Padmashri** Raman Gangakhedkar** has been at the forefront of India's battle with Covid-19. He was Head Scientist at the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and continues to work with the institute post retirement. Being a Punekar himself, he...

The Punekar Podcast

Raman Gangakhedkar Interview

A businessman and philanthropist, Sudhir Mehta is a multi-faceted man leading a large business and working to revitalise the city's business.

Sudhir Mehta on business, Pune and life in general

At a time when farmers' incomes were ravaged by lockdowns, Gorakh dada set up farmers' marketplaces and a complete ecosystem around it to secure their livelihoods.

How a marketplace saved farmers' livelihoods during COVID-19

A true-blue Punekar, Sameer Belvalkar is one of the best known photographers in Pune. A career spanning nearly two decades has seen him shoot for such films as Jodhaa Akbar, My Name is Khan and many more marquee projects. On this candid chat with...

Sameer Belvalkar on Photography, Life & Pune

On our inaugural episode of The Punekar Podcast, we're excited to speak with BJP MLA from Shivaji Nagar, Siddharth Shirole. As a young leader with a varied background and experiences, he brings a fresh perspective to what the city is, should be and how he's working to take it there. Being an engineer, businessman and now a youth leader, Siddharth's views are geared towards making Pune a better place and he shares how it can happen. Do let us know what you thought about the episode using our social presence below. We look forward to hearing from you about. The Punekar is Pune's favourite digital destination. Get the best about Pune from us wherever you are. Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Bazaar We would love to hear from you. You can email us at editor@thepunekar.com.

Siddharth Shirole on Pune and its future

Pune is a city that has grown, changed and evolved over the years. From being a Pensioners' Paradise to a student city to now being one of India's most important IT hubs and among the top 8 cities in India. The Punekar has been at the forefront of chronicling all the city's changes for the past 12 years. And we continue do evolve and offer many ways for Punekars to stay abreast of all that is happening in their city. The Punekar Podcast will be a weekly show featuring people who make a difference to the city. We ask them the tough questions, the fun questions and all the questions that help showcase their love for the city. Meet the city's politicians, businesspeople, artists, performers, and more.

hubhopper

The Punekar Podcast

hubhopper