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Significance of Durga Puja
The festival honors the Sanatan-Hindu goddess Durga and commemorates her victory over the buffalo demon Mahishasura. It symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and is a celebration of divine feminine power, strength, and compassion. While celebrated across Globe.

The celebration includes a message focused on minimizing high electricity bills, in line with the NDA-BJP initiative to raise awareness about the use of solar energy in every household (including GHS and RWA) and business premises.

To generate awareness and attract more visitors to their stall, participants can engage in a "Question Circle" activity. Those who answer correctly will receive an instant prize: a tea Coaster Plate.
Among the invited guests at the event were Int'l Environmental Activist Nayna Nishi and Bollywood playback singer Tanya Chanda, who also won a tea coaster in the competition.

Nayna Nishi was invited to the Puja Mandap at Lokhandwala, Andheri West, Mumbai, on Sunday, 28th September (instant), for the Darshan and Blessings of Maa — the Divine Power — during the nine-day Sadhana for empowerment, vitality, and the destruction of inner demons.

Meeting with Legal Experts on Environmental Concerns – 23rd September 2025

On 23rd September 2025, Int'l Environmental Activist Ms. Nayna Nishi met with some of the most respected and highly educated legal minds of society at JVLR–Four Bungalows, Andheri, Mumbai. The discussion focused on the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) of the coastal sea line, particularly in light of ongoing and proposed construction activities. They also reviewed the recent cleanup drive led by various NGOs and stakeholders.

Among the distinguished participants were Retired Judges Shri Purshottam B. Naiknaware and Shri Vijay V. Belsare, who shared valuable insights on the legal and civic implications of environmental conservation efforts.

Activities During the Visit of Nayna Nishi, International Environmental Activist, in Mumbai

On 22nd September 2025, the first day of the Navratri Festival in Mumbai, Ms. Nayna Nishi was felicitated by Ms. Jyotima Mishra of the BMC and Smt. Rekha Pandey, as seen in the picture below.

On the occasion of International Coastal Cleanup Day, observed on September 20, various NGOs, college students from local institutions, and community volunteers participated in a beach cleaning drive along the coastline.
The event served as an awareness campaign with a special focus on the "Three R's" of environmental sustainability: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. These principles are fundamental to sustainable waste management and environmental conservation, aiming to minimize waste, conserve natural resources, and reduce pollution.
• Reduce encourages the use of fewer materials.
• Reuse promotes the repeated use of items, either in their original form or for different purposes.
• Recycle involves transforming waste materials into new products.
Notable participants included Sh. Pravin Choudhary and his team, Smt. Shirin Aggarwal and her team, and Int’l Environmental Activist- Nayna Nishi, who delivered a keynote address emphasizing the importance of the Three R’s in promoting a cleaner, more sustainable planet.
This initiative was supported by the Municipal Corporation and local waste management authorities, who provided personnel and logistical assistance to ensure the success of the cleanup drive.

Photos and videos from the event captured the active participation of volunteers at ground zero, showcasing the collective spirit and dedication towards protecting our coastal environment. These visuals reflect the energy, collaboration, and impact made during the beach cleanup.

International Coastal Clean-up Day – September 20

On the occasion of International Coastal Clean-up Day, citizens are encouraged to recognize the importance of keeping our coasts and sea beaches clean and pollution-free.

As part of this global initiative, a clean-up campaign has been organized at Versova Beach, Four Bungalows, Andheri West, Mumbai.

We urge all citizens to come forward and participate in this noble cause as a mark of their social responsibility towards the environment.

Let’s work together to preserve the beauty and health of our coastline!

On the occasion of Matru Diwas (मातृ दिवस) on 23rd August 2025, Amarshree Foundation (https://www.amarshreecharity.com/), under the theme “Child in Need,” has organised an event to honor their volunteers and social activists in the Society: Left to Right: Raju Mishra Kavira (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5K7zREjk-Y) , Social Activist-Maya Gupta, and Adv. Braj Aarya attended the event…

On Tuesday, 29th July, 2025, Mumbai:
A delegation of trio team containing Adv. Braj , Sanjeev Gangwar and Abhijit Dube met and discussed promoting Temple based Sanatan Eco-System in the State of Maharashtra with Acharya Pawan Tripathi, Treasurer of Shri Siddhivinayak Ganpati Mandir Trust which is currently controlled by Government of Maharastra …nice to meet Acharya ji who has been in Mumbai since 2005 ....🙏