Mahesh Sharma (social activist)
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Mahesh Sharma | |
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| Born | Datia district, India |
| Other names | Gandhi of Jhabua |
| Organization | Shivganga Samagra Gram Vikas Parishad |
| Known for | Social activism, water conservation, revival of tribal tradition, sustainable development in tribal areas |
| Awards | Padma Shri (2019) |
Mahesh Sharma is an Indian social activist and conservationist known for his work in sustainable development and tribal tradition revival in the Jhabua district of Madhya Pradesh. He has been referred to as the "Gandhi of Jhabua". In 2019, the Indian government awarded him the Padma Shri, the fourth-highest civilian honour in India.[1][2] He is the founder of Shivganga, a non-governmental organisation.[3][4]
He was born in Ghughsi village of Datia district. Mahesh attended a government school near Pitambara Peeth. He participated in the student council during his school years. After completing his intermediate studies, Mahesh pursued a graduation degree in Gwalior. His family's financial situation improved around this time, allowing him to rent a room in Gwalior for ₹7 per month. He is the third of six brothers. He joined the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a Hindu nationalist volunteer organization, to engage in social service.[5]
