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| colspan="2" style="text-align: center; font-size: larger; padding: 5px 0;" |'''Punam Gupta''' 
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| style="width: 30%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Born''' 
| style="width: 70%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |24 February 1973, Mohali, Punjab, India 
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| style="width: 30%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Nationality''' 
| style="width: 70%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |Indian 
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| style="width: 30%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Occupation''' 
| style="width: 70%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Social Worker
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| style="width: 30%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Known for''' 
| style="width: 70%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |Business Leadership, Social Work, Women Entrepreneur
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| style="width: 30%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Notable work''' 
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| style="width: 30%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Social Identity''' 
| style="width: 70%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |Founder of Together We Can Foundation 
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| style="width: 30%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Resident'''
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|}'''Punam Gupta''' (born 24 February 1973) is an Indian entrepreneur and social worker known for her contributions to food safety, health, and social welfare. She is the founder and director of the NGO '''Together We Can Foundation''', which works towards organ donation, food safety awareness, cyber security and safety, water conservation ,employment generation, environmental safety, and animal welfare. She is also the director of '''Immuno Life Private Limited''' and '''Quality Services and Training Private Limited''', where she has been actively involved in health, nutrition, and FSSAI licensing  regulatory services.<ref name=":0">https://www.heraldscotland.com/business_hq/13774549.pg-paper-moves-greenocks-custom-house/</ref><ref>https://www.mid-day.com/brand-media/article/immuno-life-pvt-ltd-launches-30-ms-tulsi-nasya-inhaler--a-distinctive-tulsi-inhaler-23239188</ref>


==Early Life and Education==
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Punam Gupta was born on 24 February 1973 in Mohali, Punjab, India, to Sh. Rajinder Kumar and Mrs. Kanta Vij. She pursued her education in Ambala City, Haryana, earning a Bachelor's degree from Dev Samaj College and an LLB degree from Meerut University. She also holds diplomas in Mass Communication, Food and Nutrition, and PGDCA.<ref>https://www.greenocktelegraph.co.uk/news/19359710.greenock-firm-sends-3-000-life-saving-oxygen-machines-india-help-combat-coronavirus-crisis/</ref>
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center; font-size: larger;" | '''Punam Gupta'''
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| '''Born'''
| 24 February 1973<br>Mohali, Punjab, India
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| '''Nationality'''
| Indian
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| '''Occupation'''
| Entrepreneur, social worker
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| '''Known for'''
| Food safety awareness, entrepreneurship, social initiatives
|-
| '''Organizations'''
| Together We Can Foundation
|-
| '''Associated with'''
| Immuno Life Private Limited<br>Quality Services and Training Private Limited
|}


==Career==
'''Punam Gupta''' (born 24 February 1973) is an Indian entrepreneur and social worker known for her involvement in food safety awareness, public health initiatives, and community development. She is the founder of the non-governmental organization '''Together We Can Foundation'''.
Punam Gupta has worked extensively in the fields of food safety, regulatory compliance, and entrepreneurship. She is a certified FSSAI trainer and an empaneled training partner of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) within Quality Safety and Training Private Limited. She has been honored by FSSAI as the Second Performer Trainer in India.


She has successfully managed four business verticals, including:
She is also associated with business entities including '''Immuno Life Private Limited''' and '''Quality Services and Training Private Limited''', which operate in the areas of nutraceuticals, Ayurveda-based products, and food safety compliance services.


*'''Immuno Life Private Limited''' – Specializing in Ayurvedic products, veterinary feed supplements, nutraceuticals, and herbal cosmetics.<ref>https://www.aninews.in/news/business/business/ambala-based-wellness-startup-immuno-life-incubated-at-niftem-sonipat20230103105813</ref>
== Early life and education ==
*'''Octa Life Sciences''' – A company operating under the PMEGP scheme.
Punam Gupta was born in Mohali, Punjab, India. She completed her schooling and higher education in northern India, including studies in Ambala, Haryana. She earned a bachelor's degree from Dev Samaj College and later obtained a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from Meerut University.
*'''Quality Services and Training Private Limited''' – Focused on FSSAI licensing, auditing, and third-party inspections.
*'''Together We Can Foundation''' – An NGO dedicated to various social causes.
==Social Work==
Through the Together We Can Foundation, Punam Gupta has led numerous initiatives, including:


*Organ and body donation awareness programs.
In addition to formal education, she has completed diploma-level studies in mass communication, food and nutrition, and computer applications.
*Food safety and hygiene training.
*Employment generation and skill development programs.<ref>https://www.heraldscotland.com/business_hq/13197850.pg-paper-closes-international-deals/</ref><ref>https://www.inverclydenow.com/life-saving-effort-by-greenock-company-to-help-with-indias-covid-oxygen-crisis/</ref>
*Environmental sustainability projects.
*Women and child welfare activities.
*Animal welfare initiatives.
*She has also conducted extensive training sessions on food safety, impacting thousands of individuals and businesses.
*Cyber security and safety programs.  


==Books==
== Career ==
Punam Gupta has authored books to inspire young entrepreneurs and promote Ayurveda:
Gupta has worked in the areas of food safety training, regulatory consultancy, and entrepreneurship. She is a certified trainer associated with the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) and has conducted training sessions on hygiene, licensing, and compliance.


*'''Dream Build Grow''' – A guide to entrepreneurship.
Her professional roles include involvement in multiple organizations:
*'''Spiritual Ayurveda: Aligning Body, Mind, and Soul''' – A blend of traditional and modern Ayurveda.
==Awards and Recognitions==
[[File:Punam Gupta With Her Daughter.jpg|alt=Punam Gupta With Her Daughter|thumb]]
Punam Gupta has received multiple awards for her contributions to business and social welfare, including:


*'''Best Health Care Start-Up Award''' by Startup India for Immuno Life Pvt. Ltd.
* '''Immuno Life Private Limited''' – Focuses on nutraceuticals, herbal formulations, and wellness products 
*'''Prime Time Global Icon Award 2022''' (presented by cricketer Sunil Gavaskar).
* '''Quality Services and Training Private Limited''' – Provides services related to food safety licensing, auditing, and training
*'''MOTHER TERESA NARI SAMMAN Award''' for contributions to entrepreneurship and social work.<ref>https://www.gov.scot/publications/enterprise-and-skills-strategic-board-members-biographies/</ref>
* '''Octa Life Sciences''' – A business venture operating under the PMEGP scheme 
*'''Certificate of Excellence''' from RIISM.
* '''Together We Can Foundation''' – A non-profit organization engaged in social development 
*'''Udyog Ratan Award''' for Immuno Life Private Limited (presented by Bollywood actress Sudha Chandran).
*'''World Record Certificate''' for extraordinary performance in food safety training (USA Book of World Records).
*'''Women Faces of the Year 2024''' by Fox Story India.<ref>https://www.inverclydenow.com/life-saving-effort-by-greenock-company-to-help-with-indias-covid-oxygen-crisis/</ref>
*Honored by Mr. Bandaru Dattatreya, Honorable Governor of India, for contributions to social work.
*Awarded by Sonakshi Sinha for outstanding contributions to social welfare.
*Invited as a Guest of Honor at the Multipurpose Hall of India International Centre by Fame Finders Media.
*Recognized by the Director of NIFTEM (a venture of MOFPI) on International Women's Day. She also won a prize worth 5 lakh for her startup from NIFTEM.
*Certified record holder for conducting maximum food safety training and awareness programs by Harvard World Records.<ref>https://www.aninews.in/news/business/business/punam-gupta-entrepreneur-and-social-worker-honoured-with-prestigious-indian-csr-award20220904085850</ref>
*LOSD Excellence Award 2025.<ref name=":0" />
==PUNAM GUPTA: AN INSPIRATION FOR YOUTH==
“As the Founder of the ‘Together We Can Foundation,’ an 80G-approved NGO, she is devoted to a wide range of social causes, including food safety, body/organ donation, environmental safety, employment generation, animal welfare, cyber security awareness, and the promotion of millets.


Punam Gupta’s life story is an inspiring tale of remarkable achievements. It all began with her consultancy services, and her journey took off when she was recognized as the '''2nd Performer Trainer for FSSAI Trainings'''. She earned the '''Best Health Care Startup Award''' as Director of Immuno Life Pvt. Ltd. A serial entrepreneur, she manages four business verticals simultaneously.<ref>https://www.inverclydenow.com/life-saving-effort-by-greenock-company-to-help-with-indias-covid-oxygen-crisis/</ref>
She has contributed to training programs and awareness initiatives in food safety and regulatory practices.


She has played a crucial role in ensuring public health and safety, advocating for the use of Ayurveda over chemical-based products. To encourage youth entrepreneurship, she wrote the book '''"DREAM BUILD GROW"''', aiming to transform young minds into job creators rather than job seekers. Additionally, her book '''"SPIRITUAL AYURVEDA: ALIGNING BODY, MIND, AND SOUL"''' combines traditional and modern Ayurveda principles to promote the use of herbal products.
== Social work ==
Through the Together We Can Foundation, Gupta has been associated with various social initiatives, including:


Punam Gupta has held diverse roles in quality assurance, internal auditing, and training across several organizations. Her expertise contributes to ensuring product quality and safety while providing valuable training. She has conducted two Skill Development Programs with MSME and has been honored for her contributions to social welfare and food safety.
* Organ and body donation awareness 
* Food safety and hygiene education 
* Skill development and employment programs 
* Environmental awareness and sustainability campaigns 
* Women and child welfare initiatives 
* Cyber safety awareness programs 


Her dedication to social work is evident in her humanitarian efforts. She usually donates cloths, blanket sweets and essentials  in Dhankaur, a slum area to under privileged children, reinforcing her commitment to philanthropy.<ref>https://www.aninews.in/news/business/business/punam-gupta-entrepreneur-and-social-worker-honoured-with-prestigious-indian-csr-award20220904085850</ref><ref>https://www.aninews.in/news/business/business/punam-gupta-entrepreneur-and-social-worker-honoured-with-prestigious-indian-csr-award20220904085850</ref>
She has also participated in outreach efforts aimed at community support and awareness.


==Personal Life==
== Publications ==
Punam Gupta remains actively engaged in philanthropy and regularly participates in welfare activities. She is widely regarded as a role model for youth, inspiring many to take up entrepreneurship and social services.<ref>https://www.greenocktelegraph.co.uk/news/14020960.inverclyde-firms-charity-fundraiser-was-a-knockout-success/</ref>Her inspiration is her daughter, Dr. Ridhi Gupta who inspires her to do social work in her spare time.
Gupta has authored books on entrepreneurship and wellness:
== External Links ==
* [https://www.punamgupta.com Official Website]
* [https://www.crunchbase.com/person/punam-gupta-ab31 Punam Gupta] on Crunchbase


== References ==
* ''Dream Build Grow'' 
* ''Spiritual Ayurveda: Aligning Body, Mind, and Soul'' 
 
== Awards and recognition ==
Punam Gupta has received several recognitions for her work in entrepreneurship and social service, including:
 
* Best Health Care Start-up Award (Startup India) 
* Prime Time Global Icon Award (2022) 
* Mother Teresa Nari Samman Award 
* Udyog Ratan Award 
* Women Faces of the Year (2024) 
 
She has also been acknowledged by various institutions and public figures for her contributions in training and social initiatives.
 
== Personal life ==
Punam Gupta is based in India and is involved in social and entrepreneurial activities. She has cited her daughter, Dr. Ridhi Gupta, as a source of personal inspiration.
 
== External links ==
* [https://www.punamgupta.com Official website]
* [https://www.crunchbase.com/person/punam-gupta-ab31 Profile on Crunchbase]
 
== Awards and recognition ==
Punam Gupta has received several recognitions for her work in entrepreneurship, food safety training, and social service, including:
 
* Best Health Care Start-up Award (Startup India) 
* Prime Time Global Icon Award (2022) 
* Mother Teresa Nari Samman Award 
* Udyog Ratan Award 
* Women Faces of the Year (2024) 
* Immuno Life Private Limited was incubated by NIFTEM and received a grant prize of ₹5 lakh for the innovation of the ''Tulsi Nasya Inhaler''. 
* Second Performer Trainer Award (FSSAI) for training more than 1,000 participants across India on food safety and hygiene practices. 
* Immuno Life Private Limited was selected among the top three finalists at the ET Awards 2026.

Latest revision as of 12:57, 6 April 2026


Punam Gupta
Punam Gupta
Born 24 February 1973
Mohali, Punjab, India
Nationality Indian
Occupation Entrepreneur, social worker
Known for Food safety awareness, entrepreneurship, social initiatives
Organizations Together We Can Foundation
Associated with Immuno Life Private Limited
Quality Services and Training Private Limited

Punam Gupta (born 24 February 1973) is an Indian entrepreneur and social worker known for her involvement in food safety awareness, public health initiatives, and community development. She is the founder of the non-governmental organization Together We Can Foundation.

She is also associated with business entities including Immuno Life Private Limited and Quality Services and Training Private Limited, which operate in the areas of nutraceuticals, Ayurveda-based products, and food safety compliance services.

Early life and education

Punam Gupta was born in Mohali, Punjab, India. She completed her schooling and higher education in northern India, including studies in Ambala, Haryana. She earned a bachelor's degree from Dev Samaj College and later obtained a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from Meerut University.

In addition to formal education, she has completed diploma-level studies in mass communication, food and nutrition, and computer applications.

Career

Gupta has worked in the areas of food safety training, regulatory consultancy, and entrepreneurship. She is a certified trainer associated with the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) and has conducted training sessions on hygiene, licensing, and compliance.

Her professional roles include involvement in multiple organizations:

  • Immuno Life Private Limited – Focuses on nutraceuticals, herbal formulations, and wellness products
  • Quality Services and Training Private Limited – Provides services related to food safety licensing, auditing, and training
  • Octa Life Sciences – A business venture operating under the PMEGP scheme
  • Together We Can Foundation – A non-profit organization engaged in social development

She has contributed to training programs and awareness initiatives in food safety and regulatory practices.

Social work

Through the Together We Can Foundation, Gupta has been associated with various social initiatives, including:

  • Organ and body donation awareness
  • Food safety and hygiene education
  • Skill development and employment programs
  • Environmental awareness and sustainability campaigns
  • Women and child welfare initiatives
  • Cyber safety awareness programs

She has also participated in outreach efforts aimed at community support and awareness.

Publications

Gupta has authored books on entrepreneurship and wellness:

  • Dream Build Grow
  • Spiritual Ayurveda: Aligning Body, Mind, and Soul

Awards and recognition

Punam Gupta has received several recognitions for her work in entrepreneurship and social service, including:

  • Best Health Care Start-up Award (Startup India)
  • Prime Time Global Icon Award (2022)
  • Mother Teresa Nari Samman Award
  • Udyog Ratan Award
  • Women Faces of the Year (2024)

She has also been acknowledged by various institutions and public figures for her contributions in training and social initiatives.

Personal life

Punam Gupta is based in India and is involved in social and entrepreneurial activities. She has cited her daughter, Dr. Ridhi Gupta, as a source of personal inspiration.

External links

Awards and recognition

Punam Gupta has received several recognitions for her work in entrepreneurship, food safety training, and social service, including:

  • Best Health Care Start-up Award (Startup India)
  • Prime Time Global Icon Award (2022)
  • Mother Teresa Nari Samman Award
  • Udyog Ratan Award
  • Women Faces of the Year (2024)
  • Immuno Life Private Limited was incubated by NIFTEM and received a grant prize of ₹5 lakh for the innovation of the Tulsi Nasya Inhaler.
  • Second Performer Trainer Award (FSSAI) for training more than 1,000 participants across India on food safety and hygiene practices.
  • Immuno Life Private Limited was selected among the top three finalists at the ET Awards 2026.
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