रंगणार राणा आणि दलजितचा वज्रकेसरी सामना

तुझ्यात जीव रंगला या मालिकेत गेले काही काळ ज्या क्षणाची सर्वजण वाट पाहाताहेत तो क्षण अखेर येऊन ठेपलाय. राणाचा अपघात झाल्यानंतर त्याने शेती आणि कुस्तीची आशाच सोडली होती. त्यामुळे नैराश्याच्या गर्तेत गेलेल्या राणाला अखेर या मातीनेच पुन्हा उठून उभं राहाण्याचं बळ दिलं. अंजली आणि गावकऱ्यांच्या साथीने राणा वज्रकेसरीसाठी पुन्हा उभा राहीलाय. येत्या २६ नोव्हेंबरला राणा आणि दलजितचा जंगी कुस्तीचा सामना रंगणारेय. अंजलीला वाढदिवसाची भेट म्हणून वज्रकेसरीची गदा आणण्याचा राणाचा निश्चय आहे. पण दलजितला हाताशी घेऊन नंदिताने काही नवे डावपेच आखलेत. अटीतटीच्या या सामन्यात हिमालयाला सह्याद्रीचा मावळा भिडणारेय.

या महाएपिसोडसाठी १७ ते १९ नोव्हेंबरला कोल्हापूर जवळील इचलकरंजी इथे शूटिंग पार पडले. शूटिंगच्या पहिल्या दिवशी खऱ्या खुऱ्या पैलवानांच्या अनेक प्रदर्शनी कुस्तीही इथे झाल्या. राणा आणि दलजीतचा सामना पाहाण्यासाठी गावा गावातून लोकं आली असून या विशेष भागासाठी कुस्ती क्षेत्रात अढळ स्थान मिळवलेले काही दिग्गज मान्यवरही उपस्थित होते. उपस्तित दिग्गजांची यादी खालील प्रमाणे.

दुखण्याला घाबरत नाही तो सच्चा पैलवान! त्यामुळे राणादा दलजितला धुळ चारत मैदान मारणार यात शंकाच नाही. हा अटीतटीचा सामना बघायला विसरू नका २६ नोव्हेंबर साध्य. ८ वा. फक्त झी मराठी आणि झी मराठी एचडी वर!

१. मालिकेची संपूर्ण स्टारकास्ट

२. रुस्तम ए हिंद, महान भारत केसरी पै. दादू मामा चौगुले

३. हिंद केसरी पै. गणपतराव आंदळकर

४. हिंद केसरी पै. दिनानाथ सिंह

५. हिंद केसरी पै. योगेश दोडके

६. डबल महाराष्ट्र केसरी पै. चंद्रहार पाटील

७. महाराष्ट्र केसरी पै. सईद चाऊस

८. उपमहाराष्ट्र केसरी पै. रामा माने

९. ऑलिंपिकवीर बंडा मामा रेठरेकर

१०. पै. मारुती मानुगडे

११. पहिले हिंदकेसरी पै. श्रीपती तथा अण्णा खंचनाळे

१२. महापौर केसरी पै. अमृत भोसले तथा मामा भोसले

१३. प्रसिद्ध कुस्ती निवेदक शंकर अण्णा पुजारी

MR. GOUTAM GHOSH TAKES OVER AS TECHNICAL DIRECTOR - MAHANAGAR GAS LIMITED

Mumbai, 21 November, 2017: Mr. Goutam Ghosh has been appointed as Technical Director-Mahanagar Gas Limited from November 20, 2017.

Mr. Ghosh has held operational and strategic roles in offshore exploration, development & production in national and international companies viz., ONGC, TOTAL, TATA, ARCO, BG and Shell. In a career spanning over 35 years, he has worked and lived in India, USA, France and UK and has successfully led multinational teams in large operated ventures to deliver as per global standards.

Before taking over his current role in MGL, he was Head, HSSE & Assurance, BGEPIL (a part of the Royal Dutch Shell plc group of companies) and a member of the Asset Leadership Team of BGEPIL since 2011. Apart from leading the HSSE and Engineering functions in BGEPIL, he was also the Shell HSSE Focal Point for all Integrated Gas Ventures of Shell in India.

Mr. Goutam Ghosh is a Post-graduate from Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad and earned a Diploma in Management from Chartered Management Institute, UK. He has also attended Global Advanced Management Programme by ISB/ Kellogg School of Management. A trained Shell Safety Leadership Coach, and Shell HSSE & Social Performance Control Framework Auditor, he is affiliated to the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) USA.

Goa a ‘hot shot’ tourism destination- film and film producers bringing name and fame for Goa on the silver screen

Goa and its connection with films is something that goes back a long way. Whether it is the scenery in movies like Ek Duje Ke Liye or the forts that became iconic after Dil Chahta Hai or even the majestic Dudhsagar falls that formed the backdrop for a vital scene in the blockbuster Chennai Express, Goa has always treasured a special place among film makers. It is not just the Indian film industry that’s smitten by Goa, Hollywood too hasn’t escaped the charms of this state. The second of the Bourne series - 'The Bourne Supremacy' was shot in a number of locations, one of them being the picturesque beach state of India, Goa.

It is not just beaches that Goa has to offer. The runaway hit Aashiqui 2 highlighted the gorgeous Panjim Church, Ajab Prem Ki Gazab Kahani highlighted some more unknown locations. Hits like Singham Returns were shot in Aldona, whileFinding Fanny, which didn’t feature a single shot of the beach, captured the beauty of the hinterlands of Goa.

The iconic silver screen personality Amitabh Bachchan, whose debut film  Saat Hindustani was shot in Goa, has also shot several other films in Goa one of them being ‘Bhootnath’ developing a close and warm relationship with this state. One of Shah Rukh Khan's best performances in Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa shot the Holy Spirit Church, Margao. His recent  hit Dear Zindagi also  captures  the best of Goa’s heritage and  architecture.

What has also helped is that these movies have done well at the box office, as a result, Goa has added to its repertoire of landmarks to include the ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ Fort or the ‘Singham’ bridge!

The records available with Entertainment Society of Goa (ESG), a state government body dealing with permissions for film shootings, show that even tele-serials and reality shows are stepping into the scene.

There are several reasons why filmmakers choose to shoot in Goa. One is the landscape - the beautiful beaches, water bodies, waterfalls and mountains. The other reason is the architecture - the churches, temples and houses. What also works in the state’s favour is that there is ample amount of connectivity and transport - railways, roadways, airways, waterways, etc.

Accommodation is never a problem – so whether you are looking for resorts, five star hotels, boutique properties, hostels or homestays – Goa has it all. And the last, but certainly one of the most important reason, are the Goans themselves for their warmth and hospitality.  They are non-interfering, friendly; don’t disturb the stars by thronging at the venue of the shoot nor clamor for pictures or autographs. 

What is the reason behind this affinity towards Goa? Several filmmakers say that the calm and peaceful environs of the state forms a perfect backdrop that allows them to pen their stories. During this time, they develop a fondness for the state which leads them to shoot here as well. At the same time, filmmakers also admit that the challenge lies in exploring places in Goa that haven’t been captured on the screen already.

Today Konkani Cinema is also taking the world by storm with some really good quality movies produced by Goan film producers. While budgets may not be as high as those of Bollywood,  yet Konkani films have scored well at the box office and featured in international film festivals and bagged national  and   international laurels. The Goan film industry made a small beginning in the early 60’s.

The first full-length movie was made in 1950 Mogacho Anvddo by Jerry Braganza from Mapusa. Another landmark movie was produced and released in the year 1977 under the title Bhuierantlo Munis which was shot in USA, Paris and Russia and it was produced by Tony Coutinho and Chris Perry under the banner of Chripton Motion Pictures. Since then Konkani cinema has been rolling.

The first Konkani film to make an impact internationally was Laxmikant Shetgaonkar’s Paltadcho Munis (The Man across the Bridge) which won the FIPRESCI award at the Toronto Film Festival in 2009. Amche Noxib (1963), Nirmon (1966) and Bhuierantlo Munis (1977), the first colour film in Konkani are some significant Konkani movies over the years.  Likewise Aleesha (2004) and Antarnaad (2006) won the National Award, while O’Maria (2010) went on to become one of the biggest hits ever. Enemy, Home  Sweet Home,  Nachom-ia-Kumpasar, Digant, K Sera Sera have been  some  recent  successful  Konkani films which have entertained audiences  nationally and globally.

Marathi film producers have also done Goa proud. Films like Eka Sagar Kinare,, Disha, Hello Gandhe Sir, Chandi by Dnyaneshwar Govekar  and  many more have also been  hits at several film festivals.

The International Film Festival India – Goa  which is now  a permanent  festival venue in Goa has  also encouraged Goan film producers  as several Konkani and Marathi films  are being featured in  the Indian Panorama section.  The state government’s financial assistance has also facilitated film producers in Goa to come forth with good quality films. Use of technology and quality content has also given a fillip to Goan cinema.

Realizing the potential  that Goa has for developing Goa  as a Film Tourism Destination,  the government  is proposing  to have various infrastructure facilities in place such as a film city  which will facilitation film production and  various  segments of  film making,  training etc. Providing equipment like cranes, spot lights, reflectors, camera etc. and many other production facilities needed for film shootings and editing will also be an area which will create employment opportunities, directly and indirectly. Today Goa has also got multiplexes in some of its cities and theatres of the past have upgraded to make screenings more comfortable an enjoyable.

Hon’ble Minister for Tourism, Govt. of Goa, Mr. Manohar Ajgaonkar, said “Goa is the most preferred destination for film shootings. Goa’s picturesque locations make it a hot spot for films and producers to come and capture the scenic locations of Goa which includes the beaches, heritage, hinterlands, monsoons, adventure activities, festivals and much more. Goa is all set to organize the annual International Film Festival (IFFI) and will draw the film fraternity and film fans to Goa in large numbers. The Entertainment Society of Goa also plays an important role in easing out procedures and permissions for film shootings in Goa through a single window system. Films produced in Goa serve as a platform for promoting the state nationally and worldwide showcasing its bountiful beauty, facets, avenues and a lot more.”

Amruta Fadnavis singing new cherishable song

    Amruta Fadnavis being a trained classical singer reached to the masses from her first music video ‘Phir Se’ which gained nearly 2 million views is now set to woo every heart with her new song  which mainly emphasizes on imperishable bond of mother and daughter.

    Amruta Fadnavis is going to sing for new upcoming Marathi movie ‘ Pari hoon mai’ the song titled ‘Chandana Bilori Kalya…’ which shows enduring relationship which she surely has with her daughter too. This melodious song has been written by Abhishek Khankar and music is given by Samir Saptiskar. The movie which stars Nandu Madhav in lead role directed by Rohit Shilwant.

Singapore Tourism Board brings Passion made Possible to life with the Singapore Weekender at Mumbai’s Sassoon Docks

~ Organised as part of STB’s new brand launch, the exciting activity-filled weekend will feature Singaporean talents, driven by their passion for the arts, showcasing

a different perspective of the Lion City.

Mumbai, 8 November 2017:  Following the unveiling by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) of the country’s inside-out, unified brand “Passion Made Possible” in Singapore, a series of promotional activities has kicked off in India.  The weekend of November 17-19, 2017 will see the Board partnering St+art India Foundation to present the Singapore Weekender as part of the St+art Urban Art Festival in Mumbai. The STB has partnered not-for-profit St+art India Foundation and Impresario Group to create a three-day experiential festival to showcase some of the Lion City’s brightest self-made talents in art, music, dance, food, film and photography across Mumbai – at the Sassoon Dock in Colaba as part of the St+art Mumbai 2017 Festival and in Social restaurants in the city.

Speaking about the unconventional approach adopted by the STB for its brand launch activation in India, GB Srithar, Regional Director – South Asia, Middle East & Africa, explained “Over the years, we have been successful in establishing Singapore as a top family travel destination for Indian travellers. Our efforts to promote the country as a family-friendly destination have been effective and this segment takes up the biggest proportion of Indian visitors to Singapore. However, with an estimated 65% of India’s population being 35 years and under with strong disposable income and increasingly travelling overseas, we are reaching out to them. These young adults or working millennials seek immersive, unique and local experiences and Singapore presents a plethora of options.

We are happy to partner with St+art India Foundation and Impresario Group, both players known to break boundaries in their own fields, to present Singapore in a different light. By showcasing seven (7) Singaporean artistes and talents’ work in line with our Passion Made Possible brand to the Indian audiences, we hope to entrench Singapore as an exciting lifestyle hot spot. Many travel interest triggers, like music, art, dining can be satiated in Singapore. I am heartened by the fact that both Singaporean and Indian talents and local Mumbaikers will collaborate for many of the presentations, fostering artistic friendships.”

Warmly Invited for the Singapore Weekender @ ST+art Mumbai 2017

The STB is putting out a warm invitation to Mumbaikers and visitors in Mumbai to experience the Singapore Weekender. The public-access festival will give audiences a taste of Singapore’s vibrant arts and culture scene with a dynamic line-up of talents. Between  17^th to 19^th November, passionate artists the likes of Tan Zi Xi and The Yok & Sheryo, will be putting up larger-than-life installations as part of the St+art Mumbai 2017 festival‘s Sassoon Dock Art Project. Renowned architectural photographer Darren Soh will showcase his cityscapes alongside Indian photographer Vibhor Yadav. Turntablist, Producer and Asian hip hop champion DJ KoFlow will be in town to turn up the beat Lion City style, while b-boying crew Radical Forze will meet Dharavi b-boying outfit Slum Gods for a dance battle. The public can also look forward to a diverse array of interactive events including a Zine festival and screen printing workshop with Knuckles & Notch - a Singapore-based design and risograph press, as well as Singapore film screenings by Singaporean film and photography centre Objectifs.

Shedding light on the collaboration, Akshat Nauriyal, Co-Founder, Content Director and Digital Head of ST+art India Foundation said “Singapore and Mumbai are both global capitals with a strong sense of culture and thriving creative communities. This collaboration between the Singapore Tourism Board and St+art India Foundation has enabled us to showcase some of the most prolific artists from both nations through contextual projects that are deeply rooted in the contemporary realities of both cities".

A limited-edition Social X Singapore collaboration

Injecting some tongue-in-cheek flavour into the mix is Chef Bjorn Shen, enfant terrible of the Singaporean culinary scene and ‘dudestronomy’ advocate. As part of the Singapore Weekender, he will be collaborating with Impresario Group’s Executive Chef Gresham Fernandes to launch a special Singapore menu that will be available at all Social outlets across Mumbai from 18 November to 8 December 2017.  

Riyaaz Amlani, CEO & MD, Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. (parent company of Social) says, "We are delighted to support Singapore Tourism Board's new brand, Passion Made Possible, by providing a platform to introduce their rich culinary heritage to an Indian audience. This collaboration will not only help Social introduce the guests to the most authentic flavours of Singapore through a co-created menu, but will also serve to bring the two countries together; reinstating the culture-defying Social experience."

Singapore is Passion Made Possible

The Singapore Weekender is designed to bring together people from all walks of life by using their various interests as a common platform, an aspect Yuemin Li-Misra, Area Director, South Asia (New Delhi) hopes will translate to Singapore when Indians next consider it as a travel destination. “When we were looking for partners for the brand launch, we wanted someone who not only embodied the Passion Made Possible ethos, but also reflected Singapore’s constant drive to think out of the box, transform and innovate. Together with ST+art India Foundation and Impresario Group, the Singapore Weekender is our attempt to bring forth not just the kind of talent that’s present in Singapore but also the many special memories that can arise from meaningful cultural exchange-exactly the kind of travel experience we hope to offer Indian travellers when they visit our city.”

Piramal Realty Inaugurates Aranya Pavillion, a World Class Experience Centre at Piramal Aranya, Byculla

-          Unveils its Brand Film and Signature Art Installations –

·         Collaboration with acclaimed International Partners for Architecture, Design & Digital Art

·         Brand film features a Tango routine crafted by celebrated dance choreographer - Sandip Soparrkar and Indi-Latino fusion music: both exclusively created for Piramal Aranya

·         The Signature Art Installation by popular contemporary artist duo - Jiten Thukral  and Sumir Tagra

Mumbai, 14^th November, 2017: Piramal Realty, the real estate arm of the Piramal Group, India’s leading diversified global conglomerate, inaugurated Aranya Pavillion, the World Class Experience Centre at Piramal Aranya, its signature project in Byculla. Embroidered with superior design features and state-of-the-art technology, the Aranya Pavillion offers a new perspective on premium living. The one-of-a-kind experience centre, encapsulates the beauty of the culturally rich neighborhood of Byculla and the essence of Piramal Aranya that epitomizes contemporary yet classic luxury lifestyle living.

Anand Piramal, Executive Director, Piramal Group, said: “At Piramal Realty, we aspire to bring world-class lifestyles and set new standards for architectural design, quality and safety in the industry. Designed in collaboration with renowned international partners, the Experience Centre’s exquisite design and detailing, place it in a class of its own. Nestled amidst nature, Aranya Pavillion, epitomizes the ‘Perfect Perspective’ that Piramal Aranya offers to customers that seek an exceptional lifestyle in the City of Dreams.”

Piramal Realty has partnered with world-class organizations for the design and development of The Aranya Pavillion.

·         Principle Architects- Make Architects

·         Structural and MEP Consultants- BuroHappold

·         Lead landscape architects- EDSA

·         Lead interior designer- Hirsch Bedner Associates

In addition, Piramal Realty unveiled its Brand Film, created exclusively for the premium luxury residential project. The refined elegance of Piramal Aranya’s architecture has been showcased through a Tango routine, choreographed by renowned Latin and Ballroom Dance Choreographer, Sandip Soparrkar. The background music, a melodious tune that blends Indian instruments with Tango notes, crafted exclusively for Piramal Aranya, reflects the intricate fusion of Indian culture with global lifestyles. Targeted at families who could set down multi-generational roots in Piramal Aranya, the film creates a dynamic dialogue between life, beauty, grace and class.

Piramal Realty’s developments, while being cutting edge and contemporary, focus on embracing a more intuitive definition of luxury, which celebrates nature, greenery, space, light, ventilation, art, culture and community living.

The exquisite Art installations at Aranya Pavillion, commissioned by the Piramal Art Foundation and Piramal Realty, are inspired by the flora of the Botanical Gardens (Jijamata Udyan). The Experience Centre will act as a functional space for display of some of the best works of Indian art from the collection of Piramal Museum of Art and will be open to the public. Jiten Thukral (b.1976, Jalandhar) and Sumir Tagra (b.1979, New Delhi), a New Delhi based artist duo whose names are now synonymous with the voice of contemporary Indian art have also lent their artistic work to this Experience Centre. Painted with insightful precision, the contemporary artwork captures the 26 plant varieties housed in the gardens and represents a harmonious co-existence of human beings with natural elements.

Brand film link: https://youtu.be/ImMEXTA02xs

Rohit Roy and Ram Kapoor to be present at India Bike Week

Mumbai, November 2017: Distinguished actors Rohit Roy and Ram Kapoor will be attending the fifth edition of India Bike Week, the sexiest bike rave in Asia which will witness over 20,000 bikers from across the country riding into Vagator on 24th and 25th November’17.

Rohit Roy, who owns a Honda Rune Limited, is an avid biker. For Ram Kapoor, biking is his passion. He is a  proud owner of a BMW S1000XR‬, BMW K1600B, Harley Davidson Fatboy, Ducati XDiavel S‬ and loves to zoom around on these machines.

Rohit Roy said, “I am really excited to be part of India Bike Week which is of course the biggest biker rave in Asia but more importantly, as a biker, it will be fun to be with my biking community friends. I have been an avid biker since school and always look for reasons to ride my machines in the country and abroad every time I get a chance.”

Ram Kapoor, said, “I’ve been a bike lover since I was a little boy and now I have a few bikes of my own. I’m now an avid rider and a proud member of the Indian biking community which seems to be growing by the second. I’m super excited that I’ve been able to make time for this year’s IBW as it’s one the best biking events of the calendar year. Will be riding down to Goa with my riding buddies. I look forward to a ROCKING weekend.”

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India Bike Week will also have notable bikers like Freddie Spencer, one of the greatest and youngest world champions of the 80’s, a consecutive championship winner across two classes (250cc and 500cc), Freddie is the only man to achieve all this. Leslie Porterfield, riding since the age of 16, Leslie is today the Fastest Woman on a Motorcycle according to the Guinness Book of World Records’ title after setting the speed record in 2008 at Bonneville Speedway. With three land-speed records and a favourite of the Bonneville 200 mph club, she’s a businesswoman, mother of twins and a designer of motorcycles built for speed. The speakers for this year’s edition also include Vinod Rawat, Dhruv Dholakia, Kumar Shah, Melissa Pierson, Ravi Verma, Dilip Muralidaran, Neel Jagtap, Pooja Dabhi amongst others.

Nicole Mody, food curator and author will curate the Food Parks which will feature street food specialists, home chefs, food trucks, Goan food, kebab & barbecue experts and much more. IBW will also feature, interesting Beard and Tattoo competitions along with a Biker & Beach Fashion Show and the Moto Art Project. To compliment to the beach vibe, there will be Karaoke, daily sunset session and even Stand up Comedy! Vagator will be the place to be this November.

Event Details

• What: India Bike Week
• When: 24th and 25th November’17
• Where: Goa
• Tickets: Rs. 1,750 for two days, inclusive of taxes available on www.indiabikeweek.in.

Ahimsa Festival closes by touching many lives

Mumbai, 12 November 2017:  The second edition of The Ahimsa Festival came to a culmination at Khar Education Society in the city. The Ahimsa Festival is the first event across India, and perhaps the world, to be based on ahimsa or compassion. The festival ran for 18 days and created awareness about the power of compassion and inspired people towards making lifestyle changes towards health and animal cruelty-free choices.

Convener of the event Dr. Rupa Shah who–is part of the six-member Ahimsa Parmo Dharma Group (APDG)–and has co-founded the annual Ahimsa Festival series stated, “The basic meaning of the word ‘ahimsa’ is–Do no injury, cause no harm. Ahimsa means non-violence, or to put it in a positive way–Compassion. Ahimsa is a universal concept that applies to all living beings, including all animals. All living beings have the spark of the divine spiritual energy; therefore, to hurt another being is to hurt oneself. The primary aspect of ahimsa is towards oneself–in particular towards one’s health. With the super-success that we enjoyed this year, we are all set to work harder for making it bigger and better next year.” The Ahimsa festival incorporates this principle into the festival that features a series of events that highlight the same value.

Monica Chopra, Curator of Fashion Show & Founder Of Eco Trunk said, “Being a fashion designer, one understands the excitement of a beautiful look put together but what's the point if it comes from pain and unhappiness? We, at The Eco Trunk, feel very passionately about animal rights and the environment and have put together a show highlighting organic, cruelty-free, sustainable materials that glide just as beautifully over the body. Makeup that we will use is cruelty-free and vegan that looks just as sparkling.” Monica featured organic and sustainable clothing range like organic cotton and hemp (daily wear, gowns, and traditional/ethnic wear); many of the famous models who showcased the designs were vegans. The make-up was done with brands that are free from animal products/ animal testing. The bags and wallets, featured in the show were upcycled and made from tyre tubes, and the luxurious ones made from cork materials. The Jewelry too was upcycled from a sari and made by the slum women in Mumbai.

The closing day had talks on raw food, spirituality, and live vegan cooking demos by chefs throughout the day. Prominent names like C.A. & Author Atul Shah, Vegan Restaurateur Harsish Shetty, Vegan Traveller Shivya Nath, etc. Sunanda Parthasarthy the daughter and disciple of Swami Parthasarathy enthralled people with her talk on how spirituality is not a retirement plan and compassion is at the core of every religion. At the closing ceremony, there were more than 20 pop-up food stalls, organic stalls, farmer’s market and a huge display of cruelty-free lifestyle products. There was a live music show by Flying Carpet Entertainment.

The show-stopper for the fashion show Ms. Pooja Bimrah Miss World Heritage 2015 & Miss Supermodel 2017 India said; “This is a unique fashion show that showcased products that are not only beautiful on the outside but also are made with processes and materials that have not caused trouble to any soul. They have not used materials like wool, leather, and cosmetics which are tested on animals. I really feel that there should be an increasing awareness about this and everyone should only use cruelty-free products.”

The festival which was inaugurated by Amruta Devendra Fadnavis and Dr. Will Tuttle - author of the international best-seller ‘The World Peace Diet’ along with Dr. Nandita Shah founder of Sharan and the recipient of the prestigious Nari Shakti Award 2016 the highest award for women in India; saw more than 100 satellite events taking place across the city ranging from film workshops, talks, webinars and seminars to treks with Kuntal Joisher – the first vegan to conquer Mount Everest, a run, and cyclothon, and potlucks–to spark curiosity and awareness about Ahimsa, Veganism and compassionate lifestyle across the city. The festival has touched the lives of more than twenty thousand people across the city. 

Website: www.theahimsafest.org

Facebook: @theahimsafest

Twitter: @theAhimsaFest

Instagram: theahimsafestival2017

Ahimsa Parmo Dharma Group

The Ahimsa Festival is an annual festival founded by like-minded individuals with an aim to spreading the fragrance of peace and love through simple lifestyle choices. The Ahimsa Parmo Dharma Group (APDG) was founded in 2015 to create awareness about the principles of ahimsa in everyday life. The group comprises six members who are leading professionals in their field of work, and have come together with the single vision of practicing and preaching non-violence in thought, deed and action. They are living examples of “ahimsaks” who are successfully practicing the Ahimsa way of living for many years.

Atul Doshi; He is a CA and an Honorary Director in an online company providing free education content across the globe, Atul Doshi has also penned a booklet titled, ‘We Vegetarian (?) People’ in English and Hindi.

Saroj Choudhary: She is one of the earliest advocators of vegan and wfpd (whole foods and plant-based diet) lifestyle in Mumbai.

Dr Rupa Shah: She is a Healer, Author, Speaker and Founder of circleohealth.

Pradeep Shah: An Electronics Engineer, who is a practicing ‘Nature’s Diet System’ for three years.

Reyna Rupani: The head of SHARAN-Mumbai, an NGO which advocates food as medicine. She conducts SHARAN workshops and helps in spreading awareness about the power of natural food in the world.

Ruchika Chitrabhanu: Her close association with leading saints further strengthened her belief that compassion is the basis of all religions. She has been a vegan for the last 10 years.