Sanjana Bhat – Woman of the Year Awardee
A resilient leader with a deep commitment to transformative service, Sanjana Bhat has been a powerful force for positive change during her time in Indonesia. Born in strife-ridden Kashmir, she has dedicated her life to education, leadership, and community service, leaving a lasting impact in every endeavor she undertakes.
Sanjana holds an MBA in Finance and Marketing from South Gujarat University and a Bachelor’s in Pharmacy and Science from Kashmir University. She began her career in the pharmaceutical industry before transitioning to academia as a lecturer in the Management Department at Gwalior University. Her passion for education and unwavering dedication to learning laid the foundation for her most remarkable achievement—founding SpInS International School in 2003.
What started as a small initiative with fewer than ten students in a makeshift facility has now flourished into a thriving institution with nearly 800 students from 14 nationalities. SpInS International School embodies her vision of accessible, world-class education, with a strong commitment to inclusivity, particularly for special needs students. Her dedication to expanding educational opportunities is further exemplified by her efforts in constructing three schools in earthquake-affected North Lombok, ensuring that children in disaster-stricken areas have access to quality learning.
Sanjana’s leadership extends beyond education. She is the Inter-Country Committee (ICC) National Coordinator of India and Indonesia, working to strengthen ties between the Rotary districts of both nations. With an extensive track record of service in Rotary International, she has served as Assistant Governor and District Interact Chair and has been nominated as the District Governor for Rotary District 3420 (2027-2028). Her exceptional contributions have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards, including:
- International Professional of the Year (2003)
- Paul Harris Award (Rotary International)
- Sekolah Unggul dalam Mutu dan Kualitas Terbaik
- Indonesia Education Leadership Award (2019)
For her outstanding contributions to education, leadership, and community service, Sanjana Bhat is a deserving recipient of the Woman of the Year Award at the Indoindians Extraordinary Women Awards 2025.
