Dr. Manjula Nirupama H S  is an award-winning healthcare and social impact professional with a distinguished career in public health, community empowerment, and sustainable development. She holds a Ph.D. in Women’s Studies, along with an MBA, Postgraduate Diploma in Community Health (PGDCH), and Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resources (PGDHR) — a rare blend of academic excellence and practical insight. In recognition of her outstanding contributions, she was honoured with the “Nobel Laureate Madame Curie Inspiring Women of the Year Award – 2021”, celebrating her relentless dedication to women’s health, education, and empowerment. Currently, she serves as Project Manager – Health at SELCO Foundation, where she drives the integration of renewable energy into primary healthcare systems to improve access and quality of care for underserved communities. Previously, as Program Manager at Youth for Seva and Doctors for Seva, she led flagship national initiatives such as: AHAP – Adolescent Health Awareness Program (Pan-India) CHAAP – Child Health Awareness Program A natural communicator and empathetic leader, Dr. Nirupama H S is also a motivational speaker and trained counsellor, actively engaging with youth, women, and communities to build awareness, resilience, and self-belief. Her career reflects a deep commitment to equitable healthcare, gender justice, and sustainable social change — combining heart, strategy, and service.