Motherhood Club 4th Foundation Day Celebration

By Mukesh Bhatnagar

Journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step. And that one step makes all the difference. Ms Akta Sehgal Malhotra took one such step in 2019 to empower women through her Health Wealth & Happiness sessions and went on to bring a change in society. Her acumen in financial mentoring and passion to bring out the best in women, soon roped in three other women, and the birth of Motherhood Club took place. Ms Ila Pachauri, Monika Goel Dewan and Pooja Dixit became an integral part of the Club, and together they are illuminating the path for many, spreading sunshine all around.

Celebrating its 4th Foundation Day Anniversary on 25th February 2023 at the Shantiratn Foundation complex in Chattarpur, Delhi saw a galaxy of social workers, social influencers and change makers, engaged in bringing discernable change in the society.

The theme of the Function cum Cultural Evening was befitting the pristine objective of Motherhood Club - 'Illuminating the Path'.

21 persons were conferred with Award of Honour in Achievers Category with a memento, medal and gift hamper, for their exemplary, dedicated and selfless work for the betterment of society and 15 were honoured with Patron Award for their belief in Motherhood Club's social activities and other literary activities.

Their commitment, dedication and devotion for a cause, demonstrated what the change is all about and what it means. Change is not an event, it is a process. A continuous process that needs to be maintained consistently . Writing about the achievers individually, may take a good number of pages, suffice to say they are the path finders and an inspiration for all.

Akta Sehgal Malhotra and Ila Pachauri, the soul sisters, hosted the event with utmost precision and perfection. Little Vanya Malhotra gave a stunning performance followed by Chiraag Biswakarma, Neeraj Biswakarma and Mayank Kumar's melody dance performance. It was later learnt they belong to humble background and were mentored by Ms Madhu Sehgal. The star attraction of the event was Muskan who with her spectacular dance and play act brought tears to the audience and got a standing ovation. A product of the Shantiratn Foundation, a deaddiction camp, she not only got herself transformed but is illuminating the path of those who fell prey to addiction. She won the heart of everyone around and is an inspiration for misguided youth.

Dr Priya Kaul gave a pep-talk on the 'Power of Manifestation' while Ms Gurrit Kaur Sethi talked about the need and importance of emotional health.

To continue its campaign of 'Illuminating the Path' and encourage people's participation Motherhood Club placed 'Ummidon ki Gullak' towards voluntary contribution.

Motherhood places its gratitude for the immense love and blessings of all. The memorable event was widely covered by print and electronic media.

A heartfelt ode to MHC

By Swetha Sundar

MHC, you have turned four today. Such a success story you are, in every way. Be it contests, talk shows, motivational sessions or poetic evenings.

MHC houses superlative talent and is a club that enriches, entertains and awakens with musings.

Thursday Thoughts, Friday Funda, Mighty Monday, Wise Wednesdays each has a flavour new.

The Antarman anthology, Ummedon ka Indradhanush and the Cancer walks and social initiatives are added hues. The faces of MHC- Akta, Ila, Monica and Pooja are like sturdy pillars of the MHC foundation.

They bring to the table unity of purpose, groundedness, vision and abundant hope and determination.

The club has grown by leaps and bounds and thousands of new members have joined the family.

The MHC is like the Sun which radiates warmth, light and hope , this is the perfect simile.

The only wish for MHC is for it to spread its wings further and beyond more. And wishes and congratulations to the MHC team and family to become phenomenal and in the skies, continue to soar.

A heartfelt ode to MHC

By Mukesh Bhatnagar

It was my fortune to hear Ms Akta Sehgal Malhotra in an online program sometime in 2021 and she instantly touched a cord. Hesitantly, a little later I asked - Are the fathers too eligible in your club as a member?

That was it, I got inducted and soon realised that Motherhood Club not only represents what is ideal and good for Health Wealth and Happiness but is genuinely practicing it. Its 4th Annual Function and the very first off-line event gave a true picture of all that it stands for, works for and encourages those who are working for humanity.

Personally speaking, my 2-3 years association with it brought a sea change in my outlook towards life. Accept and Appreciate whatever is happening around and be happy. Only a happy and healthy person can think, and do good for others.

A heartfelt ode to MHC

By Suraksha Pruthi Khurana

I feel proud to be the part of Motherhoodclub. I had been invited in 'Open Mike', 'Kavi Sammelan ' many times. There is one live programme of story reading. I had the honour to read my story. I thoroughly enjoy all the activities of MHC and I am among regular participants.

Illaji hosted me for a programme "Journey of Motherhood". I am so thrilled to tell through this forum that I have been awarded with a trophy of 'Super Mom'. My family and myself are grateful for this wonderful appreciation. Motherhoodclub made me mom to Super Mom.

THANKS MHC.