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Management Team

Co-Founders

Shweta Rawat Chairperson, Co-founder, THF Hospitals

Shweta Rawat

Chairperson, Co-founder

Mrs Sweta Rawat's family along with Manoj Bhargava, founded The Hans Foundation in 2009. She has played a key role in defining the goals and direction of the organization. Since its inception, The Hans Foundation, has funded social initiatives and projects in areas of healthcare, women empowerment, livelihood, disability, and education across India. 

Describing ‘The Hans Foundation's’ vision, Ms. Rawat explains, "The foundation's aim is to provide equal access to quality facilities for healthcare and education, and to provide a dignified livelihood to all people, regardless of age, gender, caste, and religion. From mobile health clinics and hospitals, to drinking water purification at a village level, the foundation has taken a comprehensive approach to healthcare." 

 

Sweta Rawat has a B.A. in International Relations from American University in Washington DC and In addition, Ms. Rawat has emphasized the importance of enhancing agriculture in impoverished communities, as it is a key element in both health as well as income generation. The foundation has also supported numerous large projects for education, from mid-day meals to computer training courses to full adoption of schools. Ms. Rawat stresses disability projects as a key part of The Hans Foundation's efforts. Having taken on a highly-diversified portfolio of projects, Ms. Rawat has ensured that The Hans Foundation reaches out to all marginalized communities in need of support. Mrsa M.A. in Human Rights and Politics from City University, UK.

 

Manoj Bhargava Principal Donor, Co-founder, THF Hospitals

Manoj Bhargava

Principal Donor, Co-founder

Manoj Bhargava is a philanthropist and entrepreneur, better known as the founder and CEO of 5-hour Energy, a 2-ounce energy shot. He signed the “Giving Pledge” in 2012, and has committed over 90% of his wealth to charitable causes. He frequently visits India to provide his input to building The Hans Foundation's activities.

Apart from his charity work, he has set aside funds to address the world's most pressing issues. His projects include highly efficient water desalination and several health products to revolutionize healthcare worldwide.

 

Early in his life, Bhargava worked at a variety of jobs including construction, cleaning contractor, accounting clerk, taxi driver, printing press operator and business manager. He started a plastics raw material company in 1990, Prime PVC Inc., which he grew to $20 million in sales and then sold to a private equity firm. After that, he started a consumer products company, Living Essentials. In 2004, the company developed the product "5-Hour Energy", which has become a well-known brand in the United States of America. Mr. Bhargava being a member of ‘The Giving Pledge’, Bhargava intends to donate 90% of his wealth to charity.labourer

 

He attended high school at the Hill School in Pottstown, PA, graduating in 1972 before attending Princeton University and then dropped out after completing one year. Post that he dedicated many years of his life to spiritual education in India and the United States.

 

Team Members

Nisha Tripathi

Unit Head – The Hans Foundation General Hospital

With over 12 years of experience in healthcare administration, hospital operations, and strategic leadership, Nisha has expertise in managing healthcare services, strengthening systems, and leading teams to deliver quality, patient-centric care.  Nisha holds an MBA in Hospital Management and has professional training in NABH Standards and Six Sigma White Belt. As Unit Head at The Hans Foundation General Hospital, she focuses on operational excellence, team development, and delivering accessible, quality healthcare with compassion and accountability.  Her work extends beyond hospital operations to community welfare, healthcare awareness, and initiatives that create meaningful social impact. She is committed to building effective systems, empowering teams, and continuously improving healthcare delivery.

Nidhi Chand

Unit Head – The Hans Foundation Eye Care

Nidhi is a healthcare administration and operations professional with over 20 years of experience in hospital operations, patient services, and facility management.  As Unit Head at The Hans Foundation Eye Care, she is focused on operational excellence, team development, patient satisfaction, with a solution-oriented approach.  She has led multidisciplinary teams, strengthened operational systems, improved patient experience, and contributed to the establishment and development of healthcare facilities. Her approach focuses on efficient processes, strong leadership, and quality patient care.

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