Akhileswari Haridasu | Winner | Wall of Compassion – World Earth Day 2026

Namitha is a practicing endocrinologist in the United States, deeply passionate about animal welfare and creating a kinder, more compassionate world for all living beings. She believes that true healing extends beyond humans to include every being that shares this Earth with us. Namitha supports ActT4Animal’s mission to end animal exploitation across industries and promote a vegan cruelty-free lifestyle. Her dedication is fueled by a vision of a happier planet where all beings live with dignity, joy, free from harm and fear.

Savi is a dedicated volunteer with the Mohanji Foundation and Manager of the Mohanji Center of Benevolence, USA. Deeply rooted in the values of compassion, service, and conscious living, she is committed to supporting all beings on Earth and encouraging humankind to be kind humans. Through Act4Animals, she envisions a peaceful, cruelty-free world, fostering harmony between people, animals, and nature through selfless service.

Vasu is a pediatric cardiologist in the United States and an advocate for the voiceless at heart. While his career is deeply rooted in the science of healing humans, his passion extends to protecting animals. Witnessing the silent suffering within the meat and dairy industries has inspired Vasu to speak up for these vulnerable beings. He is dedicated to raising societal awareness and fostering a world where compassion transcends species.

Ashtamoorthy Kurur has volunteered with Mohanji Foundation USA since 2014 and serves as the CFO. He oversees the overall financial governance and management of Mohanji Foundation. He works as a CFO for a technology company, ASSYST in Northern Virginia.

Prior to moving to the US, Ashtamoorthy worked in India for a retail group out of the Middle East in the food processing industry. Having witnessed how the fearfulness and restlessness of these beings affect those working in the industry, he wishes to bring the awareness that individually Peace and Freedom are possible through being One with this universe and all its beings.