October 2, 2024
Shubha Mahalaya
The last day of Pitru Paksha is known as Sarvaptiri Amavasya or Mahalaya Amavasya and is considered one of the most significant days of this period.
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SPANDAN FOUNDATION is a vibrant socio-cultural organization, carved out of creative zeal, with philanthropic mission, governed by transparent and inclusive democratic values, meant to bring joy to all its members and society at large by promoting festivals, cultural events, creative endeavours and charitable causes.
Spandan means beating of the heart. Spandan Foundation was started in 2013 by like-minded and ‘like-hearted’ people who wanted to build a vibrant socio-cultural platform with a philanthropic mission. Within a short span of time, Spandan Foundation has created a mark in the cultural and social landscape of Mumbai.
Since inception, we have always championed socially relevant causes including women empowerment, elderly care, support for the destitute, conserving nature, and so on. We have actively worked towards supporting victims of natural calamities – like helping flood victims of Maharashtra (2021) and rehabilitating survivors of cyclone-hit areas of West Bengal (2020)
We are a Bengali association at heart. Stemming from that emotion, one of our priority is to uphold our culture and work towards spreading awareness about it. However, our philanthropic efforts are secular. We do not distinguish between any race, cast, creed. We spend almost 30% of our income on social causes that benefit the people who need it. We promote Indian culture and it may not only be limited to Bengali culture. We are focused on our social, cultural and philanthropic purpose to make a valuable difference to the society at large. Spandan believes in giving equal rights to all members. We are a transparent and honest organization built on the foundation of democracy.
S: Self-made (or Selflessness)
P: Professionalism
A: Accountability
N: Non Bureaucracy
D: Diversity
A: Altruism
N: Nurturing
Our Vision is to become a nationally recognised cultural and charitable organisation whose operations stand on the pillars of trust and transparency. We aim to build a vibrant community that promotes art, culture, education, and sports and carves a niche of its own. We will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in the society with our activities. We strive to promote equality and tolerance.
• Since inception, Spandan Foundation has always adopted socially relevant cause as a theme for the year.
• Relevant causes such as: Woman Empowerment, Revival of Heritage Arts & Craft, Respect for Elders, Caring for Orphans, Support for the destitute, Enabling the Differently Abled, Nurturing Nature Conservation and Heartbeat of Hope!
• Various educational and cultural activities like Book Fair and Theatre Fest.
• Collaboration with and Support to NGO’s associated with the shortlisted cause.
• Extended a helping hand for the Flood victims in Kashmir (2014) and Maharashtra (2021), Cyclone Victims in WestBengal (2020) and Pandemic Affected people of Mumbai (2020).
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October 2, 2024
The last day of Pitru Paksha is known as Sarvaptiri Amavasya or Mahalaya Amavasya and is considered one of the most significant days of this period.
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October 8, 2024
The Bodhon ceremony welcomes Goddess Durga with offerings, invoking her blessings and protection, while expressing devotion and reverence.
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October 9, 2024
As per mythology, Maha Shashti is known as the day when Goddess Durga landed on earth with her 4 children: Goddess Saraswati, Goddess Laxmi.
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October 10, 2024
On the eve of Maha Saptami, the Maha puja is performed. Just before the sun rises, a banana tree is submerged in holy water and then
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October 11, 2024
As per mythology, Maha Ashtami is believed to be the day when Goddess Durga killed Mahishasura, also known as the 'Buffalo devil'. In the olden days,
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October 12, 2024
After the 'Sandhi puja' ends, Maha Navami starts. The 'Maha arati' is performed on the eve of 'Maha Navami'. This is followed by the organising of
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October 13, 2024
On the eve of Maha Dashami, the idol of Goddess Durga is immersed in the holy water of river Ganges. Before the immersion, processions are
MoreI am a mix of modern and traditional tastes who likes art, culture and sports, I also love history and meeting new people and learning from their varied experiences in life and Spandan helps me connecting with the diaspora and serving the society.
I am in Spandan since 2013, my best memory from Spandan was the Book Fair, it was a first of its kind at that scale in Mumbai.
Spandan truly lives and believes in inclusiveness. From celebrations to charity Spandan empowers and inspires everyone to participate. Its a cultural mileau spanning communities and people. Spandan joy and happiness that reverberates at Spandan engulfs everyone who is associated with it.
Franklin Templeton, Director
I love to stay active in the organization and enjoy working in a team this helps me to improve myself, love taking on challenges and achieving them as well. Spandan gives me the opportunity to always stay connected to the roots of where I am from. Stay connected to culture and heritage, show my daughter and friends how rich Bengali culture and art is.
I have many fond memories that I’ve made in this club, in 2018 when I became a member I was introduced to so many people, worked with them, gained experience and learned how much effort, sleepless nights go to make Durja Puja successful. So this is my most memorable moment in Spandan. I’m sure I’ll be making more memorable memories here. The atmosphere is quite positive and friendly here, everybody is free to give their opinion and all the opinions are valued.
Borosil Limited, General Manager - Corporate IT
This is Subhanita, a friendly, Co-operative, simple in nature home-maker from Powai and a Spandan member since may 2013. Me and my husband love socialising with Spandanites, and celebrate each and every festivals. All the Spandan members are very friendly, all are part of a single big Spandan family.
While all the events are memorable, but recent tour at Malshej Ghat by our Spandan Ladies gang together was the best amongst all.
Home maker