Ambani family’s ‘badi bahu’ Shloka Mehta recently opened up about her philanthropic endeavours and how a call from a widow changed her perspective. Read on to know more! New Delhi: In a rare and insightful interview on The Krish Kothari Show, Shloka Mehta, daughter-in-law of Mukesh Ambani, shared the moving story behind her philanthropic initiative, ConnectFor. Sitting alongside her co-founder Maniti Shah, the Ambani ‘bahu’ revealed how the organisation was born, offering a rare peek inside her life at the luxurious Ambani residence, Antilia.
What is ConnectFor and how is it related to Shloka Mehta? Shloka, 34, married Akash Ambani, the eldest son of Mukesh and Nita Ambani. But despite being a part of one of India’s wealthiest families, her heart is dedicated to philanthropy. In 2015, she launched ConnectFor, a platform aimed at bridging the gap between volunteers and non-profits.
Backed by the Rosy Blue Foundation—her family’s philanthropic arm—the initiative addresses a growing need for skilled volunteers in India’s NGO sector. During the interview, Shloka recounted how ConnectFor started as a response to a friend’s dilemma. After returning from the U.
S., her friend wanted to contribute to society before diving into her corporate career but struggled to find meaningful volunteer opportunities. This highlighted the lack of accessibility in the NGO sector, and it sparked an idea for Shloka.
“There are so many talented individuals who could help, but no.