SKILL INDIA ENHANCES ENTREPRENEURSHIP SUPPORT FOR CANDIDATES

NSDC partners with deAsra Foundation for Building Capacity and Strengthening Entrepreneurship Support System for Training Providers

National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), under the aegis of the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of India, has collaborated with deAsra Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation, for capacitating its training providers for entrepreneurship. The collaboration would support the establishment of ‘Entrepreneurship Support Program’, which is intended to equip placement cells of training providers with self-employment/ entrepreneurial assistance for the skilled candidates.

The association would facilitate training of counsellors/ trainers (termed as ‘Udyog Mitras’) of the envisioned Entrepreneurial Cell, who will handhold skill trainees to nurture their entrepreneurial action plan.  This would include various aspects of developing a business model, seeking financial guidance and availing services of banks/ agencies for loans and other statutory requirements.  The counselling provided by these Udyog Mitras is proposed to help aspirants in exploring new avenues and facilitating financial support for enhancing employability.

NSDC’s affiliated training centres would also get access to the deAsra platforms, tools and knowledge resources such as the deAzzle mobile app, business guides across industries, trackers, templates, checklists and proposed Interactive Kiosks.

Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Manish Kumar, MD & CEO, NSDC said, “NSDC’s collaboration with deAsra will equip our affiliated training partners to provide entrepreneurial support to their trainees.  Business mentoring from experienced counsellors will enable aspiring youth to start their own businesses.  The initiative will not only support small and micro entrepreneurship that can generate large scale employment opportunities, it will also help drive sustainable growth in employment.”

Dr. Anand Deshpande, Founder, Chairman and MD, deAsra Foundation said, “Every year, more than 12 million youth enter working age group, but the challenge remains to generate enough employment opportunities for this growing talent. deAsra endeavors to transform job seekers into job creators through its entrepreneurial support system and other array of services.  We believe our collaboration with NSDC would contribute significantly to the Skill India Mission by creating successful entrepreneurs.”

deAsra’s Entrepreneurship Support Program is emerging as one of the key support modules which focuses on identifying the budding entrepreneurs across sectors. It will help Skill India trained candidates to acquire right guidance, facilitate business plans and provide allied services for establishing a new business. deAsra’s alliance with banks will enable mediation with financial institutions for facilitation of funds successfully.  The trainees will also be mentored by Udyog Mitras, who will guide the entrepreneur through every stage of his/her business lifecycle, right from set-up to growth.  Its network of professional service partners would also support entrepreneurs to connect with Chartered Accountants, Legal Advisors among others.

Skill India’s current training programs comprise a 40-hours module on Employability & Entrepreneurship Skills focusing on Life Skills, Digital Literacy and Financial Literacy. It’s a research-based guidance to establish, manage and grow a business through all the stages; de-risking entrepreneurship to a large extent. deAsra’s Entrepreneurship Support Program will further connect the trainees to Udyog Mitras to transform their dreams into reality.

About National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC)

NSDC is one of its kind public-private-partnership with an objective to facilitate skill training in partnership with private training providers. Till date, NSDC has approved 350+ training providers and 39 Sector Skill Councils, with a geographical spread of 7,000+ training centres in 600+ districts across the country. NSDC has trained more than 1.4 crore people across sectors.

About deAsra

deAsra Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that aims to enable 25,000 enterprises to start, manage and grow their businesses, with a view to making at least 1,00,000 jobs available by 2020.  Entrepreneurs often face challenges getting enough support, training and guidance on a continuous basis. At deAsra we support aspiring or existing businessmen to start, manage or grow their small business, by making set-up, management and growth simple and entrepreneur friendly with a broad array of support services.

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ICAI organized Mega Blood Donation Camp on “CA Day”

A mega blood donation camp was organized The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, Pune. The camp was organized as a part of 70th CA Foundation Day.

The CA foundation day is being organized across the country. In Pune too, the ICAI is observing the foundation day as ‘CA Day’ with various programs and events. On Saturday and Sunday (30th June and 1st July) as a part of the series Pune Branch of WIRC of ICAI Jointly with Pune Branch of WICASA of ICAI organized "Mega Blood Donation Camp" at 8 Various Locations in the city.

Bizsolindia Services Pvt. Ltd. Baner, RPA & Associates LLP, Kharadi, KP Group, Banner-Pashan Link Road, SPCM, Mitra Mandal Chowk, Deccan CPE Study Circle, Bhandarkar Institute, Rathi Rathi & Co., Singhgad Road, ICAI Extension Counter at Phadke Sankul, ICAI Bhawan, Bibwewadi are the locations where this Blood Donation Camp was held. This "Mega Blood Donation Camp" got great success with more than 523 blood donors and more than 750 participants across Pune City by involving the entire CA fraternity, CA students, colleagues, families at large.

CA Anand R Jakhotiya, Chairman, Pune Branch of WIRC of ICAI informed that the camp was organized with the motive to let the youngsters to know the importance of blood donation. He also quoted that ICAI was formed in 1949 under Act of Parliament and today, we are entering into 70th Glorious year. We will keep marching with Excellence, Independence and Integrity. I congratulate all 285000 proud Chartered Accountants and eight lakh plus students of ICAI on this Auspicious Day. I am thankful to all the CA members and students who have supported in various social initiatives taken by PUNE Branch on this occasion. With the support of all we can take our glorious Institute higher and higher.

At the same time Pune Branch of WIRC of ICAI with ICAI Career Counselling Group in support with Savitribai Phule, Pune University’s Management Division - IQAC - PUMBA, MIT-WPU, SNDT College and Maharshi Karve Stree Shikshan Samstha (MKSSS’s) Pune organised 5 Day Workshop on GST - Girls Students Empowerment through Skill Building, to make the girl students employable, started at 8 different colleges with registered participants count of 567 girls students inaugurated by Dr. Prafulla Pawar, Dean - Savitribai Phule, Pune University, PUMBA at Garware College.

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SUPERDRY launches its first ever store in Indore

Indore, 11th June 2018: Iconic British fashion and lifestyle brand – SUPERDRY launched its first ever outlet in Indore’s C21 Mall. The contemporary brand creates ‘future classic’ garments inspired by fusing vintage Americana and high-impact Japanese imagery with a British twist. Superdry is characterized by its use of quality fabrics, unique detailing, world leading hand-drawn graphics and tailored fits with diverse styling. Internationally, the label is known for its affordable premium-quality clothing, accessories and footwear.

C21 Mall is currently one of the most happening malls in Indore. It houses a number of Indian &international clothing brands. Additionally, they also have hypermarkets, food-courts, play zones, lounges/clubs, salons, multiplex cinemas, and evenan ice- skating rink. This makes it a great destination in Indore for shopping along with unlimited entertainment. As the brand develops the breadth and nature of its product range, it continues to appeal to a much broader, aspirational age group; those who want to feel amazing in what they wear and appreciate style, quality and attention to detail.

In keeping with Superdry’s alternative design aesthetic, the store interiors have a classic vintage theme in sync with its other exclusive brand outlets across the globe. Rustic iron rod racks, cage like boxes and iconic Superdry fixtures have been used to display the merchandise to give customers an authentic experience of the brand.

Superdry entered India in 2012 undera long-term distribution agreement with Reliance Brands Ltd., a part of the Reliance Industries Group. At present, the brand retails through key spaces at premium malls operating with over 40 stores in India.

Commenting on the launch, Manu Sharma, Business Head, Superdry, said, “We are very excited to open our first store in Indore. The city has grown into a popular, thriving market and we are very happy to be a part of it. We can’t wait to enliven the people of Indore about our brand and hope to buildthe excitement we see across our stores in India.”

Superdry Address - Superdry Store, C21 Mall, Shop no 21&22, Ground floor A.B Road, Indore, Madhya Pradesh 452010

About Superdry:

Born after an inspirational trip to Tokyo, Superdry launched in 2003 by Julian Dunkerton and James Holder. The initial collection of five t-shirts, which included the iconic Osaka 6 worn by David Beckham, has grown into seasonal collections and subcategories including Sport and Snow. The core ethos to offer quality, value and design is as true today as it was in the early days. Incredible tailoring, super-soft cotton with authentic vintage washes, high quality fabrics and iconic hand-drawn graphics all combine to create future classics. Now sold in more than 100 countries worldwide from London to Mumbai, New York to Hong Kong, Superdry is a true British fashion success story.

Marathon for Run Against Cancer Got Huge Response

Jupiter Hospital has participated in the doctors run with cancer awareness theme which was organized by PCMC Doctor’s Association, NIMA, FPA, IMA and Indian Dental association. There were 1000 doctors from various hospitals in Pune had participated in this initiative. The marathon was categorized in 10KM, 5KM and 3KM which was started from Spine Road Pune.

The Marathon started from Spine road, Bhosari at 6.30 am followed by the root MIDC police station and concluded at Bhosari. Before the event the Zumba session was organized. A Dhol Tasha team was there to cheer the runners. This time Mr. Girish Nikam, Dr. Nilesh Patil, Dr. Pramod Kubde, Dr. Satyajit Patil, Dr. Santosh Bhandawalkar, Dr. C. B. Pawar, Dr. Pratap Somvanshi, along with thousands of doctors from Pimpri-Chinchwad, Pune, Hadapsar, Kondhwa, Chakan, Talegaon, Yerwada, Kharadi, Hinjwadi, etc. were also present.

Flag off has been done by Jupiter Hospital GM Dr. Shubhada Sharma, where she announced that for cancer treatment Jupiter has started comprehensive cancer care unit under one roof.

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ICAI, Pune Branch of WIRC, Organises Various Programme on its Foundation Day Celebration

Programs to be organized are: Blood donation camp, Books distribution, tree plantation and eye surgery etc. 

• On 70th Foundation Year, 70 Workshops, at 70 Places
• GST workshop for girl students under women empowerment
• The workshop will be held at eight different colleges
• Blood Donation camp on 30th June and 1st July

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), Pune Branch of WIRC, Organises various programme on the occasion of its foundation day celebration. For completing one year of ‘Goods and Services Tax’ (GST) ICAI has organized 5 days’ workshop for girl students under women empowerment and also Mega Blood Donation Camp across Pune City.

The Hon. President of India Shri. Ram Nath Kovind Ji will address the inaugural session of GST workshop all over India on 1st July, 2018.

ICAI celebrates its foundation day as “CA day” every year on 1st July. On this occasion ICAI organizes various programs throughout the country. These include plantation, blood donation camp, eye surgery, book distribution etc. Two day’s blood donation camp is being held on 30th June and 1st July 2018, in the collaboration with the Pune Branch of WIRC of ICAI, Western India Chartered Accountants Students Association (WICASA) and other Chartered Accountant Firms. This blood donation camp will be held at ICAI Bhawan Bibwewadi, Phadke Sankul, Sadashiv Peth, Rathi  Rathi & com. Opp. Pu La Deshpande Garden, SRPA and Associates Kharadi, Pune Deccan CPE study circle Law College Road, SKP group Baner–Pashan link road, SPCM Mitramandal chowk and Bizsolindia Services Baner, said by CA Anand R Jakhotiya, Chairman, Pune Branch of WIRC of ICAI.

GST workshops are organized in collaboration with ICAI Career Counseling Group, ICAI Pune Branch of WIRC, Savitribai Phule, Pune University’s Management Division-IQAC-PUMBA,MIT-WPU, SNDT College and Maharshi Karve Stree Shikshan Samstha (MKSSS’s) Pune from July 1st and there after every Saturday in the month of July (That, 7, 14, 21, 28 July) 2018. These workshops are mainly for the under graduates and postgraduates student of commerce throughout the country as partner in ‘Beti Padhao’ scheme of government of India for providing the basic details and broadening the knowledgebase of the girl students.

ICAI is taking such workshops with various universities and institutions. So far, this group has organized more than 2000 career counseling programs. Total of 20 hours training is going to be on 70th year, 70 different workshops at 70 places, out of these eight workshops will be organized by ICAI’s Pune Branch of WIRC. 

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Western Region Convocation of The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) organized at Pune

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) organised Convocation 2018 – Western Region at Vivekanand Auditorium, MIT Engineering College, Kothrud, Pune today to formalize the Award of Associate Membership of the Institute to the newly qualified CS Members. Around 180 members were present during the first session and second session was attended by 240 associates members.

Dr. N S Umarani, Pro. Vice Chancellor, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune was the Chief Guest in the occasion for the first session.

Dr. N S Umarani congratulated the newly qualified Company Secretaries for their exemplary performance and also congratulated the new CS Members by motivating them to remain inquisitive throughout their lives, saying this would ensure constant growth of their knowledge.
Dr N.S. Umarani, Pro Vice Chancellor, Savitribai Phule Pune University said that, “Curriculum is a tool of education , country is changing with great phase and therefore industries are changing, change is happening from last 20-25 years , company secretary are not only company secretaries but also crisis secretaries.” He further said “Hard work, passion and compassion is very important and that will take budding company secretaries to great height.” 

CS Makarand Lele, President, ICSI while addressing newly qualified CS members said, that “We need leaders who feel empowered, not under influence but who are open to new ideas, who want every single person in the country to feel like they belong, build relations because relation never fails”. He further said “Always accept challenges, accept the tough job and show your strength by fulfilling your job“.

Prof. (Dr) E B Khedkar, Vice Chancellor, Ajinkya D Y Patil University, Pune Chief Guest in the second session urged the students to follow the path of truth and ethics in their future endeavours and guide the corporate world on Corporate Governance and compliances.

CS Amit Jain, Chairman WIRC, CS Ashish Garg, Council Member, ICSI, were also present in the occasion.

CS Dinesh Chandra Arora, Secretary, ICSI declared the Convocation open and also proposed the vote of thanks while concluding the ceremony later.

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) is a premier professional body set up under an Act of Parliament, i.e., Company Secretaries Act, 1980, for the regulation and development of the profession of Company Secretaries in India. It functions under the jurisdiction of Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India. The Institute, being a pro-active body, focuses on best and top-quality education to students of Company Secretaries Course and best quality set standards for CS members. The institute has over 55,000 members and about 3 lakh students on its roll.

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deAsra’s One Day Workshop for Funding of Your Business

deAsra Foundation organised free workshop on “Funding for Small Business” at Auto Cluster Development and Researched Institute, Pune. The workshop was held for those with business or plan to start new one. This workshop was very useful for small business and entrepreneurs looking for growth using right funding options to raise capital for their business.

Mr. Pratik Budgude, Udyog Mitra at deAsra Foundation said, “Right type of funding is the key to any successful business. Hence it is very important for any entrepreneur to know what does his business to grow effectively.”

Growth is a priority for many small businesses, however finding and securing the right financing may seem like a minefield in the current climate. While there are number of traditional and alternative financing options on the market, the path to actually securing investment is not always straightforward.

To help, deAsra’s one day workshop touched upon the points like, factors to be considered to avail funding, funding schemes, cash credit, long term loans and loans against fixed assets etc. Access to funds for small businesses and start-ups is a true energy for growth and success. Supporting growth of SMEs is essential for the economy of the country in the pursuit of innovation and progress.

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KPIT Recognized as Winner of Two Manufacturing Leadership Awards 2018

The company’s Integrated Intelligent Transport System (ITS) and Revolo® Electrification Technology for buses won in the Smart Products and Services and Sustainability categories respectively

India, June 14, 2018: KPIT Technologies (BSE: 532400; NSE: KPIT), a global technology company specializing in product engineering and IT consulting announced that it has been recognized with two Manufacturing Leadership Awards by Frost and Sullivan for its clean and smart technology solutions in the urban mobility sector. KPIT’s Integrated Intelligent Transport Systems and Revolo® have earned awards in the Smart Products and Services and Sustainability categories respectively. KPIT is working collaboratively with its customers and partners on innovative digital technologies and products in the areas of Smart Manufacturing and IoT.

Intelligent Transport System (ITS), winner in the Smart Products and Services category

KPIT’s On Bus Intelligent Transport System (OBITS) is the country’s first ARAI (Automotive Research Association of India) certified comprehensive telematics-based system supporting Indian bus design specifications -UBS II and is deployed on more than 5000 buses with Government transport operators. KPIT’s latest telematics solution is certified to support upcoming regulation – AIS 140 by Indian ministry of Road Transport – MORTH, that envisages ITS deployment across India for safety and convenience of passengers. All the KPIT ITS solutions are tailored to operate 24x7 in typical Indian operating conditions and enable transport operators to increase operating efficiency, passenger convenience, and time-to-market of the buses.

REVOLO®, winner in the Sustainability category

REVOLO is an innovative, versatile technology that enables electrification of vehicles of different formats. The key components of the system include lithium ion batteries, electric motors, a power transmission unit and smart electronic control units. REVOLO powered buses have additional features such Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), mobile phone app for journey planning and ticketing, Wi-Fi infotainment etc., providing the passenger a superior ride experience and improving operator efficiency. KPIT has been working extensively in the alternative fuel technology space and has 20+ global patents for hybrid and electric vehicles and their key components.

Kishor Patil, CEO and Co- founder, KPIT said, "The Manufacturing Leadership Award bestowed upon KPIT is a testimony of KPIT's commitment to the environment using breakthrough technology in automotive engineering and digital innovation. We are honored to be among the esteemed group of winners and extend our thanks to the Leadership Council, the jury, our customers, employees and partners."

About KPIT Technologies Ltd.

KPIT (BSE:532400, NSE: KPIT) is a global technology company specializing in providing IT Consulting and Product Engineering solutions and services to Automotive, Manufacturing, Energy & Utilities and Life Sciences companies. Together with its customers and partners, it creates and delivers technologies to enable creating a cleaner, greener and the more intelligent world that is sustainable and efficient.

About the Manufacturing Leadership Awards

The Manufacturing Leadership Awards, now in their 14th year, honor manufacturing companies and individual manufacturing leaders that are shaping the future of global manufacturing. Winning projects and individual manufacturing leaders have demonstrated achievement in one of a wide range of categories, and are chosen by a panel of expert judges for results that have delivered clear and compelling value, return on investment, and other tangible outcomes. For more information on the Manufacturing Leadership Awards or the Manufacturing Leadership Summit, please go to www.mlsummit.com.

About Frost & Sullivan

Frost & Sullivan, the Growth Partnership Company, works in collaboration with clients to leverage visionary innovation that addresses the global challenges and related growth opportunities that will make or break today's market participants. Frost & Sullivan’s “Growth Partnership” supports clients by addressing these opportunities and incorporating two key elements driving visionary innovation: The Integrated Value Proposition and The Partnership Infrastructure.

Aadyam Yoga to organize free treatment camp on Acute back pain, Cervical Spondylosis, Lumber Spondylosis & Arthritis

On the occasion of world Yoga Day Aadyam Yoga will organize weeklong free check up and treatment camp on Acute back pain, Cervical Spondylosis, Lumber Spondylosis & Arthritis through Yoga Therapy. This camp will be held between June 18th and June 23, 2018 from 11.00 am to 5.00 pm.

Aadyam Yoga organizing this initiative in three locations in Pune for the ease of patients 1. Virangula Kendra, 1st floor Dhole Patil Road, Behind Ruby Hall Clinic, 2. Gajanan Society DP Road Kothrud , 3. Acharya Sabhagurh, Acharya Society, Ambedkar Chawk Warje. This initiative is free and open for all. For registration kindly contact on 9595959207 or 9011718414.  Most people have been invited to take advantage of this program.

Since its inception in 2004, we have treated and cured more than 4,500 people with various ailments, like acute back pain, spondilytis, knee pain (arthritis), diabetes, high BP, irregular heart function, Asthma, digestive disorders and acidity. We created a style that incorporates props to help align the body with the right posture. This style allows the body to gain strength through muscle action in combination with stilling of the mind. Yoga Therapy explores the yoga ropes system at a basic level and within a well rounded himalaya based sequence.

KPIT named “SAP Hybris Americas Service Delivery Partner of the Year”

India | June 04, 2018 – KPIT Technologies (BSE: 532400; NSE: KPIT), a global technology company specializing in IT consulting and product engineering, announced that it has been named “SAP Hybris Americas Service Delivery Partner of the Year” by SAP Hybris. KPIT was recognized for its ability to successfully deliver SAP® Hybris® solutions that create transformational customer experiences and competitive differentiation for its clients across the Americas region.

KPIT has been driving market and customer impact for SAP Hybris solutions by drawing upon its deep heritage with delivering SAP solutions and is regarded for the ability to drive value-based sales cycles with accelerated business outcomes.

By combining its solution accelerators and IP with SAP Hybris solutions, KPIT has differentiated itself in the partner ecosystem by leading with innovations powered by SAP Hybris solutions such as dealer portals, 3D product visualization, predictive maintenance, intelligent field services and more.

“Our recognition as SAP Hybris Americas Service Delivery Partner of the Year underscores KPIT’s unwavering commitment to successful delivery outcomes and innovations across critical commerce, sales, service and marketing initiatives,” said Anand Chellam, Global Leader for KPIT’s SAP Strategic Business Unit. “SAP Hybris solutions represent a core and significant segment of our business portfolio, and this has resulted in ongoing recognition in the marketplace as a leading provider of services for SAP solutions,” added Chellam.

In addition to this SAP Hybris partner award, KPIT was ranked as a Leader for SAP Services in the most recent ISG Provider Lens™ report. KPIT sells, delivers and supports end-to-end SAP Hybris solutions helping leading B2C and B2B brands across strategic industries achieve transformational outcomes leveraging omni-channel commerce; sales; service; marketing; CPQ (configure, price and quote); billing; data hub and partner extension technologies.

About KPIT Technologies Ltd.

KPIT (BSE: 532400, NSE: KPIT) is a global technology company specializing in providing IT Consulting and Product Engineering solutions and services to Automotive, Manufacturing, Energy & Utilities and Life Sciences companies. Together with its customers and partners, it creates and delivers technologies to enable creating a cleaner, greener and more intelligent world that is sustainable and efficient.

SAP, Hybris and other SAP products and services mentioned herein as well as their respective logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of SAP SE (or an SAP affiliate company) in Germany and other countries.

All other product and service names mentioned are the trademarks of their respective companies.

deAsra Introduces Aspiring Entrepreneurs With Funding Essentials

deAsra Foundation on Friday had organized a workshop on “Funding Essentials” for those who wish to start a small business or want to grow their existing businesses effectively by availing right funding schemes.

The workshop was held at Alpabachat Bhavan, Pune & Conducted by Ms. Devayani Kulkarni and Mr. Abhishek Kulkarni, representatives of deAsra Foundation. This workshop helped small business owners to understand how to raise money in a timely and efficient way and avoid unintended financial problems.

Mr. Abhishek Kulkarni said, “Every business has different needs based on the product or service they offer in the market. Hence the requirement of funding will differ. An entrepreneur should study the market for his product or service which will help him to choose the right funding options to grow the business”.

Some important points of funding essentials like, assessment of business before availing any funding scheme and availing funding through cash credit, term loans, long term loans, short term loans and loans against fix assets etc. were touched at the workshop, entrepreneurs who were part of this workshop went back with the clear understanding of funding essentials and required procedure for their business.

deAsra is committed to enabling people to start, manage & grow a small business successfully. We offer a platform wherein, setting up, managing & growing a small business is made simple & entrepreneur friendly through a broad array of support services. We are known for giving an hassle free approach to upcoming businesses by giving them a mentor to guide them through the entire process flawlessly.

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Annapurna Pariwar – Inauguration of New Office Premises

Annapurna Pariwar, the Pune-based NGO working for women empowerment through its micro finance and other support services inaugurated its new office premises on 7th May, 2018.  The new office building Su Vastu Prestige is located minutes away from its earlier office at Warje, Pune and will house the entire back office staff along with the CEO and Senior Team.

The new premises was inaugurated at the hands of Com. Shri Krishna Mense, the veteran freedom fighter who was also the founder member of Annapurna Mahila Coop Credit Society Ltd. in 1986 along with Padmashri Prematai Purao.  Speaking on the occasion, Com. Mense highlighted the role played by cooperatives in the development of good business practices and creating self-employment.

Dr.Medha Purao-Samant, the CEO of Annapurna Pariwar expressed happiness that the credit society can now boast of its own office acquired with financial support from Indian Overseas Bank, Bank of Baroda and Bank of Maharashtra.  The guests present on the occasion included bankers, auditors and noted dignitaries like Dr. Anil Avchat, Mr. F. X. Hay who lauded the organization’s efforts which made the new premises a possibility.  This was especially creditable as it was achieved with Annapurna’s goals of empowerment of poor women by upholding a sustainable yet not profit-oriented model of comprehensive development.

22 Year Old Gymnast Gets New Life After Neck Injury

Doctors at SaiShree Hospital saved life of a 22 years old gymnast from Pune, Vijay Ingale, who fell on neck while his routine practice sessions and was complaining of neck stiffness and pain. On getting x-rays, he was diagnosed to have dislocation of 4th cervical vertebra over 5th. Fractures or dislocations around this region of the spine are either fatal or associated with partial to complete paralysis of all 4 limbs. Luckily this patient despite of having a dislocation in his cervical spine did not suffered any injury to the spinal cord.

Similar case of 20 years old wrestler from Kolhapur, Nilesh Kandurkar where his opponent grabbed him by the waist and lifted him in the air in a wrestling move known as the ‘Ekchak’.  Nilesh in trying to free himself landed on his neck with full force and the impact was so powerful that he became unconscious. Doctors confirmed that, Nilesh had suffered neck and spinal cord damage due to the massive impact on landing and he died due to delayed treatment. 

Dr. PaiRaiturkar, Spine Surgeon at Sai Shree Hospital, said, “Vijay’s case was very challenging.  ‘Crutchfield tongs’ which consist of 2 pins inserted in the skull bone and attached to a pulley, were applied and gradual traction was given. Patient had to be monitored continuously to watch for any deterioration of neurological function. The traction was increased gradually and portable x-rays were taken every 30 minutes till reduction of the vertebra was achieved.”

 Dr. Ketan Deshpande Spine Surgeon, Sai Shree Hospital said, “High index of suspicion is necessary in diagnosing such cases. Lack of knowledge may prompt the patient to opt for neck massaging, or manipulation which could be devastating in such hidden injuries.”

After reduction patient was taken for open surgery where the dislocated vertebrae were fused together using bone graft, plates & screws. “Due to prompt diagnosis and treatment we could successfully mobilized the patient on the next day and he was discharged after 4 days.” said Dr. Neeraj Adkar, Director and Joint Replacement Surgeon, Sai Shree Hospital.