09/10/2024
As we kick off Durga Puja this year, we're marking the second year of a ritual that holds deep meaning for us – distributing sarees to the women who tirelessly transform our houses into homes. Durga resides in each of these women, embodying strength, resilience, and grace. In a world where respect for women often seems at an all-time low, this small gesture is the least we can do to honor and uplift them.
This tradition began in a gym founded by Prasun Bakshi , an incredibly far-sighted visionary. After his untimely passing, many thought the gym would close its doors, but something powerful kept it going – the love and dedication of the people. Today, it's run by Bandana Bakshi , a doctor by profession and a philanthropist by passion, who is truly a people’s person. Her leadership, along with the support from the community, has kept this space alive and thriving.
Here’s to celebrating the strength of women, the spirit of community, and the lasting legacy of those who believed in this vision. Let Durga Puja remind us all of the power that resides within us to support and uplift one another.
Pallabi Bakshi Abhibrata Chaudhuri Arghya Kusum Hazra Prianjali Bakshi
