Faridabad is set to witness a major celebration of dance as C&S Event Planners, founded by Chirag and Sharmila, prepares to host Nritya Prabha Season 4. The upcoming competition will bring together 446 participants from different states and is expected to continue for nearly 13 hours, making it a significant event for the dance community.

Chirag and Sharmila are closely associated with the dance and event industry. They also run C&S Dance and Fitness Studio in Sector 21, Faridabad, where dance and fitness training is offered. Along with managing their studio, they are involved in event choreography and work on dance performances and productions for different occasions. Their involvement in dance training and choreography has kept them connected with dancers, academies and performers.

Nritya Prabha Season 4 marks the fourth season of the competition and is also the ninth event organised by C&S Event Planners. Their previous events have received a positive response from participants and audiences, and the latest edition is expected to be considerably larger in terms of participation and duration.

The competition will feature six categories: Solo Sub Junior, Solo Junior, Solo Senior, Duet, Junior Group and Senior Group. Three winners will be selected in each category, resulting in a total of 18 category winners. This structure gives dancers across different age groups and performance formats an opportunity to compete and showcase their skills on the same platform.

One of the notable features of the event is that every participant will receive a trophy and certificate. The organisers have also planned special recognition for performances that come close to winning. After the main results, 15 additional top performances will be selected from among those that performed exceptionally well but missed out on a winning position by a small margin. These performers will receive a special trophy, giving recognition to strong performances beyond the main winners.

With 446 participants scheduled to perform, the competition is expected to showcase a wide range of dance styles, choreography and performance techniques. Dancers travelling from different states will get an opportunity to compete with performers from outside their usual regional circuits and gain experience on a larger competitive stage.

The approximately 13-hour schedule also makes the event a substantial gathering for dancers, teachers, parents and dance enthusiasts. Such competitions provide performers with more than just an opportunity to win awards. They can gain stage confidence, experience a competitive environment and observe different approaches to choreography and presentation.

For Faridabad, the event also adds to the city’s growing presence in dance and cultural activities. Interstate participation is expected to bring together dancers and academies from different regions, creating an opportunity for interaction within the wider dance community.

As C&S Event Planners move towards its ninth event and Nritya Prabha enters its fourth season, the scale of participation indicates the growing reach of the competition. With 446 participants, six categories, 18 category winners, additional recognition for 15 outstanding performances and trophies and certificates for every participant, the event places considerable emphasis on recognising performers at different levels.

With nearly 13 hours of performances lined up, Nritya Prabha Season 4 is expected to turn Faridabad into a vibrant meeting point for dancers from different states, bringing together competition, creativity, recognition and a shared passion for dance.

BHUBANESWAR — A spice and dry-fruit brand rooted in Odisha, Dakloni Masala, is positioning itself around purity and traditional sourcing as it competes in India’s increasingly crowded packaged-spice market, according to the company and its parent, Green Chocy Private Limited.

The brand traces its roots to 1983, according to company materials, and says it has focused since then on bringing “the purity of organic spices and authentic traditional flavours” to Indian kitchens. Its current range spans turmeric powder, red chilli and Kashmiri red chilli powder, garam masala, garlic and onion powder, and a dry-fruits line covering cashews, almonds, walnuts, pistachios and raisins.

Dakloni operates under Green Chocy Private Limited, which holds FSSAI license number 12026999000110 and is based in Bomikhal, Rasulgarh, in Khorda district, Odisha. The company describes its approach as “100% Pure, Natural & Premium Quality,” a claim it backs with references to “strict quality checks before packaging” and sourcing “carefully selected” from trusted farmers and suppliers, according to its website.

A Fragmented, Fast-Growing Category

India’s packaged-spice sector has drawn a wave of regional and direct-to-consumer entrants in recent years, alongside established national players, as consumers increasingly shop for spices online rather than through neighborhood grocers. Industry analysts who track the space say purity and traceability claims have become a common differentiator for newer brands, though such claims are typically self-reported rather than independently audited unless tied to a specific third-party certification beyond baseline food-safety licensing.

Dakloni’s FSSAI registration is a standard requirement for any food business operating in India and confirms basic regulatory compliance rather than certifying “organic” status specifically; the company has not indicated it holds a separate organic-certification mark, and this report could not independently verify the “organic” language used in its own marketing material.

An Odisha Identity

The brand markets itself explicitly around its Odisha base, a positioning that distinguishes it from larger national spice brands headquartered elsewhere. Company materials link its Dakloni Masala spice range to the region’s culinary heritage, though the company has not published details of specific farms or supply chains involved.

Dakloni also markets a grocery and makhana range alongside its core spice and dry-fruit lines, positioning itself as a broader everyday-essentials brand rather than a single-category spice house.

What Comes Next

The company has not disclosed retail distribution figures, revenue, or store count, and operates primarily as a direct-to-consumer brand through its own websites and social media channels. Whether its purity-focused positioning translates into meaningful market share against established national spice brands remains to be seen.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Dakloni Masala sell?

The brand’s core lines are turmeric powder, red chilli and Kashmiri red chilli powder, garam masala, garlic and onion powder, and a dry-fruits range including cashews, almonds, walnuts, pistachios and raisins, alongside makhana and grocery staples.

Who owns Dakloni Masala?

The brand operates under Green Chocy Private Limited, an FSSAI-licensed food business based in Khorda district, Odisha.

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Association strengthens national leadership with Rishi Deepak Budhadev as National President and Suresh Nair as Acting Vice President

India, August 2026: In a notable beginning for a newly established industry association, the Professional Travel Agents and Hotels Association (PTAHA) has crossed the 100-member mark within just 27 days, signalling strong early support from professionals across India’s travel, tourism and hospitality sector.

Alongside this milestone, PTAHA has announced a strengthened national leadership structure with the appointment of Mr. Rishi Deepak Budhadev as National President and Mr. Suresh Nair as Acting Vice President.

The rapid growth comes at a time when travel agents, tour operators, hotels, DMCs and other tourism businesses are increasingly seeking stronger professional networks, business opportunities, knowledge-sharing platforms and collective industry engagement.

A Fast Start for a New Industry Platform

PTAHA was established as a Section 8 not-for-profit organisation with the objective of bringing different segments of the travel and hospitality industry onto a common professional platform.

Reaching more than 100 members in 27 days has given the association a strong foundation for its national expansion plans. PTAHA sees the milestone as an endorsement of its member-focused approach and its objective of creating practical value for tourism professionals.

Rather than functioning only as a networking body, PTAHA aims to provide members with opportunities for business promotion, industry interaction, education, networking and participation in major tourism events.

The association is also working towards creating greater engagement between its members and tourism boards, destinations, hotels, trade fair organisers and other stakeholders.

Rishi Deepak Budhadev to Lead National Expansion

As part of the association’s next phase, Mr. Rishi Deepak Budhadev has been appointed National President of PTAHA.

His responsibilities will include guiding the organisation’s national growth, strengthening its regional presence and developing initiatives that deliver greater value to members.

Under his leadership, PTAHA plans to expand its network through regional chapters and increase its participation across India’s travel trade ecosystem.

The association also intends to use major tourism trade fairs and industry platforms to provide its members with greater visibility and opportunities to promote their businesses.

Suresh Nair Joins National Leadership

PTAHA has appointed Mr. Suresh Nair as Acting Vice President, adding further depth to its national leadership team.

Mr. Nair will support the association in member engagement, organisational development and expansion of its professional network. His role will also involve working closely with the national leadership to strengthen PTAHA’s presence among travel and hospitality professionals in different parts of the country.

From Membership to Industry Community

PTAHA’s leadership believes that the association’s growth should ultimately be measured by the value it creates for its members.

Its initiatives include trade-fair participation, branding and promotional opportunities, networking, webinars, educational programmes, FAM and educational trips, member marketing initiatives and industry interactions.

The association is also focused on creating opportunities where members can promote their businesses while building relationships with fellow professionals and potential business partners.

The 100+ membership milestone therefore represents more than a numerical achievement. For PTAHA, it marks the beginning of a wider professional community that aims to work collectively for the growth of India’s tourism industry.

Leadership Message

Mr. Rishi Deepak Budhadev, National President, PTAHA, expressed his appreciation to the association’s members and supporters for placing their trust in the organisation within such a short period.

He said the achievement belongs to the entire PTAHA family and that the association’s immediate priority will be to convert this early momentum into meaningful opportunities, stronger industry relationships and long-term benefits for its members.

With its membership crossing 100 in just 27 days and its national leadership now strengthened, PTAHA is preparing for a broader phase of expansion across India.

The association aims to build a professional community where travel agents, hotels and tourism businesses can connect, collaborate, promote and grow together, while contributing collectively to a stronger and more organised Indian tourism industry.

About PTAHA

Professional Travel Agents and Hotels Association (PTAHA) is a Section 8 not-for-profit organisation representing professionals from India’s travel, tourism and hospitality sector.

PTAHA works towards professional networking, business promotion, education, industry engagement, trade-fair participation and creating growth opportunities for its members.

Website: www.ptaha.org.in

Email: ptahaindia@gmail.com

Contact: +91 78078 75757