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  Embracing Sankalpa Shakti : The Timeless Spirit of Bhagiratha Last week, I was in Chennai for an orientation program organized by Jnana Prabodhini on how to conduct the Varsharambha Upasana Ceremony, marking the beginning of the new session by observing Sankalpa Din (Resolution Day). This ceremony, initiated by Jnana Prabodhini, serves as a modern-day Sanskar ceremony to encourage and guide students and teachers towards a path of a strong and determined mindset. Fifty-five teachers from 16 schools across Chennai attended the orientation. To prepare myself mentally and make use of the travel time, I took an old novel from my bookshelf—one that I’ve probably read a hundred times. Aamhi Bhagirathache Putra by Gopal Dandekar, also known as Go. Ni. Da., is a Marathi novel that intertwines the construction of the Bhakra Nangal Dam with the ancient story of Bhagiratha bringing the Ganga to Earth. Set in post-independence India, it explores the lives of workers, engineers, and vi...

  Cultivating a Resolute Mindset: Pathways to Determination Recently, while casually searching on an OTT platform, I came across a movie called Chandu Champion! The film follows the incredible journey of Chandu, a young man from a rural village in Maharashtra who dreams of becoming a national boxing star. He joins the Indian Army, where his boxing skills shine, but his life changes drastically after he is severely injured during the 1965 Indo-Pak War. Devastated but determined, Chandu discovers a new passion in swimming. Despite facing ridicule and doubts, he pushes himself to the limit, refusing to let his disability define him or hinder his dream of becoming an Olympic medalist. His relentless efforts earn him a spot at the 1972 Paralympics in Germany, where he wins a gold medal in the 50m freestyle. The film stars Kartik Aaryan as India's first Paralympics gold medalist, Murlikant Petkar. I recalled my memories of meeting Murlikant Petkar and listening to him share his stori...

                                            From Pages to Naturalists' Insights                                               Learning while Reading:                                                    Cry of the Kalahari I am a voracious reader, always eager to explore different genres of literature across various domains of knowledge. As a Maharashtrian and initially a Marathi medium student, I preferred reading in Marathi but gradually transitioned to reading books in English. Before pursuing natural science for my graduation, I was introduced to the lives and works of naturalists through books like Ashi Manasa Ashi Sahas, Chitre An...