Shubhanshi Chakraborty, 18, is a visionary storyteller, author, and
environmental advocate whose work amplifies the voices of marginalised
communities. At just 15, she directed Natok, an award-winning film on Chhau
dancers that has received nine honours and screenings at 18 national and
international festivals. She is also the author of Past is Forward, an Amazon
bestseller in Social Welfare and Social Services, endorsed by luminaries such
as G.N. Devy, L. Subramaniam, Kavita Krishnamurthy, Bhaskar Chatterjee, G.D.
Bakshi, and Anvita Abbi. Currently pursuing Environmental Science and
Sustainability, she is committed to integrating traditional wisdom with
modern solutions to build a more sustainable future.