Motherhood and entrepreneurship may seem like two full-time jobs, but an inspiring tribe of women is redefining what it means to do both–and do them brilliantly. This Mother’s Day, we spotlight a powerful group of mompreneurs who are not just nurturing their families but also building businesses, breaking barriers, and creating impact across industries. Aanchal Shah’s journey from corporate corridors to cradle moments is a testament to how motherhood can ignite purpose.
After a decade in high-powered roles at HDFC Bank and American Express, her life shifted when she became a mother in 2018. The thought of long hours away from her newborn pushed her to redefine success on her own terms, leading to the birth of Chicmomz, a maternity lifestyle brand now loved by moms across India and celebrities like Kareena Kapoor Khan and Neha Dhupia. Acharya Nidhi Goyal, Founder of Panchtatva Balancing, offers a heartfelt tribute not only to motherhood but also to the motherland–Bharat.
Deeply rooted in India’s spiritual and cultural heritage, she draws wisdom from Vedic sciences such as Samkhya Darshan, Ayurveda, Mantra Shastra, and Vastu. To Nidhi, a mother represents courage, sacrifice, and resilience. This Mother’s Day, we celebrate Jyoti Rai, the dynamic force behind Etherwire.
A single mom, Jyoti’s inspiration was her son, leading her to create content that is authentic, meaningful, and safe for young minds. Thus, Etherwire, a digital powerhouse of splendid visuals and authentic content, was born. Dr.
Mompreneurs balancing brilliance and motherhood
Kaveri Dutta, Social Entrepreneur and Founder of BroadArks Foundation, beautifully reflects on her journey as a mother since 2016–a journey that has been both transformative and empowering. Balancing a demanding career, parenting, and household responsibilities hasn’t been easy, but she believes planning, a strong support system, and self-compassion are essential.
Mayuri Ghosh, Chief Managing Director and Co-Founder of UpEdge Healthcare Services Pvt. Ltd. and UpEdge Engineering Pvt. Ltd., brings over 16 years of experience across the medical, real estate, and hospitality industries. Alongside her husband, she launched UpEdge in 2020, which has now become a fast-growing name in paramedical education and diagnostics.
Meera Singh entered the logistics sector, which was chaotic and fragmented, and brought structure and vision as the Founder & CEO of Avaan. Avaan offers door-to-door package and baggage delivery, transforming a significant unmet need into a reliable, global solution. Meera’s journey has been challenging, but driven by a desire to build an asset for the country, she has succeeded while also uplifting differently abled child artists and sharing her raw truths as a TEDx speaker.
Seema Bhatnagar, CEO of Futopia Global Pvt. Ltd., is driving change through her brand Ultimus, which bridges India’s digital divide by offering high-quality, affordable technology. Inspired by the Make in India initiative and her experiences in rural India, she launched Ultimus to make laptops, tablets, and IoT devices accessible to underserved communities, empowering students, small businesses, and especially women through digital literacy and tech access. This Mother’s Day, we honor these remarkable mompreneurs who prove that motherhood can be the driving force behind groundbreaking achievements and lasting impact in the world of business.
Their stories inspire us to lead with courage, purpose, and heart.