ABOUT

Through bite-sized and informative content on social media, SALHESH is actively working to advance the rich cultural heritage of the Mithilanchal region of India and Nepal, as well as beyond. SALHESH is particularly dedicated to championing societal and environmental causes, having explored these issues by facilitating direct conversations with those most affected. In order to boost awareness, visibility is key; this is something SALHESH is aiming to increase. SALHESH was founded by Aprajita Jha, a former teacher turned social activist who now works to amplify the voices of those commonly silenced in South Asia.

  • Aprajita Jha

    FOUNDER

    Aprajita Jha is a former teacher turned social activist who now works to amplify the voices of those commonly silenced in South Asia.

    Formerly President of the Association of Nepali Teraian in America (ANTA), Mrs. Jha is dedicated to furthering the interests of diaspora in the United States.

  • Juhi Thakur

    TEAM MEMBER

    Mrs. Thakur, originally from Sarisab-Pahi (Madhubani, Bihar), brings a distinctive passion and deep affinity to the rich cultural heritage of Mithila.

    Through her efforts on this platform, she is looking to resuscitate age old and often forgotten traditions and customs to the bigger diaspora living away from their roots.

  • Abhilasha Jha Choudhary

    TEAM MEMBER

    Mrs. Choudhary originally belongs to Mahinam (Darbhanga) and she currently lives in Pennsylvania, USA.

    Mrs. Choudhary is a true champion of Mithila’s culture and its values. She is passionately devoted to preserving and fostering the rich ethnic heritage and traditions of Mithila.