THE JOURNEY

Pratima Totla

She is a versatile woman from Rajasthan, India, who won the Mrs. India Fashion Icon title in 2017 as a model. She has also served as a Brand Ambassador for various organizations and showcased her talents as a talk show host, beauty pageant judge, and writer. Her hard work and dedication have earned her several awards, including the National Super Woman Award and recognition as one of the Top 50 Indian Icons and Top 100 Most Powerful Women in India. Despite her success, she remains humble and committed to philanthropic work, supporting education and healthcare initiatives.

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achievements

As a mother of three turned 40 and took a leap of faith to embark on an unparalleled journey. In this contest were 20 participants chosen from a rigorous audition process. All the other participants had won titles in their respective states and had a head-start in the Mrs. India competition. This beauty pageant ran across 5 days of grooming, tutorials, motivational sessions and walk-mentoring. Historically, the title of โ€œFashion Iconโ€ has been highly revered and all eyes were on it. As the show concluded, Pratima Totla was crowned with the much anticipated โ€œMrs. India Fashion Iconโ€ on 2017. This marked the beginning of an outstanding journey!

As an exclusive platform, only previous participants of Mrs. India were allowed to partake in this competition. Upon judging Pratima Totla in the interviews, the committee deemed her well-equipped to informally judge and evaluate all the other participants coming from all regions of India. She became the first Brand Ambassador of Mrs. Heritage world for being an embodiment of the rich cultural heritage of India and promoting it on international platforms as well.

In recognition of her unwavering commitment to social causes, Pratima Totla was awarded a doctorate degree, affiliated with 77 countries, by the Academy of Universal Global Peace- USA. She received the award from the world-famous scientist Dr. Madhu Krishna Ji, along with several other distinguished guests, including judges, chief ministers, government officials, and the head of the journalist association. Despite of her fast treads in the fashion sector, she remains deeply rooted to her community. She promotes word and action towards social justice and the degree is a testament to her dedication to create a lasting change with her inspiring work.

Pratima Totla was appointed as the National Brand Ambassador for the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Campaign in recognition of her patriotism and wholehearted commitment to social causes. Pratima's unwavering desire to put her country above herself made her a natural choice for this national campaign. She also inspired the youth to utilise their full potential and give back to the country which helped shaped them into responsible citizens.

Pratima Totla was appointed as the International Chairperson of the Anti-Corruption Foundation of India by the board in recognition of her commitment to creating awareness about the ills of corruption. In her new role, Pratima promoted the idea that the country can only grow if it is rid of corruption, and that everyone, regardless of their position, has a responsibility to uphold the law and work towards a just society.

Pratima Totla was appointed as the Patron of the Federation of Social Workers & Organizations (FOSWO) for Labor Justice to promote the rights of workers and to create awareness about labor justice. She inspired countless people to support the cause and took steps to ensure that the voices of workers were heard. Pratima's leadership and dedication to the cause of labor justice had a positive impact on the lives of workers in India.

Pratima Totla was invited to join the Advisory Board of the Rajasthan International Film Festival (RIFF) where she provided valuable insights and guidance from the jury panel. She drew from her extensive experience in the entertainment industry to help shape the festival's results and overall direction. Her critical analysis as part of the Advisory Board was a testament to her creative expertise, and her contributions were instrumental to the comprehension of the unique stories that were nominated. The panel included other dignitaries such as Pandit Vishwa Mohan, Ajit Rai among others.

Upon being bestowed with the โ€˜World Icon Awardโ€™ in 2018, she went on to become the Brand Ambassador of the same in 2019. She was deemed a perfect fit for this role for her presence in the fashion industry along with along with the profound impact she has had on the community with her inspirational ideologies and belief.

Jaipur Institute of Technologyโ€™s students had set their minds to to maximise the visibility of the important, underlying issue of Gender Equality. They created the world record for the longest human chain to represent a symbol for gender equality. JIT bagged the โ€˜Golden Book of World Recordsโ€™ for Gender Equality. The leadership of JIT had Pratima Totla accept this prestigious award on their behalf. She has always been a patron for creating a lasting difference and hence had the honour of being a part of history being created.

Alongside the popular poet, Dr. Kumar Vishwas, and the world-famous astrologer, Ajay Bambi, Dr. Pratima Totla received the award for her diligent representation of the Hindu community. The award was presented at the world-famous Vishnu Temple in Thailand, Bangkok. It was truly a moment of great honour.

Awards

PHILANTHROPIC WORK

Abdul Kalam Campaign

National Brand Ambassador 2018

Dr. Pratima Totla served as the National Brand Ambassador for the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Campaign in 2018, recognized for her dedication to social causes and patriotism. As an ambassador, she inspired the youth to harness their potential and contribute to their nation as responsible citizens.

Anti-Corruption Foundation

International Chairperson 2018

As the International Chairperson of the Anti-Corruption Foundation of India, Pratima Totla championed the fight against corruption, emphasizing the importance of a corruption-free society for national growth. She encouraged individuals, irrespective of their status, to uphold the law and strive for a just society.

 Many more projects

For the greater benefit of the society

A DREAM PROJECT

The idea of bringing together older generations from old-age homes and children from orphanages is a heartwarming and impactful initiative. Both groups often experience feelings of loneliness and isolation, and this initiative aims to address those issues by creating meaningful connections between them.

The elders in old-age homes often feel forgotten and unimportant, which can lead to feelings of depression and sadness. By interacting with children from orphanages, they have the opportunity to feel useful and appreciated. The kids bring joy and laughter to their lives, and in turn, the elders can offer guidance, wisdom, and support to the children. This interaction can provide a sense of purpose to the elders, and they can take pride in being a positive influence on the younger generation.

The initiative can also have a positive impact on society as a whole by breaking down social barriers and promoting intergenerational understanding. By bridging the gap between these two age groups, we can foster a sense of unity and inclusivity. The project can also serve as an inspiration for others to take similar initiatives, leading to a more compassionate and connected society.

A future, together

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