Purnima Lallan Sharma Foundation · Est. 2021
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PLS FoundationPLS FOUNDATIONEducate. Empower. Care.

PEOPLE & LEADERSHIP

Our directors

Entrepreneurial experience, local connections and a shared commitment to the Foundation’s purpose.

Pranav Sharma, founder and Managing Director of PLS FoundationFounder & Managing Director

Pranav Sharma

Born

A founding member of PLS Foundation, Pranav has served as Managing Director since its incorporation in September 2021. His focus for the Foundation brings together student development, entrepreneurship and care for communities and animals.

Pranav’s central purpose is to help young people build their capabilities and contribute to India’s development. He wants the Foundation to connect learning with practical opportunity: stronger local enterprises, guidance from experienced people and the confidence to take an independent next step.

The founding story →
Director · Mumbai entrepreneur

Anand Sharma

Born

Anand Sharma is a Mumbai-based entrepreneur and the owner of Naveli Dresses. He brings the perspective of running a local business to the Foundation’s work and its interest in helping young people explore entrepreneurship.

He is a current director of Purnima Lallan Sharma Foundation.

Raj Mehta, director of PLS FoundationDirector · Electric-mobility entrepreneur

Raj Mehta

Born

Raj Mehta is the founder of Raj Electromotives and Greta Electric Scooters. His journey from an early electric-bicycle idea to entrepreneurship connects practical learning with sustainable mobility.

He is a current director of PLS Foundation.

Alongside his own ventures, Raj actively encourages people to support entrepreneurs. He is also involved in yoga and promoting its practice internationally.

Read Raj’s story and published interviews →

Explore the founding story

Pranav Sharma

Youth empowerment, education and his purpose of contributing to a more self-reliant India.

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Alaknanda Chaudhary

A co-founder, first director and local entrepreneur whose education spanned fashion, dietetics, e-commerce and retail. Remembered for initiative, honesty and care.

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In their own words

Published interviews and public profiles, with their sources and dates.

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