Ebha Patel
Dr. Ebha Patel is a prominent professional known for her work in rural development in Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat, government scheme implementation, and women's empowerment in India. She is recognized as a "Government Schemes Implementation Gal" and a dedicated advocate for grassroots leadership, frequently engaging with women sarpanches (village heads) across various Indian states. She is also known as voice of Sarpanches. She is well known for her famous book 'Iron Lady Anandiben Patel' written on Governor of Uttar Pradesh Smt.Anandiben Patel. She is awarded by Information and Broadcasting ministry for her community level eradaction program on AIDS when Sushma Swaraj was minister.
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| Dr. Ebha Patel in 2026 | |
| Born | Khadepur, Uttar Pradesh, India |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | Master of Computer Education |
| Occupation | Entrepreneur, AI Researcher |
| Years active | |
| Known for | Founder of Ghar Ayee Nanhi Pari |
| Notable works | Women empowerment initiatives at Panchayat level |
| Awards | Multiple national and state awards |
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| Religion | Hinduism |
Early Life & Education
Dr. Ebha Patel was born in Khadepur village, Uttar Pradesh, India. She grew up in a rural environment where she faced social challenges because of gender bias which existed at that time. The second girl child to be born into her family, she experienced societal pressure but dedicated herself to achieving progress for women and girls.
Dr. Patel obtained her Master of Computer Education degree from IMS Ghaziabad after achieving state rank 296. He advanced his studies to pursue a PhD program in Artificial Intelligence, which he specifically designed to help with rural development.
Career
Dr. Ebha Patel started out her career as a software developer who worked with multiple organizations including The Times of India and Zee News and ICMR and NIHFW and different government organizations. She helped develop important government digital systems which included Mother Child Tracking System and Arogya Setu and DigiLocker and UMANG and eDistrict platforms.
She participates in Sarpanch Samvaad activities which the Quality Council of India oversees and she has served as a global ambassador for WomenTech Network. Her known work includes carrying out government programs at the Panchayat level.
Key Aspects of Work & Impact
- Rural Empowerment & Campaigns: Dr. Patel initiated the "Ghar Ayee Nanhi Pari" campaign, a pan-Indian movement focused on celebrating the birth of baby girls in villages, which has celebrated the birth of over 9,000 girls ensuring vaccination and mother's ANC and PNC checkups with more than 1000 Sarpanches .
- Advisory & Governance Roles: She serves as a Director and the youngest Senior Advisor on the Advisory Committee for the Quality Council of India (QCI).
- Recognition from Leadership: She has worked closely with high-ranking officials, including receiving Anganwadi kits for women pradhans from former Governor Anandiben Patel.
- Digital & Panchayat Transformation: Dr. Patel facilitates the implementation of technology and government schemes at the Panchayat level, often focusing on AI adoption for women-led startups
- Authorship: She is the author of the biography "Iron Lady Anandiben Patel".
Notable Works
Dr. Patel established Ghar Ayee Nanhi Pari in 2021 to establish a celebration system which recognizes the birth of girl children while providing better maternal and child healthcare education to rural communities. The program works to provide vaccinations and maternal health assessments while creating awareness about JSY and PMMVY programs.
Her work has developed gender equality and improved local governance systems through her partnerships with Anganwadi workers and ASHA workers and Panchayat officials.
Achievements and Recognition
Dr. Ebha Patel has received numerous awards and recognitions for her contributions which include national recognition of her AIDS awareness work during her school years. She has received honors as an exceptional speaker and writer and young professional while also winning awards for her work in women empowerment and technology and social impact fields.
Senior government officials have recognized her leadership skills which she used to empower Sarpanches while executing development projects.
Awards
| S.No | Award / Recognition | Details |
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| 1 | National Award (AIDS Awareness) | Awarded by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting during Class 11 for contribution to AIDS eradication program under the leadership of Sushma Swaraj |
| 2 | Best Writer, Poet and Orator | Recognized at university level; anchored major events in the presence of Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Governor, and Health Minister |
| 3 | State Award (Best Orator) | Honoured as a state-level awardee for excellence in public speaking |
| 4 | Anganwadi Kit Support | Received Anganwadi kits worth ₹6.5 lakh for her Panchayat from the Governor of Uttar Pradesh |
| 5 | Book Recognition | Book Iron Lady: Anandiben Patel (First Woman Chief Minister of Gujarat) showcased in the presence of the Vice President of India |
| 6 | Best Software Developer Award | Awarded by TechWomen |
| 7 | Government Appreciation | Appreciated by the President of India and Chief Minister of Gujarat for leadership and work with Sarpanches |
| 8 | Best Speaker Award | Awarded by Sardar Patel Bhaudik Manch |
| 9 | Global Change Maker Award (2022) | Recognized for excellence in women empowerment |
| 10 | Young Women Professional Award | Awarded by NFED |
| 11 | Young Scientist Award | Awarded by Government of Gujarat for work in mushroom farming |
| 12 | Inspirational Women Award (2021) | Awarded by I CAN Foundation |
| 13 | Advisory Committee Recognition | Recognized as one of the youngest Advisory Committee members in QCI for onboarding over 1.3 lakh Sarpanches on the Sarpanch Samvaad App |