Aaboo Varghese is the Founder and Executive Director of Purnata, a leading anti–human trafficking organisation committed to the rescue, rehabilitation, and reintegration of women and children who have been trafficked, with a strong prevention strategy addressing source, transit, and destination by tackling both supply and demand.

With over 35 years in developmental work, including 18 years of frontline experience in anti-trafficking, he has led innovative community-based interventions across Mumbai and West Bengal, worked closely with law enforcement and government agencies, and helped establish Amoli Handicrafts, a sustainable livelihood brand for survivors rebuilding their lives. Under his leadership, Purnata has grown into a nationally recognised movement, receiving multiple recognitions, including being selected as a finalist for the 2025 .ORG Impact Awards in the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion category.

Aaboo’s work blends strategic vision with a shepherd’s heart. Aaboo is known as a leader guided by deep compassion and conviction, shaped by his passion for mentoring, advocacy, and building safer communities for women and children. Every person deserves dignity, opportunity, and freedom — and restoring that is worth a lifetime of service.

He is married to Sybil, a creative primary school teacher, and has two sons—Yohaan, a sub-editor with The Hindu, and Yeshaya, a coding enthusiast stepping into his career.