Celebrating Excellence: Ms. Snigdha Verma Honoured at NBT Utsav 2026
In a landmark celebration of leadership, impact, and national contribution, Ms. Snigdha Verma, CEO of Peepal and Co-Chair of WHIS India, was recently conferred the prestigious Prerna Deep Samman at the NBT Utsav 2026.
Organized by the Times of India Group—India’s number one media house—to commemorate the 80th landmark year of Navbharat Times, the grand event brought together the nation’s foremost leaders from government, business, media, and civil society to honour individuals who have played a pivotal role in shaping contemporary India.
A Visionary Address on Global Health and Wellness
The event kicked off with a powerful collaborative message. Mr. Gareth Presch (Founder and CEO of the World Health Innovation Summit - WHIS) alongside Ms. Snigdha Verma, addressed the distinguished participants and dignitaries.
Addressing the audience remotely, they highlighted the critical intersections of healthcare innovation, community development, and Peepal’s ongoing mission to drive impactful change across India.
Watch the full remote address by Gareth Presch and Snigdha Verma
Graced by the Union Defence Minister
The inaugural session of the NBT Utsav commenced under the esteemed presence of Shri Rajnath Singh, the Honourable Cabinet Minister of Defence, Federal Government of India.
Speaking at the joint Peepal and Times of India Group event, the Hon’ble Raksha Mantri felicitated the NBT Navratnasand emphasized the profound power of leadership and selfless service in propelling the nation forward.
*Honourable Cabinet Minister of Defence, Shri Rajnath Singh, addressing the audience at the Peepal and Times of India Event. *
The Prestigious Prerna Deep Samman
The momentum carried into the afternoon session, where the focus shifted to grass-roots inspiration and remarkable societal impact. Chosen through a rigorous process of reader nominations and an eminent jury, Ms. Snigdha Verma was officially recognized for her exemplary leadership.
The Honourable Chief Minister of Delhi, Smt. Rekha Gupta, presented the coveted Prerna Deep Samman to Ms. Verma. This award stands as a testament to Snigdha’s unwavering commitment to healthcare innovation, leadership at Peepal, and her vision as the Co-Chair of WHIS India.
Shaping the Future
This recognition underscores the growing influence of collaborative platforms like WHIS and Peepal in driving sustainable development goals and societal well-being in India.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Navbharat Times and the Times of India Group for this immense honour, and to our global community for their continued support as we walk the path of transformative leadership.
Congratulations to Ms. Snigdha Verma and the entire team!