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Dhruv Lakra
National Award Winner from President of India, Helen Keller Awardee 40 under 40, Highest civilian award winner J&K govt
Dhruv Lakra is the Founder and CEO of Mirakle Couriers, a pioneering courier service based in Mumbai, India. Established in August 2010, Mirakle Couriers focuses on employing low-income deaf adults, aiming to integrate them into the workforce and challenge the stigma surrounding the employment of individuals with disabilities. The company has successfully executed over 300,000 shipments monthly for various e-commerce clients, demonstrating its significant impact in the logistics sector while providing meaningful employment opportunities to the deaf community.1
Background and Education
Lakra holds a Master's in Business Administration (MBA) from the Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford, where he was a Skoll Scholar. He also earned a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Mumbai.1
Career Highlights
Before founding Mirakle Couriers, Lakra worked as a Senior Analyst at Dasra, where he assisted non-profits in enhancing their operational efficiency, and as an Analyst in Investment Banking/Mergers and Acquisitions at Merrill Lynch, focusing on financial analyses for M&A transactions.1
Awards and Recognition
Dhruv Lakra has received numerous accolades for his contributions to social entrepreneurship and disability advocacy, including:
- National Award from the President of India
- Helen Keller Award
- Recognized in the 40 Under 40 Achievers by BW Businessworld
- Youth Leadership Award by AIESEC.1
His work not only emphasizes business success but also social responsibility, making him a notable figure in both the logistics industry and disability advocacy.