Daivata Patil

Communication Strategist. Media Educator & Researcher. Film Producer. Tedx Speaker. Gender Activist. Global Citizen.

[Daivata Patil @DaivataPatil]

Destiny has brought us together once again! @ShainaNC, who was the presenter of our first film Barayan, now joins us for our second project. It’s truly wonderful to reconnect with her, and I’m grateful for her guidance, support, and expertise on our upcoming Marathi film Asha.

[Daivata Patil @DaivataPatil]

@draramadoss Leadership with a healing touch can do wonders 🙏🏻

[Dr ANBUMANI RAMADOSS @draramadoss]

I feel a profound sense of pride and emotional fulfillment after watching the Marathi film Asha, which powerfully portrays the life and service of an ASHA health worker. I was moved to tears seeing a full-length feature film based on an initiative that began as a public health mission during my tenure as the Union Health Minister of India.

The ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) initiative was conceived and launched under the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) on April 12, 2005, as the world’s largest public health programme. It was built on a clear political vision — to democratize healthcare, decentralize service delivery, and empower rural women as the backbone of India’s public health system. It was not merely a scheme; it was a social revolution in rural healthcare.

When we initiated this mission, the challenges were enormous. Rural India faced high maternal and infant mortality rates, limited access to institutional deliveries, and inadequate awareness of preventive healthcare. Over the past two decades, India has witnessed a historic transformation, with the maternal mortality rate reduced by nearly 60% and the infant mortality rate reduced by nearly 80%. These are not mere statistics; they represent lakhs of saved mothers and children, and stronger families across rural India.

Today, there are more than 10 lakh ASHAs working tirelessly across the country. They serve as the first point of contact between our healthcare system and rural communities. They are trusted companions for pregnant women, guardians of newborn health, facilitators of immunisation, and champions of nutrition and sanitation awareness.

The global community has also recognised their extraordinary contribution. In 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) conferred the Global Health Leaders Award on India’s ASHA workforce, recognising their outstanding service in advancing public health, strengthening community outreach, and playing a critical role during the COVID-19 pandemic.

ASHA workers have become the face of grassroots governance. They are the bridge between the government and the people. They embody the spirit of inclusive development and women-led empowerment.

Watching this transformative journey portrayed on screen was not just emotional , it was deeply personal. I vividly remember the long hours we spent over several months, conceptualising this mission, refining every detail, within the walls of Nirman Bhavan, New Delhi. I wholeheartedly congratulate the writer, director, producer, and the entire cast and crew of the film Asha, now streaming on Amazon Prime Video, for bringing national attention to the silent warriors of our healthcare system. This film is a tribute to India’s grassroots democracy in action.

Let this film remind us that visionary public policy, backed by political will and sustained commitment, can truly change the destiny of a nation.

[The Filmy Charcha @thefilmycharcha]

“#Asha” (2025) (Movie) Released Date, Cast, Director, Story, Budget and More…
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[CinemaRare @CinemaRareIN]

Marathi film #Asha (2025) by #DeepakPatil, ft. #RinkuRajguru #SainkeetKamat #UshaNaik #ShubhangiBhujbal #DishaDanade & #SuhasSirsat, now streaming on @PrimeVideoIN.

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[Maharashtra State Commission for Women @Maha_MahilaAyog]

महाराष्ट्र राज्य महिला आयोग आणि विल्सन महाविद्यालय, मुंबई यांच्या संयुक्त विद्यमाने आयोजित 'महिला सुरक्षा आणि सामाजिक मानसिकता" परिसंवादाची क्षणचित्रे..

[Maharashtra State Commission for Women @Maha_MahilaAyog]

आयोगाच्या अध्यक्षा रूपाली चाकणकर यांच्या प्रमुख उपस्थितीत झालेल्या परिसंवाद स्मार्तना पाटील, भा.पो.से, पोलीस उपायुक्त, पुणे, मनोवैज्ञानिक डॉ. मीनल साने-जोशी, प्रा. सोनाली कुसुम, डॉ. सत्यवती चौबे हे सहभागी झाले तर प्रा. दैवता पाटील यांनी परिसंवादाचे संचालन केले.

[Daivata Patil @DaivataPatil]

Happy to provide career guidance to the aspiring youth of India at the NCC girl cadets training. Hailing from various corners of Maharashtra, these girls gathered for a week-long training. It is truly gratifying to witness the vibrant & optimistic spirit of these chirpy souls.

[miffIndia @miff_india]

An open forum on the 'Promotion of Documentaries and Short Films through Social Media' was conducted at the 18th MIFF. The session had Daivata Patil, Jacob Philip, senior journalist Santoshee Gulabkali Mishra, author Anant Vijay, and Piyush Pande, an award-winning filmmaker.

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@ugc_india @mamidala90 It's a good decision but what about the infrastructure, teachers and other support staff required for it? We need to first address these issues before we start with bi-annually.

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@RavindraSathe64 Wonderful 👍🏼

[The Economist @TheEconomist]

Vietnamese children go through one of the best schooling systems in the world. That has helped the economy too

[Daivata Patil @DaivataPatil]

Nothing compares to a beautiful conversation with an equally beautiful soul. Had an opportunity to interact with the very renowned Goan writer and Jnanpith awardee (ज्ञानपीठ पुरस्कार) Shri Damodar Mauzo (fondly known as Bhai).

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College fests are good platforms for students to learn group comm, leadership skills, event mgt & handle crises. Was happy to be part of Mittal College Annual Fest as a Chief Guest. The energies & aspirations of these young minds r very hopeful for the bright future of our nation

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Met Samar Nakhate sir after a long time & listening to him is always a treat. He developed the perspective of reading cinema & converted us from being a passive spectator to an active reader of Cinema. It is bcoz of him both of us got into filmmaking. Thank you sir!