Our Team

Mr. Ashok Mahadevan, President, retired after serving as the editor of the Reader´s Digest for twenty five years. He has written extensively throughout his career. He has supported Mobile Creches since its inception.

Mrs. Nalini Chhugani, Secretary, is an Early Childhood Specialist and Ex-President of the Mumbai branch of the Association for Early Childhood Education and Development. She has over 30 years of experience in teaching and supporting Early Childhood Development initiatives locally and nationally.

Mr. R. R. Shastri, Director, is a qualified Company Secretary and a member of The Institute of Company Secretaries of India. He also holds a Postgraduate Degree in Commerce (M. Com.) and a Postgraduate Degree in Law (LL. B). He has been with the Tata Group for over four decades having worked with Tata Steel and Tata Sons before he joined Tata Industries in January 2007. As Vice President (Legal) & Company Secretary of Tata Industries Limited, Mr. Shastri was responsible for the Corporate Secretarial and Legal matters. After retiring from active employment in September 2012, Mr. Shastri served as Legal Advisor to Tata Sons, which is the promoter of the Tata group of companies, until February 2018. Since then he has been serving Tata Trusts as Senior Advisor, Secretarial Compliances.

Ms. Vaishali Deodhar, Director, has been associated with Mumbai Mobile Creches for over twenty eight years. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, as well as a post graduate degree in Mass Communication. Ms.Deodhar has worked in media and also a Trustee of the Rangoonwala Trust.

Ms. Devika Mahadevan, Director, joined the MMC board after serving as CEO for four years. She joined MMC after working for over six years with NGOs in China, Zimbabwe and India. Ms. Devika holds a Masters degree from The London School of Economics and a Bachelor's degree from Brandeis University, USA.

Ms. Vrishali Pispati, Director, her association with Mumbai Mobile Creches (MMC) began as a volunteer in 2008. Soon, because of her deep passion for the cause and background in Finance and Law she joined MMC as General Manager and was eventually appointed as Chief Executive in March 2010. In April 2018, she transitioned from being the Chief Executive to becoming a member on the board of MMC.

Ms. Shagoofa Rashid Khan, Director, is a Lawyer and a Fellow member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. She has over 23 years of post-qualification experience primarily in the financial services industry including advising on investments in real estate and infrastructure. She was also in-house legal counsel with leading Indian corporate houses. She has been listed on "India's Top 100 Women in Finance 2020" by Association of International Wealth Management of India. She was also listed on RSG Emerging Leaders 2019 "Top 20 Emerging Legal Leaders, India.

She is a distinguished expert in Child Development and Early Childhood Education, with over 34 years of experience as an academic, teacher educator, and consultant. She holds a PhD in Human Development and brings rich experience from universities, inclusive education initiatives, and early learning organisations.

She brings with her a long-standing association with Mumbai Mobile Creches, along with rich academic and field experience from institutions such as Mumbai University, SNDT Women’s University, and organisations including the Billimoria Foundation and EuroKids.

Mrs. Frahinsa Rodrigues joined Mumbai Mobile Creches in 2010 as Administration Manager, leading the Administration team and beginning a remarkable journey of leadership, dedication, and progressive growth. Over the past 16 years, she has taken on diverse responsibilities and worn multiple hats—rising from Manager to Senior Manager – HR & Administration, and later to General Manager – Operations and HR. Her appointment as Chief Executive on October 1, 2022, marked a significant milestone in her longstanding and committed association with MMC.

With over 19 years of experience in the social development sector, Frahinsa brings deep expertise in organizational leadership, human resource management, and operational excellence, significantly strengthening MMC’s impact and outreach.

She is a Psychology graduate from the University of Mumbai, holds an MBA in Human Resources, and has completed a Diploma in Personnel Management and Industrial Relations from Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies.

She has also successfully graduated as a Social Entrepreneur from Dasra Social Impact, further reinforcing her commitment to driving sustainable social change.
Under her leadership, MMC continues to advance its mission of improving the lives of underserved children and communities through strategic growth, innovation, and organizational excellence.

The Finance Team is responsible for the effective funds management and ensuring all the processes are running in compliance with the law.

Ms. Aarati Morevekar has been associated with Mumbai Mobile Creches since 2017, progressing from Finance Officer to Finance & Compliance Manager. Over her nine-year journey, she has steadily grown into a leadership role, strengthening the organization’s financial and compliance systems. Her journey reflects her dedication and commitment to MMC’s mission. She is a B.Com graduate and Certified Financial Planner, playing a key role in upholding the financial integrity of Mumbai Mobile Creches by ensuring strong financial oversight, regulatory compliance, and accountability across the organization’s operations.

Ms. Punam Mane, a B.A. graduate from Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University, has been associated with Mumbai Mobile Creches (MMC) for over a decade. She began her journey through the Bal Palika Teacher (BPT) Training Programme and, upon completing the course, served as a Teacher and later as a BVS Trainer.
Her dedication, continuous learning, and valuable contributions enabled her to steadily progress into leadership roles as a Programme Officer and Assistant Trainer in BPT. Demonstrating her commitment to growth, she further transitioned from the field to the Head Office in 2020, taking on the role of Accountant, where she has since been efficiently managing the accounting portfolio.
Her strong work ethic, professional integrity, and long-standing commitment continue to be deeply valued at MMC.

The Fundraising Team are responsible for donor relationships management and all communications.

Ms. Sheetal Yadav has been spearheading the Fundraising Department at MMC for the past two years, playing a pivotal role in strengthening the organization’s outreach and resource mobilization efforts.

A postgraduate in Mass Communication from SNDT Women’s University, she brings strong expertise in communication and journalism. Her prior experience in social media marketing within the logistics sector significantly enhances MMC’s visibility and engagement initiatives.

Ms. Sharvari Bhave, Jr. Communication Officer: Ms. Sharvari Bhave holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree with a specialization in Social Work Practice with Children, Family, and Youth. Her deep passion for working with children inspired her to engage with migrant children on construction sites and brick kilns — communities served by Mumbai Mobile Creches.

She joined MMC as a Junior Communication Officer, marking the beginning of her professional journey after completing her MSW. Sharvari looks forward to contributing meaningfully to the organization’s mission while growing within the MMC family.

The Health and Nutrition Team is responsible for monitoring and maintaining the children’s health and nutrition, tracking their progress and intervening whenever needed.

Ms. Sangeeta Chavare began her journey with the organisation through MMC’s Bal Palika Teacher (BPT) Training Programme. Upon successfully completing the programme, she joined MMC as a Health Organiser at MMC. She completed her B.A. from Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University. She has also completed her Child Development Aid ( CDA) course. She has been associated with MMC for the past ten years and has extensive experience in community-level health initiatives.

The Administration Team is responsible for administration and human resource management.

Mrs. Pritam Norohana- HR & Admin Manager: Mrs. Pritam Noronha has been associated with Mumbai Mobile Creches since 2024 as Human Resources and Administration Manager. She holds a Master’s degree in Social Work and a PG Diploma in Research Methodology from College of Social Work Nirmala Niketan. She also holds a Diploma in Human Resource Management from Welingkar Institute of Management and in Counselling Psychology from Xavier’s Institute of Counselling Psychology.

With over twelve years of experience in the development sector, she brings valuable expertise in human resource management, organizational processes, and people development. At MMC, she continues to add value through her knowledge and experience, helping strengthen the organization’s work and impact.

Ms. Ashwini Paste - Office Assistant: Ms. Ashwini Paste has been associated with MMC for the past five years. She began her journey with the organisation through MMC’s Bal Palika Teacher (BPT) Training Programme. Upon successfully completing the programme, she joined MMC as a Teacher and, through her dedication and commitment, has since been promoted to the role of Office Assistant at the Head Office. Her growth within the organisation reflects her perseverance and marks a proud milestone in her professional journey.

Support Staff

Mr. Deepak Manjre has been associated with Mumbai Mobile Creches since 2000, marking an extraordinary journey of nearly two decades with the organization. Having witnessed MMC’s growth over the years, he has been a steadfast pillar of the Administration Department. Beginning his journey as a support staff, he has continued to serve with dedication as a valued member of the support staff, reflecting deep commitment and loyalty to MMC’s mission.

Mr. Purshottam Rajapkar has been associated with Mumbai Mobile Creches since 1986, marking an extraordinary journey of nearly four decades with the organization. Having witnessed MMC’s growth over the years, he has been a steadfast pillar of the Administration Department. Beginning his journey as a Driver, he has continued to serve with dedication as a valued member of the support staff, reflecting deep commitment and loyalty to MMC’s mission.

The Research & Documentation (R & D) function at MMC involves regular consolidation and analysis of the beneficiary data pertaining to MMC programmes.

Mr. Praveen Kachhap - Sr. M & E cum Programme Officer: Praveen Kachhap joined MMC as Sr. Monitoring and Evaluation, cum Programme Officer in May 2025. He has a Ph.D. from Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai, with 7+ years of experience in social development, monitoring and evaluation, and programme implementation. He has also collaborated with reputed academic institutions and civil society organizations on education, public policy, migration, and tribal development and welfare.

Mr. Tanmay Devrukhkar - Research Officer: Tanmay Devrukhkar joined MMC in February 2026. He is a Commerce graduate with a certification in Generative AI and Data Analytics from Hero Vired. He also has a background in Sports Science, along with hands-on experience in field monitoring and site assessments. At MMC, Tanmay focuses on strengthening systems, enhancing reporting accuracy, and supporting data-driven programme implementation. He is committed to contributing to meaningful and measurable social impact.

The Programme Team is responsible for the smooth functioning of all the programmes of MMC.

Mrs. Vrushali Naik - Senior Programme Coordinator: Mrs. Vrushali Naik is the Sr. Programme Coordinator at MMC and holds a Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences. She began her journey with MMC soon after completing her MSW and has since been associated with the organisation for nearly three decades.

With her long-standing experience and deep understanding of MMC’s work, she plays a key role in strengthening programme implementation across centres. She is a central pillar in building and maintaining relationships with builders and other construction sector stakeholders, facilitating the establishment of MMC’s day care centres at construction sites.

She also leads the Community Outreach Programme (CORP). Through her dedicated efforts and extensive experience, she has significantly contributed to expanding MMC’s reach, ensuring that more children of construction workers and those from allied industries receive safe care and early learning support.

Mr. Pradeep Shinde - Senior Programme Coordinator: Mr. Pradeep Shinde is the Sr. Programme Coordinator at MMC and holds a Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences. He has been associated with the organisation for over 13 years and brings 27 years of experience in the social development sector.

At MMC, he leads the Saksham Programme, which focuses on supporting migrant construction workers and those from allied industries by creating awareness about welfare schemes and facilitating their access to entitlements. The programme also assists workers with registration under the BOCW Act and accessing other relevant government benefits.

With his extensive experience and deep understanding of MMC’s work, he plays a key role in strengthening programme implementation across centres. He is instrumental in liaising with government departments and works closely with a wide range of stakeholders, including government and non-government organisations, to enhance programme effectiveness. Through strong networking, coordination, and team planning, he also contributes to initiating new programmes that expand MMC’s outreach and impact among construction worker communities.

Ms. Sunita More - Programme Associate: Ms. Sunita More is the Programme Associate at Mumbai Mobile Creches (MMC), where she plays an important role in overseeing MMC’s day care centres located at construction sites and allied industries. In addition to this responsibility, Sunita also leads the Mobile Bus project, a special initiative of the organisation.

She works closely with programme teams to monitor implementation, coordinate activities, and ensure that the centres function effectively, continuing to provide a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for the children it reaches.

Sunita holds a Master's degree in Social Work from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University and has been associated with MMC for the past three years. Before joining MMC, she has 23 years of experience in the social development sector, where she was actively involved in community-based programmes and grassroots initiatives. Her field experience and commitment to child welfare contribute significantly to strengthening the reach and quality of MMC’s programmes.

Ms. Ranjana Khirade- Programme Associate: Mrs. Ranjana Khirade is the Programme Associate at Mumbai Mobile Creches (MMC), where she plays an important role in overseeing MMC’s day care centres located at construction sites and allied industries. She works closely

with programme teams to monitor implementation, coordinate activities, and ensure that the centres function effectively, providing a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for the children it reaches.

Ranjana holds a Master’s degree in Non-Formal Education and Development from S.N.D.T. Women’s University, Churchgate. She has been associated with MMC for the past three years. Prior to joining MMC, she was closely associated with the Salaam Bombay Foundation for nearly twelve years, where she served as a Team Leader and was actively involved in community-based programmes and grassroots initiatives.

Her extensive field experience and strong commitment to child welfare contribute significantly to strengthening the reach and quality of MMC’s programmes. 

The Training Team is responsible for Bal Palika Teacher Training and Bal Vikas Sahyog trainings. The Training Team also capacitates other teachers by conducting sessions on storytelling, parenting, puppet making etc.

The Education Team is responsible for curating, implementing and monitoring the education programme for children of all sections

Ms. Prachi Chavan leads the Education Team. She recently joined MMC as the Education Officer. She is a fresher who completed her Masters in Human Development from SNDT Women’s University.

The Programme Officers monitor and assess programme activities at centre level. Programme Officers (responsible for 2-3 centres) closely monitor the activities and maintain proper records to ensure that the activities are running smoothly

Ms. Shilpa Jambulkar, the Programme Coordinator is a knowledge hub of all MMC programme related information. She monitors the progress of the project through monthly meetings and centre visits.

The Assistant Programme Coordinators supervise the programme in 5-6 centres. They advise Programme Officers on ways to improve the programme quality at centres. They also help the Programme Officers in addressing any staff related issues/ concerns.

Ms. Sunita More, Programme Associate - Special Projects overlooks the functioning of Mobile Bus by conducting regular site visits and follow-ups. She has done her Masters in Social work from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad.

Ms. Nayana Jadhav and Ms. Geeta Naik are teachers that implement all the programmes at the mobile bus for children. Mr. Sanjay Magre is the person who drives the Mobile Bus and brings MMC to the children living on smaller construction sites.

Infants and toddlers are cute but it takes an army to take care of them! But our crèche teachers do that in pairs. They are responsible for the care giving and security of children belonging to the age group birth-three years. The crèche teachers make sure they receive proper nutrition so that they don't fall in the malnutrition category.

The Balwadi Teachers look after the children in the age group 3-6 years. They build the children's confidence and prepare them for formal schooling. The Balwadi teachers conduct all activities related to education, health and nutrition of children.

The After School Teachers cater to children in the age group 6- 14 years. The after-school section children are supported immensely by our teachers in order to learn languages and to bring them up to date with their local school curriculum.

Led by Mr. Pradeep Shinde, The Saksham Team aims to build the capacity of construction workers.

Ms. Sharda Wankhede implements the entire Saksham Programme on the ground. They build relationships with the community and work for their upliftment.