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India Gazette
19-05-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Aditya Group of Institutions Hosts Annual Convocation 2025, Honoring Student Excellence and New Beginnings
SMPL Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 19: The Aditya Group of Institutions (AGI), hosted its Annual Convocation Ceremony 2025 on Wednesday, May 7, at the Aditya Educational Campus in Borivali West, Mumbai. The vibrant celebration brought together close to 200 graduating students along with their proud families, faculty, and distinguished guests for a day filled with achievement, pride, and inspiration. The event opened with a formal academic procession from the Atrium to the Aditya Banquet Hall and commenced with the National Anthem, followed by the traditional lamp lighting and Saraswati Vandana--symbolizing a tribute to knowledge and enlightenment. In his warm welcome address, Dr. Balkrishna Parab, Director of Aditya Institute of Management Studies and Research (AIMSR), emphasized the institution's dedication to academic excellence and holistic development. 'It is a day of recognition and culmination of hard work of students as well as faculty of Aditya Group of Institutions and, last but not the least, a very proud moment for parents,' he stated. The ceremony was graced by three Guests of Honour: * Ar. Vikas Dilawari, a renowned conservation architect * Mr. Milind M. Shahane, Director at Tata Class Edge Limited and Executive Director & CEO of Trios Engineering Pvt. Ltd. * Mr. Anantharaman Sreenivasan, Managing Director & Group CEO of NuSummit Technologies Pvt. Ltd. Each guest shared personal and professional insights, motivating students to lead with vision and resilience in a rapidly evolving world. The Chief Guest, Shri A. P. Jamkhedkar, an eminent archaeologist, historian, and Chancellor of Sir J. J. De-Novo Deemed University, delivered an inspiring keynote address. He encouraged the graduates to embrace both curiosity and humility, urging them to remain connected to cultural values while embracing innovation. As part of the convocation traditions, students took professional oaths that symbolized their transition into the professional world. The MBA Oath was administered by Dr. Parab, while the Architecture Oath was led by Ar. Jamshid Bhiwandiwalla, Principal of the Aditya College of Architecture (ACA), emphasizing responsibility, ethics, and service. Graduates from three flagship institutions under AGI were conferred their degrees and diplomas: * Aditya Institute of Management Studies and Research (AIMSR): A total of 94 students graduated with their MMS degrees, specializing in Finance, Marketing, HR, IT, and Operations. * Aditya School of Business Management (ASBM): 36 students completed the PGDM program, AGI's premier management diploma. * Aditya College of Architecture (ACA): 28 students received degrees, 21 graduated from the program, and 9 completed ACA was proud to announce that 7 graduates were recognized as university toppers among colleges affiliated with Mumbai University. The atmosphere was electric as academic toppers were honored with medals and certificates. Loud applause echoed as each student walked across the stage, receiving their credentials in front of family and peers--a moment of pride and achievement. The event concluded with a heartfelt Vote of Thanks by Ar. Bhiwandiwalla, expressing gratitude to the faculty, administrative staff, students, and families whose collective efforts brought the ceremony to life. He reflected on the day as both an ending and a beginning--a transition from academic life to professional purpose. As the graduates prepare to embark on new journeys, they carry forward the core values of the Aditya Group of Institutions--knowledge, innovation, community, and ethical leadership. For more information, please visit: (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by SMPL. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same)
Business Standard
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
Indrani Mukerjea Enterprise and Sandip Soparrkar Turn Rhythm into Resilience on International Dance Day
NewsVoir Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 29: Monday afternoon (April 28), the stage at Mumbai's Veda Kunba Auditorium transformed into a living tapestry of courage, rhythm, and resilience, as Indrani Mukerjea Enterprise (IME) hosted "Dance Is for Everybody," an inclusive performance specially curated to honour International Dance Day. With Sandip Soparrkar serving as sutradhar for the evening, and emcee Ratan Pratap introducing each act with warmth and grace, the event transcended traditional performance formats to place disabled artists at the very heart of India's dance showcase brought together dancers representing India's full 17 recognised disability categories--including blindness, low vision, leprosy-cured status, hearing impairment, locomotor disability, dwarfism, intellectual disability, mental illness, autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, chronic neurological conditions, specific learning disabilities, speech and language disabilities, multiple disabilities, acid attack survivors, and Parkinson's disease. Each performer brought a unique story to the stage, demonstrating that dance is not about symmetry or speed--but about presence, spirit, and truth. Indrani Mukerjea, Founder of IME, addressed the audience, sharing, "True resilience is not about returning to where you were, but about moving forward differently--with wisdom, grace, and courage. Tonight's performers didn't just dance; they dismantled old ideas about who the stage belongs to." Sandip Soparrkar added, "Every movement tonight was a declaration. Dance doesn't ask for perfection; it asks for heart--and every artist here answered that call." Following tradition, the evening began with a Saraswati Vandana--an invocation to the goddess of wisdom, learning, and the arts--setting a tone of reverence and inspiration before Soparrkar guided the audience through the tapestry of performances. Among the dignitaries present were Mr. Haresh Mehta, President of the India Fine Arts Council, and Mr. Sampat Singh, Director of Veda Kunba, whose support underscored the event's commitment to celebrating artistic integrity and social impact. Dance Without Barriers - The program included vibrant classical routines in Indian Sign Language, breathtaking wheelchair performances, expressive group pieces by dancers with Down syndrome, and soulful solos by survivors of acid attacks and performers managing chronic neurological conditions. Every participant contributed not just their art but their humanity--shifting the spotlight from disability to ability. Reflecting on their performances, several artists shared moving thoughts, "Parkinson's may try to control my hands, but today, my spirit choreographed its own rhythm," said Shail Pandey, a dancer managing Parkinson's disease. "On this stage, for the first time, my movements told my story--not my condition." "Today, it didn't feel like my wheelchair is a limitation--more like a partner in my performance," said Surbhi Bansal, a dancer with cerebral palsy. "People often ask me how I dance without limbs. But dance begins long before the body moves. It begins with the will to express--and tonight, that was more than enough," said Sumeet Jadhav, another performer at today's event. In a particularly moving gesture, every individual--from performers to choreographers to the emcee and support staff--contributed their time and talent free of charge, standing together in solidarity with the post-performance press interaction emphasised action over applause, with IME and Soparrkar urging greater accessibility in arts education, more inclusive public venues, and continuous platforms for artists with disabilities. Indrani Mukerjea Enterprise (IME) is an umbrella platform for founder Indrani Mukerjea's passion projects in dance, drama, and acting. More atelier than corporation, IME is dedicated to fostering creative ventures that champion resilience, inclusion, and transformative storytelling--earning the trust and goodwill of public audiences through every initiative. Indrani Mukerjea Enterprise (IME) is an umbrella platform for founder Indrani Mukerjea's passion projects in dance, drama, and acting. More atelier than corporation, IME is dedicated to fostering creative ventures that champion resilience, inclusion, and transformative storytelling--earning the trust and goodwill of public audiences through every initiative.
