Richa Dalwani (@the-fiction-girl)

Richa Dalwani

Founder, The Heritage Art

Dreamer & Doer, revolutionizing Indian Souvenirs & Cultural Gifting industry. Searching for the 11 people who made Bill Gates one of the richest man.

Entrepreneur, The Heritage Art | Creator, The Fiction Girl |

Bachelors in Law & Commerce, Company Secretary, Masters in Mass Communication & Journalism.

With work experience of 10 years in diverse fields and industries ranging from energy to museums to production houses to branding & advertising to events to being a serial founder of a couple of small businesses, Richa has grown into a level-headed entrepreneur with never-give-up attitude infused with grit.

A firm believer of equality and inclusivity with a vision of creating an impact, not just influence. Currently, Richa is working on a powerful and unique mission of 'at least one Indian souvenir in every Indian house' to popularize the beauty of Indian legacy and to sensitize children and youth to preserve Indian heritage of all kinds.

Richa envisages to be a global leader and changemaker and the empowering voice to represent women, craftsmen and India.

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