The eagerly awaited grand finale of the AU Small Finance Bank presents ‘Badlaav Humse Hai’ Season 2, in collaboration with Network18, is poised to honor India’s unsung heroes in a glittering ceremony in Mumbai today.

The event, dedicated to recognizing real-life changemakers for their exceptional contributions, boasts an illustrious lineup of dignitaries.

Deputy Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, will grace the occasion as the Chief Guest, accompanied by esteemed Guest of Honors, including Mumbai Police Commissioner Vivek Phansalkar, BMC Commissioner Iqbal Singh Chahal, Padma Shri Educator and founder of Super 30 Anand Kumar, and Initiative Ambassador Gul Panag, and Actor-entrepreneur Suniel Shetty.

Now in its second season, ‘Badlaav Humse Hai’ continues its mission to spotlight extraordinary humanitarian efforts of lesser-known changemakers across India. Launched in 2022, the initiative aims to showcase inspiring stories of individuals positively impacting communities through their social, economic, and cultural endeavors.

The campaign has identified and celebrated 25 unsung heroes, highlighting their inspirational journeys that have touched countless lives. These individuals, hailing from diverse backgrounds, have made significant strides in uplifting vulnerable and marginalized sections of society, ranging from creating green sanctuaries to empowering acid attack survivors and guiding disabled UPSC aspirants.

Sanjay Agarwal, Founder, MD & CEO, AU Small Finance Bank, expressed delight in partnering with Network18 to showcase these unsung heroes, stating, “The transformative power of individuals dedicated to uplifting communities across India is evident through the ‘Badlaav Humse Hai’ campaign. As a bank committed to fostering positive change, we are thrilled to continue supporting these unsung heroes, inspiring us all to strive for a better, more inclusive future.”

The success of the inaugural season, featuring the journeys of 20 changemakers, prompted an expansion of this year’s campaign to highlight even more individuals driving positive change at the grassroots level.

Agarwal affirmed AU Small Finance Bank’s enduring commitment, saying, “While the finale marks the end of this season, we remain committed to continue our support, fostering a culture of social impact and transformation across communities nationwide.”

Network18, a longstanding advocate for social progress, has collaborated with AU Small Finance Bank to amplify the voices of unsung heroes. Puneet Singhvi, CEO – Digital & President – Corporate Strategy, Network18, expressed dedication to showcasing these extraordinary journeys, stating, “At Network18, we are dedicated to amplifying their voices and showcasing their extraordinary journeys to the world.”

The grand finale event will be livestreamed, allowing audiences nationwide to join in celebrating these champions of change. Viewers can tune in on March 7 starting from 5:30 PM IST to witness the inspiring stories of resilience, compassion, and hope.

As the curtains draw on this season’s remarkable journey, the legacy of ‘Badlaav Humse Hai’ continues, inspiring us all to champion positive change and forge a more inclusive and compassionate society.