energy are essential to achieving the SDGs and is committed to supporting young entrepreneurs driving climate-resilient solutions.

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Board Member, IWCI

Shamshad Jahan is a retired school teacher with a strong belief that every child deserves quality education. As a Board Member of IWCI, she emphasizes the importance of training young minds and guiding them in the right direction toward environmental awareness and climate responsibility from an early age.

She advocates for instilling good habits, ethical values, and healthy practices toward the Earth, believing that education combined with responsible daily actions can create a more sustainable and compassionate future.

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Board Member, IWCI

Garima is a dedicated Community Specialist and Board Member at IWCI, where she focuses on women’s health, adolescent well-being, and nutrition security. She strongly advocates for building anemia-free communities through improved access to healthy nutrition, awareness, and strengthened public health systems.

With extensive experience supporting government-led initiatives such as Poshan Abhiyan and Anemia Mukt Bharat, she contributes her expertise in community engagement, monitoring, and data-driven decision-making. Her work supports IWCI’s mission to improve health outcomes for women and adolescents by integrating nutrition, awareness, and community participation.

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Board Member, IWCI

Adeeb is a young entrepreneur who believes in engaging youth in both organic and inorganic business models that are socially and environmentally responsible. He is deeply committed to water conservation and water equity, recognizing access to water as a foundation for sustainable livelihoods and inclusive growth.

As a Board Member of IWCI, he brings a youth-driven perspective, encouraging innovation, entrepreneurship, and responsible practices that support water security and long-term environmental sustainability.

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Chief Executive Officer

Prashansha Gupta is the Chief Executive Officer of the Institute for Water and Climate Initiatives (IWCI), selected for her strong grassroots experience and strategic leadership in water, sanitation, hygiene, and climate action. With over eight years of experience working with multiple international and national organizations, she brings a unique blend of community engagement, policy insight, and advocacy expertise. Her commitment to women-led solutions, water security, and climate resilience aligns closely with IWCI’s mission to drive sustainable, community-centered change.

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"I believe that access to clean water, safe sanitation, menstrual health, and a healthy environment is not a privilege—it is a right. My journey in the WASH sector has shown me that real change begins when communities, especially women and youth, are empowered to lead solutions. At IWCI, we put communities first—ensuring that water security, women's health, and climate awareness go hand in hand to build sustainable futures.

As CEO, my vision is to build IWCI into a hub of innovation, advocacy, and collaboration. From rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge to climate resilience and carbon-neutral initiatives, our efforts are designed to create practical models that communities can own and sustain. Each small step—whether a child becoming a Jal Champion or a village adopting water reuse—brings us closer to long-term impact.

The challenges of water and climate are complex, but I believe that with collective action, every drop can make a difference. Together, we can create a future where clean water, women's health, and climate security are not just aspirations, but realities for all."

Prashansha Gupta
Chief Executive Officer
Institute for Water and Climate Initiatives (IWCI)

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Intern – Social Impact & Community Development

Shreya Gupta is a social impact aspirant pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce. As an intern at the Institute for Water & Climate Initiatives (IWCI), she supports content development and awareness initiatives focused on social and environmental issues. With a strong interest in writing for social causes, she contributes to meaningful communication that promotes education, women empowerment, and environmental responsibility.

Key Areas of Work at IWCI:

• Content writing and documentation

• Awareness and outreach support

• Social and environmental communication