Mai Hoon Dhanbad (MHD) is a grassroots social impact movement dedicated to transforming Dhanbad into a cleaner, healthier, and self-reliant city through active citizen participation and sustainable community action. Anchored in the core values of Sanskar (values), Sanyam (discipline), Swavalamban (self-reliance), and Samarpan (dedication), MHD works directly on the ground across key pillars aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals—including environmental sanitation, healthcare access, inclusive education, women's skill development, youth leadership, and civic safety. By mobilizing local residents and fostering community-led stewardship, the organization bridges critical gaps for vulnerable populations, proving that lasting systemic change begins when everyday citizens take collective ownership of the place they call home.

Pooja Ratnakar is the driving force behind Mai Hoon Dhanbad, bringing over 15 years of dedicated experience in community upliftment and social service. A former educator, she grounds her leadership in discipline, empathy, and civic responsibility. Guided by a core belief in self-reliance and grassroots action, Pooja views serving underprivileged communities not merely as work, but as a lifelong commitment. Beyond her civic leadership, she is a painter and the author of the published Hindi poetry collection “Dastak”—creative pursuits that reflect her deep connection to human emotion and community life.

They are a team member of MHD. They like to contribute to social causes for betterment of Dhanbad city.

They are a team member of MHD. They like to contribute to social causes for betterment of Dhanbad city.

They are a team member of MHD. They like to contribute to social causes for betterment of Dhanbad city.

They are a team member of MHD. They like to contribute to social causes for betterment of Dhanbad city.

They are a team member of MHD. They like to contribute to social causes for betterment of Dhanbad city.

They are a team member of MHD. They like to contribute to social causes for betterment of Dhanbad city.

They are a team member of MHD. They like to contribute to social causes for betterment of Dhanbad city.
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