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Dr. Vinod Gajanan Shah
Chairman
Dr. Vinod Shah, born on November 8, 1947, in Mahad, Raigad, comes from a family of freedom fighters. After completing his early education in Dapoli, he moved to Pune and obtained an MD in Medicine from B.J. Medical College, Pune University. He further specialized gastroenterology in USA but chose to return to India to serve his people.

Dr. Vinod Gajanan Shah
Chairman

Mrs. Meena Vinod Shah
Secretary
Mrs. Meena Shah was born on October 20, 1952, in Kolhapur, Maharashtra. She completed her B.Sc. at Shivaji University. After her marriage to Dr. Vinod Shah, she wholeheartedly embraced his passion for social service, considering it a shared commitment rather than a hindrance to family life.

Mrs. Meena Vinod Shah
Secretary
Chairman's Message
Dear Friends,
The Janaseva Foundation was born from an unwavering commitment to serve humanity. As a physician I decided to use medicine as a vehicle for social work, my profession allowed me to heal individuals, but my heart urged me to go beyond—to uplift entire communities, support the marginalized, and extend a hand to those who need it the most. With this vision I along with my wife Mrs. Meena and few trustees established Janaseva Foundation on 15th January 1988, guided by the principles that ‘Service to Man is Service to God’ and ‘Service to Humanity is the Best Work of Life.’
Inspired by my grandparents, uncle and my mother and father and by the selfless service of Mahatma Gandhi, Sane Guruji, Baba Amte, and Mother Teresa, we have spent over 35 years tirelessly working to transform lives of needy. Our mission spans multiple sectors—healthcare, elderly care, destitute care, disability support, education, vocational training, research and rural development. Through these efforts, we have touched the lives of lakhs of elderly, the sick, the disabled, destitute individuals, women, underprivileged youth, and street children, providing them care, dignity and hope for a better tomorrow.
Our impact has been recognized at the highest levels. The United Nations has granted us Special Consultative Status, and the Government of India has entrusted us with key social welfare responsibilities. We proudly operate a Regional Resource Training Centre, Elderline Helpline & various Government initiative bringing critical services, knowledge and skills to social workers and caregivers, as well as Mobile Medical Units, ensuring healthcare reaches the most remote villages. These initiatives have earned us numerous national and international awards and honours.
However, our success is not measured by accolades but by the lives we change. None of this would have been possible without the relentless efforts of our trustees, patrons, advisors, well wishes, the dedication of our staff, the generosity of our donors, and the selfless commitment of our volunteers. I must express my heartfelt gratitude to my wife Mrs. Meena Shah, whose unwavering dedication has been the backbone of our mission, inspiring us all to strive for greater impact and being the driving force behind all our endeavours.
As we look ahead, the journey continues, and the need for compassionate service grows ever stronger. I invite each one of you to be a part of this noble cause whether through your time, talent & treasure as every effort counts. Together, we can build a society where every individual, regardless of their circumstances, has the right to live with dignity, health, and hope.
Let us stand united in our commitment to making the world a better place – a life of giving as we are all willing and gifted personalities and want to give return gift to the society
With gratitude and commitment,
Dr. Vinod Shah (MD), Founder & Chairman
Mrs. Meena Shah, Founder & Secretary
Janaseva Foundation, Pune