Mrs Asha Suri

Mrs Asha Suri had a keen interest in working for children with  special needs. She had introduced the concept of ‘Open House Meetings’  which were held for the parents of special children to interact, discuss  their problems and share experiences. The Santushti Aracde housed 10  outlets initially, which swelled to 42 under her supervision. The  Diamond Jubilee School was establish in Bangalore under her able  guidance to cater for the needs of these children. She instructed AFWWA  locals to have Libraries-cum-clubs for children at every station, which  not only proved beneficial for kids but was received with great  enthusiasm by parents. It was under her supervision that the venue for  the Annual AFWWA meeting was shifted to the Air Force Auditorium . ‘The  Best Achiever Awards, were also introduced. Mrs Suri was also  instrumental in extending training, employment and other assistance to  widows.