Sunder Ramakrishnan

Indian social entrepreneur providing clean water access to 10 million+ people through solar-powered filtration systems

Sunder Ramakrishnan is the visionary behind Water Health India, a social enterprise that has revolutionized rural water access since 2020. His patented UV filtration systems powered by solar energy now serve over 10 million people in 23 Indian states, reducing waterborne diseases by 70% in target communities. Ramakrishnan's Pay-As-You-Go model allows families to access clean water for just ₹5/month, making it 80% cheaper than alternatives.

In 2022, his team pioneered the world's first AI-driven water quality monitoring system, enabling real-time tracking of over 200 water parameters. This innovation won the UN Water Prize and inspired similar systems in Bangladesh and Kenya. His 2024 documentary 'Every Drop Counts' highlighted how his technology reached remote Himalayan villages.

Key partnerships include collaborations with World Economic Forum and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, scaling operations to 500+ rural hubs. Ramakrishnan's 2025 book 《Water Democracy》 argues for universal water rights through technology, becoming a UNICEF recommended resource.