Exciting changes are underway at Duwa this month! We have launched a host of fresh initiatives since the beginning of May to expand our reach and impact.
We are thrilled to announce that on 10th May 2026, we officially opened a brand-new display stall inside the popular PNQ Cafe in Kothrud. We warmly invite our volunteers, supporters, and customers to visit us, explore our collection, and shop our unique products.
Empowering Women, Expanding Reach
This new venue is a major milestone for our artisans. It provides a vibrant platform for the talented, hardworking women supported by Duwa, helping their beautifully crafted products reach a much wider audience. Driven by Youthful Energy
PNQ – is a venture by young entrepreneurs – Siddhi and Hrishikesh. So the initiative has been fueled by the incredible energy of young volunteers. They are successfully bridging the gap between our mission and a new generation of socially conscious shoppers.
Come visit the Duwa stall at PNQ Cafe today to support women’s empowerment and find your next favorite product!

On 26th April 2026, Duwa Kendra Foundation was the recipient of a notable award. The Manashakti Research centre, Lonavla honoured Duwa with the ‘मनशक्ती सन्मान सत्कृत्याचा Award’ during its Golden Jubilee Celebration ceremony.

The award consisted of a trophy and a cash prize of Fifty Thousand Rupees which was bestowed upon Duwa Kendra Foundation in the presence of notable dignitaries including, senior researcher, Dr. G. B. Deglurkar; founder of Chanakya Mandal Parivar, Mr. Avinash Dharmadhikari; the Mayor of Pune, Mrs. Manjusha Nagpure and senior reporter Mr. Vijay Kuvlekar.

The ceremony took place in the evening of 26th at Abhinav Vidyalay, Pune and marked another milestone in the journey of Duwa towards connecting haves and have-nots.

We at Duwa are grateful for this recognition from Manashakti and would continue to expand and extend its social endeavours.