Addressing Sustainability and Climate-related Challenges Prof. Anandajit Goswami’s Impactful Journey in Academia and Research
Meet Prof. Anandajit Goswami from New Delhi, India. He is an esteemed educator, leader, author, and social entrepreneur with over two decades of experience. Prof. Anandajit has established himself as a trusted advisor, guiding academic programs towards excellence in education and research.
As the Research Director of Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (MRIIRS), he contributes to addressing the economic, social, and environmental pillars of sustainability. His journey, marked by unwavering dedication and a relentless pursuit of excellence, inspires aspiring professionals.
EDUCATOR, AUTHOR, AND TRAILBLAZER
Prof. Anandajit holds a PhD in Energy Economics and Policy from TERI School of Advanced Studies and a Master’s in International Trade and Economics from Jawaharlal Nehru University. He earned distinction as a Ford Foundation Scholar through a merit-based entrance and relative grade-based semester system.
In his career, he has also worked with the United Nations Economic Commission For Africa and both TERI (The Energy and Resources Institute) and TERI School of Advanced Studies (TERI-SAS). Currently, he is also an independent Visiting Research Fellow at IFRE, ACPET, where he focuses on a people-centric approach to energy transition. Additionally, he is also an Honorary Professor at IMPRI.
TOHRI FOUNDATION: ADDRESSING THE PILLARS OF SUSTAINABILITY
The Organization for Harnessing Research Innovation TOHRI Foundation was founded in 2022 by Prof. Anandajit as a philanthropic, not-for-profit initiative with 80G facilities. Its focus areas include Art and Culture for Development, Self-Help Micro Enterprise Mentoring, Health, Poverty, Education, Elderly Care, Reskilling, Mental Health and Resilience Building, and Sports for Development. TOHRI aims to address the social, economic, and environmental dimensions of sustainability.
Sustainability is often seen as an abstract emotion—reflecting care and affection that comfort the people of the society. The emotion can be felt but cannot be seen. TOHRI seeks to bridge this gap by launching a series of activities that tackle various issues related to these three pillars of sustainability. The organisation provides a range of services designed to benefit the clients and, in turn, contribute to the advancement of economic, social, and environmental pillars of sustainability. The core mission of the organisation is to engage different sections of society on a variety of issues through a collective pursuit of people with a sense of fairness and equity.
THE GENESIS OF TOHRI FOUNDATION AND KEY INSPIRATION
Prof. Anandajit believes that education is fundamentally about offering help when it is needed and bringing a smiles to others. The TOHRI Foundation was established to uphold this vision by spreading goodness and kindness to the people in their times of need for better nation-building. Many people were facing challenges in accessing the right resources. The TOHRI Foundation leverages multiple networks to enhance the accessibility and availability of these essentials.
NAVIGATING SETBACKS
Prof. Anandajit’s journey has been marked by numerous successful endeavours. However, the path has not been without its obstacles. One significant challenge was the educational aspect of the journey. “Every obstacle in bringing a tangible impact is a lesson in itself, and we view it as a part of our learning by collaborating with our multiple partners,” shares the visionary leader.
THE KEY USPS AND MARKETING STRATEGIES
The TOHRI Foundation is distinguished by its core values of truth, honesty, integrity, value, and empathy. Reflecting on the main advertising strategies, Prof. Anandajit states, “Our brand is defined by the well-being of the people at the grassroots level, which we constantly maintain. This commitment has allowed us to reach even the most remote villages in India.”
TECHNOLOGIES AND INNOVATIONS SHAPING THE INDUSTRY
“Innovation is all about sustaining the smile and well-being of your people through new decentralised technological applications,” shares Prof. Anandajit. The TOHRI Foundation remains committed to continuous development and staying abreast of the latest technological advancements. The organisation actively uses smart app-based tracking tools for impact assessments of the initiatives.
FOSTERING SUCCESS THROUGH AN IDEAL CULTURE
The work culture at TOHRI Foundation is built around kindness, empathy, and a bottom-up approach that emphasises constant team formation and participation. With commitment, reliability, and collaboration as its three pillars, this 12-member organisation creates an ideal environment where innovation and teamwork can flourish. This innovative and employee-focused culture directly contributes to the company’s success.
ACHIEVEMENTS AND MILESTONES
Prof. Anandajit credits TOHRI Foundation’s success to the significant changes he with the support of his colleagues has implemented at TOHRI Foundation. Notably, the organisation has positively impacted the lives of at least 51000 people through its various programmes and initiatives, ensuring their sustainability. The visionary leader, Prof. Anandajit, was recently honoured as the third-best author in India at the Digital Literary Award of 2020 by Literary Insight and Literary Mirror for his five popular fiction books.
Additionally, he was named the Best Author of 2021 by the same organisation for his book, “Lucy 3: Lucy and the Rise of the Parabola.” The Book Review, India’s first book review journal in English, which started in 1976 along with the Indian popular print and digital media, recognised his “Lucy Series” as a pioneering work in the field of children’s science fiction and sustainability literature genre.
WHAT LIES AHEAD FOR THE TOHRI FOUNDATION?
The TOHRI Foundation’s long-term vision is to reduce and bridge the gaps in achieving various SDGs across different segments of a developing society. The TOHRI Foundation aspires to expand its presence through multiple local, regional, and national partnerships.
WORDS OF WISDOM
Advising aspiring entrepreneurs, Prof. Anandajit says, “Stay alive and restless in your dreams for the future.”
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