The India Pride Excellence Summit 2025, held on December 6th, 2025, in Visakhapatnam, successfully emerged as a national platform celebrating excellence, leadership, creativity, innovation, and social impact. The summit culminated in the prestigious India Pride Excellence Awards 2025, honouring individuals who have made meaningful contributions across diverse fields.
The summit was organised by Lookuptrendz, a leading Advertising & Marketing Agency, under the leadership of Kanthi Rekha, Director of Lookuptrendz and Chairperson of the India Pride Excellence Summit 2025. The event was co-chaired by Capt. R. Kali Prasad, General Manager – Greenfuels Group of Companies, Former Merchant Navy Captain with 22 years of sailing experience, and President of the Merchant Navy Officers Association.
The summit was graced by Dr. Kiran Bedi, India’s First Female IPS Officer (Retd.) and Former Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry, as the Chief Guest. Her presence, address, and interaction with awardees inspired participants and added national significance to the occasion.
Guests of Honour & VIP Guests
The summit was further elevated by the presence of distinguished Guests of Honour and VIP Guests, whose leadership enriched the platform.
Guests of Honour included Dr. Swamy K, Founder, Aayushman Hospital (Diamond Sponsor); Krishna Susarla, COO, Svorasti India; K. V. T. Ramesh, Executive Director, BNI Visakhapatnam; Deepak Kumar Goyal, Founder, Imperial College, Bargarh; Mr. Satyanand, Director & Acting Coach; Mrs. R. Sasi Sri, First Lady – NS&M (Naval Systems & Materials), DRDO and Poet; and Mrs. Ilin Dinah Abraham, First Lady – Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (NSTL), President – DRDO Mahila Kalyan Manch, and Educator.
VIP Guests included T. Krishna Goud, Founder, Eaglespeed Overseas Logistics; P. N. Raju and P. Vanaja, Founders, Sri Kakitheya IAS Academy; and Dr. T. Ramana Kumar and Dr. K. Sruthi, Founders, Dr. Raman Dental – Implant & Invisalign Centre
Award Categories & Recognition
The India Pride Excellence Awards 2025 honoured 37 awardees across five major categories: Young Pride Awards, Artist Pride Awards, ShePride Awards, HePride Awards, and Business Pride Awards, recognising excellence at every stage of leadership and achievement.
Young Pride Awards 2025
Young achievers were recognised for exceptional talent and determination. Awardees included Sunke Bilvajna Prasheel, Athlete and UIPM Biathle World Event Representative; P. Chihnika, Model, Actor, Karate Practitioner, Dancer, and Spell Bee Winner; G. Devi Sloka, Rifle Shooter and Multi-Talent Performer; Aditi Kashyap, Author, Poet, Singer, Composer, and Multi-Instrumentalist; and Ravada Surya Nypunya, Student pursuing B.Ed., honoured for her inspiring academic journey.
Artist Pride Awards 2025
Artists who preserved culture and inspired creativity were honoured, including Mrs. Ranjani Jayaraman & Mrs. Bairavi Jayaraman, Voice Veena Twins; Lanka Raghavendra Raj (Viva Raghav), Artist; J. D. Meena, IT Professional and Classical Dancer; Dr. Gattem Venkatesh, Micro Artist, Architect, and Designer; Chandra Manasa Polisetty, Visual Artist & Architect; and Mallavaram Ramana, Producer, Ramana Telefilms, recognised for socially meaningful television content.
ShePride Awards 2025
Women leaders across healthcare, education, wellness, fashion, and entrepreneurship were honoured. Awardees included Sneha Prakash Mundkur, Mental Wellness Coach and Author; Avanti Parulekar, CEO, Magic of Change; Adhi Andhra Ramadevi, Mrs India Telangana 2024; Ranjini Sanjay, Founder & CEO, Ranjini Sanjay Business School; Dr. Chandrakala Karrothu, Founder & CEO, Kashvi Hospitals; Samaira Wallani, Founder, Stylicious by Sam; Dr. Prieti Yamdagni, Leadership Coach; M. Pranitha Reddy, Founder, Apple Boutique; Dr. K. Prem Daisy Rani, General Physician and Aesthetic Physician; Dr. N. Radhika Gautam, Dental Specialist with 25 years of experience; P. Pushpa Latha, Director, PVK Educational Consultants Pvt Ltd; and Harshita Adapa, Founder, Hiba Aesthetics & Hiba Academy.
HePride Awards 2025
Male achievers were recognised for professional and social impact, including Sudheer Sandra, Psychologist and Parenting Mentor; Gulimi Charan Kumar, Social Activist; Perumal Sankar, Homoeo Physician and Author; Kolluri Samson Azaraiah, Wellness Coach and Trainer; and Dr. Kadali Kameswara Krishna, Emergency and Critical Care Specialist.
Business Pride Awards 2025
Entrepreneurs and business leaders were honoured, including Vaspula Raj Kumar, Founder, Fotino Tech Solutions; Kadiyala Bhargavi, Founder, VB Beauty Cosmetics; Sri Lakshmi Prasanna, Founder, Sri Events Décor & Entertainments; Navya Jyothi Voruganti, Founder, Horizon Collections; Maya Sharadha, Nutritionist and Wellness Coach; Kaja Divya Tejaswi, Founder, Lalitha Dolls; Gogineni Vasanthi, Founder, Vasanthi Creations; Solomon Swarun Kumar Jannu, Founder, Rabah Papyrus; and Aleti Amulya Reddy, Fashion Designer and Founder, Amul Designer Boutique.
Online Pride Excellence Awards 2025
The summit also recognised achievers through Online Awards, honouring national and global impact. Awardees included Raul John Aju, AI Innovator and TEDx Speaker; Ravi Siva Teja, Digital Entertainment Artist; Dr. B. S. Kundani Kumari, Physiotherapy Specialist; Dr. Sumathi Chandrasekaran, Psychologist and Mental Wellness Leader; Adarsh K Warman, PRACE Ambassador; and Mrs. Shaik Reena Kousar, Founder, V Scholar Publications.
Conclusion
The India Pride Excellence Summit 2025 successfully celebrated excellence across generations, professions, and regions. With inspiring leadership, respected dignitaries, and impactful awardees, the summit reinforced its mission of recognising individuals who uplift society through dedication and purpose. Organised by Lookuptrendz, the summit concluded as a landmark event, setting a strong foundation for future editions of the India Pride Excellence platform.
