Ameeta Mulla WattalEducation (J&K, India) 2010
AMEETA MULLA WATTAL – The former Chairperson of the National Progressive Schools’ Conference and Principal of Springdales School, New Delhi, has dedicated over three decades to the field of education. She has redefined the role of a teacher, portraying them as selfless nurturers of young minds. Her educational model emphasizes human rights, ecology, environment, and awareness about issues like drug addiction and AIDS.
Her efforts have earned her accolades from prominent figures, including former President of India, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam. Internationally, she has been honored with the ‘Order of the Star of Italian Solidarity’. Ameeta is also a member of the panel of experts at the Oslo Coalition at the Nobel Institute and serves on the UNESCO committee in Geneva for education of peace and human rights.
She is truly a sculptor of the country’s future, shaping young minds and instilling values that will guide them to become responsible and compassionate citizens.