Naam Foundation’ celebrates a decade of dedicated social service !

Staying true to the spirit of “Je je jagi jagate taya, maajhe mhana karunakara” (All living beings are mine, O compassionate one), Naam Foundation has been tirelessly working for the past 10 years in the fields of environment and sustainable development. The organization’s 10th anniversary was recently celebrated with great enthusiasm in Pune. The event began with a traditional Palkhi dance and the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by dignitaries.

The celebration was graced by eminent personalities including Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways #ShriNitinGadkari, Maharashtra Higher and Technical Education Minister Chandrakant Patil, Padma Bhushan Dr. Vijay Bhatkar, and Maharashtra Industries & Marathi Language Minister Uday Samant, among others.

Speaking on the occasion, Nitin Gadkari said, “I am here today to salute the work of #NanaPatekar and #MakarandAnaspure. If each of us draws inspiration from their efforts and takes the initiative to contribute socially, this movement can certainly bring change in society and the nation. Our names must be among those who turn challenges into opportunities. True social work does not need political publicity; what it needs is willpower. ‘Naam’ has shown this through its dedicated work.”

He further added, “Rather than being hands that only give, we must be hands that truly help. The more we focus on skill development, the stronger our progress will be. Every socially sensitive individual must step forward and contribute in their own way.”

Chandrakant Patil emphasized the importance of innovative initiatives being integrated with government mechanisms. He also highlighted the need to create five-to-six-hour work modules for women, which could open up greater employment opportunities for them.

Uday Samant praised the organization, saying, “The work of ‘Naam’ itself is proof of its success. I have always tried to ensure such organizations receive recognition everywhere. Through government programs and schemes, we have associated ‘Naam Foundation’ and witnessed many positive outcomes, of which I am a direct witness.”

Founded in September 2015, Naam Foundation has now completed a decade of service. Over these years, countless individuals have contributed to this collective mission of humanity. Founders Nana Patekar and Makarand Anaspure expressed their commitment to continuing this noble journey, affirming that the movement of compassion and service will go on, undeterred, in the years to come.

By Keerti Kadam