Manvee Kumar Saidha

State President, Maharashtra Defence Personnel Council

As the proud daughter of an onco-surgeon father who is now in his 29th year of service in the Indian Air Force and a mother who served as an ENT surgeon in the Indian Air Force as a short service commission officer, Manvee’s life has been deeply shaped by a legacy of service and perseverance. Growing up in a defence household, she developed a strong sense of adaptability, camaraderie, and resilience, which enabled her to thrive in diverse environments and build meaningful connections with peers. She draws particular inspiration from the women in the defence services—both spouses and serving officers—whose dedication, generosity, and contributions have profoundly influenced her values. Manvee graduated in the top 10 of her class from the School of Law at Christ University, Bangalore. She is currently an Associate in the Debt Finance practice at Trilegal, a Tier 1 law firm, where she is also actively engaged in the firm’s CSR initiatives. Her research has been recognised nationally and internationally, and she has been invited as a speaker to present at various conferences. In addition, she serves on the editorial boards of several commercial law blogs. Manvee volunteers as a mentor in multiple networks, working to enhance the employability of the next generation of women.