Ahmedabad lit up with glamour and inspiration as the second edition of the Femina Achievers Awards 2025 Gujarat celebrated outstanding individuals who are breaking barriers and redefining success.
The event, held at Hyatt Regency, was graced by guests of honour Nikita Porwal, Femina Miss India World 2024, and Ketan Patel, Founder of Tadko – The Essential.
Inspiring Conversations
The evening began with a welcome address by Primrose Monteiro-D’souza, Managing Editor of Femina. A panel discussion followed, featuring:
- Dr Monika Tibrewal, Director, SkinEra Skin & Cosmetic Clinic
- Vinita Rohera, Vice President, Gandhinagar University
- Dr Kalpana Kothari, Chief of Gynaec Surgical Oncology, HCG Aastha Cancer Centre
- Dr Rutvi Vyas, Director, Vedant Group of Schools, Gujarat & SLIS Group of Schools, Mumbai
The spirited exchange saw these leaders share insights on resilience, leadership, and women empowerment.
Celebrating Excellence
The much-anticipated felicitation ceremony honoured achievers across diverse fields. Among the awardees were:
- IAS Officers: Smt. Sunaina Tomar, Ms. Mona K. Khandhar, Mrs. Shalini Agarwal, and Gargi Jain
- Administration: Deputy Collector Maitridevi Sisodia
- Sports: Para-athlete Bhavina Patel and swimmer Maana Patel
- Defence: Lt Col (Dr) Kamalpreet Saggi
- Entrepreneurs: Khushboo Solanki Sharma, CA Dr Mala Dani, and Nikita Shah
Healthcare & Education: Dr Anuja Desai, Dr Geetika Madan Patel, Dr Sheetal Jadeja, among others
A highlight of the evening was the group photo of all awardees on stage, symbolising collective strength and achievement.
A Night of Inspiration
Beyond the glitz, the event was a reminder that with grit, passion, and courage, women continue to shape a better tomorrow. The Femina Achievers Awards once again proved to be a platform that not only celebrates success but also inspires future change-makers.