Prema Purao is an Indian social worker, freedom fighter and the founder of Annapurna Mahila Mandal, a non governmental organization working for the empowerment of destitute women and children.[1] She was involved in the Goa liberation movement[1] and founded Annapurna Mahila Mandal in 1975.[2] A recipient of the AIWEFA Stree Ratna Award,[1] Purao was honored by the Government of India, in 2002, with the fourth highest Indian civilian award of Padma Shri[3]
Prema Narendra Purao | |
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Born | 15 August 1935 Goa, India |
Occupation(s) | Social worker, freedom fighter |
Known for | Social service |
Spouse | Narendra Purao |
Awards | Padma Shri AIWEFA Stree Ratna Award Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh Award-1999 |