Innovator of Adjustable Electricity Extention Board and Banana Leaf Preservation Technology.This pre-final year Computer Science student has bagged several awards for his humanitarian work. He was named as the Forbes India Teenpreneur’ (20 under 20 entrepreneurs in India 2020). He was also honoured with the title of Ashoka Young Changemaker. The Hult Prize 2020, Malaysia, was also presented to him as a recognition of his passion for social entrepreneurship. He was the recipient of the BITS Alumni Association’s Social Leadership Award - the youngest ever. For his philanthropic work, he received a letter of appreciation from the Karnataka State Cabinet Minister in charge of COVID-19 Information. Above all, Akarsh became the proud recipient of The Diana Award on 28th June 2021 in recognition of his work for children and raising more than ₹40 lakh for helping the poor during the COVID-19 pandemic in Karnataka. Talking about how he felt receiving the award, Akarsh said that he didn't expect that his small initiative would grow on a huge scale. “Princess Diana is remembered for her selfless commitment to social upliftment. As a Diana Award 2021 recipient, I feel empowered. I feel that I have the power to inspire more youngsters to take social action,’’. He said his parents were elated when they heard the news. “They gave me a hug and said they are very proud of me,’’

Looking forward to a bright future, this social entrepreneur who loves to address social and environmental issues with technology, says that he is looking for internship opportunities in Social Consulting, CSR Advisory, Policy Consulting or Government Advisory. "As an enthusiastic twenty-year-old, I believe I can create a 'Bigger, Better and Brighter future' for the underprivileged", he mentions.
What more can we speak of this vibrant young man apart from giving him best wishes! We wish his philanthropic activities continue to benefit children across the nation.