Our Inspiration

Three lives given to service

The Foundation exists because of them. Their standards — of patriotism, of hospitality, of devotion — are the ones we try to keep.

Colonel Anand Prakash Sawhney in Indian Army uniform

In Loving Memory

Colonel Anand Prakash Sawhney

1944 – 2016

A true patriot, a known horse rider, a commentator and a great lyricist, Colonel Anand took great pride in serving the nation as an ASC officer for over three decades, and commanded various battalions across different sectors of India.

He lived by the principles of patriotism, simplicity, the importance of education, family bonding and community living.

Service before Self. The motto he lived by
Nandini Sawhney

In Loving Memory

Nandini Sawhney

1946 – 2025

A lady of strong will, an NCC cadet and an athlete, with deep-rooted family ethos, unmatched cleanliness and hospitality, Nandini ji was addressed by many as ‘Ma Annapurna’.

She lived a life of discipline, compassion, endurance, integrity and service.

No one who came to her door left hungry, or unheard. Remembered by those she fed and kept
Madhu Kapur

In Loving Memory

Madhu Kapur

1948 – 2006

She lived an exemplary life of simplicity, compassion, selfless service and spirituality. Her home and her heart were open to all spiritual seekers, and she was addressed by many as ‘Jagat Didi’.

Sewa Param Dharma — service is the highest duty. The principle she held to
“Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.” Martin Luther King, Jr.

Carry It Forward

Their work is not finished

The most fitting tribute we can offer them is more of what they did. Join us, and help us keep it going.