GOA | SEPTEMBER 2026: Mrs. Sandra Fernandes, Chairperson of the Women’s Wing of the Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI), has been honoured with the prestigious UBUNTU Star Gold Award 2026 under the Service Sector – Outside Karnataka category at a ceremony held in Bengaluru.
The award recognises her contribution, achievements and excellence in entrepreneurship, while acknowledging her continued efforts towards promoting entrepreneurship, empowering women and strengthening the business community.
Recognition for Entrepreneurship and Leadership
The UBUNTU Star Gold Award 2026 celebrates individuals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, enterprise and meaningful contributions to society and the wider business ecosystem.
For Goa, the recognition highlights the growing contribution of its entrepreneurs and business leaders to the national entrepreneurial landscape, particularly in the service sector.
The honour also recognises Mrs. Fernandes’ commitment to creating opportunities for entrepreneurs and supporting women in business and leadership.
Distinguished Gathering in Bengaluru
The UBUNTU Star Award 2026 programme brought together prominent personalities from government, industry, entrepreneurship and social development.
The distinguished guests included Smt. Khushboo Goel, IAS, Commissioner, Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Karnataka, who attended as Guest of Honour; Smt. Rohini Sindhuri, IAS, Secretary, MSME, Government of Karnataka, who was the Chief Guest; and Mr. Sadham D. Zarjahan, CEO, International Youth Council, Headquarters UNIDO, New York, USA, as Guest of Honour.
Also present was Ms. Vita Dani, philanthropist and Co-Founder, Dani Sports Foundation, as Guest of Honour.
Mrs. K. Ratnaprabha, IAS (Retd.), President, Ubuntu Consortium and Former Chief Secretary, Government of Karnataka, delivered the opening remarks and welcome address.
The presence of the distinguished guests added significance to the event and underscored the importance of entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership and inclusive economic growth.
Sandra Fernandes Dedicates Honour to Entrepreneurs and Women Leaders
Speaking on the occasion, Mrs. Sandra Fernandes expressed her gratitude for the recognition and dedicated the honour to entrepreneurs, women leaders and members of the business community who continue to inspire positive change.
Her recognition comes as another milestone in her journey of leadership and entrepreneurship and brings national attention to Goa’s contribution to the entrepreneurial and service sector landscape.
As Chairperson of the GCCI Women’s Wing, Fernandes has also been associated with initiatives aimed at encouraging women’s participation in business and creating a stronger ecosystem for women entrepreneurs.
The UBUNTU Star Gold Award 2026 serves as recognition of her achievements while highlighting the role of women leaders in driving enterprise, innovation and inclusive economic development.
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