Presenting ‘Giving Every Dream a Chance’ – a launch event of three
dreams of chosen Akshaya Patra beneficiaries. With exceptional desire to
achieve big, the beneficiaries filled the room with compassion in everybody’s
hearts. Emotion was in the air and eyes were on the three budding stars of the
evening – Manjula, Shivu and Shekar.
A year ago, The Foundation went on board on an extensive task of
identifying three uncommon dreams – dreams of children that often go unheard
and unrealized! 11 June, 2016 marked as the evening of launching those dreams
after months of nurturing and fostering.
With substantial support and encouragement from thought leaders,
philanthropists, corporates, artists and friends and family, the event was a
delight. While Mrs. Sudha Murty graced the occasion as the
Chief Guest, Femina Miss India Supranational 2016, Ms. Sushruthi Krishna was
present to extend her support. Also, celebrated musician duo, Ram Sampath and
Sona Mahapatra’s ethereal voice dominated the evening air. Award winning sand artist, Raghavendra Hegde’s sand art showcasing
the story of Akshaya Patra left the crowd mesmerised.
Three Akshaya Patra short films featuring each
beneficiary were also premiered. Manjula’s astounding performance, Shivu’s
enlightening presentation on the constellations and Shekar’s act of an on spot
chocolatier worked magic into the audience. Onlookers’ eyes were filled with
joy and endless claps echoed in the air. Amid the splendid atmosphere, all new
Akshaya Patra mobile app was launched by Mrs. Sudha Murty who also addressed the
gathering.
Mr. Mohandas Pai, Akshaya Patra’s independent trustee, was also present to
encourage The Foundation’s new initiative. The three mentors, Dr. Zulfia
Shaikh, Ms. Preethi Krishnamurthy and Chef Ramasamy Selvaraju of Vivanta By Taj
were felicitated for their efforts and willingness to take the three children
under their wings and giving their dreams a new fillip.
Watch the videos of three beneficiaries dream:
Shri Madhu Pandit Dasa, Chairman Akshaya Patra and Vice-Chairman, Shri
Chanchalapathi Dasa also attended the event along with other dignitaries and
supporters. The evening, a celebration of dreams, was wrapped with a vote of
thanks by Mr. Sridhar Venkat, CEO, Akshaya Patra, followed by a lavish buffet
spread sponsored by Vivanta By Taj.
Watch the video of the launch event – ‘Giving Every Dream a Chance’
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