Dr. Sangeeta Manish Banafa

Dr. Sangeeta Manish Banafar is a distinguished educator, writer, poet, speaker, and social worker dedicated to literature, women's empowerment, and education. Holding a Master’s in English Literature and a Diploma in Fine Arts, she has served as a lecturer and Assistant Professor and is currently President of the Chhattisgarh Educational Cell, World Hindi Council, New Delhi. Her books, including "Sangini," "Aryaveera – Bas Aur Nirbhaya Nahin," and "Viklang Vimarsh – Ek Anusheelan," address vital social issues. Recognized with Atal Hindi Ratna and Amrita Pritam Memorial Award, she actively leads social initiatives, advocating for education and women's rights while inspiring change through her poetry, speeches, and activism.

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