That Peppy Women

Twinkle khanna, daughter of Legendary Rakesh khanna & Dimple Kapadiya, wife of Action star Akhshay Kumar, mother of two; was a beautiful actress two decades ago. To be frank, I felt she was dull & boring. 

But, this perception took a U turn when I read Mrs funnybones.

Needs no introduction as she has been the creator behind Mrs funnybones. A funky peppy column in Sunday times with a remarkably good number of followers has now reached the bookshelf &, in no doubt, it is in my top 'must read' recommendation list of 2015.

Mrs funnybones, unlike her character's in movies, is peppy, hilarious & sporty. The book deals with just the normal chao's what an Indian women goes through; Handling diapers to Weight gain; Her mommy dear to Mummiji, Dominant 'man of the house' to Girl power which is expressed with brilliance and humour.

She addresses the inequality and highlights the girl power in a light hearted manner which can't be ignored.

An article on menstruations which goes for 2 pages makes us think," why do we hide our sanitary pad in secret places"

Her 'unzip' story tells the current fact of life, that people judge vulgarity by a woman and not by a man.

         The book is partial friction as Mrs funnybones is measurably more peppy compare to Twinkle, but the characters are familiar, her family. 'Man of the House' is dominant, Mummiji being possessive, Mommy dear more restless and the 'prodigal' son as she dictates. When we read the book, it's easier to depict as the characters are the celebrities from Bollywood.

My most funniest sections  -

1. Give a speech of inequality and come home only to hear from the man of the house - 'can you push that coffee table dear!!'
2. Ladies walking in the apartment staircase with a combination of Salwar & Sports Shoe; to impress celebrity hunk neighbour.
3. The Best one - In an aeroplane, when a baby poop's, a woman gets her perfume and sprays it inside the diaper.

While reading the book, don't miss the titbits present at the end of each chapter. It's really catchy and helpful too. You can read them even if you have not completed the entire book. PS : I seriously doubt, that there would be anyone who wouldn't finish the book, Blimey!!!

She chased the eye teaser with a coconut, has inherited a staff who thinks all big black mole guys are a villain and even has her own WhatsApp teaser which goes like 'Twinkle Twinkle, little star, I hope you get hit by a car!'

To end, she conveys, when we, a woman, have a family; & however great our professional life is, we always end up working for our dear great big family, as this roots us to be an "Indian".

I would like to correct my tittle " That peppy women who is so Indian"

PS- my tweet to Mrs funnybones.( excuse me for the improper image ).

@mrsfunnybones #ReadingTime #mrsfunnybones really hilarious.. esp this one ... pic.twitter.com/LvOEfek3I0

— Prathi (@Prathi_T) December 6, 2015

This blog post is inspired by the blogging marathon hosted on IndiBlogger for the launch of the #Fantastico Zica from Tata Motors. You can  apply for a test drive of the hatchback Zica today.


 - Prathi

A Magical Grasp #LoveAndLaughter

Ours was an 'arrange' marriage, but 5 years down when I now turn back, I think it must be that spark which clicked when we met, which lured us together.

Yes, I am talking about my dearest husband. To brief out I would say that the phrase, "opposite attracts" just suits us.

If he is quite , I am talkative.
He has patience, whereas I am impulsive.
He can be messy, but I am the perfection freak and the list goes on...

Of all the opposites, our togetherness blossomed & If I recall, mainly, when we travel together to work.

This was someday of 2013...

Prad has both 2 wheeler & 4 wheeler but usually, was restraining to use our car as he was new to driving & as you are aware, Bengaluru doesn't support new drivers.

Nevertheless, one day when we were late and when our bike was not in a mood to start ( reason being that someone had cut the outlet and drained all the petrol; Prad calls him a thief whereas I call him a well wisher) we started travelling in our car.

This circumstance, then became a habit.

For the first few months both of us were very caution, with Prad creating a peculiar nail biting habit, whenever he had a tough time understanding the road. I was even advised not to disturb him while driving as it distracts him

After a few weeks, Prad started getting the hang of it but had not still reached 100%.

One day when we were driving on the roads of Katrigupe, we came to a halt in a steep road, due to traffic. Prad was quite comfortable, but as I was still getting the hang of his driving had this fear; "What if the car goes backward and hit any vehicle behind". I wanted to tell this concern of mine, but feared that if I say so, it might distract him and he may even lose his control. Confused between my inner fear and unable to express, I held my seat belt so tight thinking that my grasp will make the vehicle still.

My husband saw my unusual behaviour and asked me if I have any stomach ache. I frowned and didn't say a word until we were out of that steep road.

After explaining the reason, my husband (Now, me too..after thinking about it !!! ) had a good laugh, assured me that he was now in full control of the car and doesn't need my psychic support!!

This incident has been one of the funniest of the lot, but still doesn't embarrass me, might be as it has the mixture of love and laughter of our relationship

And It will always remain in me whenever we cross steep roads in future.


PS - I don't have my magical grasp snapshot, but do have my Prad's nail biting drive - Enjoy



This post is a part of #LoveAndLaughter activity at BlogAdda in association with Caratlane.

- Prathi

Not with his eyes but with his vision

Mr Srikanth Bolla, a 23 year old entrepreneur, CEO and owner of a 50crore company with 4 production plants branched out in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh is born blind.

 

What was his drive!!

"Where's there a will, there is a way"

 

Srikanth Bolla ( Source - INK Talks)

 

Born to a poor agricultural family, Mr Srikanth, in Hyderabad had a tough life from the day he was born.

 

As a baby, his parents were advised to drop his blind boy to ditch. "He is a mere nuisance" was some of their suggestions. Only due to their continuous love and affection was he able to cross that innocent life.

 

His father realised that as a blind boy, he is not much help to him in his field. He took him to a school situated few miles away for 2 years. He walked these miles and sat in the last bench with no friends. Discouragement, Humiliation & Loneliness were the only thing he learnt and felt that his life is just a failure. When his father realised this, he decided Srikanth needed a special school.

 

There, Srikanth received the right amount of nourishment and raised himself with compassion and commitment. He completed his X by scoring 90+%,  but the struggle continued. When he went for college admission, he was told 'Science' was not for disabled students. You can opt for 'Arts' instead was their conclusion. He fought with them, with admission department, with government & even went to court. And after several hardships, he was permitted for Science department, but with a clause; 'on your own risk'.

 

With the help of his mentor and computing world, he was able to score 98% in his XII but again denied entry in IIT, BITs..

 

He did not go for similar struggle again, instead smartly applied to schools in the US. He went to MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology with a scholarship) as the first international blind student in the school’s history.

 

His struggle was even more tougher, but he survived. After he completed his Bachelor's he decided that he need to come back to help others who are like him.

 

With the help of his mentor, Swarnalatha he started an educational ground; schools and colleges for disabled. He became a mentor for many. When he questioned himself whether education is enough, what about employment? He answered it by building Bollant.

 

Mr Srikanth Bolla's Bollant Industries,  an organisation that employs  disabled ( about 70%) and uneducated employees to manufacture Eco-friendly, disposable consumer packaging solutions, is a set aside example and inspirational for all.

 

Mr Srikanth's challenging life makes us question on humanity, gives new meaning for struggle and also inspires us that with utmost dedication anything can be achieved.

 

I aide goodbye, leaving you behind with 3 important lessons which Mr Srikanth has adhered from his life

“Show compassion and make people rich. Include people in your life and remove loneliness, and lastly, do something good; it will come back to you.”

Source - Youth Ki Awaaz

This blog post is written as a part of  a contest held by Indiblogger & Youth Ki Awaaz on #SpreadTheVibe, positive story that has inspired you in 2015

To get more details on this forum , please visit their website.
http://www.youthkiawaaz.com/

- Prathi

Kesari Bath (Sugar free)

It's Sunday and it's time for something unique.  #FoodBlog,

Everyone likes to eat Desert but nowadays we are too scared to try as we are health conscious. So here is a common 'South Indian desert' which I tried today, with a twist, i.e. using Sugar free 


Kesari Bath with Sugar Free


Ingredients:
Rava - 1/2 cup

Sugar Free Natura - 1/4th cup ( Used 10 - 12 sachets)
Kesari - 2 strands
Turmeric powder - 1tsp
Ghee - 2 - 3 tbsp
Raisins - 4 -5 
Water ( Make sure water is boiling, while adding it to the mixture)- 1 cup


Preperation:

1. Heat 1 tsp of Ghee in a Kadai.
2. Add Rava and mix it together with the ghee. 
3. Wait for Rava to turn dark yellow in color. You will get a pleasant aroma of Rava. Now add Water as mentioned.
4. Mix Rava well, such that there is no lump formation.
5. Let Rava be cooked for a few minutes.
6. Add Sugar free Natura, Kesari & Turmeric Powder.
7. Mix it well
8. Once Sugar gets dissolved, add remaining Ghee and mix it thoroughly 
9. Remove Kadai from the Burner and Decorate it with Raisins
10. Serve Hot

**The above dish has served for 4

The dish was tasty and good as the original in spite of the substitute. 

Want to know more about Sugar Free , Look here http://sugarfree-india.com/

- Prathi

Secret of Aditya's Soft Skin

New to parenting can be a tedious job especially if it's your first child. I have experienced this as recently I have entered the world of motherhood. Aditya, our son, has just completed eight months now.  But these months have been ups and downs. From sudden crying & sleeping tantrums to his 1st smile, it has been a roller coaster ride. 

One of the factors to look for when you have a baby  is to retain that soft skin of your little one. I am not an expert in this, but here are according to me, based on my recent encounter, the 5 important aspects to look for when it comes to maintaining soft & safe skin of your infant.

Breast feeding

Question arises, is breast feeding an important factor for babies skin!

My thought is that to keep babies skin safe, we would need to make sure they are well immune to bacterial & other infections. Skin damage can be from frequent infections. While Breast feeding increase immune system of the babies; we can try avoiding skin damage to certain extend by breast feeding.

Also breast milk contains lots of vitamins, mineral and other nutritional substances; which can act as skin protector

For instance, during his 1st month, he had red spots on his face. As a home remedy, mom suggested to apply breast milk to these spots. It was effective & natural compare to other chemical lotions.

Lotions, Soap, Powder, Wipes:

Moisturizing is most important for maintaining a soft skin. Market is filled with different variety of brands of baby products; hence choosing a  suitable one as per your babies need is crucial.

We apply lotions to Aditya after bath and during bedtime. We also use it while potty cleaning, especially if he had a rough time. Along with lotion we sprinkle talcum powder to retain the moisture content. Many Pediatricians are against talcum powder, but according to my experience, a minimum quantity of powder is a must. Also, there are a variety of powder puffs in the market, which assures only a few grains falls to your little one's body.

Aditya is a sweaty person. He gets heat rashes; especially during summer season. We use prickly heat powder as a remedy.

During Rainy season, he had got diaper rashes due to frequent urination. On such occasions, a Diaper rash cream comes handy.

Utilizing a recommended soap is best for maintaining a soft skin. It should be free from harsh chemicals and should not hurt babies cute eyes while bathing. 

Clothes can harm the soft skin while potty cleaning. Utilizing water many at times can damage skin or he can catch a cold. To avoid such hassle, we use wipes. It prevents rashes & very convenient while travelling too. Few wipes can be used to clean faces too.

Oil Massage:

Before Bathing, applying baby oil for a few minutes is a good practice. While oiling, massages is a must. This makes bones & skin flexible, which helps in developmental activity. For skin, oiling prevents dryness and massaging result in advocate blood flow, which in turn helps skin glow.

Timing for bathing is also important. Bathing should be done before 11 am, preferably early morning hours. This practice has been done from ages as it said that an early morning bath boasts body and mind. Evening hours are for short showers. Short showers are needed when you start them with solid foods as dirt will be accumulating in the neck, ear hands & legs. .

Clothes and toys

Baby clothes with beautiful prints, attractive design, colorful buttons are in the market these days, but are those soft for your lo skin?

We prefer white cotton clothes as bed sheets and blankets as we can identify dust easily. We used 1st 3 months white nappies instead of diapers. Diapers were used only during nights. As he was born in summer and climate here is sunny we prefer cotton thin clothes. After Bath, we swaddled for 1st 4 months to retain babies skin moisture and prevent from damage. Selecting good towel  & soft brush for combing is advisable. 

During rainy season as mosquito can harm his skin, we used mosquito nets or full sleeves shirt and pants.

Now he has started crawling and as a result, we see skin darkening near his knee. So we have started wearing knee pad for protection. These are made up of soft woolens, hence are soft for skin. We also have huge  play mats so that his playtime is skin friendly. 

Toys should be baby friendly too, as  babies have a thumb rule, i.e. 'anything on hand is in the mouth'.

Search for no sharp edges toys, as minuet sharp edges can rip of their soft skin easily. 

As they start with their developmental activity like rolling over, crawling, sitting and standing; they are bound to fall. So we need to make sure that surfaces where they play or sleep are safe, soft and clean.

Last but not the Least

Diaper:

The hardest job of parenting is to make sure your child has a good night sleep. Babies are very sensitive ;wakes up immediately after urinating. Diaper are savior in these cases and better than protective sheets.

Selecting right brand which is compatible for your kid is a difficult task. I have been using many brands based on his body structure as first 6 months he used to gain weight spontaneously and we had to shift from one size to another. If  Diapers are too tight it can lead to red rashes and if it's loose, it leads to leakage.

But a key point when  it comes to choosing diapers is we need to make sure water retained should not create moisture inside the diaper. This moisture makes them irritated and later creates rashes. If your LO is urinating frequently, diapers need to be changed frequently. Pedestrian recommends changing diapers every 4 hours is best practice.

Best among them are Pampers active and Pampers Pant. During the early months as I had to change diapers on a regular basis, I preferred active as it was open diapers. As of now he sleeps for 6 hours continuously, hence I prefer Pants.

I have recently purchased Pamper Premium and yet to try it out. The product targets soft skin as its main goal and this feature has lured me into it.

Here is a little intro of Premium from the makers themselves; It is sure to attract everyone.

Pampers brings you the softest ever Pampers Premium Care Pants. Its cotton-like softness is #SoftestForBabySkin and allows it to breathe, thus keeping baby’s skin soft and healthy, and your baby happy.

To conclude, it's all about the experience which matter when it comes to taking care of  that innocent little one. So make sure you have your elders at hand length when in need. Try to be cautious about major road blocks, but we don't need to worry too much about the minute ones. As motherhood comes only once in life, we need to enjoy it along with these warnings. 

At the end, it's their happy smile which matters the most. 

Isn't it!!
Prathi

Grandma #madeofgreat

Decades ago (1940's), she rode with her brother letting an unapproved father behind, around 12 miles far away from her home. She wanted to complete her education and enter the world of teaching. She used to brief out that her parents were not so willing but she never gave up.

This is a short abstract of someone who is undeniably #madeofgreat for me, 'My Grandma'.

Ever since I know her, she is a multitasking lady; stands like a wall for all obstructions. Her mode of speech brings warmness to anyone who listens to her. She is open like a book and yet so secretive. Sometimes, when I think of her influence in my life, It brings her residue into me. My mom takes up few situations a bit more serious than required, but she was calm, composed yet firm. This behavior, I always try to follow, few at times I succeed, but mostly I fail but still I never gave up

Work life balance - 

"Working as a school teacher till retirement, mom of 7 and a great cook" is what describes her. Her dishes are the best in the world and if you ever had a chance to taste it, you would definitely say it is the best South Indian food ever tasted. When we asked her, 'how do you do such simple rasam so tasty?', she used to say that 'measurement is the key'. Been working and handling household has taught her that being organised is time-saving. 

Being a mom has not killed her career. She is even now remembered as the best teacher of her times and all her stories and riddles are resided by each and every student of hers whenever they meet. When they visited her, they used to tell about her greatness and how she used to handle their tiny fights with patience. 

Grandma has always been a proud teacher which has reflected in her life even after her retirement. This has taught me that when we are satisfied with individual accomplishment, it brings us peace within; which reflects on our social life.

Catastrophic : 

At the age of 45, Grandma lost Grandpa. All the financial and social activity was handled by Grandpa. At 1970, It should have been devastating as she was not much aware about banking, shopping and all other social problems. Only because of her self confidence and 'never give up' nature, was she able to handle and take care. 

During Grandpa's death, my uncle had married against our religion and this had caused lots of humiliation around her neighborhood. Being a single parent, she handled the circumstances very well; with an open mind, welcomed her and greeted aunt as her own daughter. 

Can you get a woman who can be so human when the whole world; still says 'religion is greater than humanity'??

Physical Appearance :

She is not the prettiest of the lot & she is partially handicapped, with one leg bitten by a snake during her childhood. Even when I was rejected at marriage proposals due to height, she assured & said; 'Don't give up. People who evaluate you by your physical appearance are not worth marrying'

On 31st May 2015, She had her last breath. She was not well from past 4 years and was bed rest for a year. Even while in such condition, she used to smile at the guest who visited her & welcomed everyone. 

I miss her guidance. I miss her patience. I miss her. Wholly I miss a great lady & even more a great soul who is a representation of being an empowerment for the new generation.

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Until next time, Cya 

Prathi

Oh this pimple!!

When we imagine our  face, we always wish it to be attractive, clear, fresh, smooth & auspicious be it with any gender. Ever thought why?? 

Let me brief out my idea by a quote...

"A fresh, clear face catches the eye; empower the energy within oneself & brings in the hidden confidence."

Isn't it!!

Source : Refer below **

But when we want to cherish this idea; like any road blockers, a 'face' too gets stumbled upon from dusts to pollution, hormonal imbalance to dietary constraints & all those known factors which we can think of causing damage to the skin. And to the utmost level, the primary cause to any face damage is by a pimple.

Pimple; an acne, spot, zip call it whatever you want, we would have encountered once in our life span; & especially when we were in our teens.

Source: Refer Below **

My first encounter! -  To talk about my war with Pimples, it all started when I was at my VIII. 

It was the beginning of my first menstrual cycle. With stomach aches, constipation, uneasiness, I had to welcome 'Pimple' too, which was emerging all over my face. To make matter worse, the visible spot made few old ladies talk as, "Oh the cute girl is all set to be a Lady!!!". To my relief, It was also the time wherein few of my besties too was going through the same state. Most of our free time was all about 'pimple & it's vanquishing techniques'. Of all the hazard I thank god till date, as I have a dry pimple condition as few of my friends have that oozing white liquid puffed pimple which is pathetic to watch.

Myth? I am utterly disgusted to share this thought, but I used to feel very relaxed & happy when I prick a pimple. There were also a myth which made me comfort that, "When we prick and remove it, It disappears quickly".

Really!! One good observation about my pimple was that it was having a scheduled presence. It used to appear 2-4 day before my cycle starts. I called them as "my warning signals" or "my indicators".

Engulfed suggestions -

When we are in trouble, we tend to seek advice. Some of them which I cherished are

1. "Avoid oily & spicy foods"
2. "Drink plenty of water" 
3. "Eat Vegetables & Fruits" 
4. "Sweat a lot" 

Homemade remedies -

Considering the fact, cosmetics was a big 'NO' at my house, Homemade remedies were the only means through which I used to pamper myself. Few of them listed below.

1. Skin of milk 
2. Turmeric powder mixed with a drop of water
3. Skin of Orange
4. Cucumber pieces

Going back to those days, I recall 'Neem leaves' placed in our hot water buckets during bath. This too, have added as a helping hand to get rid of my pimples & its mark. Now we can see its presence in cosmetic, one of them is the famous 'Garnier Pure Active Neem Face Wash'.

Dandruff & Pimple! Now its been 15 years since my teen life. Over the time these warning signals have been fading off. But it still makes its presence now or then. Additional reason has emerged for its existence, i.e. 'dandruff', another villain in this 'beauty' world. Dandruff control does do the trick, but it's still a pimple and is tough not to be seen. :-)

Garnier Face Wash

To be truthful, I have not been an ideal user of any cosmetic products. But from the time I have set my foot out from my house I have given a try.

One of them is the Garnier Face Wash, Neem. I declare myself of using them at irregular intervals and hence my experience may only add up to other's review. 

"When we commute on public transport; we invade dust, pollution from traffic & sweats due to crowded buses. When I reach home with all that hazel, my face turns dull and urges for pampering. But having a tight schedule at home too, pampering gets sidelined. So to avoid this carelessness, I used Garnier 'Pure Active Neem' Face Wash. "

Summarizing my reason, 

1. Garnier  - Recommended brand in the beauty world since 1904. 
2. Neem - Acts as Anti-oxidant, Anti-septic, Anti-toxin, Anti-germicide, Anti-fungal and many other Medicinal uses. Need I have to say anything more.
3. Face wash  - Substitute for soap, Easy to Use & less time consuming ;-)

Result

• Prevents dust/oil accumulation 
• Clears small pimple marks
• Prevents new pimple formation
• Glows your face.

Source : Refer below **

At the end, pimple is something unavoidable, especially during your adolescence. Home remedies & cosmetics can reduce it up-to 99% of your problem, but that 1% is all which highlights you & your confidence level. Panicking can make a pimple the ruler of our face. Hence let that 1% pimple spend their life while you ignore. In the course, it will get tired and leave your face with/without any hospitality.

Take care

This blog post is written as a part of  a contest held by Indiblogger & Garnier on common problems faced due to pimples and its effect. Also to add on the experience on Garnier  "Pure Active" Neem Face wash if we have used it.

To know more about Garnier or it's product, Please refer the below link

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**All image source is from the contest page i.e. Garnier No Pimples No Marks 

It's "SHORT AND" #USEYOURAND

In this world of Homo Sapiens, like all other species, we have 2 primary genders  defined  as Men & Women. 

From ages, there lies difference in these gender claiming Men to be powerful. Yes of-course, when compared to the physical structure as nature's gift, Male is always termed to be physically powerful in any species. But does that define "Females are weak??"
Simple answer- "Giving birth is not termed as weak"; on the contrary, I believe it might mean to be more powerful compare to the physical stature of Men.
Hence like Men, we Women also can't be defined as a single identity.

If a man can be a Father AND Husband AND CEO AND Helpful Buddy, women should not be restricted to Mother OR Wife OR Blogger OR Software Engineer.

My Identity -

I am a woman, a female form of Homo Sapiens. I am a Wife AND Blogger AND Software Engineer AND Dancer AND Artist AND Poet AND Supportive Friend AND many more. I can't be limited by just a single label...

 & the Journey...

Through my Childhood to a teenager, I was termed as "SHORT". My Height is 4.10. Parents suggested pull ups to get rid of the tag.  As I was still searching my way, I started  wondering whether Height is what defines someone. 

Then when stepped into High School, I was a good dancer. I had been studying Bharatanatyam from my class 1.  My Bharatanatyam Sir always appreciated my dance and stamina compared to other students. I became SHORT AND DANCER

Through my Schools & college, I learnt to Paint. As Mom was Painter, Painting was in blood. I tried my hand in Sketches, Oil Paintings, Watercolors; everything went to touch a golden stand. I became SHORT AND DANCER AND PAINTER

When I went to Engineering for my higher studies, I stood First in Class. My HOD called me as the most active, courageous student of the class & my friends as Kutti, Talkative Topper. I became SHORT AND TOPPER AND TALKATIVE AND ACTIVE  AND DANCER AND PAINTER.

Through Campus, got into a reputed Software Company. I became SOFTWARE ENGINEER AND the rest followed. Each project I entered, I shined with different roles from TESTER to TEST LEAD to LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT SPOC  to HUMAN RESOURCE SPOC, which can be combined only with an 'AND'.

Then on my free time, I started writing Poems & Blogs; which entered a new world which engulfed much more freedom to express and showcase my talent within me. I am still persisting the tag of being POET & BLOGGER by my brothers-in-law, friends & Colleagues.

When I was ready to be 'married', I faced difficulties with people rejecting by defining as she is so SHORT, but only my dear husband chosen me as CUTE AND PRETTY AND SEXY AND SHORT. I thank god to others who rejected me for not understanding the "AND" because I received the best husband in the world.

I learnt to cook just before marriage & now I give shocks to my mom, by correcting her, for now I have become a COOK

2 years back, I have purchased a DSLR, but still learning some new tricks. Hopefully to call myself a FUTURE PHOTOGRAPHER.

I am sure to find a new 'AND' as I am a GEMINI by birth date and as defined GEMINI never want to constrain by one activity, they express themselves to be in many form. I would take up this positive vibes from GEMINI and redefine myself with being FUTURE MOM & TRAVELER & PHOTOGRAPHER & NOVELIST & SOON. 

Now tell me, Why not an 'AND'??

"Talent packed" an expression from  my friend makes me so proud which further determines that I am bound to play so many character. And why not, isn't it what makes our life so beautiful?

I know I will showcase myself as I don't want to restrict myself being just in one role as "I am WOMEN", who does so many 'AND' roles and never demands visibility for it. But Lets not be invisible, Let us OUTBURST. In future, when I have my own  daughter, she should get the revised statement as "Women are more powerful than men". 

Journey from an INNOCENT student to an OUTSPOKEN engineer, I want to be described, "Prathima, not defined by just a 'SHORT', but more than that she is with an 'AND'; multitasking lady with multitude things running around her"




“This post is a part of #UseYourAnd   activity at BlogAdda   in association with Gillette Venus"

Indian Aviation, from Bigger to Better.... a step to connect

Indian Aviation is one of the key which connects India to the world but still questions arise...

 

Why Bigger??

*Traveling: 

Most of us express Traveling as one of our hobby. Be it for some work scheduled or to meet our loved ones or mere for luxurious enjoyment, people travel from one place to another. Few commute reasons can be vague or some special occasions, people have woken up to explore new places or revisit old places just to see few changes.

During my grandma's time, there were arguments and misjudgments on the same topic. I can give you an example where in my granny after completing her X, wanted to do a 3 month Teacher Training course which was 10KM far away from their home town and was not allowed as there were no transportation. But she did managed to get it through by some other means, is some other story to reside. Comparing that, now day's schools in cities/villages are far away from the hub and mostly, are more than 10KM, and we do have school buses.

Conclusion, demand for traveling has commenced. I have even heard parents sending their children to abroad just to complete their higher studies in reputed international schools.

Additionally, Facility of traveling also has modified over the few decades. People prefer Buses with sleeper facility rather than seating. Metro Trains have taken over Traditional Trains. So What about in Airlines?

 

There has been drastic increase in  the numbers of Planes and different aviation industry have opened up, offering great discounts to attract not  only business class individuals but also people who travel in economic class. Due to this amazing impact, there has been a large engulfment of other industries getting involved in the Airlines sector.

Consider this, Being in one of the Top Indian City, I see en number of taxi cab and its co. working hard for providing the best reasonable fare, to and fro, to Airports. Back in 2007, HAL airport infrastructure was nothing compared to what is now in 2014 KIA & we do have different shopping sector opening up in airports which gives guests provisions to shop & spend their leisure time in airport more profitable. These are the few instances, on the large collection of impact of Aviation.

Outcome is obvious, Infrastructure, Technology, Job Opportunity in airline industry and its dependency is also becoming key entities; making it a bigger collaboration as a whole.


***Indian Diversity***:

Along with others, we do have the most major and might be Primary contribution for better aviation i.e. peoples itself.

We Indians need a bigger platform in any case; as being the 2nd largest population in the world, the resource count is the highest here. To add, we have different culture and religion, and further down, each individual have different aspects from life.

So when it comes to traveling there might be a mix culture of people/ customers for an airline and the perspective, expectation differs from one customer to another. When such wide varieties of people board a plane, this increases the expectation as an airline company which in turn increases their services.

For an example, a family of 4 may demand for entertainment and a traveler for his own privacy. A Brahman would prefer a vegetarian cuisine and Bengali a fish.


"India", as a word is difficult to adjust in a small confide book, as it has the most out busted culture, so can an aviation sector be small for India???

Never........

Bigger moving to Better!?

To be frank I haven't explained Infrastructure, Technology & Jobs in the earlier section, in detail, as we need Better opportunity for it.

Most of the Indians fall under Middle and lower Class Family. When it comes to aviation industry it is more of the opposite, being expensive and stylish. Chethan Bagat himself, on one of his book, has mentioned that Airlines is the most Stylish & Expensive Company to own and no unskilled person can engulf and not get drenched in it.


Not so long ago, there came news of flights cancelled and air service staff wages delayed due to debt issues. People not only see the vision in traveling wiser & more in an entertainment level but also aspire comfort ability and security.  When traveling through air these expectations are higher. When such stories arise, they unbolt the trust in airlines and get insecurity behavior towards aviation industry.

This in-turn loses the Investors, Skill-set resources & Jobs.

Indian Aviation should concentrate on 'people trust building activity'. Opportunity should be given not only to the CEO of an aviation industry but also to its staff to follow this motto.

Also new technology should be encouraged, by establishing non-Indian airlines to participate and give an opportunity. This can be made by utilization of Indian resources, communicating them with non-Indian airlines such as Lufthansa and play a role in elevating the Indian Aviation sector.

Lufthansa is one of the largest airline sectors in Europe; we can imagine the 3 key things it brings when it comes to India. 'Infrastructure, Technology & Jobs'

When Such Airlines comes into India, be it any kind of people i.e. investor, customer or staff puts an effort of trust and gives opportunity to make bigger better.

On such reason is #LufthansaA380

 To add more on A380 advantage, some days ago, Our PM, addressing in Australia, expressed that India has a key which other country doesn't have, "Resource". Once we train them in the opportunistic skills, they can be the powerful Indian guns to be fired. These skilled resources are in much demand in Developed Countries.

When such demand increases the frequent traveling to international locations will be the key and #LufthansaA380 can deliver it in far more better than others.

A mere presence from Nov 8 2014, to its departure/arrival on Delhi, Capital City of India,  can bring so much credibility of India on many other countries.


To Talk about It has the best engine , remarkable technology & maximum storage with wide spread cuisine facility and to add, carries maximum passenger across the journey. You can find this in most of its achievement list:  Lufthansa Indian Website  (http://a380.lufthansa.com/TAKEPART/#/DE/EN/home)

But to India, It will bring the 3 Key Opportunity 'Infrastructure, Technology & Jobs', 2 Advantages, one to India 'Traveling in comfortable & secure environment', to Lufthansa 'Understanding Indian diversity' and the ultimate Shine A380 presence itself.

Check Out: A Video Clip on its arrival on November 8th 2014

Post by Lufthansa India.

- Prathi