Our Team
The BASTA Foundation is more than an organization – it is a team of highly devoted individuals determined to uplift the lives of underprivileged children in India. We have people from all walks of life who have come together to serve a common goal. We have all experienced hardships in our lives and want to safeguard these children from undergoing the same. Knowing the importance of education and the massive difference it can make to a child’s life, we work tirelessly to help underprivileged children gain access to quality education. Spreading awareness about this importance has helped us keep several children in school and away from child labor where their parents would send them. In addition to child education, we also work on various essential issues such as environmental degradation, women empowerment, disaster aid, and providing medical care to the needy. With our teamwork, the mission to uplift the lives of our fellow citizens and bring progress to the underprivileged is getting closer to reality as each day passes.
Ms Shivani Nair
Ms Shivani Nair is an Advocate Practicing in New Delhi. An avid supporter and advocate for Mental Health, she has written articles on Mental Health which have been published in notable websites like SCC Online and UNICEF Voices of Youth. Since her law school days, she has been actively involved in a lot of pro-bono legal aid matters, whether it was at her law school cell or any other organisation. She has her own social media page named- Shivani Speaks Legally where she talks about law and lifestyle. She is also an active member and City President of the Law Awareness Society, a society that actively promotes legal awareness in rural and urban masses and a volunteer for Association for Women’s Rights in Development (AWID), Toronto, Canada. As an active lawyer focused on upliftment of children and mental health advocate, she honourily working with Basta Foundation.
Mr Nishant Kumar Balyan
Advocate Nishant Kumar Balyan is a seasoned legal professional practicing at the Supreme Court of India and the Delhi High Court. With a diverse expertise spanning Criminal, Constitutional, Civil, Commercial, and Family Laws, he has built a reputation for providing timely relief and effective legal consultation. His rich experience at the Bar in Delhi extends to litigating matters in various other states’ High Courts, showcasing his versatility and commitment to delivering justice. Nishant Kumar Balyan has carved a niche for himself in the legal fraternity, earning recognition for his adept handling of complex legal issues and dedication to serving his clients’ needs.
Mr Rupinder Pal SIngh
Mr. Rupinder Pal Singh is a dynamic and result- oriented legal professional with about 15 years of an experience in the legal arena. He has had an illustrious career and bestowed with various accolades. He is an independent practicing advocate recognized as the firm’s face for its Delhi High Court, Courts of Sessions and various Tribunals practice and has an experience in various fields of law such as Public Interest Litigation, Constitutional Writs, POCSO, Criminal law, Domestic Violence, Matrimonial disputes, Negotiable Instrument Act, White collar crimes etc. As an individual, he considers himself as an avid learner, fascinated by the intricacies of the legal field. Mr. Rupinder has been humbled to have worked on some noteworthy cases like building of public toilets for the transgenders in State of NCT of Delhi. He has formerly advised PSUs like Central Warehosuing Corporation of India, Qube Cinema Technologies Pvt. Ltd., various govt. departments like EDMC, DDA, MTNL, Delhi University and still handling legal matters as a Senior Panel Counsel for Union of India, Indian Railways and for private clients.
Mr. Mukesh Advani
‘Mr. Mukesh Advani’ is a social & political activist. He did his M. A. in Hindi Literature & Language from University of Mumbai. He is a creative writer, poet, lyricist & FM Radio personality. He participated in many programs of Akashvani (AIR) using his writing skills & voice. He has been a prominent Radio Jockey (RJ) of Mumbai’s first FM Rainbow 107.1 & FM Gold 100.7. He wrote the title song of serial “Shoorveer Maharana Pratap” which was telecasted on DD1. The title song was sung by playback singer Vinod Rathod and Late Shri Vinod Khanna (Former Member Of Parliament) played the role of Maharana Pratap. Along with his creative activities, Mukesh Advani considers it his duty to serve the society & the nation selflessly so he is honorary working with the Basta Foundation.
