Niru Kumar | |
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| Nationality | India |
| Occupation | Indian social activist |
Niru Kumar is an Indian social activist. In 2021, she was awarded Padma Shri by the Indian Government for her contribution in social work. [1] [2]
Niru Kumar | |
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| Nationality | India |
| Occupation | Indian social activist |
Niru Kumar is an Indian social activist. In 2021, she was awarded Padma Shri by the Indian Government for her contribution in social work. [1] [2]
Kumar started her career in 2012 with the work of gender empowerment and diversity. She worked as a senior officer in Central Government Health Scheme for 25 years. In 2020, she was chosen as one of the national icons of the Election Commission of India. [3] [4]
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