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Jaani and Afsana Khana make videos on Romaana’s song ‘Khair Allah Khair’ from the EP ‘Meherbaniaan’

Romaana, the fastest rising star, has impressed everyone with his voice and charm. Romaana’s first EP, ‘Meherbaniaan’, has just been released by Desi Melodies and is attracting attention from a wide audience as views are on the rise. This album includes four songs created, composed and sung by him. Romaana has also involved some of the best musicians like his own mentor Jaani, Avvy Sra and Jaydden making it an melody to ears.  

Romaana has gained popularity overnight after his first release ‘Goriyaan Goriyaan’ and right now the songs from the EP, ‘Meherbaniaan’, are trending on Instagram reels.

Jaani who has mentored Romaana over the years also made a reel on his Instagram lipsyncing to the song ‘Khair Allah Khair’ with heartfelt expressions and a bright smile, he captioned the video with his favorite lines from it, “Gullaabaa’n deya’n

Phulla’n vich Raula Pea gaya💚 @romaana44 #khairallahkhair #JAANI”.

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At the same time, ‘Titliaan’ singer Afsana Khan made a cover of ‘Khair Allah Khair’. Sharing the video of her soulful singing stating in the caption how much she liked the song, she stated, “Khair Allha Khair 👌 beautiful song @romaana44 ❤️ bhai
Music by @jaani777 bhai 💚 coming soon 👌👌Video credit best video director Paji @arvindrkhaira 💚” to which Romaana commented on the video addressing her as the best ‘Best Vocalist’.

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Romaana’s songs are trending heavily on Instagram with everyone making reels on it. The support Romaana has recieved is solely because of his talent and in a very short time he has created a huge fan base for himself.

Coming back to the EP, The first song on the EP, ‘Mehrbaniaan,’ tells a story of a helpless bride who has given up her toxic lover; As the protagonist longs for his partner, ‘Khair Allah Khair’ embodies that longing; The song ‘Kithe Reh Gaye’ is about the love of his life and his desire to win it back, and for ‘Mann Dolje’ Romaana uses the canvas to praise his lover’s eyes and how captivating they are by using alluring metaphors.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9uouBARCWek

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On the Work front, Romaana has been a part of record-breaking songs such as Arijit Singh’s ‘Pachtaoge’  and is credited as the lyricist of Jassie Gill’s super hit song ‘Ehna Chauni Aa’. The young talent has contributed to superhits like ‘Haath Chumme’, ‘Sufna’ and ‘Qismat’ as well.

Vogue India x NDC Jewellery Festival, the first-of-its-kind virtual Diamond festival

Vogue India, the country’s leading fashion, beauty, luxury and lifestyle multi-media brand. And the Natural Diamond Council, the definitive destination for natural diamonds have come together for the first time. To curate a virtual Diamond Festival, on August 20 and 21, 2021.

This collaboration will bring to you the best of diamond jewelry—from what’s trending in natural diamonds. To what’s inside a modern millennial’s jewelry box to the rise of gender neutral diamond jewelry. This virtual festival promises to be your one-stop for all things diamonds. The Vogue India X Natural Diamond Council Diamond Festival (The Online Edit)has pulled coveted global experts to make this event a success. Lucia Silvestri, jewelry creative director at Bulgari and Francesca Cartier Brickell, author of The Cartiers are a few names. That will have a prominent presence at this event. Along with them actor Aditi Rao Hydari and Alaya F will also be a part of this event. A power-packed panel with the Maharani of Baroda Radhikaraje Gaekwad, jewelry and art curator Amin Jaffer and other experts will make things more interesting when they will talk about the relationship between royals and their diamonds. 

Color of Rakhi as per Your Sun Sign

ByPankaj Khanna, MD & Founder, Gem Selections, a unit of Khanna Gems Pvt. Ltd.

Raksha Bandhan is not just a festival. It is a manifestation of the love, care and admiration of brothers and sisters for each other. Ups and downs continue in this relationship, but it does not weaken the common sympathy between the brothers and sisters. As we all know, color plays a vital role in shaping our temperament, therefore, the emotions and feelings in specific situations. Rakhi is a sacred thread that further strengthens your connection with your brother. Celebrate this Raksha Bandhan with the color that best suits your brother and add a splash of color to your love for your beloved brothers and sisters.

Find which the most suitable color is for Rakhi as per your sun sign-

 Aries

 If your brother is Aries, choose red, orange or yellow Rakhi. These colors perfectly match their personality.

 Taurus

 Blue or silver Rakhi will be a great choice for Taurus. A Taurus man is as stubborn as a bull, but he is also warm and open, which is why they admire the elegant choice of the dark Rakhi, which is similar to his courage and personality.

 Gemini

 If you have a Gemini sibling, choose green Rakhi, because Geminis are very cheerful and talkative person, preferring things that reflect the hope and warmth of a relationship.

 Cancer

 Buy the soft Rakhi made of silk or pearl thread. Cancer is delicate and sensitive in temperament. They are also very empathetic, so buying a Rakhi that matches their personality will show your admiration for them. Therefore, this will be another reason to admire you more.

 Leo

 If you buy a Rakhi for Leo, his Rakhi must be orange, pink or red. The eye-catching color combination is what attracts Leo and will make you both unforgettable with this Rakhi.

 Virgo

 Choose a Rakhi made of green or white silk thread. Virgos are smart and emotional people. They like elegant materials such as silk, and the harmony of green and white reflects their inner peace, making it their first choice.

 Libra

 Choose purple or turquoise Rakhi for your Libra brother. Libra is a sign of balance and proportion. They value beauty and sexy. Therefore, the vitality and tranquility of turquoise and purple are similar to Libra in reality.

 Scorpio

 Scorpio is cautious, incredibly emotional, they care about their appearance. His favorite color is red. So red Rakhi will raise the spirit of the festival and increase the personality of the scorpion.

Sagittarius

For Sagittarius, yellow Rakhi is a good choice. They like solemnity and tend to praisethings that don’t overwhelm their personality. Yellow is very suitable for your choice.

 Capricorn

 If your brother was born in Capricorn, your Rakhi should be pink. Capricorn is the most ambitious sign. Therefore, they like irregular and prominent things, just like them.

 Aquarius

 Any dark Rakhi will do wonders for your brother’s strong relationship with you.

 Pisces

 Pisces brothers, choose white or yellow Rakhi. This sign is sensitive and understandable. Therefore, everything related to luxury or beauty will appeal to them.

Urvashi Rautela does 1000 squats a day, taking her booty game to the next level.

Urvashi Rautela can effortlessly perform all kinds of fitness exercises with ease and excel at them too. Recently, the actress posted an Instagram reel of herself performing ‘hammer strength belt squats’ which isn’t a cakewalk but, the actress is doing the exercise very easy and taking her booty game to another level. To gain her desired shape in the gym the actress does 1000 squats every day.

The actress took to her Instagram to share the video of her latest reel in which Urvashi Rautela can be seen wearing her athleisure outfit which is a light purple sports bra, high-end tights and shoes. Looking, at Urvashi Rautela’s outfit one would want to hit the gym and the actress is an epitome in the fitness world. Fans showered their love and admiration for the actress in the comments section.
The actress captioned the video, “1000 SQUATS TODAY
HAMMER STRENGTH BELT SQUAT “.

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On the work front, Urvashi Rautela will be soon seen in the Jio studios web series ‘Inspector Avinash’ opposite Randeep Hooda in a lead role. The actress is going to play the lead role in a bilingual thriller “Black Rose” along with the Hindi remake of “Thiruttu Payale 2”. The actress recently got a blockbuster response for her song “Doob Gaye” opposite Guru Randhawa and “Versace Baby” opposite Mohamed Ramadan. Urvashi Rautela will be also making a Tamil debut with the 200 crores big-budget film “The Legend” opposite Saravana. The actress has also signed a three-film contract with Jio Studios and T-Series.

India Couture Week gets the shine back from Aug 23

The Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) has scheduled the second, digital edition of the India Couture Week 2021, in association with Hindustan Times from August 23-29, 2021. Archana Aggarwal Timeless Jewellery is the jewellery partner this year.

The biggest and brightest 14th edition of the event will see interesting themes by the country’s 19 couturiers from Amit Aggarwal, Amit GT, Anamika Khanna, Anju Modi, Ashima Leena, Dolly J, Falguni Shane Peacock, Gaurav Gupta, Kunal Rawal, Manish Malhotra, Pankaj & Nidhi, Rahul Mishra, Reynu Taandon, Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna, Shantanu & Nikhil, Siddartha Tytler, Suneet Varma, Tarun Tahiliani and Varun Bahl.

The couturiers fashion films will be streamed on all the FDCI’s digital platforms —- Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and FDCI website. 

“We have some of the finest names this year and they have come up with the most out-of-the-box narratives to create a visual treat for the audience. I wish them the best for this exciting journey ahead,” said FDCI Chairman Sunil Sethi.

Giorgia Andriani’s Salon Look

Giorgia Andriani who has always acclaimed a huge amount of recognition with her outstanding and perfect outfits options has made a mark in the industry. Move over denim, it’s time for hot shorts loungewear to take over the closets for this beauty queen. Giorgia Andriani has a collection of hot shorts and that all are her go-to outfit.ctress Giorgia Andriani was recently swarmed by the paparazzi post her salon session where she looks gorgeous as always in a complete subtle outfit where she wore black hot short pants and paired them with a grey colored crop top and with a long black colored bomber jacket.
Along with that Giorgia Andriani opted for cute black and white Gucci Flipflops  She decided to match the outfit with a mini Micheal Kors backpack. 


While stepping out of the salon she was looking super glossy, fresh. A black face mask completed her look. 
Giorgia always makes every outfit look effortless. certainly, she is a trendsetter every time she is on or off-camera. As the Italian model gears up for her entry into the tinsel town, she continues to make headlines.On the work front, Giorgia Andriani made her debut in the south with the series “Karoline Kamakshi”. The actress Giorgia Andriani was seen with Mika Singh in his music album recreating the evergreen song “Roop Tera Mastana” which got a huge response from the audience, she will be soon starring in the film “Welcome To Bajrangpur” alongside Shreyas Talpade. Giorgia Andriani has more exciting upcoming projects that she will be announced soon

Needledust’s exclusive Rakhi ’21 Collection.

Siblings at heart, partner in crime. This Rakhi pamper your sister with the sparking box of NEEDLEDUST to convey your love and support the sweet way. All orders upto Rakhi are coming in a complimentary LIMITED EDITION Rakhi packaging with a set of handcrafted Rakhis.  

The new collection will be available across Needledust flagship stores as well as online on NeedleDust.com.
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Jumpstart your F1 Race Weekend – last chance to save 30% off Grand Prix Packages at Yas Island

Get a jumpstart on planning your F1 Race Weekend with Yas Island, Abu Dhabi’s premier leisure and entertainment destination and take advantage of a host of incredible savings on race and accommodation packages for the FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX 2021 at Yas Marina Circuit from 09 – 12 December 2021.

With last year’s season attended by 600 frontline heroes invited in recognition of their efforts during the global pandemic, this year’s Grand Prix will be open to a limited number of fully vaccinated fans to enjoy live and in person.

 Adults and children above the age of 12 have from now until 15 August 2021 to enjoy a gripping 30% off three-day Grand Prix access tickets as part of a series of packages with a minimum four-night stay at a selection of Yas Island’s portfolio of hotels, or Abu Dhabi city hotels.  With packages for stays between 02 – 19 December 2021 starting from AED 3,083 per person, including 30% off race access passes, F1 fans can enjoy great savings. 

 To extend the fun, guests can book Unlimited Access as an add-on to Yas Island’s award-winning theme parks – Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi, and Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi – between 09 – 12 December 2021, as well as enjoy access to attractions including CLYMB Abu Dhabi, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Qasr Al Watan and Qasr Al Hosn.

 The three-day Grand Prix access tickets are available in various categories with spectacular track views from Yas Marina Circuit’s North, South, Main and West Grandstands. Guests will be able to enjoy on-track action with practice sessions on the first day, followed by qualifying runs on the second day, and finally the Race Day on the third day, as well as off-track experiences in Oasis areas.  Depending on the chosen ticket categories, guests will also be able to enjoy themed international cuisine offerings; access to the F1 Fanzone which includes food and beverage, F1 merchandise and all-day entertainment; access to view the Sotheby’s Collectible car display and a preview of the 2022 F1® car; access to one Yasalam After-Race Concert (featuring AAA international artists) on Thursday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday – four nights of concerts will take place this season.

Grand Prix Package

Receive 30% off three-day access ticket prices to FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX 2021 when booking a hotel stay

Booking dates: Now – 15 August 2021

Stay dates: 02 – 19 December 2021 (stay dates must include the Race Weekend dates)

Race Weekend dates: 09 – 12 December 2021

Prices: Starting from AED 3,083 per person

Participating hotels: Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island; W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island; Yas Island Rotana; Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi – Yas Island; Radisson Blu Hotel Abu Dhabi Yas Island; Park Inn by Radisson Hotel Abu Dhabi Yas Island; Centro Yas Island and a selection of partner hotels in Abu Dhabi.
Booking via: www.yasisland.ae

T’s & C’s: Hotel stay must include the race days, with a minimum length of stay of 4 nights (from 09-12 Dec 2021 both dates inclusive). Due to social distancing rules, tickets are sold for a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 10 guests per booking. Subject to availability. All adults and children aged 12 years or above must have received two doses of a UAE government approved COVID-19 vaccine at least 28 days prior to the event and must present a negative PCR test on the Al Hosn App (48 HRS Validity).

Home to magical adventures and awe-inspiring entertainment, as well as three globally-renowned attractions, outstanding motorsports, an award-winning golf venue and world-class hospitality services, Yas Island is a destination like nowhere else.

For more information, bookings, and terms and condition, visit: www.yasisland.ae

Tick Off Your Bucket List At Atlantis, The Palm This Summer

Whether you’re a thrill-seeker, watersports enthusiast or fancy yourself as a foodie, there’s never been a better time to tick off your bucket list, and where better to do it than at Atlantis, The Palm. With an abundance of experiences across the resort, here is a round up of some of the top ‘must-do’ bucket list activities.

1. Aquatrek Xtreme: An underwater walking tour of one of the biggest open-air aquariums in the world

Those looking for the ultimate underwater experience, should definitely try out the latest state-of-the-art water thrill, Aquatrek Xtreme, which is the deepest in the world. Intrepid explorers descend a ladder 10 metres to the bottom of The Ambassador Lagoon whilst wearing an  Aquatrek helmet, which receives a continuous supply of oxygen so your head stays completely dry. Once you reach the bottom, embark on a guided 20 minute underwater walking tour of one of the biggest open-air aquariums in the world, coming face-to-face with 65,000 marine animals including sharks, stingrays, and schools of multi-coloured fish. https://www.atlantis.com/dubai/atlantis-aquaventure

  • Timings: Daily at 1:00pm and 4:00pm for a maximum of four guests
  • Price starts from AED 720 per person
  • Participants must be 12 years or older and those below the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during the briefing.
  • For more information and bookings please visit: 

2. Relax and rejuvenate in the most stunning surroundings with an underwater yoga or pilates class

Enjoy a unique yoga or pilates class immersed in the serenity of the underwater world at The Lost Chambers Aqaurium. Set against the ultimate backdrop of 65,000 colourful marine animals, prioitise in self-care and partake in an hour long class of either discipline, in one of the the most tranquil settings in Dubai. On the last Friday of every month, the yoga session is followed by a 30-minute Tibetan singing bowls meditation for a longer switch-off from the outside world. Yogis and pilates-goers must be 16 or over and bring their own towels and mats as per government Covid-19 guidelines.https://www.atlantis.com/dubai/shuiqi-spa-and-fitness/shuiqi-fitness/yoga-at-the-lost-chambers-aquarium

  • Underwater Pilates in The Lost Chambers Aquarium (Every Saturday at 8:00am, AED 125 including entrance to The Lost Chambers Aquarium and a bottle of water)
  • Underwater Yoga in The Lost Chambers Aquarium (Every Tuesday and Friday at 8:00am, AED 160 including entrance to The Lost Chambers Aquarium and a bottle of water)
  • Underwater Yoga & Meditation in The Lost Chambers Aquarium (Every last Friday of the month at 8:00am, AED 175 including entrance to The Lost Chambers Aquarium and a bottle of water)
  • For more information and bookings please visit: 

3. Swim with dolphins and play with sea lions

Swim out to the depths of the dolphin lagoon and interact with Atlantis, The Palm’s resident bottlenose dolphins. A truly exhilarating experience, you’ll have the chance to be part of the dolphins’ exercise routine as you get to swim and glide alongside these majestic marine mammals.

Or why not get close to the resort’s incredible resident sea lions in waist deep water? Learn all about these animals’ anatomy and behaviours during daily enrichment sessions with the resort’s expert team of marine mammal specialists, who will also explain how the high standards of care they provide to the animals is the teams’ top priority.https://www.atlantis.com/dubai/atlantis-aquaventure/dolphin-bayhttps://www.atlantis.com/dubai/atlantis-aquaventure/sea-lion-point

  • Dolphin Swim and Explore (Daily from 10:00am till sunset, AED 595 including entrance to The Lost Chambers Aquarium and a bottle of water, ages 8+ but those 12 and below must be accompanied by an adult.)
    • For more information and bookings please visit: 
  • Sea Lion Dip and Play  (Daily from 10:00am till sunset, AED 595 including entrance to The Lost Chambers Aquarium and a bottle of water, ages 8+ but those 12 and below must be accompanied by an adult.)
    • For more information and bookings please visit: 

4. Enjoy a delicious cocktail while being pampered with the ultimate manicure or pedicure

As the only nail bar in Dubai with in-salon mixologists, a visit to Nailology is a great way for ladies to treat themselves or celebrate life’s moments. The place to come for bespoke, luxurious nail treatments, together with a refreshing (and very instagrammable) cocktail or mocktail, Nailology offers services that go above and beyond the standard nail spa salon. Classy & Sassy, the ‘classic’ manicure/pedicure, is complimented with an individually selected sparkle soak to match each guest’s mood, along with the choice of a coral bliss moisturising cream, scrub, and a mask – all organic and cruelty-free products. Better still, until 31st August, book a manicure and pedicure together and receive 20 per cent off, as well as a delicious, complimentary mocktail.https://www.atlantis.com/dubai/nailology

  • Nailology is open daily from 9:00am – 9:00pm with prices starting at AED 155
  • For more information and bookings please visit: 

5. Ride some of the world’s tallest and longest slides at the world’s largest waterpark, Aquaventure

Thanks to the addition of Trident Tower which was opened earlier this year, Aquaventure is now home to several record-breaking slides and firsts in the region, making it the ultimate thrill-seeking experience. Dare devils can enjoy Odyssey of Terror; the world’s tallest waterslide with a Double TornadoWAVE®, Shockwave; the longest family rafting water coaster in the world, Medusa’s Lair; the first dueling PIPElineBLAST® Water Coaster slide in the region and Immortal Falls; the first Cliff jumping in the region.https://www.atlantis.com/dubai/atlantis-aquaventure/aquaventure-waterpark

  • Aquaventure is open Monday to Saturday from 10:00am till sunset with prices starting at AED 189
  • For more information and bookings please visit: 

6. Dive with sharks in one of the world’s biggest open-air aquariums

Certified divers can descend into the world-famous Ambassador Lagoon for an out-of this-world experience and hand-feed up to 11 different species of sharks and rays amongst 65,000 marine animals. And even if you’re not a certified diver, you can still enjoy the aquarium with the Atlantis Dive Discovery package. This experience is an introductory diving experience designed specifically for non-certified divers giving new divers a basic skill session before a 20-minute dive where you’ll meet our sharks, napoleon wrasse, colourful angel fish and butterflies amidst the ruins of Atlantis; a fantastic starting point to the full PADI diving certification.https://www.atlantis.com/dubai/atlantis-aquaventure/diving-in-atlantis

  • Predator Dive (Daily at 6.45pm, AED 2,055 including an educational briefing, wetsuite loan, towels and refreshments. For certified divers aged 10 and above)
  • Dive Discovery (Daily at 10:00am and 2:00pm, AED 1,450 including an educational briefing, wetsuite loan, towels and refreshments. For non-certified beginners aged 10 and above.
  • For more information and bookings please visit: 

7. Enjoy a underwater dining experience at Ossiano, the award-winning restaurant

Dubbed as Dubai’s most romantic underwater restaurant, the award-winning Ossiano hosts unforgettable immersive, underwater dining experiences. With views of gliding stingrays, sharks and fish, diners are invited to explore the Ossiano Kitchen special menu, a range of delectable, modern tapas from globally renowned foods that have been revisited through the chef’s creative lens.https://www.atlantis.com/dubai/restaurants/ossiano

  • Timings: Tuesday to Sunday 6:00pm – 10:00pm
  • Price: Starting from AED 650 per person 
  • For more information and bookings please visit: 

8. Enjoy the ultimate staycation in an underwater suite

Stay in a renowned Underwater Suite loved by honeymooners and celebrities alike seeking a once in a lifetime experience. With floor-to-ceiling views from the master bedroom directly into The Ambassador Lagoon aquarium, the suites create an illusion of being beneath the sea – and it truly is a stay like no other.https://www.atlantis.com/dubai/rooms-and-suites/signature-suites/underwater-suite

  • Price: From AED 30,000++
  • For more information and bookings please visit: 

9. Dine at Seafire and try out a 65 day dry-aged Tomahawk steak

Defining the benchmark for steak restaurants in Dubai, Seafire Steakhouse & Bar showcases the finest beef and seafood in the city. A New York-style restaurant and bar, it is renowned for its generous portion sizes, its extensive wine cellar, live entertainment, and of course, its world-famous beef. Chef de Cuisine, Raymond Wong and his team, invite diners to indulge in the exceptional 65 day dry-aged Tomahawk. To guarantee the finest cuts, Seafire has teamed up with Rangers Valley in Australia to produce a special breed of cattle, Black Onyx, exclusively for the restaurant. That’s not all, the team dry-ages all the meat in house using special recipes and techniques.https://www.atlantis.com/dubai/restaurants/seafire-steakhouse

  • Timings: Daily 6:00pm – 11:00pm
  • For more information and bookings please visit: 

10. Become a Marine Biologist for the day and learn about marine life and conservation

Young explorers and families with a keen interest in life underwater and the environment can get closer to nature through Atlantis, Dubai’s Marine Biologist programmes (Mini Marine, Junior Marine, and Master Marine). These experiences aim to nurture and develop a passion to protect marine life while educating them on the basics of animal care, feeding and maintenance with a tailored approach depending on the age group.https://www.atlantis.com/dubai/atlantis-aquaventure/educational-programmes 

  • Ages: 3-6 years old (Mini Marine), 6-12 years old (Junior Marine) and 12-16 years old (Master Marine)
  • Timings: Mini Marine (Daily from 10:30am – 11.30am), Junior Marine (Tuesday and Friday at 10:30am – 12:00pm), Master Marine (Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00am – 3:30pm)
  • Prices start from AED 175 including free same-day access to Aquaventure Waterpark, The Lost Chambers Aquarium, certificate and complimentary photo
  • For more information and bookings please visit:

Singer Purva Mantri encourages Bamboo Rakhi Project

It’s time to shine and make our country proud! India has always been known for its rich heritage and its cultural craftsmanship. Taking the word of Narendra Modiji and the overall initiative of Vocal for Local, singer and performer Purva Mantri has also adopted an entire village Chinchpada, has taken up the initiative of making rural India proud with her narrative.

Project Green Gold derives its inspiration from two honorable dignitaries Late Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee and our PM Shri Narendra Modi. It is Mr. Atal Bihari Vajpayee who categorized bamboo as ‘Green Gold’ and it is Mr. Narendra Modi who helped to define bamboo as grass that allowed villagers to use bamboo to their benefit. Today, Purva Mantri wants to help, spread the word and showcase the immense craftsmanship that lies in small unidentified spaces across the country.

While she spends an entire day at this small village Vikramgarh and makes Rakhi herself, she has come to a realization that it is important for each individual, in his capacity to be able to give back to humanity in his own way. With this intent, while she handles end-to-end services and takes on responsibilities of three villages from sanitization to education and even livelihood, she has made it a mission to spread the word loud and wide. She has also taken steps to ensure that women get the kind of independence through labor making them Aatśmanirbhar.

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Speaking about this overall initiative, singer and performer Purva Mantri shares, ‘When I visited the village myself for the Bamboo Rakhi Project for Rakhi Festival, I was amazed to see how innovatively they had curated some of the finest pieces. There is immense talent and resources available around, it is only important for it to reach the right people. I am thankful to Keshav Shrusti and YVO (Young Volunteers Organization) for making me a part of this entire initiative. It is totally given me a sense of satisfaction and I will do everything within my capacity to ensure that I can bring them the right kind of opportunities to be able to not only make a living but also bring fame to the craftsmanship of India across the globe’