Kolkata, India | August 2026
Karma Moksha Nirvana (KMN) Foundation is proud to announce a significant academic milestone in its journey of creating sustainable social and environmental impact. The Foundation’s work has been featured as a peer-reviewed teaching case titled “Empowering Communities: The KMN Foundation’s Social Entrepreneurial Journey”, published in Emerald Emerging Markets Case Studies, an ABS-1 and Scopus-indexed journal. The case study has been developed by Sudhanshu Shekhar, Research Scholar (Marketing), and Prof. Prasanta Kumar Chopdar of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Shillong.
From Grassroots Initiative to Global Academic Case Study
What began as a humanitarian response during the COVID-19 pandemic has evolved into a pioneering social enterprise that integrates circular economy principles, textile waste management, women’s empowerment, climate action, and sustainable livelihoods.
The case study documents the evolution of KMN Foundation’s flagship initiative, RagBag, which transforms discarded textiles into eco-friendly, reusable products while creating dignified livelihood opportunities for marginalized women. It examines how a mission-driven organization successfully balances social impact with financial sustainability and operational scalability.
Advancing Knowledge in Social Entrepreneurship
Published by Emerald Publishing, the case provides valuable insights for:
Business schools and universities
Researchers and scholars
Social entrepreneurs
Policymakers
CSR professionals
Sustainability practitioners
The study explores strategic themes including:
Social Entrepreneurship
Circular Economy
Sustainable Business Model Innovation
Stakeholder Engagement
Resource-Based View (RBV)
Climate Literacy
Sustainable Consumption
Women’s Economic Empowerment
It also demonstrates how innovative social enterprises can contribute meaningfully towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 5, 8, 12, 13, and 17.
A Moment of Pride for KMN Foundation
This recognition reflects the dedication of every artisan, volunteer, donor, mentor, corporate partner, academic collaborator, and community member who has contributed to KMN Foundation’s journey over the years.
The Foundation expresses its heartfelt gratitude to Indian Institute of Management Shillong, Sudhanshu Shekhar, and Prof. Prasanta Kumar Chopdar for documenting its journey and transforming years of grassroots innovation into an academic resource that can inspire future leaders and changemakers worldwide.
Looking Ahead
As KMN Foundation continues to expand its impact across India, this publication reinforces its commitment to building scalable, inclusive, and environmentally responsible solutions that empower communities while protecting the planet.
Every discarded textile represents an opportunity.
Every empowered artisan represents hope.
Every innovation brings us one step closer to a more sustainable future.
