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  • Eminent oncologist Dr Jatin Shah honored by The South Asian Times as its Person of the Year 2025

    Eminent oncologist Dr Jatin Shah honored by The South Asian Times as its Person of the Year 2025

    • By Parveen Chopra

    WOODBURY, NY (TIP): Dr Jatin Shah, the leading head and neck surgeon in the world, was felicitated as The South Asian Times – Person of the Year 2025 at a gala function at Crest Hollow Country Club here on January 9, 2026. The gala was attended by who’s who of the Indian American community and many distinguished professionals.

    Dr Jatin Shah making his acceptance speech

    Kamlesh Mehta, Chairman and Publisher of The South Asian Times, along with three Padma Awardees — Padma Bhushan Sant Singh Chatwal, Padma Shri Dr Sudhir Parikh, Chairman of Parikh Worldwide Media, and Padma Shri Dr Dattatreyudu Nori, an eminent oncologist,  presented the POY crystal plaque to Dr Shah.

    Dr Parikh, a family friend of Dr Shah, wished him more achievements and honors, good health and a long life.

    Dr Shah, who is 85 and completed 50 years of service at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York last year, including over two decades as Chief of Head and Neck Service, said in his acceptance speech, “I am honored and feel privileged to be chosen by The South Asian Times as the Person of the Year for 2025. Being recognized by your own – family, community or society – is a unique honor that is hard to come by, and even harder to achieve than any award or recognition from a professional or academic organization. For that, I am grateful to The South Asian Times. I will cherish this high honor for the rest of my life.”

    Dr Shah, who is world renowned for transforming the medical discipline in his specialty with research, innovations and fostering collaborations worldwide, was introduced by Dr Ashok Shaha, Attending Surgeon on the Head and Neck Service at Memorial Sloan Kettering for the past 35 years.

    Unveiling The South Asian Times Person of the Year Special Edition featuring Dr Jatin Shah: Kamlesh Mehta, Nimmi Mehta, Dr Jatin Shah, Dr Ivana Shah, Deputy Consul General Vishal Harsh, Jori Kohli and Parveen Chopra.

    Dr Jatin Shah was also felicitated by eminent doctor friends of his – Doctors J. Ganesh Bhat, Nitin and Leena Doshi, Shashi Shah, Narinder Kukar, and Bhupi Patel.

    A video message from Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman congratulating Dr Shah and The South Asian Times was played at the event.

    The honorees of The South Asian Times – Person of the Year from previous years – Chintu Patel (2017), Naveen Shah (2018), Ranju & Ravi Batra (2019), Ravishankar Bhooplapur (2020),  Mohan Wanchoo (2021) and Mukund Padmanabhan (2024) – spoke and congratulated Dr Jatin Shah.

    Honoring Dr Jatin Shah with a shawl: (from left) Kamlesh Mehta, Dr J. Ganesh Bhatt, Dr Leena Doshi, Dr Jatin Shah, Dr Shashi Shah, Dr Narinder Kukar, Dr Bhupi Patel and Dr Nitin Doshi.

    The South Asian Times has been honoring a Person of the Year since 2010 with a special pull-out section coinciding with the New Year edition.

    Mrs Nimmi Mehta, Kamlesh Mehta’s wife, gave the welcome speech and felicitated Dr Ivana Shah, Jatin Shah’s orthodontist wife, with a shawl and bouquet.

    The special edition of The South Asian Times recognizing and featuring Dr Jatin Shah as Person of the Year 2025 was unveiled on the occasion. Joining Kamlesh Mehta and Dr Shah for the unveiling were Vishal Harsh, Deputy Consul General at the Indian Consulate in New York, Dr Ivana Shah, Nimmi Mehta, Parveen Chopra, Founding Editor of The South Asian Times and Founder of A Lotus In The Mud, and Jori Kohli, an entrepreneur.

    The Dr Jatin Shah POY Special carries an intensive and extensive interview with him, as well as over 50 congratulatory messages from his colleagues at Memorial Sloan Kettering, eminent head and neck surgeons, his peers and former trainees as well as friends and family. They include Hollywood superstar Michael Douglas and Bollywood actor-director Rakesh Roshan.

    Distinguished personalities including previous Person of The Year honorees congratulated Dr Jatin Shah – (from left) Naveen Shah, Kamlesh Mehta, Ravi Batra, Nimmi Mehta, Sant Chatwal, Dr Ivana Shah, Dr Jatin Shah, Dr Sudhir Parikh, Dr Dattatreyudu Nori, Ravishankar Bhooplapur, Ranju Batra, DCG Vishal Harsh, Chintu Patel, Mukund Padmanabhan and Mohan Wanchoo.

    The program concluded with the cutting of the cake, where all the key people joined in to congratulate Drs Jatin and Ivana Shah.

    The program was EmCeed  by Jori Kohli, who kept it soulful and energetic. Sneh ‘Sunny’ Thakkar, Artistic Director of Music for the Indo-American Arts Council, curated and presented a Sitar recital by Radhika Samson, who was accompanied by Ramanan Venkatraman (on Hansaveena), Manav Khurana (Tabla) and Joseph Costello (Ghatam). Ganesh Vandana and Kathak performance was by Aiyana Begani, Arya Gosalia, Aranya Kathpal, Zara Lakhani and Nina Patel, students of Preya Patel of Vivarta Arts.

    A sumptuous, elaborate dinner was catered by Benares. The elegant gala event, attended by over 150 elite guests, was held at the exquisitely-decorated Grand Ballroom of Crest Hollow Country Club, one of the most beautiful venues on Long Island.

    (Parveen Chopra is the former founder editor of the South Asian Times and the founder editor of  ALotusInTheMud.com, the premier wellness and spirituality web magazine)

  • OFBJP-USA NJ Chapter Celebrates 75th Birthday of Hon’ble Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi with Enthusiasm and Community Spirit

    OFBJP-USA NJ Chapter Celebrates 75th Birthday of Hon’ble Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi with Enthusiasm and Community Spirit

    • Vijay Shah

    EDISON, NJ (TIP): Overseas Friends of Bharatiya Janata Party (OFBJP-USA), New Jersey Chapter, organized an event on September 20, 2025, at the ITV Gold Auditorium in Edison, New Jersey, to celebrate the 75th birthday of Indian Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi. The gathering was attended by community leaders, volunteers, and well-wishers from across New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

    Mr. Narendra Modi, currently serving his third term as Prime Minister, turned 75 on September 17th. Widely regarded as one of the most popular leaders in the world, Mr. Modi’s life and leadership were honored during the evening. The program also commemorated Telangana Liberation Day, which falls on September 17th, marking the historic 1948 integration of the Hyderabad state into the Indian Union under Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s leadership.

    The event was well organized and drew a large crowd. Food donations were also collected for the Community Foodbank of New Jersey (CFBNJ).

    Mr. Gunjan Mishra, a volunteer and the emcee of the evening, opened the program by welcoming attendees and expressing gratitude to all for joining over the weekend. Ms. Kalpana Shukla and Mr. Vilas Jambula commenced the event with  “Vande Mataram.”

    OFBJP-USA President Mr. Adapa Prasad, who traveled from the Washington, D.C. area, then addressed the gathering. He described Prime Minister Mr. Modi as a “God-sent gift” and a symbol of sacrifice, simplicity, determination, and inspiration for India’s 1.4 billion citizens. He also reflected on the significance of Telangana Liberation Day, recalling Operation Polo in 1948, when the Indian Army ended the Nizam’s rule to secure India’s unity and integrity.

    Padma Shri awardee and community leader Dr. Sudhir Parikh delivered a keynote address. He praised Prime Minister Mr. Modi as a living embodiment of the principle of “Nation First.” Dr. Parikh also shared memories of his early interactions with a young Mr. Narendra Modi, alongside leaders like Mr. L.K. Advani and Mr. Atal Bihari Vajpayee. He noted that it was Mr. Modi  himself who encouraged him to launch a television channel to broadcast Indian culture and news in America, which ultimately became ITV Gold. Today, the channel broadcasts Doordarshan news daily in the U.S.

    Mr. Charan Singh, an award-winning community leader, and Ms. Shukla jointly gave a presentation on the impact of Modi ji’s governance since 2014, highlighting landmark schemes such as:

    • Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (financial inclusion)
    • “Make in India” program (boost to domestic manufacturing)
    • Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (Clean India Mission)
    • Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao (education and safety of girl children)
    • Goods and Services Tax (GST), unifying state and central taxes
    • Ayushman Bharat (healthcare access for low-income families)
    • The Ram Temple movement and inauguration in 2024
    • Revocation of Article 370 (special status of Jammu and Kashmir)
    • National Education Policy 2020
    • COVID-19 vaccine development and global distribution under “Vaccine Maitri”
    • Space achievements such as Chandrayaan-3’s successful south pole landing in 2023

    Other milestones noted included initiatives like Digital India, direct benefit transfers, the Statue of Unity, and widespread infrastructure and transportation development.

    Mr. Krishna Reddy, former president of OFBJP-USA, described Mr. Modi ’s life journey as proof of what can be achieved with vision as “vast as the ocean” and determination as “firm as the Himalayas.” He then invited guests to join in the ceremonial cake cutting to celebrate the Prime Minister’s 75th birthday.

    Several dignitaries, including Mr. Suresh Patel (President of FISANA), Mr. Rajan Singhal (ITServe Alliance), Dr. Sudha Parikh, Ms. Deepti Jani, and others, also addressed the gathering and extended their heartfelt greetings. The event concluded with Ms. Anita Chadha singing a birthday song for the Prime Minister.

    The organizers expressed gratitude to all community members, attendees, sponsors, and volunteers. Special thanks were extended to Dr. Sudhir Parikh and the ITV Gold team. After the indoor program, many participants joined in a community-led food donation drive in the parking lot for CFBNJ. By the end, donations filled the trunks of three cars, reflecting a compassionate gesture by the community to mark the 75th birthday of Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi.

  • Gandhian Society (USA) Honors Esteemed Guests in New Jersey

    Gandhian Society (USA) Honors Esteemed Guests in New Jersey

    EDISON, NJ (TIP): The Gandhian Society (USA) hosted a prestigious event in Edison, New Jersey, to welcome esteemed guests Dr. Harshad Patel, Vice Chancellor of Gujarat Vidyapith, Shri Nithin Mathuria ji, President of Aditya Birla Group of Companies. Other distinguished guests included Dr. H. R. Shah (Chairman, TV Asia), Nishith Patel (President, Edison Council), Kenny Desai (Ex-President, FIA), Dr. Sudhir Parikh (Chairman, Parikh Media), Viru Patel (Councilman, Woodbridge), Dipak Shah (President, FISANA), Dr. Mukund Thakur (President, INH), and Dilip Chouhan (Deputy Commissioner of International Affairs, NYC).

    Held at Msquare Fitness and Recreation Center, the event commenced with a captivating display of acrobatics and martial arts on rope and pole by members of the Mallakhamb Federation of USA. Following the performance, Mandar Patil, a board member of the Federation, addressed the audience, introducing the organization and its activities. Surgum Godbole, a dedicated young volunteer of the Gandhian Society, then graced the occasion with a soulful rendition of Mahatma Gandhi’s favorite bhajan, “Vaishnav Jan Tu.”

    The Gandhian Society volunteers accorded a traditional welcome to all guests of honor with cotton garlands. The evening featured remarks from esteemed guests.

    Dr. Sudhir Parikh commended the Gandhian Society’s tireless efforts in promoting Gandhian values among young people.
    Nishit Patel expressed his appreciation for the Society’s dedication to serving underprivileged communities worldwide.
    Biral Patel applauded the Society’s commitment to keeping youth at the forefront of all its initiatives.
    A highlight of the event was the presentation of a plaque by Mr. Bhadra Butala, Founder and Grand Patron of the Gandhian Society, to Shri Nitin Mathuria in recognition of his outstanding leadership in the community.

    The event followed the Gandhian Society team’s visit to New York City earlier that day, where they explored the new premises for the upcoming Gandhian Museum. This museum will showcase digital artifacts chronicling the life of Mahatma Gandhi and serve as a platform to propagate his timeless message and ideals that continue to inspire generations. The Aditya Birla Group deserves special mention for its generous donation of artifacts and ongoing support for the project, mirroring its efforts worldwide. The evening concluded with a delightful dinner reception.

  • FIA welcomes Consul General Shri Binaya S. Pradhan

    FIA welcomes Consul General Shri Binaya S. Pradhan

    NEW YORK CITY (TIP): Federation of Indian Associations (NYNJCT&NE) warmly welcomed the new Consul General of India, New York, Shri Binoy S. Pradhan. The FIA delegation first extended a heartfelt welcome to the Honorable Consul General on behalf of Chairman Ankur Vaidya and the entire FIA team in New York. The delegation comprised President Dr. Avinash Gupta, Dr. Sudhir Parikh, Kenny Desai, Anil Bansal, Anand Patel, and Alok Kumar. The FIA team has pledged its full support to the Consul General, assuring him that they will stand behind every initiative that benefits the community. Consul General Mr. Pradhan reciprocated, expressing his commitment to ensuring that the consulate remains accessible to the community under all circumstances.

    Deputy Consul General Dr. Varun Jeph informed the Honorable Consul General about the overwhelming support from the larger community towards the consulate. He also highlighted the significant contributions made by FIA to the community and their steadfast support.

    Dr. Avinash Gupta extended an invitation to Hon. CG and DCG to participate in the “Dance Pe Chance” event on February 10th, one of the largest dance competitions organized by a community organization. The event aims to connect the younger generation with our culture and celebrate Republic Day.

    Hon. Consul General Shri Binaya S. Pradhan expressed gratitude to all team members for braving the inclement weather to visit the consulate and extend such a warm welcome. Dr. Parikh assured the CG of FIA’s unwavering support to the consulate.

  • Ambassador Jaiswal bids farewell, promising to meet again – ‘Phir Milenge’

    Ambassador Randhir Jaiswal said to the gathering that his wife Dr. Abha Jaiswal joined him in thanking them and that he looked forward to meeting them again.
    A view of the gathering. Seen, among others , from L to R: Deputy Consul General Dr. Varun Jeph, Dr. Abha Jaiswal (3rd from left), Vikas Khanna, Prof. Indrajit Saluja, Harry Panaser, Ranju Batra, Dr. Sudhir Parikh, Jagdish Sewhani.

    I.S. Saluja

    NEW YORK CITY (TIP): Consul General Randhir Jaiswal and Dr. Abha Jaiswal hosted a get together to bid farewell to friends and community at the Consulate on November 29. Ambassador Jaiswal heaped praises on the Indian American community for their contribution to strengthening India in a number of ways. Their contribution to the growth of India and strengthening of relations between India and the US received his adulation. “ As India grows by leaps and bounds we will count on your support to take us forward”, he said.

    He attributed his success in ensuring efficient services to the community to his colleagues at the Consulate who were committed to their work.

    Ambassador Jaiswal thanked the gathering for their presence and said they would meet again (Phir Milenge).

  • 41st India Day Parade in Manhattan drew large crowds

    41st India Day Parade in Manhattan drew large crowds

    Sri Sri Ravishankar, Actors Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Jacqueline Fernandez, NY City Mayor Eric Adams and Public Advocate  Jumaane Williams graced the historic event

    New York City Mayor Eric Adams addressing the gathering.
    L to R: Assemblywoman Jenifer Rajkumar, Mayor Adams, Sri Sri Ravishankar, Consul General of India Randhir Kumar Jaiswal, and Dr. Sudhir Parikh.
    Mayor presented a Proclamation to FIA President Kenny Desai.
    L to R: Kenny Desai, Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Mayor Adams, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, and Sri Sri Ravishankar.
    New York Public Advocate Jumaane D Williams recognized Federation of Indian Associations for having exemplary events in the city of New York.
    L to R: Kenny Desai, Mayor Adams, Jumaane Williams, Sri Sri Ravishankar, and Consul General Randhir Kumar Jaiswal.
    Consul General Randhir Kumar Jaiswal greeting Indian Americans on the Independence Day of India.
    L to R: Si Sri Ravishankar, Randhir Kumar Jaiswal, and Dr. Sudhir Parikh.
    Noted singer Falu Shah singing a patriotic song.
    L to R: Deputy Commissioner for Trade, Investment and Innovation in Mayor Adam’s office, Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandez, Falu Shah , and Deputy Consul General Dr. Varun Jeph.
    Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu addressing the gathering.
    L to R: Assemblywoman Jenifer Rajkumar, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Sri Sri Ravishankar, and Consul General Randhir Kumar Jaiswal.

    NEW YORK CITY (TIP): A crowd of over 100 thousand lined up to witness the 41st India Day parade. The streets came alive with different hues of color, culture, and diversity.

    The theme for this year’s Parade was Mission Life – An India led global movement for a sustainable lifestyle for a greener and healthier planet. The Parade stared at 12.30 from the corner of Madison & E 38th Street as Consul General of India Sh. Randhir Jaiswal , spiritual guru HH Sri Sri Sri Ravishankar ji led it along with New York City Mayor Mr. Eric Adams, Indian Films Industry Actors Samantha Ruth Prabhu & Jacqueline Fernandez, and New York City Public Advocate Jumaane Williams.

    Sh. Randhir Jaiswal said that it’s an occasion to celebrate America and India together and their shared spirit of democracy. Samantha Ruth Prabhu said that the Parade made her realize how rich her culture and heritage is. The memories of the Parade will last her a lifetime.

    New York Public Advocate Jumaane D Williams recognized Federation of Indian Associations for having exemplary events in the city of New York

    Grammy award winner Falu Shah rendered a song dedicated to the International year of Millets – ‘Abundance in Millets”

    DCG Dr Varun Jeph said that lets unite in the theme of the Parade – Mission Life to make our planet greener for our future generations to come.

    FIA President said that the Parade aims to foster unity among the diverse Indian American Diaspora.

    Mr. Ankur Vaidya said that the parade aims to showcase our motherland India in our homeland India and also to keep the Diaspora connected to their cultural roots. The vibrant India Day parade has been organized by Federation of Indian Associations since 1981 and witnesses colorful floats, marching bands, colorful traditional attires, cultural performances, booth fairs – all representing India’s Unity in Diversity.

    The State Bank of India float. Seen in the front are Country Head Mr. Vinod Bansal, and the CE of SBI.
    The Bihar Float. Seen in the front is Mr. Alok Kumar, President of Bihar Association.
    A view of the parade.
    A Maharashtra Dhol Tasha group.

  • Indian media in America faces challenges and opportunities

    Publishers and editors reveal how they have been coping and the business strategies they have adopted.

    By Parveen Chopra
    Founder, ALotusInTheMud.com
    Founding Editor, The South Asian Times

    In 2020, India Abroad, known as the gold standard in ethnic newspapers in America, closed operations after 50 years in circulation. In 2022 New India Abroad was started by a different team.
    That tells you the story of Indian media in America. Down and up. Resilience and renewal. Learning and adapting.
    The downturn for all journalism – not just Indian ethnic media – has been caused by the ever-growing digital revolution. The 2008 economic meltdown was bad for the media too. Covid years were worse. Now, social media is the new villain in the journalism story. Many storied newspapers in the US have closed or curtailed operations.
    Indian ethnic media has been more vulnerable because of a lack of promoters with deep pockets for sustaining operations and a dearth of committed journalists doing quality work to keep readers engaged. Surprisingly, the big media houses from India have not ventured here.
    The need for quality journalism to serve the Indian community is greater than ever. For one, the community is growing – their numbers increased from about 3 million in 2010 to more than 4.5 million as per the 2020 census. Indian Americans make headlines as achievers in the US media and are referred to as a model minority.
    But being new immigrants, the community cannot let its guard down. Knowledge is power. It is the job of community media to bring to the notice of their readers issues that need collective action. And, becoming their voice, take their issues to officials and lawmakers concerned. For example, they need to keep hammering the US Congress to resolve the monstrous green card backlog for Indians.
    A new, combustible case is Washington state passing a law (now under consideration in California) banning discrimination based on caste, a practice allegedly extended here from India. Some Hindu groups condemned the move as anti-Indian. The community papers should be explaining the implications of the bill and build a consensus – for or against.
    Surely, all regions of the US with large Indian populations have community newspapers. But most of them have mainly ended up as aggregators compiling news and features available freely. In contrast, New York-based India Abroad once spawned editions in other diaspora countries and a news agency.
    India Abroad, under publisher Gopal Raju, even made press freedom history. They published a story linking megastar Amitabh Bachchan’s brother, Ajitabh Bachchan, to kickbacks in a defense deal. Ajitabh sued in London and won 40,000-pound damages in 1990. Raju fought the enforcement at home. US legacy media including The New York Times filed briefs in Raju’s support. Raju won.
    Unfortunately, declining ad revenue while honor-bound to keep printing copies to serve its 20,000+ paid subscribers made the paper a hot potato eventually.
    One contemporary of India Abroad was India West, a paper with big circulation on the West Coast. Its aging owners, Bina and Ramesh Murarka, shut it down when Covid struck.
    Today, a new opportunity has arisen for the Indian media. With the greater visibility of South Asians in many spheres of American life, it is time to tell their story to the mainstream. But to achieve that you need some gumption and broader vision.  Indian Americans are well-educated and high earners. Rightly leveraged, this market can support a vibrant media.
    So, what is blocking that from happening, and what is the way forward? Publishers and editors responded to reveal how they have been coping and the business strategies they have adopted.

    Business models in the mix

  • Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur and Indian Consulate Celebrate Gandhi Jayanti

    Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur and Indian Consulate Celebrate Gandhi Jayanti

    A view of the gathering.

    NEW YORK CITY (TIP): A special program celebrating the unique and revered relationship between Mahatma Gandhi and his spiritual mentor Shrimad Rajchandraji who shaped his freedom achieving ideas and beliefs of Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation (India), the revolutionary leader who paved the path for millions with the profound philosophy of non-violence is a name and legacy that every person around the globe recognizes was held on  October 2nd 2021 at the Consulate General of India, New York.

    The occasion was celebrated in the presence of Consul General Randhir Jaiswal, Padma Shri Dr. Sudhir Parikh, Parliament of World Religions Board chair member Nitin Ajmera, New York District Leader Neeta Jain, and President and Founder of the International Academy for Multicultural Cooperation Audrey Kitigawa,

    The celebrations focused on highlighting the relationship between Mahatma Gandhi and his spiritual mentor, Shrimad Rajchandraji, a spiritual revolutionary and poet-philosopher of the 19th Century. Honored as the spiritual guide of Mahatma Gandhi, Shrimad Rajchandraji was a tremendous formative influence on the Father of the Nation, shaping his ideas and guiding his beliefs. He played a pivotal role in the making of the Mahatma, on which basis Gandhiji achieved India’s independence and inspired generations. Their legacies continue to offer new paradigms to global peace and human progress.

    The special occasion continued with the commemoration of the 125th anniversary of the creation of Shrimad Rajchandraji’s magnum opus, ‘Atmasiddhi Shastra’ – a 142-verse epic spiritual masterpiece. To quench the genuine thirst of a seeker, Shrimadji lays a clear and cogent path of self-discovery by sharing the six spiritual truths in this scripture. It is a brilliant clarification on the diverse perspectives of spirituality, inspiring individuals across backgrounds to realize their greatest potential. Simplifying the essence embedded within every verse of Atmasiddhi Shastra for seekers around the globe, world-renowned spiritual leader and founder of Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur, Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji has authored a lucid commentary in English on the legendary poetic masterpiece. The book is a step-by-step guide to self-realization that offers a credible and achievable path to self-discovery – surpassing the boundaries of class, religion, nationality or age.

    In honor of Gandhi’s birth anniversary, Honorable Consul General Randhir Jaiswal along with Padma Shri Sudhir Parikh commemorated the special book cover reveal of Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji’s concise and complete commentary on the Atmasiddhi Shastra. It is a masterclass in spirituality for the modern seeker in the form of a book that is a deeply personal experience. Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji’s succinct commentary on Atmasiddhi Shastra is a confluence of philosophy and practicality, doctrine and devotion, logic and love, with a scientific approach.

    This book will be launched on 21st October and is now available for pre-orders on Amazon and other leading online platforms. Owing to the massive demand from readers worldwide, a dedicated website for the book- www.atmasiddhishastra.com was also launched. The book has been lauded with advanced reviews and best wishes from revered saints, industry experts, and opinion leaders worldwide.

    About Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur: Shrimad Rajchandra Mission

    Dharampur is a global spiritual movement founded by Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji, for seekers across 108 centers in five continents. Based on the philosophy and principles laid by Shrimad Rajchandraji, the great Indian saint & philosopher, who was also the spiritual mentor of Mahatma Gandhiji, the organization is led by the vision of Realizing One’s True Self and Serving Others Selflessly. The organization’s social initiative to offer service and bring joy to the lives of the underserved sections of society- Shrimad Rajchandra Love and Care enjoys Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council since 2020.

    (Based on a Press Release)

  • WORLD VEGAN VISION. CELEBRATES GANDHI JAYANTI 

    WORLD VEGAN VISION. CELEBRATES GANDHI JAYANTI 

    MAYWOOD, NJ (TIP):  World Vegan Vision and the Consulate General of India, New York celebrated Languages of India and Gandhi Birth Anniversary on October 1, 2021 at My Home Adult Day care center in Maywood, NJ. More than 160+ people joined the celebration.

    Cultural Consul Mr. Vipul Dev represented the consulate of India and Mr. H.K. Shah and Mrs. Malti Shah, founders of world vegan vision, Padmashree Dr. Sudhir Parikh, Dr. Sudha Parikh and several community leaders including Dr. Mukund Thacker were also present.  Mr. Pradip Kabaria graciously made available the venue for this event at his adult day care center.

    Dr. Shrenik Shah, president of world vegan vision NJ spoke about Mahatma Gandhi and his influence in leading a healthy lifestyle with a vegan diet.

    Many other talented speakers highlighted the life of Mahatma Gandhi in Gujrati, Hindi and English. The sponsors and donors of this program Mr. Kenny Desai, Dr. Mukund Thacker and Mr. Nimish Patel were honored by the Consul Culture and presented with recognition plaques for their support and donation.  The support from Indo American Seniors Association of Jersey City was also recognized.

    Everyone enjoyed a vegan dinner and were entertained by live singers. The event was planned and coordinated by World Vegan Vision Public Relations Mr. Nitin Vyas and Senior Executive Mr. Vinod Shah.