About us

Shaping a Vision for

Empowered

Communities

Our Story

Saamarthya Devconnect was born from a simple idea that true social change comes by unlocking the potential “within”. Inspired by the Sanskrit word "Saamarthya," we envisioned a platform that bridges the gap between grassroots initiatives and discerning corporates. In current times there is an urgent need for facilitators that align the goals of both Social Organisations as well as Corporates/ Foundations, ensuring CSR initiatives deliver meaningful, sustainable impact. With a passionate team and deep expertise, Saamarthya Devconnect is dedicated to empowering partnerships that create transformative change.

Our Story

Saamarthya Devconnect was born from a simple idea that true social change comes by unlocking the potential “within”. Inspired by the Sanskrit word "Saamarthya," we envisioned a platform that bridges the gap between grassroots initiatives and discerning corporates. In current times there is an urgent need for facilitators that align the goals of both Social Organisations as well as Corporates/ Foundations, ensuring CSR initiatives deliver meaningful, sustainable impact. With a passionate team and deep expertise, Saamarthya Devconnect is dedicated to empowering partnerships that create transformative change.

Vision

Our vision is to be a catalyst for sustainable development, driving inclusive growth through innovative solutions that empower communities, foster equity, and create lasting social, economic, and environmental value for a just and sustainable future.

Mission

Our mission is to drive social and economic progress through strategic partnerships and sustainable solutions with focus on innovative strategies, impactful project implementation, and capacity building to create long-lasting change.

Core Values

Building Impact Through Our Foundational Pillars

Meet Our Team

Our dynamic team is the heart of our success. With a blend of seasoned experts, skilled project managers, and passionate innovators, we tackle complex challenges from diverse perspectives. Together, we deliver impactful solutions that resonate with the communities we serve, driving meaningful socio-economic development.

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Social Audit

Our Social Audit service provides an independent evaluation of an organization’s social performance. Through stakeholder consultations and data analysis, we assess transparency, inclusiveness, and alignment with social responsibility standards, helping clients improve accountability and long-term impact.

Gender Audit

Gender Audit assesses how well organizations incorporate gender perspectives in policies and programs. Through data analysis and stakeholder consultations, we identify gaps, enabling clients to design gender-responsive strategies that promote inclusivity and advance gender equality goals.

Baseline Studies

Baseline Studies gather crucial pre-project data to establish a clear understanding of initial conditions. This enables organizations to set realistic goals, design relevant interventions, and measure the impact of development initiatives effectively over time.

Midline Assessment

Midline Assessments evaluate project progress at its midpoint, comparing outcomes with baseline data. These assessments help identify challenges, guide course corrections, and ensure interventions stay on track, optimizing resources for maximum impact and success.

Endline Assessment

Endline Assessment evaluates project outcomes at completion, analyzing data to measure success, sustainability, and long-term impact. It provides critical insights and recommendations for optimizing future interventions and enhancing development efforts.

Sustainability Reporting

Sustainability Reporting evaluates a project’s environmental, social, and economic impact. It provides actionable insights for organizations to align strategies with global goals and enhance long-term outcomes while transparently communicating ESG progress.

Impact Assessment

We evaluate the long-term effects of programs on communities, economies and ecosystems. Using robust data and analysis, we measure sustainability and alignment with SDGs, helping clients enhance future strategies and ensure lasting impact.

Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)

Our Monitoring and Evaluation services track progress, measure impact, and ensure accountability at every stage of your development project. With tailored, evidence-driven frameworks, we empower clients to make informed decisions for improved outcomes.

Praful Khadelwal

Founder

Praful Khandelwal is a seasoned expert in supply chain management, logistics, and business development, with a proven track record of optimizing processes and driving growth in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. His strategic approach has enhanced operational efficiency and productivity for organizations by navigating complex regulatory environments and fostering key industry connections. Praful also serves as a respected coach in the life sciences sector, mentoring professionals to improve their operational efficiency. His expertise in strategy, supply chain, and business development makes him a valuable asset to any organization.

Navneet Mairal

Founder

An MBA in Finance and over 23 years of experience, Navneet is an expert in Renewable Energy, Banking, Finance, and Transaction Advisory. He has held senior leadership roles at Citigroup, ING, and ICICI, managing SMEs and large corporate clients across trade finance, foreign exchange, and structured lending. Navneet has also led Government Advisory and Public-Private Partnership (PPP) initiatives, offering strategic advisory services to central and state governments. Actively involved with the National Mission for Clean Ganga, he focuses on renewable energy, waste management, and the circular economy. His deep expertise and leadership in advancing sustainable development make him a key figure in the renewable energy sector.

Anupama Mairal

Founder

A visionary development professional with over 20 years of experience in forging strategic, transformative partnerships across sectors. Her expertise spans partnership development, resource mobilization, business development, program planning, stakeholder engagement, and impact assessment. Anupama has collaborated with corporations, foundations, think tanks, government bodies, and public sector enterprises, holding leadership roles at CRY, Akshaya Patra Foundation, and Women on Wings. As co-founder of Chrysalis Services, she spearheaded scalable systems, strategic partnerships, and product development to bridge socioeconomic divides. Known for driving sustainable growth, her work consistently delivers measurable, lasting social impact.