Saturday, January 22, 2011
My message to William Dalrymple
Dear Mr. Dalrymple,
First of all I would like to introduce myself. I am a born Bihari (Indian). Today I got very offended after reading your interview in WSJ wherein you quoted " that few would’ve turned up had the festival taken place in Patna". As a Bihari and also a resident of Patna, I would like to ask you on what basis you are spreading such a negative image of Patna?
Bihar & Patna is already suffering from a negative image due to biased Indian media and on the top of that such statement from a Historian and writer of your repute does no good to this image but having an incremental impact on the bad perception.
Few year back ( in 2007) also you had given similar statement in Financial Times London regarding Bihar wherein you has given a statement which was about an election in Bihar at a time when there was no election in Bihar. It was extremely negative right from the word go, associating certain reprehensible practices which are culturally far more likely to happen in other states than Bihar.
Some of our fellows Biharis had communicated their apprehensions to you at that time also and you had assured that you will not try to propagate a negative and biased opinion about Bihar any further.
But alas, you did it again this time, and that too without any solid reason. Did you try ever to organise any such thing in PATNA in Bihar? then on what basis such an opinion?
Let me invite you to come to Bihar to get a first hand feel of Bihar/Bihari and our hospitality, culture and warmth. I guarantee that you will be surprised and bowled over.
We are planning to Organize several big festival ( Mahotsava as it is called in HINDI) for example Rajgir Mahotsava, Gaya Mahotsava, Dasrath Manjhi Love Mahotsava, Nalanda Mahotsava, Vikramshila Mahotsava, Patliputra Mahotsava and many more).
The reason for sending this message are not only to communicate to you that we as Biharis are hurt by your irresponsibly statement in international media but also to invite you to have a first hand experience of Bihar so that you can form a more objective and correct opinion about Bihar.
Would also like to invite you to our Facebook Bihar Page and our Volunteer NGO effort for betterment of Bihar. Please see the link below:
a) http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_153744714660549&ap=1
b)http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_188103284536849&ap=1
I also read your clarification that you Love Bihar and hence this invitation to the cause of Bihar. Hope you will reply back or help Bihar rather than only curse and criticize.
regards,
Santosh
Santosh Pandey
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Launch of Daily Pilgrimage Service to The Footsteps of Buddha
Date:16-Jan-2011
Press Release: Launch of Daily Pilgrimage Service to The Footsteps of Buddha.
Need for such a service:
Bodhgaya is an international Tourist place and there is a big need to have a safe and comfortable pilgrimage to the footsteps of Buddha – primarily the places in Rajgir and Nalanda. Pilgrims have always looked for a complete solution, which takes care of all their needs. It is a welcome service started by Bodhgaya Temple Management Committee (BTMC) to commemorate 2600th years of Buddha’s enlightenment and it is non-profit in nature.
Main Features
Pilgrimage to various places in Rajgir and Nalanda (details below)
Includes Breakfast, traditional lunch and evening snacks and tea.
Includes Ticket charges of Ropeway, Venuvan, Nalanda Ruins, Xuan Xang Memorial and Nalanda and Bodhgaya Multimedia Museum.
Includes Guide Services
Travel in Air Conditioned Bus
Screening of historical films about History of Rajgir and Nalanda during the journey
Safe and Hassle Free Trip
Relevant books on History of Rajgir and Bodhgaya would be available on the bus (for purchase)
Initial Launch Offer – Rs 750/pax.
Early Bird Advantage Offer – Rs 499/pax (5 rear seats earmarked for this)
Children below the age of 10 – Rs 499/child
Infants up to age 3 – Free
Pilgrims from countries other than Saarc and Bimstec countries would be charged Rs 200 more due to differential entry fees at Nalanda ruins, Xuan Xang Memorial and Venu Van.
Booking Contact Number: 9234876571
Ticket Counter at: Bodhgaya Multimedia Museum
Booking will also be available thru BTMC website – www.mahabodhi.com
Prachin Bharat Tourism Technologies has been engaged as a solution provider
Pilgrimage Itinerary
7AM – Departure from Bodhgaya from the parking lot opposite BTMC.
7AM to 12:30PM
Packed Breakfast will be served onboard.
Places covered: Cylopean Wall, Chariot Wheel Marks, Ropeway ground level, Shanti Stupa, Gridhkuta , Ropeway Ground level back,
Jeevak Mango Grove – Drive thru,Bimbissar Jail, Son Bhandar, Jarasandh Ka Akhara (will get added soon)
Arrive at Nalanda Multimedia Museum for lunch – 12.30 pm
Lunch – 12:30PM - 1.00 PM
1:00PM to 5:00PM
Places covered: Watch Multimedia Show,Xuang Xang Memorial, Nalanda Ruins, Shopping
Depart Nalanda 4.00 PM
Arrive Venuvan 4.30 PM
Departure from Venuvan at 5.00PM and arrive at Bodhgaya at 7:30PM.
Tea/Coffee Snacks
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Press Release: Launch of Daily Pilgrimage Service to The Footsteps of Buddha.
Need for such a service:
Bodhgaya is an international Tourist place and there is a big need to have a safe and comfortable pilgrimage to the footsteps of Buddha – primarily the places in Rajgir and Nalanda. Pilgrims have always looked for a complete solution, which takes care of all their needs. It is a welcome service started by Bodhgaya Temple Management Committee (BTMC) to commemorate 2600th years of Buddha’s enlightenment and it is non-profit in nature.
Main Features
Pilgrimage to various places in Rajgir and Nalanda (details below)
Includes Breakfast, traditional lunch and evening snacks and tea.
Includes Ticket charges of Ropeway, Venuvan, Nalanda Ruins, Xuan Xang Memorial and Nalanda and Bodhgaya Multimedia Museum.
Includes Guide Services
Travel in Air Conditioned Bus
Screening of historical films about History of Rajgir and Nalanda during the journey
Safe and Hassle Free Trip
Relevant books on History of Rajgir and Bodhgaya would be available on the bus (for purchase)
Initial Launch Offer – Rs 750/pax.
Early Bird Advantage Offer – Rs 499/pax (5 rear seats earmarked for this)
Children below the age of 10 – Rs 499/child
Infants up to age 3 – Free
Pilgrims from countries other than Saarc and Bimstec countries would be charged Rs 200 more due to differential entry fees at Nalanda ruins, Xuan Xang Memorial and Venu Van.
Booking Contact Number: 9234876571
Ticket Counter at: Bodhgaya Multimedia Museum
Booking will also be available thru BTMC website – www.mahabodhi.com
Prachin Bharat Tourism Technologies has been engaged as a solution provider
Pilgrimage Itinerary
7AM – Departure from Bodhgaya from the parking lot opposite BTMC.
7AM to 12:30PM
Packed Breakfast will be served onboard.
Places covered: Cylopean Wall, Chariot Wheel Marks, Ropeway ground level, Shanti Stupa, Gridhkuta , Ropeway Ground level back,
Jeevak Mango Grove – Drive thru,Bimbissar Jail, Son Bhandar, Jarasandh Ka Akhara (will get added soon)
Arrive at Nalanda Multimedia Museum for lunch – 12.30 pm
Lunch – 12:30PM - 1.00 PM
1:00PM to 5:00PM
Places covered: Watch Multimedia Show,Xuang Xang Memorial, Nalanda Ruins, Shopping
Depart Nalanda 4.00 PM
Arrive Venuvan 4.30 PM
Departure from Venuvan at 5.00PM and arrive at Bodhgaya at 7:30PM.
Tea/Coffee Snacks
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Saturday, January 15, 2011
World Class University and Research Centre in Bihar
Nalanda had a tougher admission process than what Harvard or MIT have today. But it was destroyed and thus began the decline of Bihar,India,Asia and world. The Wheel or History takes a turn, come join the movement and make the future or become history. We don't need to revive Nalanda but the whole atmosphere. Just like Delhi as an Institutional Area which houses, IIT-Delhi, IIFT, ISI,IIFT,Fore etc. We need many ....,
Bihar is the heart, mind and soul of India and Asia. Yoga,Kamasutra, Surgery, Buddha, Mahavira, Guru Gobind Singh were sons of Bihar and Nalanda University is world's greatest and oldest institutions (destroyed and needs reconstruction). Please help Bihar in the quest to reclaim the position as a seat of learning, research and Asian renaissance.
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
Bihar is the heart, mind and soul of India and Asia. Yoga,Kamasutra, Surgery, Buddha, Mahavira, Guru Gobind Singh were sons of Bihar and Nalanda University is world's greatest and oldest institutions (destroyed and needs reconstruction). Please help Bihar in the quest to reclaim the position as a seat of learning, research and Asian renaissance.
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
JOB OPPORNITIES
All Entrepreneurs and job givers, please share a link of your job (just a one liner description and URL, company ka nam, job ke sector aur specialization bhi )
Green Leaf Energy Private Limited
(Email ID: ankit.gle@gmail.com, kumar.ankit@astra.xlri.ac)
In Location will be rural villages in Gaya, Nawada, Aurangabad & nearby places. a) Profile offered: District Co-ordinator b) Profile offered: Nursery Manager, Irrigation Manager, Plantation Manager (Ankit please post a URL for detailed job description)
Bihar Society -
a) Hiring members at most cities of Bihar and India and world (Europe,Japan,Middle-East,UK,USA in multiple functions and roles). No cash salary for short term but will get preference for paid positions in future. Great start-up experience in building a world class organization that we will be proud of. http://www.facebook.com/bihasociety for more details or contact by mail to biharsociety@gmail.com or skype at biharsociety
Affiliate of Bihar Society :
Freelance Volunteer opportunities for people with expertise in Social Media, Website, database admin, project management, event management, project management, fund raising. Projects and roles will be shared between Bihar Society and a NYC based partner organization with global organization. No visa sponsorship and cash payment
Karma Society - a) Hiring volunteers at Patna and in cities/villages of Bihar. Expertise in areas of Cause Marketing, Social Media, Education, Health, Civic Society, Employability Training et b)Advisor to Secy (mix of advisory and administrative roles c) Driver and Operations Manager for Patna HQ of Karma Society (can also work for Bihar Society if bandwidth allows), c) Operations Manager for Karma Society. Contact at +91 612 257 0811. Positions are voluntary but can be paid in few specific situations
Balbhadra Smriti Seva Sansthan -
Computer Trainer based at Bangaon (near Saharsa) for short term assignment (timing flexible per availability and need). Will be paid stipend and fair and reasonable costs. Food , Housing will be arranged as well. Great chance to work at grassroot level. Contact Retd Engineer SriNarayan Khan at sntikkan@gmail.com or +916478232121. Address: Retd Engineer Srinarayan khan. At +PO: Bangaon (west), Dist: Saharsa 852212, Bihar, India
Atul's Friend -
Hiring for a stealth mode start-up based in US with operations, sourcing, supply chain management in the travel, print-supplies domains. Manager to VP level jobs available. Visa sponsorship can be tried but difficult so US based candidates will be preferred. Salary and roles are attractive and negotiable
Bihar Development Trust :
All locations are based at Daudnagar in Aurangabad District. We need an agri graduate to provide extension services to the farmer club members in Daudnagar, Haspura, Obra, Goh etc blocks of Aurangabad District. Its a team leader profile with a team of 10 persons working with farmers in instiution building, sales, marketing and procurement. Besides, we need field officer with good hindi writing ability and decent english reading persons with either matric or intermediate as academic calculation. We need 5 persons to begin with. The requirements are immediate.
IIM Alumni Society:
Need volunteers for a dream project which is in hibernation because of work,family and Bihar project taking up bandwidth. Contact him at atultechatfacebookdotcom. Chance to network with global leaders (IIM Alumni and Friends of IIM). If you are IIM Alumni then great for others will have a limited but meaningful role crafted for your. Requirements are same as (2) above for Bihar Society
Green Leaf Energy Private Limited
(Email ID: ankit.gle@gmail.com, kumar.ankit@astra.xlri.ac)
In Location will be rural villages in Gaya, Nawada, Aurangabad & nearby places. a) Profile offered: District Co-ordinator b) Profile offered: Nursery Manager, Irrigation Manager, Plantation Manager (Ankit please post a URL for detailed job description)
Bihar Society -
a) Hiring members at most cities of Bihar and India and world (Europe,Japan,Middle-East,UK,USA in multiple functions and roles). No cash salary for short term but will get preference for paid positions in future. Great start-up experience in building a world class organization that we will be proud of. http://www.facebook.com/bihasociety for more details or contact by mail to biharsociety@gmail.com or skype at biharsociety
Affiliate of Bihar Society :
Freelance Volunteer opportunities for people with expertise in Social Media, Website, database admin, project management, event management, project management, fund raising. Projects and roles will be shared between Bihar Society and a NYC based partner organization with global organization. No visa sponsorship and cash payment
Karma Society - a) Hiring volunteers at Patna and in cities/villages of Bihar. Expertise in areas of Cause Marketing, Social Media, Education, Health, Civic Society, Employability Training et b)Advisor to Secy (mix of advisory and administrative roles c) Driver and Operations Manager for Patna HQ of Karma Society (can also work for Bihar Society if bandwidth allows), c) Operations Manager for Karma Society. Contact at +91 612 257 0811. Positions are voluntary but can be paid in few specific situations
Balbhadra Smriti Seva Sansthan -
Computer Trainer based at Bangaon (near Saharsa) for short term assignment (timing flexible per availability and need). Will be paid stipend and fair and reasonable costs. Food , Housing will be arranged as well. Great chance to work at grassroot level. Contact Retd Engineer SriNarayan Khan at sntikkan@gmail.com or +916478232121. Address: Retd Engineer Srinarayan khan. At +PO: Bangaon (west), Dist: Saharsa 852212, Bihar, India
Atul's Friend -
Hiring for a stealth mode start-up based in US with operations, sourcing, supply chain management in the travel, print-supplies domains. Manager to VP level jobs available. Visa sponsorship can be tried but difficult so US based candidates will be preferred. Salary and roles are attractive and negotiable
Bihar Development Trust :
All locations are based at Daudnagar in Aurangabad District. We need an agri graduate to provide extension services to the farmer club members in Daudnagar, Haspura, Obra, Goh etc blocks of Aurangabad District. Its a team leader profile with a team of 10 persons working with farmers in instiution building, sales, marketing and procurement. Besides, we need field officer with good hindi writing ability and decent english reading persons with either matric or intermediate as academic calculation. We need 5 persons to begin with. The requirements are immediate.
IIM Alumni Society:
Need volunteers for a dream project which is in hibernation because of work,family and Bihar project taking up bandwidth. Contact him at atultechatfacebookdotcom. Chance to network with global leaders (IIM Alumni and Friends of IIM). If you are IIM Alumni then great for others will have a limited but meaningful role crafted for your. Requirements are same as (2) above for Bihar Society
Sunday, January 09, 2011
World Class University and Research Centre in Bihar
Nalanda had a tougher admission process than what Harvard or MIT have today. But it was destroyed and thus began the decline of Bihar,India,Asia and world. The Wheel or History takes a turn, come join the movement and make the future or become history. We don't need to revive Nalanda but the whole atmosphere. Just like Delhi as an Institutional Area which houses, IIT-Delhi, IIFT, ISI,IIFT,Fore etc. We need many ....,
Bihar is the heart, mind and soul of India and Asia. Yoga,Kamasutra, Surgery, Buddha, Mahavira, Guru Gobind Singh were sons of Bihar and Nalanda University is world's greatest and oldest institutions (destroyed and needs reconstruction). Please help Bihar in the quest to reclaim the position as a seat of learning, research and Asian renaissance.
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
Bihar is the heart, mind and soul of India and Asia. Yoga,Kamasutra, Surgery, Buddha, Mahavira, Guru Gobind Singh were sons of Bihar and Nalanda University is world's greatest and oldest institutions (destroyed and needs reconstruction). Please help Bihar in the quest to reclaim the position as a seat of learning, research and Asian renaissance.
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
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