
Pune, June 13, 2025 – On the occasion of its 6th Foundation Day, Shantidoot Pariwar will confer its prestigious “Sevaratna Award” upon acclaimed speaker and anchor Prof. Dr. Sunil Rupchand Dhangar for his remarkable contributions to the fields of education and social awareness.
The award ceremony will be held on June 26, 2025, at LOC Hospital, Navi Peth, Pune. The Sevaratna Award is considered a mark of high honor and has previously been awarded to former Presidents, Governors, celebrated Marathi and Hindi film actors, and other distinguished individuals for their national and international achievements.

Prof. Dr. Sunil Dhangar currently serves as a professor at the prestigious Suryadatta Institute in Pune. Known for his powerful oratory skills and captivating stage presence, he is widely respected as one of Maharashtra’s leading motivational speakers and an eloquent master of ceremonies. Fondly called “Maharashtra’s Maha-Vakta” and “Shabd-Jadugar” (Word Magician), his speeches have touched countless lives across the state.
Despite facing considerable hardships in his early life, Dr. Dhangar carved a successful career through education and sheer talent in public speaking. His life story has been chronicled in the inspirational biography “Shabdjadugar Sunil” authored by Venkatesh Kalyankar.
He has been invited to speak on TED Talks, Josh Talks, and other prestigious platforms, and has received numerous awards recognizing his contributions to society, education, and youth empowerment.
The Foundation Day celebration will also witness a series of impactful social initiatives organized by Shantidoot Pariwar, including:
These programs reflect Shantidoot Pariwar’s commitment to holistic well-being and social upliftment.
The announcement was made by Dr. Vitthal Jadhav (IPS Retd.), former Special Inspector General of Police, Maharashtra, and Mrs. Vidya Jadhav, Founder and President of Shantidoot Pariwar. They emphasized the importance of recognizing individuals like Dr. Dhangar, who have used their voices for societal transformation.






