Jan 12, 2023

12^th January, Kolkata, 2023: The 24th CABLE TV SHOW 2023 Kolkata – one of the largest trade shows on digital cable television, broadband and OTT in India and the Saarc region – today paid rich tributes to Swami Vivekananda on his 160^th Birth Anniversary at the Cable TV show and observed the National Youth Day with a live model as young Swami Vivekananda who was the cynosure of all eyes on the second day of the Show which drew record crowds.

CTMA members Mr K K Binani, Mr Pawan Jajodia and Rajendra Prasad Agarwal of CTMA at the Cable TV Show 2023 with a live model of Swami Vivekananda paid tributes to Swamiji on his 160th Birth Anniversary.

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Mr Pawan Jajodia, Chairman Exhibition, Mr K K Binani, Secretary and Mr Rajendra Prasad Agarwal, Vice-President, of Cable TV Equipments Traders & Manufacturers Association (CTMA) distributed booklets on Swami Vivekananda’s preachings to the visitors.

The latest technologies, products, solutions and services would be showcased during the three days. More than 10,000 cable operators, MSOs and representatives, traders, manufacturers, channel partners, distributors, broadcasters and Multi-System Operators (MSOs) from across India and overseas are expected to visit the CABLE TV SHOW 2023. Many seminars, quizzes, promos, B2B meetings take place on the sidelines of the Show. Also, eminent citizens of Kolkata, VIPs and celebrities from the entertainment world visit the Show.

Cable TV Show 2023 Kolkata 3-Day Mega Exhibition Takes Off

Jan 11, 2023

Celebrities like Manav Sohal, actress Arshin Mehta, Shravani Goswami, producer Mukesh Sharma,  producer Arpit Garg, co-producer Sahil Malik, Mahendra Gaikwad, corporator Nandini Gaikwad and Music director Vidyut goswami were present at the grand program.

Bollywood director and actor Manav Sohal’s Hindi film ‘Main Raj Kapoor Ho Gaya’ is releasing in theaters on 17th February 2023. A song from this film “Galli Ka Ek Awara” has turned out to be a blockbuster. Manav Sohal launched the second song “Mumbali” of his much awaited film in Bhiwandi amidst the star cast and public. The song picturized on Manav Sohal and Shravani Goswami is very beautiful dance number.

Manav Sohal, actress Arshin Mehta, Shravani Goswami, Kaanchan Pagare, Urmila Sharma, producer Mukesh Sharma, producer Arpit Garg, co-producer Sahil Malik and Bhiwandi’s RPI president Mahendra Gaikwad were present on the occasion of the song launch. Corporator Nandini Mahendra Gaikwad, wife of Mahendra Gaikwad, and Music director Vidyut goswami was present as the chief guest on the occasion.

Manav Sohal’s grand entry at the song launch happened with his heroine on Bullet. After that, he launched the song amidst the huge crowd gathered there. Youngsters, children and women were all present on this occasion. Manav Sohal danced with all the actresses in the middle of the public. Everyone enjoyed a lot. The specialty of this program was that Manav Sohal, actress Shravani Goswami and Arshin Mehta distributed special laddoos to all the people who came here. Then the children of Bhiwandi danced on the stage on Mumbali song, who were honored with T-shirts.
On this song launch, actor director Manav Sohal while talking to the media said that we could have launched this song at a bigger place in Mumbai, we had launched the first song at PVR, but I wanted this song to be launched at that place in Bhiwandi,  where this film has been shot. We spent months shooting at this place and there was a lot of cooperation from the people here and Mahendra Gaikwad ji in this shooting. It would have been difficult to shoot without their support. People also know Mahendra Gaikwad by the name of MG, he also played an important role of Anna in this film.
Shravani Goswami said that Mumbali is a great song, it has become a buzz since its release. There is no other song by this name.
Actress Arshin Mehta told that Manav Sohal has not only written this song, but he is also the director and actor. Its music is such that people like to dance as soon as the song starts playing. This song is going to be played in every function.
The director of ‘Main Raj Kapoor Ho Gaya’ is Manav Sohal, producer Mukesh Sharma, Arpit Garg and co-producers Arshad Siddiqui Sahil Malik and Music director Vidyut goswami.
Actor and director Manav Sohal, who is playing the role of an ardent fan of Raj Kapoor in the film, said, “The story of this film is based on the people living in slums. This film is not a biopic of Raj Kapoor but a story of a fan of Raj Kapoor. An attempt has been made to present Raj Kapoor’s ideology on screen. His thinking was very simple, he used to play the character of common man with great ease. He used to give great importance to love, relationships, brotherhood, humanity. Entire shooting of the film has been shot at the real location of Bhiwandi and all the characters in the film have been selected on the basis of their performances.
It is worth mentioning that this film is jointly produced by Mukesh Sharma, Arpit Garg of Brandex Entertainment, co Producer Arshad Siddiqui and Sahil Malik. The music of this film has been released on Brandex Music.
The film will be released in theaters on 17th February 2023. Its trailer will be released on 14th January 2023, on the occasion of Makar Sankranti.

—Pics – Ramakant Munde Mumbai

 

New Song MUMBALI  From Manav Sohal’s Film Main Raj Kapoor Ho Gaya  Launched In Bhiwandi Among Hundreds Of People

Jan 11, 2023

“WEE – Women Entrepreneurs Enclave” organized “WEE’s Networking Meet & Pre-Christmas Celebrations” on 22^nd December at Country Club, Mumbai. The Chief Guest for the Event was Prominent Labour Leader Shri ABHIJEET RANE, (FOUNDER AND GENERAL SECRETARY-DHADAK KAMGAR UNION, GROUP EDITOR- Daily Mumbai Mitra (Marathi/Hindi, Daily Vrutta Mitra (Hindi/Marathi).

The Event was witnessed by Chief Guest of Honors Shri Chandrashekhar Pusalkar and Mrs. Mridula Pusalkar (TRUSTEES of Dadasaheb Phalke Memorial Foundation); Music Director Shri Dilip Sen; Ms. Nandita Puri (Writer, Journalist and Columnist, Chairperson of OM Puri Foundation); Renowned Singer Dr. Deepa Narayan Jha; Mr Pandari S Shetty (Founder President of Dadasaheb Phalke Memorial Foundation, DPMF Social Activist) and Indian Actress Leslie Tripathy

Amazing sessions were carried out by “Sales Guru” – Dr. Anil Kumar Garg (Founder – “D2H Academy”, International Motivational Speaker, “Master Trainer-Pride of India” award winner) on “Sales Tips”; Political Analyst and Social Activist  “Ms. Rajalakshmi Joshi” on “I can do it”; Advocate Poonam Singh on “Women’s Legal Rights”; Indian Actress Sujata Mehta on “Navras in Business”; International Performer Jeena Earthiva on “Consciousness through Music”; Parul Mathur, Regional Head of an Insurance Company on “My Financial Freedom” and WEE Member Ami Mehta (Founder of “Rising Energie”) on “Leading trends to comfort your residence and workplace”

The full day event included Exclusive Stalls by Women Entrepreneurs, Panel Discussion on “Importance of Networking” moderated by “WEE’s Chairperson Chaitali Chatterjee”, Felicitations by “Dadasaheb Phalke Memorial Foundation”, Felicitations by “OM Puri Foundation”, Talk-show by Standup Comedian Poornima Toprani and Musical Performances by disciples of Padmavibhushan Anup Jalota Ms. Meenakshi Singh & Sudhir Singh.

WEE launched it’s new Project “WEE’s Weavers India Project” which will support weavers from different parts of the country and empower them.

Other Guest of Honors who graced the Event were (Hon) Dr.KAREN TERRY RAZA Mrs Maharashtra –WINNER-2021 and Glamorous Diva 2021, Actress & Producer Sajani Srivastav, Actor & Producer Anup Kumar Bindal

The Event was well-managed by “ShreOM Communications & Solutions”.

The Associate Partners for the Event were “Cleahyy Products Pvt. Ltd.” (Hygiene Products); “Polo Enterprises” (Branded Luggage & Bags); “Craving’s” (Roasted & Healthy Snacks); “Aananda” (Traditional Wear); “Fidra Products” (Healthy Pickles & Nut-Butters); “Dhaani Oragnic Products” (right from farmers); “Rising Energiee” (Residential & Commercial Architect) and “Shivani Zaveri Garments” (Home-Décor Products).

The Event was well-supported by “Mystical Soul” (Organic Spices); “Karma Terra” (Natural Beauty Products); “BrainyWolf EduHub”; “Sandook” (Handmade Jewelry); “Vedi Ayurvedic Beauty Products”; “Forfurs” (Pet Products); “Janki Coture” (Latest Fashion) and “SSS Academy”.

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WEE – Women Entrepreneurs Enclave Organized WEE’s Networking Meet & Pre-Christmas Celebrations On 22nd December At Country Club Mumbai

Jan 7, 2023

When audiences love a film that rekindles hope, they ensure they watch it in the silver screen. After 8 super weeks, Uunchai is set for a bumper opening at OTT today, running strong in theaters entering 9th showcase week with 112 screens across India. Uunchai will be streaming on  Zee5 from today.

Rajshri Productions’ Uunchai not just brought audiences back to the theatres post the pandemic, but had senior citizens as lead cast and no villains. It followed the old release formula of limited screen count and that surely has paid off, with Uunchai breaking the trend of films lasting a single weekend by entering the glorious 9th week.

Director Sooraj Barjatya made Uunchai from his heart to break the compulsion of proving himself with box office numbers. Uunchai has scaled its own Mount Everest, breaking the barometers of so-called success formulae.

Uunchai boasts of a legendary ensemble, a seasoned director, an iconic production house and a story whose heartbeat is friendship.

Uunchai is Rajshri’s most ambitious film till date. Shot at 17000 plus feet above sea level, with a senior star cast of Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher, Boman Irani, Neena Gupta, Sarika with Parineeti Chopra and Danny Denzongpa. Uunchai is directed by Sooraj R Barjatya, and produced by Rajshri Productions in association with Mahaveer Jain Films and Boundless Media.

Go the nearest theatre with your family and friends to experience Uunchai on the silver screen, and be part of the story of friendship, hope and happiness — moments that promise to last a lifetime!

Uunchai Set For OTT Bumper Opening, Runs Strong With 112 Theatres Pan-India In 9th Showcase Week

Jan 7, 2023

As T24, an Icon For Tiger Conservation Dies In Captivity, activists, Warren Pereira, Raveena Tandon, forest officers and activists  remember India’s most controversial Tiger

T-24, popularly called Ustad, the formerly dominant male tiger of Ranthambore died in captivity on December 28, 2022. This big cat who was known to be fearless and a “man-eater” was controversially removed from the wild in 2015 for killing at least 4 men who entered his territory. Activists largely argue that the tiger was acting in self-defense while the forest department believed he was killing humans as prey and had to be removed in the larger interest of conservation. Yet other believe that some other predator was responsible for human kills attributed to T-24.

Social media brawls, ‘Save Ustad’ billboards, the High Court, The Supreme Court and candle light marches were wall part of the uproar around this powerful specimen of the national animal of India. The tiger, 16 or 17 years old, was having several health issues in his zoo enclosure in spite of the best care, eventually succumbing to cancer. He was mourned by Indian’s from all walks of life including those who were more intimately involved with his case:

“I am grateful for the time I had with T24. He was handsome, powerful and had a cool beard but mostly I followed him in the wild for years because I liked him. Little did I know that he would become an icon for tiger conservation and die for it. His story has the power to elevate the lives of other large predators. I will always remember him as a dominant male tiger in the wild.”

——Warren Pereira Filmmaker, Director of TIGER 24 Documentary

“Ustad is back! Back where he belongs. After a long and weary life his bold stripes now freely roam the jungles of Ranthambhore in eternal peace. Invisible to the eyes, his spirit moves on. It can be felt. Worldly matters and sufferings left behind; it is total bliss. It’s like being a cub again! Gratitude to all who loved and cared for Ustad.”

—Y.K.Sahu,  Ex. Field Director, Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve

“I tracked the T-24 saga because I am passionate about tigers and wildlife. It is saddening that the victim of man-animal conflict is a   dominant male tiger with cubs to protect who got removed from his home for killing men who invaded his territory. Ustad’s death should be an eyeopener for all of us humans. Man-animal conflict is eternal, but something needs to change with tiger conservation. Or we will soon have none left!”

—-Raveena Tandon, Actress and Wildlife Activist

“My memories of T-24 date back to 2013 when I was the park manager at Ranthambhore. He used to be the one of the most popular tigers because of his strong build. Unfortunately, he was implicated in the killing of men and was declared a danger to human life by the Chief Wildlife Warden and the Jaipur High Court. After the fourth kill I was concerned that T-24 would be shot dead or sent to a zoo with small enclosures. So, I requested the CWLW to transfer him to Sajjangarh Biological Park which was under my control and had large one-hectare enclosures. It was a massive undertaking to house a full-grown wild tiger, but he was given the highest level of care and we kept him safely for 7 years till his recent passing. Till the very end he maintained his wild side.”

—-Rahul Bhatnagar IFS  Ex. Chief Conservator Of The Forest

“I believe that certain documentaries need to be seen on the big screen. TIGER 24 is one of them. To see exclusive footage of India’s most controversial tiger on the big screen is a treat. With T24’s recent passing I now feel even stronger about TIGER 24’s theatrical run given that he has sparked a national conversation on man-animal conflict. TIGER 24’s screenings with be a tribute to this magnificent jungle cat and his contribution to the conservation of our national animal.”

—–Anil Thadani Film Distributor

“Ustad is the one who triggered my activism for wild tigers when I saw him lose his freedom to the tag of ‘man-eater’. I began to see the plight of our wild tigers beyond the showcased tiger sightings, glorified visuals, and implied vacuous conservation efforts.”

—–Sarita Subramaniam Activist.

T24 Ustad Dies In Captivity  Nation Mourns

Jan 4, 2023

Chéf Master Vicky Ratnani will be trying vegan this January.

Celebrated chef Vicky Ratnani of Vicky Goes Veg fame has decided to try vegan this January. He has joined the global movement Veganuary and millions others to start 2023 on a positive note by exploring a vegan diet.

Launched in 2014, Veganuary is a charity that encourages people to try vegan in January and beyond, as a way to improve their health , help animals and the planet. Anyone can sign up for free. This January is the 10th global anniversary of the movement. In India, it is supported by 10 popular vegans including Actors Soundarya Sharma, Amy Aela, Arvind Krishna, Sadaa Sayed, Sneha Ullal; Musicians Monica Dogra, Anushka Manchanda; Athlete Vishwajeet Sangle and Mountaineers Prakriti Varshney, Kuntal Joisher who are its Ambassadors.

Happy about his decision to try vegan, Vicky Ratnani said ‘I’m a master of vegetarian cooking as I’ve shown in my show Vicky goes veg. Now I’m taking it up a notch by eating vegan this January. Vegan dishes are full of flavour, nutrition and variety that will blow your mind. I’ll be showcasing some of my best vegan dishes throughout January. They’re easy to make and I hope you’ll join me and take a journey into vegan cooking’

Many Indian brands have joined the Veganuary phenomenon and introduced special offers on their vegan products to make them more accessible to anyone trying vegan during the month. Popular Veganuary supporters include Nature’s Basket, BigBasket, Baskin Robbins, Epigamia, Blue Tribe, Wingreens, Go Zero, Noto and Papa Cream. More than 70 brands from India are supporting the global movement, and the number is still growing.

Sohil Wazir, Chief Commercial Officer of Blue Tribe said “Veganism has become instrumental in the fight against degrading environmental conditions. Maybe this is the reason why celebrities like Lewis Hamilton, Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma, MS Dhoni, Ritesh Deshmukh, Genelia Dsouza, Tom Ford are vehemently standing in support of a plant-based planet-friendly diet. Blue Tribe aims to awaken a lifestyle change among non-vegetarian food lovers to opt for options that are a conscious choice towards the healing process of mother earth. In wake of Veganuary month we are offering a discount on all our products this January to encourage people to make a conscious decision”

Pawan Sarda, Group CMO & Head, D2C at Wingreens World observed “The popularity of vegan diet is the mark of a more conscious generation that cares about a sustainable future. At Wingreens World, we’re proud to have a vast range that caters to this very consumer, and are happy to partner with Veganuary this 2023 to promote health, wellbeing and changing for good!”

Veganuary provides free resources and daily coaching emails for 31 days to anyone trying vegan for a month. For 2023 January, they have included a new vegan starter kit for Indian participants answering all questions on veganism, more Indian recipes, a one-pot meal plan to help make meals cheaper and quicker, as well as an updated celebrity e-cookbook featuring recipes from global celebs including Venus Williams and Dr Jane Goodall. Veganuary’s new podcast series launches on 1^st January alongside a new 31-day YouTube series, both designed to offer people additional ways to participate.

Mr. Viraj Bahl, Founder and Managing Director of Veeba Foods shared “We are proud to partner with Veganuary this year, as I feel that this is a great platform for first timers, as well as veteran vegans. Veganuary not only makes it easier but also pumps in the motivation and encouragement to sustain a vegan lifestyle, no matter where you are in your journey by showcasing plant based options available to switch to Vegan. With Earthmade products too, our aim would always be to support you in this journey by offering vegan as well as organic products that help sustain the healthy lifestyle and a better planet.”

Dr. Vidya, Chief Innovation Officer of Hatti Kaapi expressed happiness at supporting Veganuary and said “Protecting the planet has been a significant goal for Hatti Kaapi and in the recent past, vegan food giveaways are popular among many initiatives that we have taken up. Veganuary is our favourite and we are thrilled to be a part of this effort; big thanks to Veganuary for getting people to participate in the Plant-based movement and to make veganism a mainstream lifestyle”

Vimal Sharma, CEO & Founder, SMOOR Chocolates noted “Our customers have always admired us for our authentic menu, and it was reflected in how they have demanded and loved our vegan dishes. Vegan is emerging as one of the most preferred dietary options, for the health benefits it offers. We are happy to take a step further in the direction by participating in Veganuary 2023”

As part of their employee engagement programmes, companies are educating employees on the options of healthy eating as a way to promote employee health and wellbeing. India’s leading pharmaceutical company- Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories- is encouraging their staff to try vegan this January, as part of the Veganuary Workplace Challenge.

Veganuary’s India head Prashanth Vishwanath welcomed these developments and said “I am thrilled to have so much support for Veganuary from celebrities and companies alike. It shows the enormous interest Indians have in veganism, and that vegan foods are next big thing in the market. Our partnerships show that veganism is now mainstream, and reflects a conscious choice to live a healthy, compassionate, planet-friendly life with zero compromises on taste and nutrition.”

 

Note to editor-
Veganuary is a global charity that encourages people worldwide to try vegan for January and beyond. It was founded in 2014 and since then more than 2.5 million people have taken the 31-day plant-based pledge from almost every country in the world. With campaign hubs now in Germany, USA, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, India and the UK, Veganuary has truly become a global phenomenon. This New Year’s revolution has also been embraced by businesses, with hundreds of companies taking part in Veganuary last year, launching more than 1540 new vegan products and menu items.

2023 is Veganuary’s 10^th global anniversary. Veganuary is free to join, and people can sign-up at veganuary.com to receive our Celebrity eCookbook, the Official Veganuary Starter Kit, and 31 daily emails packed with nutritional info, delicious recipes, meal plans, and helpful advice.

Vicky Goes Vegan – Top Brands Join The Veganuary Phenomenon

Jan 1, 2023

THE AMPH – MUMBAI’S NIGHTLIFE GETS A NEW ADDRESS!  The grand and glittering launch of Mumbai’s newest classy night club THE AMPH owned by dynamic entrepreneur Hema Chowdhary marks its arrival in the city in great style. Among the celeb guests who thronged the venue with gusto and highpitched spirit were popular actress Ankita Patel, Payal Ghosh, Bhumika Singh, Gehana Vasisth, Jaya Bhattacharjee, actor Mahesh Shetty, Rani Patel, Vini Rana, Aadya Singh, singer-actress Anupam Shukla, ‘gold-men’ brothers with their trademark heavy gold chains and popular Punjabi rap-singer Dil Sandhu.
“THE AMPH isn’t just night club. It represents the spirit of Mumbai. It brings happiness to the faces of customers who after a day’s hardwork want to unwind and chillout in a relaxed atmosphere with good drinks, excellent food with nice well-behaving people,” told Hema.
THE AMPH has two specially marked areas with special tables, dance floor, a classy bar and a Dj podium. Noted actor and politico Mukesh Tyagi praised Hema for her hardwork and sincere efforts in setting up the night club. “Hema represents empowerment of women,” said Tyagi as a matter of fact.
Here’s wishing Hema all the best for her dream venture, THE AMPH..!

Pics :- Ramakant Munde Mumbai

  

Hema Chowdhary, Mukesh Tyagi, Ankita Patel, Adya Singh, Vini Rana, Arshi Khan, Payal Ghosh, Gehna Vashishtha were present at the grand opening of Night Club “The Amph”.

Dec 30, 2022

More than 3 lakh patients took benefit, medicines worth crores were distributed.

Biggest Free General Medical Camp “Maha Arogya Shivir Maharashtra” at Bhum Paranda Osmanabad, Maharashtra was organized by Hon’ble Minister of Health & Family Welfare, Government of Maharashtra on 26th & 27th November 2022. Dr Dharmendra Kumar chairman Guinness Book of World Record holder RK HIV AIDS Research and Care Centre. A total of 3.2 lakh patients came to this camp, 1 lakh 27 thousand people were examined for their eyes and spectacles were distributed.

Medicines worth 2 crore 70 lakh were distributed, 22 thousand blood sugar tests, 1800 surgical patients, 2000 wheelchairs were distributed.

RK HIV AIDS Research and Care Center is recorded in the Guinness Book of World Records and Asia Book of Records. Dr. Dharmendra Kumar, Chairman of RK HIV AIDS Research and Care Center said that lakhs of patients were benefited here, where a lot of medicines were distributed. Many doctors participated here, a large number of paramedical staff were present. Medicines were given to the patients as per the requirement.

Dr. Dharmendra Kumar told that till now we have conducted 29 thousand medical camps, examined 3 lakh patients in a day. In Jharkhand also, a medical camp for one lakh patients was organized recently.

Food and drink arrangements were also made for all the beneficiaries in this mega medical camp organized in Osmanabad. This medical camp was multi purpose.

By organizing 29 thousand health camps in the last 24 years, RK HIV AIDS Research and Care Center has also registered its name in the Guinness Book of World Records. Seeing 3 crore 55 lakh patients, there is a record of highest number of tests in the world. 96 thousand people have been operated.

 

MAHA AROGYA FREE CAMP Organized By RK HIV AIDS Research And Care Center At Osmanabad

Dec 25, 2022

बॉलीवुड एक्ट्रेस रवीना टंडन हाल ही में अंवायिन्स काजीरंगा अल्ट्रा रन को अपना सहयोग करती हुई दिखाई दी। भारतीय जानवर राइनो के रख-रखाव और उनकी सुरक्षा के लिए अंवायिन्स काजीरंगा अल्ट्रा रन द्वारा उठाया गयी इस नेक पहल का रवीना ने खुले दिल से स्वागत किया । आपको बता दे कि अंवायिन्स काजीरंगा अल्ट्रा रन 28 जनवरी, 2023 को होनेवाला हैं।
इस अल्ट्रा रन का सबसे बड़ा उद्देश्य हैं कि  दुर्लभ-एक सींग वाले गैंडों के लिए समर्थन व्यक्त करना और जनता को इस बात से अवगत कराना की ये जानवर हमारे देश के लिए बेहद गौरवशाली हैं।
एक वन्यजीव उत्साही और एक कार्यकर्ता, रवीना भी इस नेक पहल के लिए बेहद उत्साहित हैं जो खुद साल 2023 की शुरुआत में अंवायिन्स के साथ काजीरंगा राष्ट्रीय उद्यान का दौरा करेंगी जहाँ वो पशु और उसके संरक्षण के विभिन्न प्रयासों के पहलुओं को समझेंगी। इस खास मौके पर आकर रवीना कहती हैं कि,”  मानवजाति को ये समझना  ज्यादा जरूरी हैं कि जीवन का मूल आधार सह- आस्तित्व में ही हैं। अगर आप जंगल के आर-पार सड़के बनाते हैं  तो ये जरूरी हैं कि वहाँ एक घेरा बनाया जाए ताकि पशुओं की रक्षा हो सके। जमीन के नीचे या ऊपर की तरफ जानवरो के लिए उचित रास्ते बने। इंसान और जानवरों की लड़ाई हमेशा से जीवित रही हैं लेकिन जब अनवाईन्स काज़ीरंगा अल्ट्रा रन की ये पहल निशिकान्त दास द्वारा राइनो के रख-रखाव के लिए ली गयी तो ऐसे नेक पहल को मेरा हमेशा सपोर्ट रहेगा।”
असम में अब तक का ये पहला अल्ट्रा-रन होगा जो चार श्रेणी में बटा हैं। धावकों के चयन के लिए श्रेणियाँ – 52 KM ,26 KM, 14 KM और 5 KM।  ये अल्ट्रा रन शुरू होगी एक यह पगडंडी से,प्राचीन ग्रामीण सेटिंग्स, धान के खेतों और चाय बागानों के बीच से जो उन्हें बनाने का वादा करते हैं जो शहर के समकक्ष कम रोमांचक दिखते हैं।
भारत सरकार ने इस पहल के लिए मिनिस्ट्री ऑफ डेवलोपमेन्ट ऑफ नार्थ ईस्ट रीजन (M-DoNER) के माध्यम से समर्थन का हाथ बढ़ाया है।जबकि स्पोर्ट्स अथॉरिटी ऑफ इंडिया ने अपने फिट इंडिया मूवमेंट के तहत इस आयोजन का समर्थन किया है और उन्हें गर्व हैं कि वो बंधन बैंक से जुड़ पाए जो इस कार्यक्रम को प्रस्तुत करेंगे। इतना ही नही एचडीएफसी एर्गो( वेलनेस पार्टनर) और एचडीएफसी लाइफ को लाइफ इंश्योरेंस के रूप में पाकर भी काफी खुश हैं ।  रिज़ॉर्ट बोर्गोस भी एक इवेंट के लिए वेन्यू पार्टनर के तौर पर जुड़ गए हैं जो, काजीरंगा की प्रीमियम संपत्तियों में शुमार हैं ।  इस कार्यक्रम का आयोजन पूर्वोत्तर भारत की अन्वायंस ट्रेवल्स प्राइवेट लिमिटेड द्वारा किया जा रहा हैं। जो नार्थईस्ट इंडिया का काफी प्रतिष्ठित मंच हैं जो
इस क्षेत्र के माध्यम से क्यूरेटेड यात्रा देने का वादा करता है।
काजीरंगा, यकीनन असम का सबसे प्रसिद्ध चेहरा है, लेकिन एक दुर्लभ घर हैं एक-सींगवाले जानवर राइनो के लिए । जो आज बड़े पैमाने पर अवैध शिकार के कारण आबादी में कम होते जा रहे हैं।
लेकिन सरकार और फाउंडेशन के अथक प्रयासों के कारण पिछले एक दशक में गैंडों की संख्या में धीरे-धीरे वृद्धि हुई है। और इस अल्ट्रा रन के माध्यम से जो राशि इक्कठा होगी उसका एक अहम हिस्सा काजीरंगा गैंडों के संरक्षण के लिए दिया जाएगा।
प्रेस कॉन्फ्रेंस में बोलते हुए, अन्वायिन्स के संस्थापक और सीईओ निशिकांत दास ने कहा, “यह अल्ट्रा रन का उद्देश्य न केवल गैंडों के संरक्षण में योगदान देना है, बल्कि पूर्वोत्तर भारत के लिए हमारे इस गहरे अध्ययन की एक पहल हैं कि हम उसकी  प्राकृतिक सुंदरता और देश की असाधारण सामाजिक-सांस्कृतिक प्रथाओं की भूमि को विकसित करने में कुछ सहयोग कर पाए। इतना ही नही हम इसे एक वार्षिक राष्ट्रीय कार्यक्रम बनाने के लिए दृढ़ संकल्पित भी हैं।”
इसके साथ ही अनवाईन्स मूल रूप से पूरे इवेंट का खर्चा उठाने के लिए तत्पर हैं पर अब हमारे साथ काफी स्पॉन्सर्स भी जुड़ रहे हैं। जैसे बंधन बैंक लिमिटेड, एचडीएफसी एर्गो जनरल इंश्योरेंस कंपनी लिमिटेड और एचडीएफसी लाइफ इंश्योरेंस कंपनी।”
लि. अपूर्वा सिरकार, हेड-मार्केटिंग, बंधन बैंक ने कहा, ”अंवायिन्स काजीरंगा अल्ट्रा रन 2023 से जुड़ने का हम सभी को गौरव मिला हैं। इस बात की हमे बेहद खुशी हैं।बंधन बैंक के लिए नार्थईस्ट और असम हमेशा से एक महत्वपूर्ण बाजार रहे है और यह देखकर खुशी होती है कि अंवायिनस ने  वन्यजीव संरक्षण और जलवायु के क्षेत्र में सार्थक प्रभाव पैदा करने पर ध्यान केंद्रित किया।

शहर की लड़की रवीना बन गयी हैं आरण्यक! अनवाईन्स काजीरंगा अल्ट्रा रन से जुड़कर होगी  राइनो की रक्षक!

Dec 25, 2022

The Anvayins Kaziranga Ultra Run 2023 scheduled for January 28, 2023 has a unique social objective – to express support for the rare-one horned rhinoceros and deepen public consciousness for the glorious animal.
Noted Bollywood actor, Raveena Tandon has come on board to support the cause of rhinos while promoting Northeast India. A wildlife enthusiast and activist herself, Raveena will also be visiting the Kaziranga National Park in early 2023 with Anvayins for a rendezvous with the animal and understand the various efforts for its conservation. Speaking at the press conference held at Mumbai on December 21, 2022, Raveena said, “It is important for mankind to understand that life is about coexistence. When you build roads across the jungle, it is important to fence them and make overhead or underground pathways for animals. Man-animal conflict will always exist, but when initiatives like Anvayins Kaziranga Ultra Run initiated by Nishikant Das are conceived to protect the rhino and other wildlife, they will always have my support.”
The Anvayins Kaziranga Ultra Run 2023, the first ever ultra-run in Assam, will have four race categories for runners to choose from – 52 KM 26 KM, 14 KM and 5 KM. This trail runs through pristine rural settings, paddy fields and tea plantations that promise to make their city counterparts look less exciting. The Government of India through the Ministry of Development of Northeast Region (M-DoNER) has extended its support for the initiative while Sports Authority of India has endorsed the event under its Fit India Movement program. We are proud to be associated with Bandhan Bank as they present this event. We are also delighted to have HDFC ERGO as Wellness Partner and HDFC Life as Life Insurance Partner. Resort Borgos, one of the premium properties at Kaziranga has joined as the Venue Partner. The event is organized by Anvayins Travels Private Limited, a Northeast India focused travel and hospitality platform that offers curated journeys through the region.
Kaziranga, arguably the best-known face of Assam, is home to the rare one-horned rhinoceros. After a steady decline in its population largely due to poaching, the number of rhinos has gradually increased in the last decade due to focused efforts by the government and various foundations dedicated to rhino conservation. In line with the goal of the ultra-run, a portion of funds available in excess of expenses of the event will be contributed towards the conservation of the Kaziranga rhino.
Nishikant Das, founder and CEO, Anvayins expressed, “This event not only aims at making a contribution to the cause of rhino conservation but also is another initiative by Anvayins to facilitate a deeper understanding of Northeast India, a land of exquisite natural beauty and extraordinary socio-cultural practices amongst the rest of the country. Accordingly, we are determined to make it an annual national event.”
While Anvayins had originally committed to the entire capital for the event, the company has now received financial sponsorship from reputed financial institutions such Bandhan Bank Ltd, HDFC ERGO General Insurance Company Ltd and HDFC LIFE Insurance Company Ltd. Apurva Sircar, Head – Marketing, Bandhan Bank, said, “It is our pleasure to be.

 

SHEHER KI LADKI – Raveena Tandon goes the Aranyak way for the Rhinos with the Anvayins Kaziranga Ultra Run