UMA KRISHNA SHETTY
Visionary Leader and Philanthropist
About Uma Krishna Shetty
Uma Krishna Shetty is a respected leader and philanthropist whose life reflects a deep commitment to service, community development, and empowerment. With over two decades of dedicated involvement in the Bunts community, she has played a vital role in advancing social initiatives, supporting education, and strengthening women-led leadership. Her journey is guided by values of compassion, integrity, and purposeful leadership.
Leadership & Service
Key Leadership Roles
Chairperson - Ladies Wing, Federation of World Bunts Associations:
Led the team to outstanding success, earning recognition as the Best Ladies Wing for exemplary performance and initiatives.
Vice Chairperson & Chairperson - Bunts Sangha, Mumbai Mahila Vibhag:
Played a pivotal role in strengthening women-led initiatives, successfully mobilizing funds, and overseeing the major renovation of the Ladies Hotel.
Active Leader - Mahila Vibhag, Bunts Sangha:
Contributed significantly to planning, coordination, and execution of community-driven programs and charitable activities.
Leadership Philosophy
Uma Krishna Shetty believes that true leadership lies in service, inclusivity, and empowerment, especially in creating opportunities for women and strengthening community bonds.
Philanthropy & Community Impact
A Commitment to Giving Back
Philanthropy has always been at the heart of Uma Krishna Shetty’s journey. Along with her husband, Krishna Y. Shetty, she has been deeply involved in initiatives aimed at uplifting society through education, community welfare, and sustainable development.
Educational Initiatives
One of their most significant contributions is the establishment of the Uma Krishna Shetty Institute of Management Studies and Research, a landmark initiative dedicated to nurturing future leaders and expanding access to quality education.
Community Service
The couple has been a strong pillar of support for the Bunts Sangha, particularly within the Mahima Vibhag, contributing generously to social, cultural, and charitable programs that strengthen community bonds and support those in need.
Lasting Impact
Through consistent support, thoughtful leadership, and a spirit of service, Uma Krishna Shetty’s philanthropic efforts continue to create meaningful and lasting change across generations.
Family & Legacy
At the heart of Uma Krishna Shetty’s life is a deeply rooted commitment to family. She gracefully balances her public responsibilities with her role as a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, fostering a home built on values, integrity, and togetherness.
Children & Their Journeys
Saumya Shetty
A digital marketing professional with a postgraduate diploma in hotel management from the UK. She is married to Rohan Shetty, an investment banker, and is a proud mother to Ari, Ira, and Ria.
Saujanya Shetty
A talented fashion designer with academic credentials from NIFT, New Delhi, and Parsons School of Design, New York. She is married to Suhan Hegde, an IT professional, and they are blessed with two daughters, Alana and Rei.
Saurabh Shetty
A hospitality professional with a degree from IHM, Goa, and a postgraduate qualification from S P Jain Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai. He manages the Krishna Palace Residency group of hotels and is married to Pooja Shetty, a computer science engineer. They have a son, Idhant.
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