Ela R Bhatt

The writer founded SEWA in 1972 and was its general secretary till 1996. She is presently Chancellor, Gujarat Vidyapith.

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It is not enough to protect the precincts of Sabarmati AshramSubscriber Only

August 23,2021 04:17:46 AM

Ela R. Bhatt writes: We must go beyond that to adopting the Gandhian way of building a mutually nurturing society.

Tue, Aug 24, 2021

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Crisis also brings opportunity for building a nurturing economySubscriber Only

June 19,2020 00:30:46 AM

Our economic and political policies must not be ends in themselves, but instruments for building a society that is secular, inclusive and nurturing, where people of all religions, caste, race and gender feel wanted and at home.

Fri, Jun 19, 2020

How do we build a society less susceptible to debt, disease, devastation?Subscriber Only

May 06,2020 00:30:56 AM

We begin by investing in the three basic needs of people — food, water, and shelter — and provide three primary basic services — healthcare, education, and banking — that people and societies need for their well-being. By focusing on these six needs and services, we can make sure that our post-pandemic society is both sustainable and equitable.

Wed, May 06, 2020