New Delhi, Haryana (India), September 13, 2024: A 19-year-old philanthropist, Hardik Kumar
Dewan, has been honoured by the India Book of Records for his significant
contributions to various social causes. Hardik, who began his philanthropic
journey at the tender age of 15, has made a notable impact in areas such as
youth empowerment, education, healthcare, technological advancement, women
empowerment, child development and climate change.
The India Book of Records recognised Hardik for his initiatives, including the ‘Greenify India’ campaign aimed at
promoting environmental sustainability, the ‘Foodonation Campaign’ to provide
food to underprivileged communities, and the development of the ‘Co-Terminator
Shield’ to assist frontline medical workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In response to the recognition, Hardik
expressed his gratitude and emphasised the importance of teamwork in achieving
such accomplishments. “Receiving the India Book of Records recognition for
philanthropy inspires me to work even harder for the people of India. Every
effort I make, every step I take, every initiative I lead, is dedicated to the
progress of our nation, and I remain committed to serving society and
contributing to its growth,” he stated.
He established the Hardik Dewan Foundation in
2021, a philanthropic organisation focused on women’s empowerment, child
development, education, healthcare, technological development, youth
empowerment, and climate change. He is a first year student pursuing BA LLB
(Hons) from Vivekananda School of Law and Legal Studies, New Delhi.
One of the foundation’s most notable
initiatives is the GREENIFY campaign, which promotes environmental
sustainability through tree planting and community engagement. The ‘Foodonation
Campaign’ has been instrumental in addressing food insecurity by providing
meals to underprivileged communities.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Hardik’s
innovative spirit led to the creation of the ‘CO-TERMINATOR SHIELD’, a
protective device designed to support frontline medical workers. “The pandemic
highlighted the true heroes in our society,” he shared. “I felt the need to
contribute in any way I could to support our healthcare workers.”
Apart from his philanthropic endeavours,
Hardik has also made significant strides in technology and entrepreneurship. He
developed ‘Beetle Messenger’, an Indian messaging application that garnered
over 20,000 downloads. His impressive portfolio of initiatives includes:
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Beetle: India’s indigenous messaging platform focused
on privacy and national issues, launched by Hardik.
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Co-Terminator Shield: A
protective shield developed for medical practitioners, featuring air cooling,
ionisation, SOS systems, and mobile application connectivity during the
COVID-19 pandemic.
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ItsCoolApp: Co-developed school management software under
the Digital India Initiative, benefiting over 2000+ students and streamlining
educational processes.
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Foodonation: A campaign under the Hardik Dewan Foundation
aimed at reducing food waste and providing food to underprivileged communities.
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Greenify India: An environmental initiative promoting
sustainability, focusing on tree planting, climate action, and community
engagement, aligned with UN SDGs.
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World Teen Parliament: Hardik was elected as a Member of Parliament
(representing India) in the world’s first and only global parliament for
teenagers, an initiative by UNESCO-MGIEP and Save The Children.
● Book, ‘Why India Needs Its AJNA?’: A book by Hardik focused on developing
India’s indigenous technological ecosystem, appreciated by the Hon’ble
President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu,
Hon’ble Vice President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar and more.
Hardik’s election to the World Teen Parliament
is an indication that his impact crosses national boundaries. His influence
extends to the digital realm as well. Recently, he organised Haryana’s first
and largest YouTubers and Influencers Meet in Gurugram, engaging over 70
digital influencers with a combined reach of 100 million+ on social media. This
event was attended by prominent figures, including Haryana Chief Minister Shri
Nayab Singh Saini, further highlighting Hardik’s ability to bring together
influential personalities from both the online and offline worlds.