Contribute to an environment that revives the ecology of Gurgaon
Our Story
iamgurgaon is an initiative led by the citizens of Gurgaon who are dedicated to restoring the city’s environment that has been marred by unbridled urbanisation. Our green army of concerned residents aspires to have an impact by fostering an ecosystem that restores our city’s biodiversity. It is an attempt to boost accountability, consciousness and vigilance amongst people to make our home, Gurgaon, a better and greener place.
Over the years, we have worked with partners, volunteers and the government on eco-restoration projects. The restoration has been of forests, waterbodies, and drains that were misused as dumping sites and for encroachments. The Aravali Biodiversity Park, Chakkarpur Wazirabad Bundh, Badshahpur Forest Corridor, Sikanderpur Pahadi, and Samadhaan Hub are some endeavours of our green journey.
Our urban planning efforts not only add to the beauty of the environment but also encourage unique ways of mobility so that the community can use these spaces for walking, cycling and other ways of leisure. Through our various initiatives, a crucial one being ‘Million Trees Gurgaon’, we have successfully created a sanctuary across Gurgaon by planting over 297,000 saplings. This ecosystem has become a favoured habitat for endangered animal and bird species.
In these 15 years, iamgurgaon has been lauded for the work and effort of our team and partners on initiatives that span numerous acres and encompass the city of Gurgaon.
Our Ethos
Work Together.
Make a Difference.
We believe that great change is possible when we come together as one. While this has been our inspiration, it has also attributed to our success. All of us together make Gurgaon what it is. We are the present and we create the future.
Our Team
Swanzal Kak Kapoor
swanzal@saka.co.in
Swanzal Kak Kapoor
swanzal@saka.co.inSwanzal is an architect by training, an artist at heart and an eco-warrior by calling. Her strong belief in the architecture of resonance and culture of social responsibility led her to co-create the award-winning Saka Studio in Gurgaon. Cognisant of the fact that the quality of life in Gurgaon had declined, she felt that everyone must “be the change”. Swanzal thus co-founded iamgurgaon, emphasising on a collaborative approach to city planning, expansion and administration for successfully reviving our habitat.
Priti Sanwalka
pritisanwalka@gmail.comPriti Sanwalka
pritisanwalka@gmail.comA Chartered Accountant, Priti avidly collaborates with NGOs in areas of environmental conservation and the upliftment of marginalised children. She is a member of the Board of Directors, the treasurer and Chair of Finance of Mobile Creches, an NGO focusing on the right to early child development for marginalised young children. Priti has been working with iamgurgaon as a core team member since 2011.
Nidhi Kankan
nidhikankan@gmail.comNidhi Kankan
nidhikankan@gmail.comAn Economics graduate, Nidhi completed her master’s degree in counselling psychology 15 years later. As a mother of three adult daughters, she considers being a homemaker her primary occupation. Nidhi also works in the field of mental health, mostly for the less fortunate individuals in society. She has an inclination towards the environment and as a core team member of iamgurgaon, she feels proud to work for the rehabilitation of the environment in the city we call home.
Anjali Khatri
anjalikhatri@hotmail.comAnjali Khatri
anjalikhatri@hotmail.comOriginally from Chandigarh, Anjali completed her bachelor’s degree in fine arts and master’s degree in PR and advertising. She formerly served as a Research Associate with Petroleum India International in Mumbai. Today, she is a talented artist and a homemaker residing in Gurgaon who has a passion for yoga, nature walks and music. Anjali has been with iamgurgaon since the very beginning. She continues to work extensively with both NGOs and private schools in Gurgaon to educate children about various environmental developments and help them become more ecologically conscious individuals.
Gayatri Singh
gayatri@artpilgrimlive.comGayatri Singh
gayatri@artpilgrimlive.comAfter completing her graduation in Economics from St. Stephens College (University of Delhi), Gayatri worked in the art and education sectors for over 20 years. She began her entrepreneurial adventures soon after she worked with Arthur Andersen and The Economist Intelligence Unit. Gayatri is the founder of ThinkStations and co-founder of QBS Learning, both of which are leading education content companies. Following her success, she was presented with the Tata Stree Shakti Award for Female Entrepreneurship. Today, she is the core team member and treasurer of iamgurgaon.
Vasundhara Agarwal
vasundhara6@hotmail.comVasundhara Agarwal
vasundhara6@hotmail.comDeeply passionate about nature and gardening, Vasundhara also enjoys travelling and wildlife photography. She has dabbled in numerous business endeavours ranging from computer education for children to manufacturing environment-friendly electrical fittings. Striving to make our society a better place, she has worked with various NGOs like the Delhi Foundation of Deaf Women and schools for underprivileged children like Pragati and SShrishti. Her areas of expertise are fundraising, administration, teaching, and event planning. Ever since she joined iamgurgaon in 2013, she has not looked back.
Namrita Chaudhri
namritachaudhri@gmail.comNamrita Chaudhri
namritachaudhri@gmail.comNamrita developed a profound admiration for coexisting with nature and a yearning for uncluttered surroundings as a result of growing up in green cantonment surroundings. She has lived in Gurgaon since 2004 when she relocated her family to what was once a tranquil suburb surrounded by lush expansive fields. In addition to doing packaging for special occasions, Namrita is a music, art and travel enthusiast. Her journey with iamgurgaon started with a focus on volunteer initiatives that bring our community together for the enhancement of our environment.
Latika Thukral
latikathukral@gmail.comLatika Thukral
latikathukral@gmail.comAfter relocating to Gurgaon in 1996, Latika experienced how the remote town transformed drastically due to chaotic urban expansion. She resigned from her position as Senior Vice President of Citibank in 2008 and co-founded iamgurgaon soon after. Latika was awarded the Nari Shakti award by the President of India in 2015 for her efforts in changing the environment of Gurgaon for the better through this initiative. She also received an appreciation award from the Haryana government in 2010, the L’Oréal Femina Women of Substance in 2014, and Most Powerful Women in the Social Sector by Business Today in 2018.
Deep Kalra
dk@makemytrip.comDeep Kalra
dk@makemytrip.comAn IIM Ahmedabad alumnus, Deep is the Founder, Group Chairman and Group CEO of India’s most successful online travel company - MakeMyTrip Ltd. He was nominated by Ernst & Young as Entrepreneur of the Year - Business Transformation in 2011 and the Most Powerful Digital Influencer in India in 2012 by KPMG. Deep is not only a swimming and yoga enthusiast but he is also keen on adventure sports quizzing and travelling. His strong belief in community initiative led him to become one of the core members of iamgurgaon.
Swanzal is an architect by training, an artist at heart and an eco-warrior by calling. Her strong belief in the architecture of resonance and culture of social responsibility led her to co-create the award-winning Saka Studio in Gurgaon. Cognisant of the fact that the quality of life in Gurgaon had declined, she felt that everyone must “be the change”. Swanzal thus co-founded iamgurgaon, emphasising on a collaborative approach to city planning, expansion and administration for successfully reviving our habitat.
A Chartered Accountant, Priti avidly collaborates with NGOs in areas of environmental conservation and the upliftment of marginalised children. She is a member of the Board of Directors, the treasurer and Chair of Finance of Mobile Creches, an NGO focusing on the right to early child development for marginalised young children. Priti has been working with iamgurgaon as a core team member since 2011.
An Economics graduate, Nidhi completed her master’s degree in counselling psychology 15 years later. As a mother of three adult daughters, she considers being a homemaker her primary occupation. Nidhi also works in the field of mental health, mostly for the less fortunate individuals in society. She has an inclination towards the environment and as a core team member of iamgurgaon, she feels proud to work for the rehabilitation of the environment in the city we call home.
Originally from Chandigarh, Anjali completed her bachelor’s degree in fine arts and master’s degree in PR and advertising. She formerly served as a Research Associate with Petroleum India International in Mumbai. Today, she is a talented artist and a homemaker residing in Gurgaon who has a passion for yoga, nature walks and music. Anjali has been with iamgurgaon since the very beginning. She continues to work extensively with both NGOs and private schools in Gurgaon to educate children about various environmental developments and help them become more ecologically conscious individuals.
After completing her graduation in Economics from St. Stephens College (University of Delhi), Gayatri worked in the art and education sectors for over 20 years. She began her entrepreneurial adventures soon after she worked with Arthur Andersen and The Economist Intelligence Unit. Gayatri is the founder of ThinkStations and co-founder of QBS Learning, both of which are leading education content companies. Following her success, she was presented with the Tata Stree Shakti Award for Female Entrepreneurship. Today, she is the core team member and treasurer of iamgurgaon.
Deeply passionate about nature and gardening, Vasundhara also enjoys travelling and wildlife photography. She has dabbled in numerous business endeavours ranging from computer education for children to manufacturing environment-friendly electrical fittings. Striving to make our society a better place, she has worked with various NGOs like the Delhi Foundation of Deaf Women and schools for underprivileged children like Pragati and SShrishti. Her areas of expertise are fundraising, administration, teaching, and event planning. Ever since she joined iamgurgaon in 2013, she has not looked back.
Namrita developed a profound admiration for coexisting with nature and a yearning for uncluttered surroundings as a result of growing up in green cantonment surroundings. She has lived in Gurgaon since 2004 when she relocated her family to what was once a tranquil suburb surrounded by lush expansive fields. In addition to doing packaging for special occasions, Namrita is a music, art and travel enthusiast. Her journey with iamgurgaon started with a focus on volunteer initiatives that bring our community together for the enhancement of our environment.
After relocating to Gurgaon in 1996, Latika experienced how the remote town transformed drastically due to chaotic urban expansion. She resigned from her position as Senior Vice President of Citibank in 2008 and co-founded iamgurgaon soon after. Latika was awarded the Nari Shakti award by the President of India in 2015 for her efforts in changing the environment of Gurgaon for the better through this initiative. She also received an appreciation award from the Haryana government in 2010, the L’Oréal Femina Women of Substance in 2014, and Most Powerful Women in the Social Sector by Business Today in 2018.
An IIM Ahmedabad alumnus, Deep is the Founder, Group Chairman and Group CEO of India’s most successful online travel company - MakeMyTrip Ltd. He was nominated by Ernst & Young as Entrepreneur of the Year - Business Transformation in 2011 and the Most Powerful Digital Influencer in India in 2012 by KPMG. Deep is not only a swimming and yoga enthusiast but he is also keen on adventure sports quizzing and travelling. His strong belief in community initiative led him to become one of the core members of iamgurgaon.
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