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Mrs. SHASHI TRIPATHI

PRESIDENT NWWA

Education:

• BSC FROM DEVI AHILYA UNIVERSITY, INDORE,

• MA (HISTORY) FROM DEVI AHILYA UNIVERSITY, INDORE

• PG DIPLOMA IN FASHION DESIGNING

• DIPLOMA IN TEXTILE DESIGNING

• FELLOWSHIP, ARTIST (PAINTING) AT TRIVENI KALA SANGAM, NEW DELHI

Work Experience: 1996-2012

Senior Faculty & HOD in IITC, BD Somani (Mumbai), NIFD(Vizag), WLC(New Delhi) Worked as Fashion Show Coordinator, Illustrator Designer, Visual Merchandiser & Stylist.

2012 Onwards.

Working artist (painting) at the Triveni Kala Sangam, New Delhi under the guidance of Mr. Rameshwar Broota & Mr. Sanjay Roy.

Mrs. Shashi Tripathi took over as President of Navy Welfare and Wellness Association (NWWA) on 29 April 2024. An accomplished artist and fashion designer with a science background, she embraced her passion for art after marriage, starting her journey with a diploma in fashion design from Triveni Kala Sangam, Delhi. Her artwork reflects contemporary themes blended with traditional influences and life experiences, using diverse mediums and techniques to explore nature, travel, and human emotions.

Mrs. Tripathi's career also includes significant social work, particularly her engagement with rural artisans in Andhra Pradesh, which deepened her connection to fashion and led to organizing fashion shows. Her work has been featured in over 25 exhibitions, including prestigious venues such as The Nehru Centre in London, Jehangir Art Gallery, and the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival. Shashi's home is a testament to her flair for design and eye for beauty, reflecting her creative spirit.

Shashi is married to Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, and they have a son, Divyam, a lawyer, who is married to Tanya, also a practicing lawyer.

Contributions to Naval Welfare & Wellness:

Since joining the naval community, Mrs. Tripathi has been an active and empathetic member of NWWA, demonstrating a genuine commitment to improving the quality of life for naval families. Her compassion drives her deep involvement in social welfare issues, where she personally engages to alleviate challenges faced by the community.

At the helm of several impactful projects, she has been a guiding force behind:

• Sankalp: Mrs. Tripathi's dedicated involvement in Sankalp, the school for differently-abled children in Delhi, has been a source of inspiration.

• Art Studio Initiative: During her time in Visakhapatnam, she spearheaded the establishment of an art studio, which fostered artistic and literary expression within the naval community. As President NWWA (Ezhimala), she also curated an art appreciation workshop for the Naval cadets at the Indian Naval Academy.

• Tarsh: Her artistic vision contributed to the success of Tarsh, NWWA's block printing unit, both in Delhi and Visakhapatnam. Under her leadership, Tarsh expanded and generated increased profits. She envisions it evolving into a professional brand.

• Balwadi and Pet Clinical: In Mumbai, Mrs. Tripathi revived Balwadi, a school for the children of domestic workers in naval residential complexes, and was key in setting up a pet clinic.

• NAVI: As President NWWA, Mrs. Tripathi introduced NAVI, a line of products crafted from recycled materials by women of the naval community. This initiative supports women's empowerment, skill development, environmental awareness, and mental well-being.

• NWWA Talent Club: She established the NWWA Talent Club, a platform designed for the spouses of naval personnel, giving them the opportunity to nurture and showcase their talents in a supportive environment