Who We Are
Our Story
Born from Purpose. Built for Impact.
- The idea of Ananta Mitra Foundation (AMF) was born not in a boardroom - but during a heartfelt visit to Guwahati, where founders Amit Mittal and Alka Mishra witnessed something extraordinary: a sea of young, energetic, and ambitious youth, filled with potential, yet lacking the pathways to realize it. These were not just students - they were dreamers, doers, and future leaders, waiting for the right opportunities to shine.
- That moment stirred something deeper in both Amit and Alka - a calling to create something larger than themselves. Something that would not just change lives, but fuel the Indian economy by unlocking the power of its greatest asset: people.
- With decades of combined experience in business leadership, skilling, education, and community development, Amit and Alka brought complementary strengths to the table
Our Core Values
We empower individuals through equitable access to skills, entrepreneurship, and sustainability-focused initiatives. By fostering community-led growth and lifelong learning, we aim to create a more inclusive, resilient, and environmentally conscious future.
Our Purpose
To dismantle barriers of inequality by equipping individuals with skills, opportunities, and tools to thrive - transforming lives, uplifting communities, and nurturing a sustainable future.
Our Leadership & People
Founder & Managing Director
Amit Mittal
Driving Change Through Skilling, Enterprise Development, and Community Empowerment. Amit Mittal is a purpose-driven leader with over 25 years of rich, cross-sector experience in business growth, skilling, and large-scale operational excellence. As the founder of Ananta Mitra Foundation, his journey is rooted in one transformative belief: skills are the currency of dignity and the engine of inclusive development.
Amit has played a pivotal role in empowering mid to large-scale enterprises - helping them scale sustainably by designing systems where people, performance, and purpose align. His expertise lies in developing future-ready talent, turning under-resourced teams into high-performing units, and crafting organizational blueprints that fuel both social upliftment and business competitiveness.
Over the years, Amit has:
- Built skilling frameworks that cater to diverse sectors - from grassroots entrepreneurship to advanced roles
- Enabled industries to grow from the ground up by transforming unskilled workers into professionals and professionals into leaders
Core Team
Monica Acharya
Monica Acharya is a distinguished leader with 25 years of diverse experience spanning Academics, Training, Development, and Administration. Coming from a disciplined defence background, she brings a unique blend of strategic foresight, operational excellence, and resilience to every role she undertakes. Her career has been defined by her ability to lead high-performing teams, drive business expansion, and implement quality assurance measures that ensure long-term success. With deep expertise in Vocational Training, financial literacy, and social impact programs, Monica has successfully managed large-scale projects, collaborated with government bodies, and spearheaded transformative initiatives that have empowered thousands. Her leadership has directly contributed to skill development, employability enhancement, and entrepreneurial opportunities for diverse communities.
Renowned for her exceptional communication skills and ability to inspire and motivate teams, Monica has consistently delivered measurable results. She has played a crucial role in shaping policies, designing impactful training programs, and fostering innovation in education and workforce development.
A passionate advocate for lifelong learning and empowerment, she continues to leverage her defence-honed discipline and strategic thinking to create sustainable, high-impact solutions that drive progress across industries.
How We Work Together
Advisory Council
A group of experts from Community Service, business, government, and international organizations who help us create big-picture strategies that can grow across the country and even globally.s
Youth Councils (<40)
We believe young people are the future. Through these councils, we include the voices of youth in designing programs and making decisions.
Transparency Committees
Independent groups, including community members and financial experts, regularly check how we are spending our funds. We also publish an annual report to share our impact openly.