From Uttarakhand to Dubai: A Journey of Compassion
Girish Pant, son of Shri Nanda Ballabh Pant, hails from the beautiful state of Uttarakhand, India. Now based in Dubai, UAE, he has dedicated his life to humanitarian service, earning the nickname "`Bajrangi Bhaijaan"` from Indian media for his selfless acts of kindness.
Biography
Girish Pant is a Dubai-based humanitarian and social worker recognized internationally for repatriating over 9,500 stranded Indians and other nationals. His unwavering dedication to helping those in distress earned him the prestigious Pravasi Bharatiya Sammanin 2019, the highest civilian award for NRIs/OCIs presented by the President of India.
Born and raised in Uttarakhand, Girish moved to Dubai where he witnessed firsthand the struggles of migrant workers and stranded individuals. What started as individual acts of kindness soon evolved into a systematic approach to humanitarian aid, helping people from various nationalities including Pakistan, Nigeria, Philippines, and many others.
His work has been recognized not just by the Government of India, but also by celebrities like Sonu Sood, who publicly thanked him for his rescue operations in Saudi Arabia. The Indian media lovingly calls him "`Bajrangi Bhaijaan"` - a reference to the Bollywood character known for helping people across borders.
Key Achievements
Pravasi Bharatiya Samman
2019
Highest civilian award for NRIs/OCIs by the President of India
9,500+ Lives Rescued
Multiple Countries
Successfully repatriated thousands of stranded individuals
International Recognition
Media Coverage
Featured in Gulf News, Khaleej Times, India TV, and more
Mission & Values
Our Mission
To provide humanitarian aid and support to stranded individuals regardless of their nationality, religion, or background. Every human life has value and deserves dignity and respect.
Our Values
- • Compassion without borders
- • Dignity for all human beings
- • Transparency in all operations
- • Collaboration with authorities
Journey Timeline
2019
Received Pravasi Bharatiya Samman from the President of India for outstanding contribution to humanitarian causes.
2020-2023
Intensified rescue operations during COVID-19 pandemic, helping thousands of stranded workers return home safely.
Present
Continues humanitarian work across multiple countries, with over 9,500 people successfully helped to date.