By Bipin Sharma

The holy city of Varanasi located on the banks of river Ganga, was witness to a glorious evening on September 27’ 2021 as Confluence, a Delhi based NGO celebrated Bharat Mahotsav & International Tourism Day at the Rudraksha International Cooperation & Convention Centre (RICC). The Minister of State in the Government of Uttar Pradesh Dr Neelkanth Tiwari was the Chief Guest of the event that was duly graced by a galaxy of luminaries from varied walks of life.

In sync with the Government’s “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav” to commemorate 75 years of Progressive India and the glorious history of it’s people, culture and achievements, Confluence hosted “Bharat Mahotsav” (Festival of One India to unravel the effervescence of Indian Crafts & Culture).

 With the objective of hailing and promoting the spirit of “Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat”, the event had myriad components comprising Bharat Gaurav Samman (Award for Leadership & Excellence in different categories, Swadeshi Manch (Cultural extravaganza), Swadeshi Connect (B2B Meeting) followed by Swadeshi Parade (Fashion Show).

The milestones achieved by the Tourism Industry were enumerated during the course of the event. Ever since it came into existence in 2017, Confluence has been hosting events in different nooks and corners of the globe to propagate the idea of New India, and Self Reliant India (Atmanirbhar Bharat). The hallmark of their events has been its thrust to empower the different sections of the society especially the talented and the unsung heroes.

Founder & Chairperson of Confluence Smita Shrivastav shared, “Confluence as the name suggests, is a unification of skills, talents and leadership. Established in August 2017 as a “Make In India” venture, the concept of Confluence is in consonance with the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister of India Narender Modi to promote the indigenous Khadi & the Handloom Industry, in the process empowering Women from various rural villages. We have gone an extra mile to provide a robust platform to our artisans, weavers and craftsmen so as to help them present their work to the global market. Our initiative aims to preserve and cherish the rich ancient heritage of India in art and culture. This will help industries establish their manufacturing bases in India as well as create employment in India. Industries tend to develop a support ecosystem around them, thus empowering small businesses. With the Confluence foraying into its fifth edition in Varanasi, we are sure that the global movement of Bharat Mahotsav will play a vital role in fostering business excellence, cultural amalgamation and promoting everything that is “Made in India”. We wholeheartedly support PM’s slogan “Make in India- Made for the World” as well as “Vocal for Local”.”

Speaking on the occasion, Minister of State for Tourism, Culture & Religious Affairs in the UP Govt. Dr Neelkanth Tiwari said, “Our government has done remarkable work in upgrading the existent infrastructure for boosting the economic & tourist development of the state. This includes good quality wide roads, well-developed road network coupled with uninterrupted power supply, a proper drainage system and proper road lighting. Beautification of the Ganga Ghats, Namame Ganga Project, Construction of new Expressways, and the fast paced construction of Kashi Vishwanath Corridor signify the dawn of a new era of development for the state of Uttar Pradesh that we wish to transform into “Uttam Pradesh” in times to come. We are pledged to empowering the women of the state and the impoverished segments of the society. We have constructed numerous toilets on a war footing note as part of our “Clean India Mission”. This has led to a massive decline in the school dropout ratio of Girls.  Undoubtedly, we regard this as one of our key accomplishments. Tourism has incessantly played a pivotal role in not just bridging gaps, but also contributed in boosting the economy of a nation, and in improving the cultural- business ties between two nations. India is known the world over for its “Atithi Devo Bhava” (treating Guests like God), and we are poised to transform our great nation into one of the most ideal tourist as well as investment friendly destination.”

Eminent hotelier and Governing Council of Confluence, Kanwarjeet Singh Kochhar pointed, “Confluence has carved a niche for itself in the last 5 years of its existence having hosted mega events in London, UK (2018 & 2019) ensued by Dubai, UAE in 2021. Varanasi, the abode of Kashi Vishwanath Temple and the mesmerizing Ganga Ghats was our unanimous choice of venue for hosting this year’s edition of Bharat Mahotsav. Ghats in Varanasi with their mythological links, are riverfront steps leading to the banks of the River Ganges. Varanasi, regarded as the “Cultural Capital of India” is known the world over for being a Centre for Education, Culture and Health from the Vedic era, in addition to being a key Industrial Centre for Handicrafts from the Silk Route era. The prime objective behind hosting Bharat Mahotsav event was to provide impetus to the Indian Fashion Industry, Khadi, Handloom & Tribal products, Tourism, Culture and Trade, Women Empowerment, in addition to honouring achievers who had excelled in their respective fields.”  

Parveen Rani, Brand Ambassador of Confluence informed, “The Bharat Mahotsav event hosted in Varanasi is a prelude to series of events planned in different parts of the world. Following the overwhelming response to our Varanasi event, our next big stopover will be in Switzerland, followed by UK and USA. At Confluence, we have always accepted challenges, and believed in contributing our bit towards “Nation Building”. From the ramparts of the Red Fort, the PM gave a clarion call this year to the nation of 1.3 billion for “Sabka Prayaas” for helping realize the dream of “New India”. The ideology of Confluence has been in sync with the vision of the Modi government that aspires to transform India into “Atmanirbhar Bharat” with its pathbreaking initiatives namely “Make in India”, “Skill India” and “Digital India”.”

Notable among the distinguished personalities that graced the occasion included the likes of Sdr. Kanwarjeet Singh Kochhar (CMD Taurus Sarovar Portico Hotel & Governing Council of Confluence), Mahender Sinh C. Jadeja (International Business Consultant & Social Activist), Dr Sangeeta Yadav (Member of Creative Society, United Kingdom), Dr Rita Jairath (Bodybuilder, Fitness Guru & Writer), Vijay Jolly (President Delhi Study Group & Former MLA), Mickey Keki Mehta (Health & Wellness Guru), Manoj Jaiswal (Prism Events), Parveen Rani (Educationist from UK & Founder of Hindi Shiksha), Guruji Kumaran Swami (Visionary & Spiritual Leader), Saddguru Shri Anand Jauhari (Spiritual Guru), Dharampal Chaudhary (Managing Director of Rite Group), Nishit Kumar Ujjwal (IPS), Alok & Shalu Gera, Sanjeev Dev Malik, DK Tyagi (Founder of Delhi Town Ltd. London), Jagruti Mehta Sanghavi (Fashion Fabric Designer), Paramjeet Kaur, Anupam Agarwal & Gopi Shah (Fashion Designer).

The Global movement of Bharat Mahotsav @ Varanasi was successful in promoting the Best of India on the global forum, thus paving the way for the opening of new frontiers for all those associated with the event.

A win win state for all the stakeholders that have pledged to show the real prowess and might of “New India”.

By Bipin Sharma

Delhi based Mohd. Imran is surely no ordinary Man as he wears the hat of both a scientist and a food connoisseur.

Imran is a Senior Safety & Pharmacovigilance Specialist, Quality Manager, Team Lead, Trainer & Mentor at Clinical Research Organization (CRO). that happens to be among the top 10 CRO’s of the world (as per Forbes Survey).

With a Masters in Pharmacology from Hamdard, the top ranked Pharma University and a Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Imran has proven his mettle in the field of Pharmacovigilance and drug safety across various therapeutics area.

In addition to his professional acumen, Imran has carved a niche for himself as a food connoisseur. Since he always had the penchant for photography, he never missed an opportunity to capture the golden moments of a good dining experience wherever he went. The craze for clicking pictures acquired another dimension when he began writing reviews about food and specialty cuisines of different restaurants.

What started as a passion for Imran scaled another level when he decided to launch “Dillimerijaan06”, a food blogging site for food bloggers and a complete foodie’s hub.

Sharing more about his passion and future course of action, Imran says, “Since food and the ambience of restaurants always fascinated me, I decided to give wings to my dreams. The launching of delhimerijaan06 on the instagram is an outcome of my years of observation and proclivity for food. The instagram platform link is : https://www.instagram.com/delhimerijaan06/–

There will never be a dull moment @ Delhimerijaan06 as we will leave no stone unturned in offering not just the latest on the food front, but also go that extra mile in updating the subscribers and foodies on the new innovations and food events happening in different nooks and corners of the city. Amen!!

Coach Shweta has carved a niche for herself as an eminent Personal Branding & Legacy Coach. Delhi based Coach Shweta is a Globally Certified “Life Coach” & “Transformational Speaker”. She has dedicated a lifetime towards exploring and applying techniques for realizing human potential. As a natural outcome of her steadfast commitment and years of due diligence, she has been empowering individuals through her Coaching Program “Meri Azaadi” which is to unblock their invisible shackles of mind to gain desired Emotional and Financial freedom. She is imparting full time Coaching for Corporates, HNI clients from India, Dubai, Jordan, England and Croatia. Understanding their stringent routine and daunting challenges, Shweta has coached BSF Jawans and Officers in Jodhpur as well as Police officers of Gaya.

That she is truly multi-talented can be gauged from the fact that she has excelled as a TV show host, Motivational Speaker and as an Author. Amen!!

Ashish Bhardwaj has carved a niche for himself as a social activist and he credits his parents for all the inspiration that made his life worthwhile.

Born and brought up in Delhi, Ashish, is an entrepreneur by profession, and always been a happy go bindas man. The turning point in his life came when he was fascinated by the various social activities of his mother who had won many laurels as a social crusader.

Thus began a new chapter in the life of Ashish when he decided to dedicate a considerable period of his time in a day towards addressing the grievances of those in suffering, need and pain. Be it educating people on the various nuances of social distancing in the wake of Corona Pandemic, or imparting Holistic education to the children from the EWS strata, Ashish has left no stone unturned in contributing his bit towards the society.

Equally laudable has been Ashish’s role in spreading awareness among the common man towards environment, and inspiring them to undertake regular plantation drives every year.

In the near future, Ashish aspires to launch a campaign for ensuring the enrollment of every child from the slums in the neighbourhood school.
Likewise, he is on the threshold of initiating a campaign to ensure basic safety and hygiene for the underprivileged segment of the society.

The young man has an ambition of playing a pivotal role in Nation Building through a series of relentless public welfare campaigns.

Gauging by his zeal, the Man surely seems resolute for giving shape to his vision !!

Ankit Arora is a Political Analyst & Commentator on the National TV. Possessing a sound background of Infrastructure Technology, he has had the privilege to be associated with top ranked Corporates.

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Senior Journalist | National TV Commentator | Political & Geo-Political Analyst |Media Consultant

Bipin Sharma — a name that commands respect in journalistic and analytical circles — needs no formal introduction. With an illustrious career as a seasoned journalist, he has firmly established himself as a firebrand political and geo-political commentator and analyst, regularly appearing on national television. Known for his incisive insights on politics, geo-politics, and socio-economic issues and fearless commentary, Sharma has become a trusted voice on matters that shape public discourse and in high-stakes panel discussions, breaking-news segments, and prime-time debates. He has appeared on prominent channels, offering fact-based analysis that bridges political realities with geo-strategic implications.

Profile:

Bipin Sharma is a renowned Indian journalist, bilingual TV commentator, and political analyst. With over two decades of experience across Print, Digital, Radio, and Television platforms, and a career marked by credibility and depth, Bipin Sharma continues to be an admired figure in the media landscape—educating, informing, and engaging audiences across India and beyond. His commentaries offer clarity, context, and a commitment to national interest in every narrative he presents.

Bipin’s early grounding in print journalism laid a strong foundation for the dynamic media presence he commands today.

His commentary is particularly valued for:

Breaking down complex political developments in an accessible, balanced manner.

Providing historical and regional context to current affairs.

Offering forecasts and implications of key national and international decisions.

Whether it’s decoding policy decisions in New Delhi, analyzing elections across Indian states, or assessing the global impact of geopolitical shifts—from Washington to Beijing, from Moscow to the Middle East—his commentaries are known for their objectivity, intellectual rigour, and sharp analytical edge.

Bipin Sharma’s insights have become a staple across leading Indian television news channels. With a sharp grasp of domestic politics and a nuanced understanding of global geo-political dynamics, Sharma brings clarity, depth, and perspective to some of the most complex issues shaping India and the world today. 

Here are some key highlights about him-

🎓 Education

• Schooling: Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram
• College: Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, Delhi University

-*Media Career*: Bipin Sharma began his journey in the world of journalism with prestigious media houses such as the Times Group, HT Media Ltd., and Newsline Publications. He’s currently a Consulting Editor at Ten News Network.

🧠 Professional Highlights

• Role: Senior Journalist, National TV Commentator, Political & Geo-Political Analyst
• Current Position: Consulting Editor at Ten News Network
• Media Experience:
  • Worked with major media houses like Times Group, HT Media Ltd., and Newsline Publications
  • Active across Print, Digital, Radio, and Television platforms

📺 Media Presence

A regular face on leading national and regional news channels, Bipin is an Independent Political & Geo-political Analyst who has added value to prime-time debates and special programs on TV channels such as India News, Zee Delhi NCR, Sahara Samay, NewsX, Bharat 24, News 1 India, India Voice, News India 24×7, News 18 India, News9, Prime News, Network 10, & ANB News among others. Whether sparring with political heavyweights or unravelling policy reforms, Bipin brings depth, neutrality, and a well-informed perspective that resonates with viewers across the spectrum.

• Frequently appears on national television for prime-time debates and breaking-news segments
• His commentary is valued for:
  • Historical and regional context
  • Fact-based analysis
  • Sharp, objective insights

-*Expertise*: Bipin has expertise in campaign journalism, having catalyzed change and raised public awareness on critical issues through his editorial campaigns.

🎯 Areas of Expertise

• Political Analysis: Known for breaking down complex political developments with clarity and balance
• Geo-Political Commentary: Offers deep insights into international affairs, especially involving regions like Washington, Beijing, Moscow, and the Middle East
• Campaign Journalism: Has led editorial campaigns that raised public awareness and catalyzed change
• Election Forecasting: Predicted a BJP-led NDA victory in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, with increased seats compared to 2019

-*Predictions and Analysis*: In the context of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Bipin predicted that the BJP-led NDA would score a hat-trick, with BJP’s seats increasing compared to 2019. He also forecasted BJP’s performance in various states, including Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Tamil Nadu.

– *Writing Style*: Bipin has written numerous articles and features on a wide spectrum of issues, ranging from civic to political, cultural, lifestyle, crime, health, infrastructure development, entertainment, and more. His expertise spans a wide spectrum of critical areas including politics, foreign affairs, societal and civic issues, the economy, art and culture, education, and policy-making.

Some of his notable articles and features include:

– *”Communication as a redeemer and a unifier”*: An article highlighting the importance of communication in democracy.

– *”The game changing factors in Democracy”*: An analysis of the key factors influencing democracy.

– *”PM needs to break his ‘maun’ by taking tough decisions for keeping his popularity intact”*: An opinion piece on the need for decisive action in governance.

Coming from a family of Army officers, his commentaries are deeply rooted in patriotism and public interest. His editorial tone reflects a strong nationalistic ethos, which sets him apart in an often polarised media environment.

Throughout his expansive Media career, Bipin has reported on major political developments, diplomatic affairs, global security dynamics, and grassroots issues. His expertise in Campaign Journalism has led to real-world impact, with several of his editorial campaigns catalyzing change and raising public awareness on critical issues.

His incisive pandemic-era webinars earned him the “Corona Warrior Award” for delivering timely, actionable insights during a national crisis.

Beyond TV, Bipin has also been featured as an expert on Akashwani FM Rainbow, discussing themes like the G-20 and careers in journalism. A prolific writer and interviewer, his bylines and features have appeared in reputed publications including News Announcer, Trade Reporter, Neighbourhood Flash, and Samachar Post. He has interviewed luminaries across politics, cinema, activism, and governance—each interaction offering a fresh perspective on India’s evolving story.

A certified Online Journalist (Vskills), Bipin holds a degree in English Honours from Delhi University and a Post Graduate Diploma in Television Journalism, with professional training in TV News Reading and Anchoring. An alumnus of Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram, he blends academic depth with on-ground newsroom expertise.

In addition to journalism, Bipin is a strategic Media Consultant, advising brands and institutions on media marketing, brand positioning, advertorial strategies, and audience engagement.

Since 2021, he has been contributing to public service training as Visiting/ Guest Faculty at the Delhi Police Subsidiary Training Unit, Kingsway Camp—delivering lectures on Police-Media Coordination for PSOs and law enforcement personnel.

Community Initiatives

Outside of media, Bipin is an active community volunteer, contributing to blood donation camps, environmental campaigns, and social outreach programs.

Awards & Recognitions:

Journalist Association of India (JAI) Global Award 2024, presented by Hon’ble Former Chief Justice of India, K.G. Balakrishnan & Sec. General (JAI) Sh. H.K Sethi

North East Samaritan Award, conferred by World Boxing Champion Mary Kom & DGP Robin Hibu (Founder Helping Hands)

“Journalist of the Year” Award in recognition of the outstanding accomplishments & individual excellence in the field of Tourism sector @ 14th Annual International Hospitality India & Travel Awards- 2018

Arch of Excellence Award (2018) by All India Achievers Conference for Prolific Journalism

National Women Empowerment Award of Honour-2018 by National Child & Women Development Charitable Trust (Regd.)

Dr. S. Radhakrishnan Memorial National Teacher & Media Network Award (2016)

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Journalist Bipin Sharma’s Media Journey

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Best of Bipin’s TV Political Commentaries & Analysis

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(Bipin Sharma is admired for making complex political developments accessible and for offering forecasts with historical and regional context. If you’re exploring media personalities or looking to analyze journalistic styles, Sharma’s work is a compelling case study in clarity and conviction)

By Bipin Sharma

An Ardent devotee of Goddess Kalka, Pankaj Laadla has carved a niche for himself as a Devotional Singer. A native of West Bengal, he has been staying in the National Capital Delhi ever since his family migrated from Kolkata to New Delhi some two decades ago. 

As a young boy, he was enchanted when he heard singers singing devotional renditions in praise of the Divine Goddess.

As luck would have it, his natural leaning towards devotional music coupled with an inner calling led him to singing devotional songs in the holy premises of Kalkaji Temple and other places. And, thus began a never ending tryst with devotional singing. 

The outbreak of the Corona Pandemic and the subsequent imposition of the lockdown brought life to a grinding halt. All during the lockdown phase, Pankaj Laadla remained in touch with his FB friends and followers. Through his music, he played the role of a good Samaritan by urging them to exercise restraint and caution in the times of the Corona Pandemic.

Sharing more on the same, Pankaj Laadla says, “Music is a great medium to connect with the masses and there is always the privilege of conveying relevant messages to the society. During the Lockdown phase, when the entire humanity barring the Corona Warriors were all compelled to stay confined with the four walls of their homes, staying connected through the social and the digital media was the most fascinating option. Being no exception, I made the optimum use to make appeals to my followers and friends through Facebook, Instagram and Streamyard App to adhere to all the norms of the social distancing. It was vital to spread positivity and a sense of optimism to people all around as there was a palpable anxiety and panic among masses owing to Corona virus. Corona Pandemic has taught Mankind numerous lessons, and it is imperative on the part of every citizen to ensure that we now accord more importance to boosting our immunity and also begin valuing the precious life given to us by Almighty. It is equally important for us to realize that ‘Humanity’ is the real need of the hour, and everything else is secondary. It was heartening to see countless people turning into “Corona Samaritans” during the lockdown phase when they went their extra mile to fulfill the basic needs of the impoverished and the underprivileged segments of the society. “Corona Samaritans” deserve all round applaud for their painstaking initiatives in times of uncertainty and mayhem during the lockdown phase. They are truly the Pride of the entire Nation. Even when we manage to vanquish Corona from our lives, we should not stop playing the role of a good Samaritan as it should become an integral component of our lives, and not merely a one time exercise. Also, while the lockdown may have forced all of us to maintain physical distancing, it no way implies that we should not take this opportunity to consolidate our bonds with our fellow neighbours, friends and relatives thought various social and digital mediums. As a unified team, we can effectively and efficiently hand a crushing defeat to any future calamity or untoward eventuality. Also, while we may have begun unlocking the lockdown from June onwards, and places of worship have been opened for the general public, citizens need to tread with lot of caution and can’t afford to be complacent as the threat of Corona Pandemic still looms large on our heads.”

By Puja Shree

Since 2015, the world has been celebrating International Yoga Day with all enthusiasm and devotion, and surely the credit goes to our great nation India that made the world hail and acknowledge the timeless power of Yoga.

In his address in the 69th session of the General Assembly in United Nations in the year 2014, Prime Minister Modi spoke at length about the universal appeal and widespread benefits of Yoga. and apprised the member states about how embracing Yoga could pave the way for the world citizenry to lead a more healthy and holistic life. PM Modi described Yoga as an invaluable gift from our ancient tradition, and how it embodied unity of mind and body, thought and action … a holistic approach that is valuable to our health and our well-being. Further Modi had described Yoga as not just an exercise, but more importantly, as a way to discovering the sense of oneness with yourself, the world and the nature.

Such impactful was PM Modi’s articulation of ‘Yoga’ that as many as 175 member states gave a resounding nod to according ‘Yoga’ an international status. Subsequently, the United Nations made the official announcement of celebrating International Yoga Day (IYD) on 21^st June every year, and subsequently since year 2015, the world began observing 21^st June as “International Yoga Day”. The key aim behind celebrating 21^st June as International Yoga Day is to globally spread awareness of the widespread benefits of practicing yoga.

Mindful of the Corona Pandemic that took Mankind by a storm this year, the United Nations decided to keep the theme of the IYD as “Yoga for Health- Yoga at Home”. The UN theme of IYD says it all that in the light of the Pandemic when we are required to adhere to all the norms of the social distancing, all the yoga practitioners need to practice Yoga within the confines of their home and ofcourse make the optimum use of the online yoga resources. Indubitably, Yoga is one of the most powerful tools to coping with the inevitable stress component of day to day lives, and to maintain a perfect state of physical well-being. The student fraternity in particular, can practice myriad yoga poses sans any risk and attain the same benefits that adults do. Some of the benefits being enhanced flexibility and fitness, mindfulness, rejuvenation and relaxation.

It is a matter of immense pride for all Indians that the ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice of Yoga finds it origin in India. The word ‘yoga’ derives from Sanskrit and basically means to join or to unite, symbolizing the union of body and consciousness. Yoga nowadays is practiced in plethora of forms around the world and with time advent, has gained more popularity and acceptance.

The practice of yoga dates back to the Pre-Vedic Indus Valley era around 3000 BCE. Yoga finds a mention in the Rigveda, as well as in the Upanishads. The credit goes to Indian Yoga Gurus for introducing Yoga to the Western world.

Yoga is all about positivity, and spreading positivity through positive aura.

Our body makes connections with the mind, and together, the mind and the body make connections with the soul, and then going further, the soul makes connection with the Supreme Force, the God.

Similarly, when there is a global level connect between different nations, it plays a pivotal role in bridging gaps and eventually paves the way towards exploring solutions to most complex of problems.

In these trying times of Corona Pandemic, there are many self styled passionate volunteers who have played a marvellous role in acting as good Samaritans by reaching out to those in need of basic living amenities like food, medicines and sanitizers. 

The Time tested Yoga practices have emerged as not only one of the best stress buster remedies this Corona, but have simultaneously played a vital role in inspiring people to be good human beings by caring for those in suffering, need and pain. Yoga has a key role in Nation Building.

The role of Yoga in helping us deal with stress has indeed been very critical especially during the time when life has literally come to a grinding halt all of a sudden.

While we may be physically apart from each other, our bonds have remained intact as most of us have remained in touch with our loved ones and friends through the digital media

Yoga has the remarkable power to help people connect with each other as well as with your own self. Life today is extremely stressful owing to stringent deadlines and the unending hullabaloo that has become an integral part of our existence. As a result, more and more people are falling prey to life threatening ailments and other health hazards. Ask experts, and they will suggest you umpteen medications. I, for one, have always adhered to basic fitness regimes and a healthy lifestyle. It is a well acknowledged fact that most of the simple or complicated ailments are related to the sedentary and lethargic lifestyles. The benefits of age old practices such as morning or evening walking are innumerable, and should never be overlooked. The WHO definition of Health is, “a state of positive physical, mental and social well being, and not merely absence of disease”. I strongly believe it is time for the world citizenry to make Yoga an integral component of their day to day lives for helping us lead a more holistic, stress free lifestyle!!

(Puja Shree is a Yoga Expert and Social Crusader who was honoured with the prestigious Baden-Powell National Award 2018)

By Manali Kandhway (President of Enactus LSR)

Mental Health, termed as the “new Global Pandemic”, often finds professional help inaccessible, due to the high price associated with it.

With the world mulling over a “cure”, enters “Project Ruhani”, under the aegis of Enactus, Lady Shri Ram College for Women, a zealous team of 20 girls, to turn the tables over. Enactus is a Social entrepreneurship society and an International non-profit organization working in more than 1710 universities spread across 36 countries. It is a community of students, academic and business leaders committed to using entrepreneurial action for transforming lives.

Project Ruhani came into existence with the prime objective of making mental health accessible, affordable and inclusive for all. The project brought therapy to your doorstep. The team introduced the novel idea of creating empathetic and supportive communities with group therapy through technology.

The need of this initiative rose multi fold, as the world crumbled down under the weight of Covid-19. To cope with feelings of loneliness, isolation and apprehension, the team linked therapists to people through online video conferencing. With help available just a click away, it has resulted in a remarkable participation. An extensive range of themes are covered during group therapy, demonstrating how to cope with mental distress during such trying and turbulent times. This was expanded to include alternative therapies like art, music and dance, through workshops such as “Mandala Art”, “Sound Healing”, “De- Stress with Dance Movement”, etc. The Project took pride in hosting sessions for the LGBTQ+ community as well.

Ruhani also collaborated with ‘Haiyya’, to further the idea of the “Resilience Circle”.

With the aim of purpose of creating emotional bonding and a sense of togetherness, there is a group of 8-9 people who connect together at a safe space for venting out their pent up emotions to a group of completely unknown individuals, sans any fear of judgement, or any other dire consequence.

Project Ruhani found it’s place in the ‘Top 5 Best Ideas’ in the Impact Competition hosted by Enactus.

An annual series of regional and national competitions showcases Enactus teams’ impact, evaluated by global business leaders. National champion teams advance to the prestigious Enactus World Cup. Ruhani is set to take plunge into the Nationals in July.

Project Ruhani has been able to create an unprecedented and intricate network of care, that indeed goes beyond anyone’s expectation and imagination. What came along with that were countless smiles, blossoming bonds, touching tales, and more importantly, hearts reaching out to each other. What these passionate girls receive in return is the greatest gift they could ask for- Gratitude.

For more details on Project Ruhani, you can go to the Instagram account- @projectruhani

By Bipin Sharma

“A friend in need is a friend is indeed” goes the ageless adage, and a classic instance of this has been Dr Aditya Prakash Bhardwaj (IRS). Posted as Deputy Commissioner of Income Tax in Faridabad, he has made humanity proud with his selfless acts of nobility.

Ever since the Lockdown owing to Corona Pandemic was announced and enforced in specific, Dr Aditya has been on ground zero, playing the role of a Samaritan since day one.

Taking immediate cognizance of the gravity of the Corona Pandemic, Dr Aditya and his team of “Never say never die Crusaders” got going for the sake of humanity from the word ‘go’.

Working in sync with a team of 50 like minded passionate and committed individuals all of whom have been Achievers in their respective fields, they have been instrumental in serving food kits to close to 6 lakh people all along the Gurgaon-Faridabad stretch near the Aravalli range and the nearby areas.

Running a community kitchen initiative under the aegis of “WeCare”, Dr Aditya’s team of relentless volunteers have provided meals to the needy ones most of them being the migrant labourers, cart pullers, and the slum dwellers.

“WeCare” team has also played a pivotal role in spreading awareness among masses about the need to adhere to all the norms of the social distancing.

Equally commendable has been the noteworthy initiative undertaken by Dr Aditya and his wife Aastha in distributing self innovated “Mom Kits” that include sanitation items along with protein rich food and milk for the pregnant women, the lactating mothers and kids.

All along the lockdown period, Dr Aditya and his team have also been feeding bread, chapatis and bananas to cows and the street dogs on a regular basis.

“WeCare” team members undertook the noble initiative of hanging as many as 200 water buckets on different trees to quench the thirst of monkeys and birds in the nearby area. With rising mercury and more water requirement, the buckets are being regularly replenished with water. 

Born and brought up in a small village named Narnaul in Haryana, Dr Aditya also happens to be a well qualified physician having completed his MBBS from PGIMS, Rohtak. Subsequently, he sat for the UPSC examinations, and opted for the prestigious IRS in 2015.

Sharing more on the same, Dr Aditya says, “The motto of “WeCare” from its inception has been to ensure that no one goes to sleep hungry be it humans or animals. Our team of dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers have been working on a war footing note to serve meals to the poor and the needy ones, besides also providing rotis, bananas, breads and water to monkeys, dogs, cows and birds. While we may have unlocked the Lockdown, many people remain hard pressed to make both ends meet as they are without livelihood. Considering this grim veracity, “WeCare” will continue its mission of providing meals to all such people till normalcy is restored back in their lives. Having done my initial years of schooling from a government school, I was not only well versed with the lacunas and the shortfalls, but more importantly nurtured a keen desire to offer my suggestions for the much needed improvisations. I feel truly blessed that in the last three years of my posting in Faridabad, I have made the most optimum use of my leisure time during the weekends by spending quality time with the students of various corporation schools situated in the interiors of Faridabad. I have apprised students of the various competitive exams like the UPSC, MBBS, MBA, Law, Engineering etc, and how they could register themselves for the examinations. There is enormous hidden talent lying untapped in various corporation schools of Faridabad. Thus quite naturally, my emphasis has throughout been to groom the student fraternity of these schools so that their talent can be channelized in a more constructive direction for their self growth and Nation Building on the whole.”

Dr Aditya Bhardwaj is a “Man on a Mission” as he is not just a “Hunger Warrior”, but also a Torch Bearer for the young minds ! Way to go !!