Asha marked another important milestone with the inauguration of the Women’s Health and Nutrition Programme at our Zakhira Slum Centre, extending life-changing nutritional support to malnourished women in one of Delhi’s most underserved communities. The occasion was especially significant as…
When Vantika came into the world on 28 June 2024, she weighed just 1.5 kg, far smaller and weaker than a healthy newborn should be. Frail and dangerously underweight, she spent the first 15 days of her life in the…
On 22 June 2026, a new chapter began for the women of Lal Bagh as Asha inaugurated its new Centre and Women’s Health & Nutrition Programme in one of Delhi’s poorest slum communities, where Asha has been serving through its…
On 26 May 2026, Asha was honoured to welcome a distinguished delegation from the University of Queensland, Australia, to its Mayapuri Centre in Delhi. The delegation was led by Chancellor Peter Varghese AO and included Professor Deborah Terry AC, President…
An inspiring and meaningful conversation took place at the Australia India Institute during an “In Conversation” interview featuring Dr Kiran Martin and hosted by the Institute’s dynamic CEO, Lisa Singh. Over the years, Lisa and Dr Kiran have built a…
A meaningful evening in Melbourne brought together friends and supporters of Asha for a fundraising event organised by the Australian Friends of Asha Board, led by Chairman Robert Johanson. The event focused on the urgent needs of the three new…
I have known Peter Varghese since 2009. I first met him when he arrived in India as Australia’s High Commissioner. At that time, I could not have imagined how many lives that meeting would touch. What began as a simple…
As part of Dr. Kiran Martin’s recent Australia visit in 2026, Asha had the opportunity to thank Liz Peak for her years of friendship, support, and commitment to the organisation’s mission. Currently serving in a senior role at the Department…
As part of Asha’s ongoing efforts to create global opportunities for students from underserved communities, Dr. Kiran Martin met with leading figures from Australia’s higher education sector during her visit to Australia. Dr. Kiran had a meaningful interaction with Luke…
Sunil and Shikha Lal lead the Sydney Chapter of Friends of Asha Australia and have been supporting Asha for over eight years. Their commitment comes from the heart, and they remain deeply invested in the vision of creating lasting change…
