I am the founder and chairman of the International Network of Social Entrepreneurs

INSE provides a global platform for Social Entrepreneurs to connect, share and collaborate on a series of key sustainable projects contributing to the complete eradication of extreme poverty by 2015 and the restoration of peace on Earth.

INSE members are working in line with the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) signed by 191 U.N nations back in 2002. INSE is actively promoting Social Entrepreneurship around the world with a series of events planned for Q2 of 2008.

INSE's vision is to have different stakeholders combining their expertise, skills, talents and passion, working in a highly collaborative fashion toward the betterment of humanity and an increased protection of planet Earth.

"Fostering Connections to Pursue Business Endeavors with Social & Environmental Benefits"

The Indian animation industry today stands at Rs 12 billion, and is projected to grow to Rs 42 billion by 2009 (as per FICCI). Animation in India is currently riding on two key factors - a large base of highly skilled labour, and low cost of production. While the industry is gaining prominence steadily, several important factors such as the government's role in supporting the animation industry, producing original content locally, and the importance of training, will steer the industry to greater heights.