By Tricitynews
Chandigarh 24th
Mar, 2019:- Believing in the universality and
authenticity of the idea- 'Beauty lies in the eye of the beholder' GID Planners
initiated and organised ‘Samman Aaj Ki Zarurat -Women of Worth Awards', which
witnessed Chandigarh's first ever Spinal Injury survivor’s ramp walk and first
Ever Anthem Fashion Walk.
Keeping it different from conventional
forms of fashion shows, the walk witnessed six Spinal Injury
survivors' four of whom were from Chandigarh's Spinal Rehab , who presented
themselves stylishly on the ramp, on wheelchairs. This was done on not high
decibel music but a meaningful ‘Anthem’.
On the sidelines of the unique event, a
media interaction with the brave Spinal Injury survivors' was held. Kaushalya
Devi, Vidya Kumari & Seerat, an 8 year old girl were present in the press
meet. Nicky P Kaur - Founder, Chandigarh Spinal Rehab, Hemant Malik - Founder
& CEO of GID Planners , Rishi Khanna - Owner of The Safehouse the venue
partner of the event , Diksha Sachdeva - The Urban Biba (Blogger) also took
part in the press meet.
Hemant Malik, Founder GID Planners said
that the event was conceptualised three years ago when he visited
Chandigarh Spinal Rehab for the first time. He heard the survivors' stories
& they touched his heart, it's then that he decided to bring
these stories in front of people. Every year GID Planners celebrates Womanhood
in March, this is our third year and this time we are celebrating with these
women who have always fought with every situation.
According to Mrs. Nicky P Kaur, Founder,
Chandigarh Spinal Rehab that everyone has beauty, but not everyone sees it. She
want these strong willed ladies to be equated at par with able bodied
women and urge that they represent India at the same level as any
other international beauty pageant.
Dr. Renéé Maschke (Physical Medical
Rehab Specialist) from Germany came especially all the way for honouring the
Spinal Injury Survivors for their courage.
Kaushalya Devi, a Spinal Injury
Survivor shared the story of her life with media. She said that after the
spinal cord injury she was able to resurrect her life due to the love that she received
from her near and dear ones. She gradually developed confidence and realized
that outer beauty is not the only aspect that symbolises a woman. There are
more facets to a lady.
Vidya Kumari, another survivor said
that she believe, the trust she embody in herself has made her face life
squarely.
Dr. Renéé Maschke, (Physical Medical
Rehab Specialist) From Germany said that she always knew beauty is what we
store inside us and not the outside appearance and our dear ladies have proved
the same. She really appreciates this commendable work done by Hemant Malik
from GID Planners.
Rishi Khanna , Owner Safehouse the
venue partner of the event, said that we honoured these women of substance
during the event, as these ladies have presented real life stories, which
ensure that woman power is here to stay and that women need to be respected in
our society.
Diksha Sachdeva (The Urban Biba -
Fashion Blogger) said that a woman knows her worth and doesn’t
measure herself against other women but stands strong, calm and self confident.
The Spinal Injury survivors took the
ramp on their wheel chairs with élan on a heart touching Anthem by
Chandigarh Spinal Rehab. This new concept caught the attention of the entire
audience. The beauty embodied by the confident ladies on ramp was well
presented in the ethnic wear chosen to be worn. All the survivors were honoured
as an effort to celebrate the contribution of women to the society. For the
entertainment of the viewers and the guests, Sara Gurpal an actress cum singer
graced the event with her presence, an energetic and enthusiastic performance was
given by band D-Rugged Miracle By Rohan Batra & Shefalli Singh and a
Salsa Performance (By La Baila Vista) By Zeeshan set the stage
ablaze. Dream Palm Resort also supported the event.
