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Time of India
11 hours ago
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- Time of India
WR to mark Bandra's 60th anniv with heritage theme
Mumbai: Western Railway (WR) is rolling out the red carpet for one of Mumbai's most iconic suburban rail landmarks—Bandra station—as it turns 160 this year. In a first-of-its-kind celebration, commuters and citizens will witness a month-long 'Bandra Station Mahotsav,' a heritage-themed cultural extravaganza starting June 20. From heritage walks and photo exhibits to vlog-making and art competitions, the mahotsav promises to blend nostalgia with community participation. The event, being hosted across June and July, is part of WR's efforts to celebrate the station's legacy and its emotional connect with generations of Mumbaikars. WR's chief public relations officer Vineet Abhishek said, "The celebration will kick off with the release of a commemorative postal stamp and a vibrant cultural performance showcasing local talent. The station has also been given a facelift, with aesthetic enhancements to reflect its architectural grandeur." "The mahotsav is an invitation to relive history," Abhishek said. "Bandra station is not just a commuter hub—it's a living memory for the city." As part of the community connect, WR is inviting entries for 3 competitions—art and craft, vlog making, and purani yaadein—the last being a nostalgia project where commuters can share photos, videos or voice clips capturing their memories of the station. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo All entries will be showcased at the station on July 13 and on WR's social media handles. A specially curated light-and-sound show and a photo exhibition will be held on July 5 and 6, chronicling the evolution of the station and its role in shaping the city's urban narrative. Interviews with rail enthusiasts and city historians will also be featured. The event will conclude on July 27 with a felicitation of contest winners and participants. Entry forms and competition details are available via links and QR codes shared on @WerMumbai (Instagram) and @MumbaiWR (Facebook). Participants are encouraged to use hashtags like #StationMahotsav and #BandraStation in their posts. Opened in 1864 and its building constructed in 1888, Bandra is a Grade I heritage structure. Its Victorian Gothic design mixed with vernacular elements continues to turn heads.
Time of India
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WR to mark Bandra's 160th anniv with heritage theme
Mumbai: Western Railway (WR) is rolling out the red carpet for one of Mumbai's most iconic suburban rail landmarks—Bandra station—as it turns 160 this year. In a first-of-its-kind celebration, commuters and citizens will witness a month-long 'Bandra Station Mahotsav,' a heritage-themed cultural extravaganza starting June 20. From heritage walks and photo exhibits to vlog-making and art competitions, the mahotsav promises to blend nostalgia with community participation. The event, being hosted across June and July, is part of WR's efforts to celebrate the station's legacy and its emotional connect with generations of Mumbaikars. WR's chief public relations officer Vineet Abhishek said, "The celebration will kick off with the release of a commemorative postal stamp and a vibrant cultural performance showcasing local talent. The station has also been given a facelift, with aesthetic enhancements to reflect its architectural grandeur." "The mahotsav is an invitation to relive history," Abhishek said. "Bandra station is not just a commuter hub—it's a living memory for the city." As part of the community connect, WR is inviting entries for 3 competitions—art and craft, vlog making, and purani yaadein—the last being a nostalgia project where commuters can share photos, videos or voice clips capturing their memories of the station. All entries will be showcased at the station on July 13 and on WR's social media handles. A specially curated light-and-sound show and a photo exhibition will be held on July 5 and 6, chronicling the evolution of the station and its role in shaping the city's urban narrative. Interviews with rail enthusiasts and city historians will also be featured. The event will conclude on July 27 with a felicitation of contest winners and participants. Entry forms and competition details are available via links and QR codes shared on @WerMumbai (Instagram) and @MumbaiWR (Facebook). Participants are encouraged to use hashtags like #StationMahotsav and #BandraStation in their posts. Opened in 1864 and its building constructed in 1888, Bandra is a Grade I heritage structure. Its Victorian Gothic design mixed with vernacular elements continues to turn heads.
