Anita Belani Scholarship Fund
College for Women, University of Delhi
Scholarship Cell
Anita Belani Scholarship Fund
Who is Ms. Anita Belani?
Education
- MBA in Human Resources – XLRI Jamshedpur
- BA (Hons.) in Economics – Miranda House, University of Delhi
Key Roles
- Independent Director on the boards of Redington, Foseco India, Benaras Hotels, Kaya Ltd, JSW Infrastructure, Vivriti Capital, Eternis Fine Chemicals, and Asirvad Micro Finance
- Former Operating Partner – Gaja Capital
- Former Managing Director – Russell Reynolds Associates
- Former Country Head – Right Management and Watson Wyatt
- Senior roles at Sun Microsystems, KPMG, Jardine Fleming, and American Express
Expertise
- Executive Coaching (ICF accredited)
- CEO succession planning
- Leadership development and organizational transformation
- Culture building and human capital consulting
- Over 30 years of cross-industry, global HR, and business leadership experience
Awards
- Women Super Achiever Award (2008)
- Most Influential HR Leader (2017)
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be enrolled in an Undergraduate programme at Miranda House.
- Annual family income below ₹2 lakh
- Awarded to first-year students based on financial need for complete under graduation programme.
Student Testimonials
Hema
"I sincerely thank you from the bottom of my heart for your kind support through this scholarship. Coming from a small village, it has not been easy to continue my higher education, but your help has made it possible. I was able to pay my fees and focus on my studies without constant financial worry. This scholarship has not only helped me financially but also given me the motivation and confidence to move forward. Your support means a lot to me, and I promise to work hard and make the best use of this opportunity."
Rashmi Rani
"I am sincerely thankful for the support I received through the Anita Belani Scholarship. During a difficult period in my life due to illness, this scholarship greatly reduced the financial stress of my education. As a student of Economics Honours at Miranda House aiming to graduate in 2027 and pursue Actuarial Science, this assistance has been incredibly meaningful. It has allowed me to focus on my studies and inspired me to give back in the future, just as I have received now. Thank you, Anita Belani Ma’am, for spreading hope and making a difference in my life and the lives of many others through your selfless contribution to education."
Asha Kumari
"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for awarding me the Anita Belani Scholarship for the second year of my undergraduate studies. Your generous support has significantly impacted my academic journey and personal growth. The scholarship has eased my financial burden, allowing me to focus fully on my studies as a Hindi Honours student at Miranda House. I have devoted more time to research, reading, and academic discussions, and actively participated in co-curricular activities like the TULA Society and debating society. This experience has improved my communication skills and broadened my horizons. Knowing that someone believes in my potential has been a huge source of encouragement, motivating me to strive for excellence. I hope to make you proud through my achievements and contributions to society in the future."
Showna Sharma
“I am very thankful to Ms. Anita Belani ma'am for her blessings for me in the form of this scholarship,which has enhanced my academic performance to a great extent .
This scholarship has substantially reduced the financial strain on my father, which Delhi's expensive living had laid on him.
I am very hopeful that this scholarship will help me improve my grades further in my upcoming Semester-4 (and Semester-2 improvement) exams ,and will continue to do the same in my remaining semesters as well.”
Ankita Garg
“Respected Mam
I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support through the scholarship I have received for my second year. Your contribution has not only helped ease my financial burden but has also motivated me to pursue my academic and personal goals with greater focus and confidence.
I am currently a second-year student in B.A. (Hons) Geography at Miranda House, University of Delhi. With your support, I have been able to continue my studies without interruption and have maintained a good academic record. I have also actively participated in Extra-Curricular Activities, including adventure club, ritva society, yuva tourism, and spic mecay which have helped me grow as a confident and socially aware individual.
This scholarship has been a great encouragement for me and my family, and I am committed to making the best of this opportunity. Thank you once again for your kindness and for believing in students like me.”
