Quick Info
| Profession | Social worker |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 26/12/1948 |
| Age | 77 years |
| Birthplace | Anandawana, Chandrapur District, Maharashtra, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
Latest News about Prakash Amte
05/09/2026
A Marathi-language news outlet reported that Prakash Amte was admitted to a hospital for further treatment, with family members sharing updates about his condition. The report indicated that his health had improved afterward and that discharge was expected soon.
24/08/2025
Prakash Amte spoke at a public honor ceremony linked to the birth anniversary celebrations of writer and social reformer Anna Bhau Sathe. The event included a social awareness and felicitation program, where Amte said the recognition gave him renewed energy.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Prakash Baba Amte |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 173 cm |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Nagpur University |
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| Educational Qualification | M.B.B.S. MS General Surgery |
Personal Life
| Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Capricorn |
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| Religion | Hinduism |
| Hobbies | Reading, Cycling, Listening To Radio |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | Baba Amte |
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| Mother | Sadhana Tai Amte |
| Siblings | Vikas Amte (Doctor, Social Worker) |
| Spouse | Mandakini Amte (Doctor, Social Worker) |
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Career
| Awards, Honours, Achievements |
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| Current Position | Medical Director, Lok Biradari Prakalp, Hemalkasa |
| Organization | Maharogi Samiti, Warora |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Prakash Amte is the son of the renowned social worker Baba Amte. | |
| 2. A postage stamp was issued by the Principality of Monaco in 1995 to honor Prakash and Mandakini. | |
| 3. Animal Ark currently shelters a variety of wild animals including leopards, jackals, jungle cats, and more. | |
| 4. In 2014, a biopic titled ‘Dr. Prakash Baba Amte: The Real Hero’ depicted Amte’s life, starring Nana Patekar and Sonali Kulkarni. | |
| 5. Prakash Amte's autobiography is titled Prakashvata, meaning Pathways to Light, and he has also authored Raanmitra (Jungle Friends), sharing his experiences with his wild friends. | |
| 6. Lok Biradari Prakalp provides healthcare to approximately 40,000 individuals annually. | |
| 7. He has authored several books including Alokit Path and has been featured as a TED speaker. |
