About Us

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Aatapi Seva Foundation

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Aatapi Seva Foundation is dedicated to fostering holistic and sustainable development within communities through inclusive, need-based interventions. These initiatives are guided and shaped by the voices of the community, with a focus on promoting dignity, self-reliance, and long-term positive transformation. The Foundation’s name, “Aatapi,” is inspired by a Pali word from Buddhist teachings meaning “diligent hard work,” reflecting its commitment to perseverance and service.

Established in 2009 as a response to the specific needs of local communities, Aatapi emerged after a comprehensive baseline study across four villages—Gajera, Piludara, Kareli, and Vedach—in the Jambusar taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. The priorities and areas of work were identified through an engaging and participatory process between the founding corporate partner and local residents. Today, Aatapi’s impact extends across 111 villages in the Jambusar, Ankleshwar, Padra, and Silvassa (U.T.) blocks, spanning Bharuch, Vadodara, and Dadra and Nagar Haveli districts.

Who we are

Aatapi Seva Foundation is a Section 8 non-profit organization dedicated to empowering rural and marginalized communities through sustainable development and compassionate service.

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Mentors

Aatapi was founded in 2008 and mentored by TML Industries, a group Company among the Shroff Group of Companies.
The visionary leadership of Shroff Group of Companies emphasises People, Planet, and Profit as the credo for all enterprise – commercial or social. Aatapi was born from this deep conviction that social responsibility is the foundation of any endeavour.

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Our Vision

We envision an inclusive, empowered and just society, enabling equitable opportunities and life of dignity for the most marginalized.

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Our Mission

To facilitate and empower local communities, especially the most marginalized to realize their latent potential, and to be active participants and owners of their inclusive and sustainable development.

Inspiration

2009

Aatapi Seva Foundation, established in 2009, was conceived under the mentorship of TML Industries, a Shroff Group company, guided by visionary leader Mr. Tushar Dayal (Ex-MD, TML Industries). The Foundation draws its spirit from the philosophy of People, Planet and Profit, believing that social responsibility is not an adjunct but the very foundation of sustainable progress. Aatapi emerged from a core conviction that enterprises—whether social or commercial—must be deeply rooted in community well-being, environmental consciousness, and inclusive growth.

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Our Origin

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Our Origin

Our journey began with a baseline study by Kutch Navnirman Abhiyan in four villages of Jambusar taluka, Bharuch. The study identified key needs of single women, marginalized farmers, and persons with disabilities, along with strengthening community institutions. With active community participation, these insights shaped Aatapi’s initiatives in livelihoods, capacity building, social inclusion, and sustainable rural development. Today, Aatapi continues to empower communities and foster resilient, dignified lives.