After a decade of service in the Indian Navy, Lt Cdr Sonia Dahiya (Retd) embarked on a new journey- one rooted in purpose, authenticity and the exceptional natural wealth of Meghalaya.

Together with co-founder Dr. Nandita Lingdoh, she built Meghyra with a shared belief that some of the Northeast’s finest produce deserves to reach homes across India in a form that remains true to its origin.

For Sonia, Meghyra is about more than bringing exceptional ingredients to the market. It is about creating trust—knowing where a product comes from, respecting the land that produces it, and ensuring that quality and authenticity remain uncompromised throughout its journey.

As Co-Founder leading Pan-India Logistics & Operations, Sonia oversees the systems that connect Meghyra’s products from Meghalaya to customers across the country—from operational coordination and order fulfilment to packaging, dispatch and logistics.

Her years in the Indian Navy continue to shape the way she works, bringing discipline, precision, accountability and attention to detail into every aspect of the brand.

Through Meghyra, Sonia seeks to introduce more people to the richness and character of Northeast India—thoughtfully sourced, carefully delivered, and authentic to its roots.

A firm believer that “we are what we eat,” Dr. Nandita brings a scientific and quality-driven approach to the way Meghyra sources and delivers food. Her role begins at the farm. She works closely with farmers, beekeepers, and local producers across Meghalaya, building direct relationships and creating a transparent connection between the people who grow and produce the food and the consumers who ultimately receive it.

At Meghyra, she oversees sourcing and quality assurance—from identifying authentic native produce and understanding its origin to ensuring proper handling, processing, and storage. She also drives laboratory testing and quality verification, helping ensure that products meet Meghyra’s standards for purity, authenticity, and safety.

Her medical background gives her a unique perspective on food: quality is not simply about how a product looks or tastes, but about what ultimately goes into the body.

Through Meghyra, Dr. Nandita aims to create a trusted bridge between Meghalaya’s farmers and conscious consumers, giving farmers better visibility and value while bringing genuinely traceable, high-quality products to households across India.