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News India Times 2 (August 16, 2025 - August 22, 2025) August 22, 2025 R Project ‘Life’, India, in collaboration with Life Global USA and Arham Yuva Seva Group marked a major milestone with the inauguration of its 101st Women Empowerment Training Program and distribution of Equipment/kits to 450 underprivileged women in Prabhu Nem Darbar, Junagadh, Gujarat. The event was blessed by the divine presence of Rashtrasant Param Gurudev Shree Namramuni Maharaj Saheb and virtually graced by Prime Sponsors Mrs. Rika & Mr. Manu Shah, founders of MS International and Sarva Mangal Family Trust, California USA . Since 2008, the Life Women Empowerment Program has transformed the lives of over 12,750 women across Gujarat State of Western India equipping them with livelihood skills and kits for economic independence - such as sewing & embroidery machines, and beauty kits. The 101st training program represents not just a number but a deep, sustained commitment to empowering India’s rural women. For more information click weblink https://youtu.be/JjMDlyGlB-Y The virtual presence of global supporters - including Mr. Amar Shah (Founder of Life Global, USA), Mr. Mayur & Mrs. Bina Sanghvi (Chair, Life Global UK), Mrs. Ila & Mr. Dipak Parekh, Texas (Donor, Project ‘Life’), Mr. Dilip Punatar (Life Global Texas), Mr. Ramesh Shah, California (Donor, Project ‘Life’), and Mr. Jasvant Doshi (President of Navnat Vanik Association of the UK) and many more brought global unity to this regional initiative. Dignitaries from India included Mr. Neerav Doshi, Vice President of MSI, Bengaluru, who represented Mrs. Rika & Mr. Manu Shah, Mr. Tejas Parmar (Municipal Commissioner, Junagadh), and Mr. Subodh Odedara (Superintendent of Police, Junagadh) and other prominent dignitaries graced the ceremony. Rushikesh Pandya, COO of Project ‘Life’, took the audience through the spiritual biography of Param Gurudev Shree, the extraordinary philanthropic association of Rika & Manu Shah, Founders of SMFT and MSI, California with Project 'Life', video of 47-year’s humanitarian journey of Project ‘Life’. A touching highlight was the live interaction with an underprivileged woman from Junagadh, whose journey from hardship to empowerment and self-reliance stood as a powerful testament to life-changing impact. In recognition of such inspiring transformations, seven remarkable women were honored with awards and certificate of appreciation. Meetal Koticha Shah, Joint Executive Trustee & CEO, Project ‘Life’ extended a warm welcome to all attendees, in person & virtually, setting the stage for an inspiring and memorable ceremony. Mr. Kirit Vassa, Joint Executive Trustee, Project ‘Life’ conveyed profound gratitude to the philanthropists for their continued support. Rashtrasant Param Gurudev Shree Namramuni Maharaj Saheb inspired attendees in his spiritual address, to practice Seva and Daatavyata - selfless service and giving - as pathways to lasting societal transformation. Gurudev Namramuni Maharaj Saheb, the youngest saint of the Gondal Gaccha and disciple of Tapsamrat Param Pujya Ratilalaji Maharajsaheb , is a revered spiritual leader and humanitarian who inspires youth worldwide. Blending scriptural wisdom with modern outreach, he leads transformative initiatives like the Arham Yuva Seva Group , guiding people toward compassion, service, and inner enrichment, earning the title Yuva Hriday Samrat, the King of Young Hearts. Mrs. Rika & Mr. Manu Shah shared their vision for the newly funded Women Empowerment Centre in Junagadh, which will serve thousands more in the years to come, reaffirming their family's long-standing commitment to India’s rural development. With the steadfast support of like-minded philanthropists and global charity organizations, the 101st Women Empowerment Training Program shines as a testament to collective goodwill and action. In its 47-year journey, Rajkot-based Project ‘Life’ has touched over 9.8 million lives through healthcare, education, empowerment, and relief for India’s underserved. From Blood to Greenfield, from Thalassaemia Prevention to Primary Education, from Health & Wellness to Women Empowerment. Learn more about Project ‘Life’ at www.999life.org Click the web link https://youtu.be/m_3VohGY5dc to watch the video. Shashikant Koticha, Managing Trustee, Project ‘Life’ expressed his gratitude to all the supporters, and thanked to all the participants for making the ceremony a grand success. The event concluded with the Mangalik by Param Gurudev, leaving all in attendance spiritually uplifted and united in the mission of empowerment. 101st Women Empowerment Training Programme and Kit Distribution with the Divine Blessings of Rashtrasant Param Gurudev Shree Namramuni Maharaj Saheb "I take this opportunity to congratulate Project 'Life' on the inauguration of its 101st Women Empowerment Training Programme, held with the divine blessings of Param Gurudev Shri Namramuni Maharaj Saheb, a remarkable milestone in the journey of uplifting lives and shaping brighter futures. What began as a humble initiative in Gujarat has grown into a global movement of empowerment, fuelled by the unwavering support of Indian communities in the USA, CANADA, UK, Australia, UAE, OMAN, and around the world." California Texas Joy of Sharing Padma Shri Dr. Sudhir Parikh Chairman,LifeGlobal,NJ,USA Global Head Quarters Partner Charities Saurashtra Medical & Educational Charitable Trust Indian Medical Scientific Research Foundation Ms. Meetal Koticha Shah Mr. Rushikesh Pandya +91 982 428 5868 savelife@999life.org www.999life.org Life Global (USA) California Chapter Dr. Bhanji Kundaria Life Global UK Life Global Canada Mr. Sunil Koticha +1 204 890 2084 skoticha@gmail.com www.lifeglobal.ca Life Global Australia +1 805 878 4165 bkundaria@gmail.com Mr. Amar Shah +1 201 819 3321 amarshah48@gmail.com www.lifeglobal.us Ms. Bina Sanghvi www.lifeglobal.org.uk +44 780 115 0338 info@lifeglobal.org.uk Dr. Dipti McGowan www.lifeglobal.org.au +61 755 510 412 info@lifeglobal.org.au Texas Chapter Mr. Dilip Punatar +1 614 440 4239 punatar@hotmail.com A Century and Beyond: 101st Women’s Empowerment Program Celebrated by Project ‘Life’, India and Life Global USA A remarkable milestone VIRTUALLY graced by the dignitaries from USA, UK & across the world