Deepastambha Charitable Trust

16/08/2026

⭐ Deepastambha – Weekly Activity Summary ⭐

🗓️ Date: Sunday, 16th August 2026
📍 Venue: Palkar School – Abhijat Education Society, Karvenagar, Pune
👤 Activity Manager: Anand Bangale

🔹 Session 1: Design Thinking & Nudge Theory Masterclass
👥 Participation: 4 DCT Members + 60+ CEP Students
👩 Expert Name :- Dr. Manawa Diwekar

* Introduced participants to the concept and process of Design Thinking and how it can be applied to approach problems differently. 💡

* Conducted a group-based problem-solving activity where participants explored different methodologies and developed creative ideas collaboratively. 🧠✨

🔹 Session 2: The Midlife Mirror
👥 Participation: 15 DCT Members
👦 Expert Name :- Mr. Shivaji Atre.

* An interactive session focused on self-awareness and reflection, exploring the 5 M’s of Midlife and the 3 Circles of Control. 🔄

* Participants engaged in a critical self-analysis exercise to identify what to accept and what to act upon in areas such as habits, relationships, health, and goals. 🌱

💭 Key Takeaway:
Midlife isn’t a crisis, it’s a checkpoint — a chance to realign our values with our actions and focus on what truly matters. ✨

DCT :- 9970704444

15/08/2026

🌿 Nature-Based Wastewater Treatment System 🌿

🇮🇳 Flag Hoisting & Inauguration Ceremony

Deepastambha Charitable Trust, in collaboration with Lemnion Green Solutions and PDEA Educational Organisation, participated in the Flag Hoisting & Inauguration Ceremony of the Nature-Based Wastewater Treatment System at Vidyaniketan Madhyamik School, Donaje.

The initiative is supported by Xoriant Solutions Pvt. Ltd. through its CSR efforts, with a focus on sustainable water management, wastewater reuse, and creating environmental awareness among students and the community. 🌱💧

📅 Date: 15th August 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
📍 Venue: Vidyaniketan Madhyamik School, Donaje

👥 DCT Members Present: Laxman, Nitin, Anushka, Gaurav & Rushikesh

Together, we take another meaningful step towards a greener and water-conscious future! 🌍💚

15/08/2026

⭐ Deepastambha's Annual Induction 2026-28 & 18th Anniversary Celebration Summary ⭐

🗓️ Date: Sunday, 9th August 2026
🕘 Time: 04:00 PM to 07:30 PM
📍 Venue: Bal Shikshan Mandir School, Kothrud, Pune
👥 Members Present: 43 DCT Members
👥 Induction Coordinators: Pawankumar Saini & Rushikesh Pokharkar

✅ Key Highlights:

* Began the 2026–28 journey with “Why Deepastambha?”, featuring experiences shared by three volunteers.
* Explored DCT’s culture, legacy, working systems, and legal & financial processes.
* Discussed Responsibility, Accountability, Authority & Ownership through an insightful leadership session.
* Heard experience-sharing from existing responsibility holders.
* Covered Ground Rules, Code of Conduct along with a briefing on the POSH Policy and Committee Members.
* Celebrated the contributions of the 2025–26 responsibility holders and welcomed the new 2026–28 team.
* 61 responsibilities were made available, with members stepping forward to take ownership of various roles.
* Concluded with cake cutting to celebrate 18 years of Deepastambha and the journey ahead. 🌱🎂

📞 DCT: 9970704444

14/08/2026

🇮🇳 Freedom in our hearts. Pride in our nation.

Not just a celebration, but a reminder of the responsibility that comes with it. Let’s honour the spirit of our nation and do our part in building a better India.

Happy Independence Day! 🇮🇳❤️

14/08/2026

11/08/2026

⭐ Deepastambha CEP Update: Empowering College Students for Society ⭐

🚑 CPR & First Aid Workshop: Partnered with Sangati Sanstha for a hands-on session led by Dr. Mandar Akkalkotkar, training 80 CEP college students and volunteers in life-saving CPR, choking management, and emergency response.

🚒 Fire Safety & Station Visit: 50+ CEP college students visited the Erandwane Fire Station for an interactive session on fire safety protocols, live hose demonstrations, and emergency preparedness.

👮 Police Station Exposure & Youth Safety: 70+ CEP college students (FC & Symbiosis) visited a local police station to understand station operations and attend an awareness session on POCSO laws, women’s safety, and drug prevention.

🤝 Together, through 2 hours weekly for society, we learn, serve, and protect!

📞 Contact Deepastambha: 9970704444

03/08/2026

⭐ Deepastambha's Weekly Activity Summary ⭐

✍️ Paper Bag Making, Bookmark and Flashcard making for specially abled students.

🗓️ Date: Saturday, 1st August 2026
🕘 Time: 04:30 PM to 06:00 PM
📍 Venue: Palkar School – Abhijat Education Society, Karvenagar, Pune
👥 Members Present: 11 DCT Members & 50+ CEP Students
👥 Activity Manager: Anand Bangale

✅ Activity Work Done:
* Prepared 110 flashcards for specially abled children to support their learning and skill development.
* Created 40 bookmarks to encourage reading habits among students.
* Made 40 paper bags with knots and 150 paper bags without knots as part of our environmental sustainability initiative.
* Completed all planned tasks successfully through teamwork, dedication, and active participation.

📞 DCT: 9970704444

29/07/2026

⭐ Deepastambha's Weekly Activity Summary ⭐

✍️ Study Material Preparation for Specially Abled Children & Paper Bag Making

🗓️ Date: Sunday, 26th July 2026
🕘 Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
📍 Venue: Palkar School – Abhijat Education Society, Karvenagar, Pune
👥 Members Present: 17 DCT Members & 50+ CEP Students
👥 Activity Manager: Anand Bangale

✅ Activity Work Done:
* Prepared 230 handmade study material sheets for specially abled children to support their learning journey.
* Made 120 paper bags with knots and 320 paper bags without knots as part of our sustainable initiatives.
* Worked collaboratively to ensure quality and timely completion of all assigned tasks.
* Successfully completed the planned activities through teamwork and active participation.

📞 DCT: 9970704444