Anu Rathi — Lifetime Member & UPAD Lifetime Service Award Recipient
Community ServiceArts & CultureHealthcare
A Life Devoted to Service, Culture, and Family
Anu Rathi is a multifaceted artist—a talented singer, dancer, and fine artist with a deep passion for cultural and creative expression. Growing up in a family of filmmakers in India, she was immersed in music, performance, and the arts from an early age.
She has graced numerous cultural stages and brought her expertise as a judge for Bollywood Dance Fusion competitions, where her artistic insight and experience have been widely celebrated.
Beyond the arts, Anu has built a distinguished professional career in healthcare, holding a master's degree and serving as an ultrasound technologist for over 16 years—bringing precision and care to her work in the medical field.
Service to community is not a duty but a privilege—a way of honoring the heritage we carry and the future we build together.
— UPAD Community Values
Deeply rooted in her faith and community, Anu received UPAD's Lifetime Service Award in recognition of her unwavering commitment to service and community building.
A proud mother of two highly accomplished adult children, Anu has been intentional about instilling strong Indic values, cultural pride, and a deep connection to their heritage—ensuring the next generation carries forward the traditions and principles she holds dear.
She gracefully balances her professional excellence and artistic pursuits with her role as a devoted wife. Her husband, Rajendra Rathi, is also a Lifetime Service Award co-winner, past UPAD Board Member and Chairperson, and dedicated community advocate.
A Legacy of Service and Excellence
Anu Rathi's journey exemplifies what it means to live a life of purpose—one where professional excellence, artistic expression, and community service are not separate pursuits but threads woven into a single, meaningful whole. Her story is a testament to the power of dedication, the importance of cultural preservation, and the enduring value of service to others.
From the stages where she performs to the medical facilities where she serves patients, from the cultural events she helps judge to the family values she instills in her children, Anu Rathi represents the very best of what our community can be—grounded in tradition, committed to excellence, and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others.
Anu Rathi — Cultural programs and artistic contributions
