Ravi Ghate

Ravi Ghate, a Pune-based social worker, has been dedicated to empowering rural and deprived communities through Information Communication Technologies (ICT) for over 15 years.

Recipient of India's prestigious National Youth Award in 2005-06 from the former President, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, for his remarkable efforts in promoting computer literacy in Maharashtra's rural, tribal, and backward regions.

Innovator of the 'Local SMS Community Newsletter' which garnered multiple awards including the Manthan Award, NASSCOM Social Innovation Honor, and Clinton Global Initiatives YES Fund Award, recognized as one of the top 15 'Mobile 4 Empowerment' ideas globally.

His initiatives in assisting drought-affected populations using social media were ranked among the top 5 social media projects in India, with a group of Empowerment Catalysts facilitating significant aid amounting to over Rs. 2 Cr.

Established the 'Social Peace Force', a youth group on Facebook, aimed at addressing potentially disruptive content regarding leaders, icons, and religions to prevent real-world violence, garnering widespread recognition and support.

Dedicated to promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, and startups among students, Ravi Ghate has conducted numerous seminars and workshops in educational institutions across Maharashtra, contributing to the development of a Student Startup & Entrepreneurship Support System.