MARWAR India Magazine - September - October 2022

In this issue

Welcome to the September-October 2022 issue of Marwar India!
Gracing the cover of this issue is Shri Ashok Gehlot, Chief Minister of Rajasthan, with an exclusive interview discussing the forthcoming milestone event called Invest Rajasthan Summit, being held in Jaipur, and encompassing his vision for the progress of the state.
The Profile section brings you Pawan Kumar Patodia, the sports entrepreneur and co-owner of Kolkata Sports Ventures; and for Altruism, we feature Manju Lodha, chairperson, Lodha Developers, on the philanthropic activities of Lodha Foundation.
Under Young Turk, we have Riju Jhunjhunwala, Chairman & MD, RSWM Ltd., and Ekta Jain, CMO & Founder, Octavius Tea. For the Art & Culture, we have Pooja Anant Bajaj from the Jamnalal Bajaj family, discussing her debut show on wildlife art. As a special story, we bring you the Maharajas of Rajasthan without kingdoms and how they still perform their coronation ceremonies.
Under Marwar Prive, we have the Jewellery Edit showcasing heritage trends in festive jewellery, care tips for prized possessions and the latest luxury brands for our elite readers.

PUBLIC WELFARE THE PRIORITY

Close to hosting a major milestone event called Invest Rajasthan Summit in October in Jaipur, Shri Ashok Gehlot, Chief Minister, Rajasthan, exclusively interacts with MARWAR on his roadmap for the progress of the state.

7 mins

Painting gives me PEACE

Pooja Anant Bajaj proudly presents her debut solo show on wildlife art. MARWAR talks to the artist about her love for wildlife art and nature and her journey in the art world.

4 mins

MAKING A SUSTAINABLE DIFFERENCE

Riju Jhunjhunwala, Chairman and Managing Director, RSWM Limited, is on a mission. This businessman, entrepreneur and one of India’s youngest regional Presidents of Entrepreneurs' Organisation, seeks to do things responsibly and sustainably.

4 mins

All That I Am

In times when kindness is a rare virtue, Manju Lodha, Chairperson, Lodha Foundation, sets a fine example with her selfless service to the society. In a conversation with MARWAR, the social entrepreneur offers glimpses of her social and welfare initiatives, her love for writing and music, and what inspires her to keep going tirelessly.

6 mins

A LEAGUE OF HIS OWN

Renowned industrialist, avid philanthropist and sports entrepreneur Pawan Kumar Patodia is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that his city is as crazed over volleyball as it is over soccer. The co-owner of Kolkata Thunderbolts team shares how he is relentlessly promoting volleyball in the north east.

4 mins

The Art of Brewing & Blending

How does a daughter-in-law redefine a family tea empire into a gourmet brand with innovative blends? It’s a question Ekta Jain, Chief Marketing Officer, Octavius Tea & Industries Ltd., a century-old heritage in Darjeeling, seems to have answered well.

3 mins

THE CZAR OF CRICKET

Maverick Commissioner— The IPL-Lalit Modi Saga is a no-holds-barred account of how Indian Premier League revolutionised cricket and what went wrong between its founder Lalit Modi and others.

5 mins

Jewel Queens

This festive season, MARWAR puts the spotlight on luxe jewellery designs and their specialists. Flip the page to see what these eponymous labels in the business of baubles have to say about design specifics and trends with emphasis on festivities.

5 mins

How To Care For Your Prized Possessions

With the festive season coming up, it's time to bring your heirloom jewels and precious stones out to adorn, and then put them back with care for further use. Read these pearls of wisdom on how to maintain your heirloom jewellery and prized possessions.

1 min

Wonderboy SHANTANU MAHESHWARI

Shantanu Maheshwari is a versatile artiste who wears different hats—that of a dancer, choreographer, television star and most recently Bollywood star. MARWAR brings forth interesting facts about this middle-class Marwari boy.

2 mins

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MARWAR India Magazine Description:

Marwar is a community-based magazine with an emphasis on profiling the best and the brightest in the Marwari community. The magazine reaches the elite in India and abroad who want to read and discover the wonders of all things connected with the community. Thus, the subjects featured have to have the flavour of Marwar and Rajasthan—its culture, lifestyle and traditions. We highlight arts, crafts, music, dance and theatre as well as fashion and food that are connected to the region apart from immensely successful businessmen and businesswomen. In the past, luminaries like Laxmi Mittal, Abhishek Manu Singhvi, Indu Jain, Sanjiv Goenka and Rajashree Birla, to name a few, have graced our cover.