[RECAP & ♿] "Memories of Surat Mega Meet-up" hosted by @Tejal & Conducted by Surat LGs - TravellerG

[TravellerG]

#1, Caption: Cover Photo - a group photo captured outside Natangi.

Dear All,

This post is ‘My Memories of the Surat Mega Meet-up’ hosted by @Tejal  (RECAP) under the guidance of our Connect Moderator @NareshDarji (RECAP). To me, the day was organised and managed by youngster LGs @Mukund_hirpara_ @Rushabh_Sindhav @Vijay_Bhadani  @chiragvankar  @Het_patel and a few others; of course, Sr LGs like @Kinjalchhaya were also present.

#2. Caption: (From top left:) Mukund, Rushabh, Vijay, (from bottom Left) Nikunj, Het, Keyur.

#3, Caption: The host & Some prominent LGs: Naresh Darji, Ashish Desai, Kinjal Chhaya, Chirag Sali, Tejal Chhaya (host), Dr. Yeshoda, LG Rosy Kohli, Shrutika Majarerkar.

After the Mumbai Meetup on the 3rd of March, I reached Surat on the 6th morning; with extremely helpful support from LGs Rushab, Het, Mukund, Vijay_Bhandani and a couple of others, I could explore Surat almost fully.

#4, Caption: The Locho from the Jalaram.

On the day of the meetup, I was picked up by our Het and reached the gathering point - Jalaram Tasty Locho & Rasawala Khaman (Review, Location - Locho was tasty; after our breakfast, we left for our first meetup point.

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#5, The Raw diamonds. (earlier caption was wrong - corrected by @Mukund_hirpara_ )

Roy Diamonds:

The demonstration at the diamond factory was very elaborate and informative; we even met the first-generation owner who started the business. We visited their polishing section also.

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#6, A group photo of Attendee LGs at Himanee Sarees

#7, Caption: The refreshment at Himanee.

The second was Himanee Fashions - (Review, Location)

Our visit was interesting; they did it in a family style of affectionate approach - felt very nice. We spent almost an hour during which they explained different aspects of fabrics; and at the end, we had some refreshments also.

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#8, Another group photo at Natangi

The next was the Gajiwala Saree (Natangi) -(Review, Location).

This visit also was very informative - here it was more of a marketing style approach - still, it was good. Right from raw material to the finished product - concept, design to sample, automated stock management (& online barcoding), etc were well explained.

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#9, Gujarati Thali at the start.

Then we rushed for lunch in Purohit Thali: (Review, Location).

Orthodox Gujarati Thali - unlimited food with different dishes and multi-layer serving! We all enjoyed the session.

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#10, Caption: A shot from the Surat Fort - there are hundreds of frames, here.

The last destination was Surat Caste: (Review, Location)

The renovated ‘Surat Castle’ was worth a destination to visit; though it was a rushy visit, it was very enjoyable.

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#11, Caption: (Left) Our @KashifMisidia who joined us for a video call; (and right) @ModNomad - India's top scorer in Google Maps with the highest points, crossing 12,00,000! - Also our Mouth Organ Master & Poet.

The formal session ended with a poem recital from Deepak B. Modgekar who is also the author of the poem (View his Poem …) 

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After the formal session, we had a photoshoot and chatting session, which was very enjoyable; here are a few shots...

#12, Caption: A selfie, clicked by our CM Naresh Darji Ji. 

#13, Caption: Another group shot, during the meetup.

Hope al the friends will tag the untagged attendees, please.

[TravellerG]

Hello dear Attendees,

Hope you enjoyed the RECAP above; kindly give your feedback,

Regards,

@Shrut19 @RosyKohli @ashishdesai24 @nikunjpatel 

[Ptrivedi]

Nice photography Great sir it butiful meet-up in Surat

We are waiting for next meetup see you soon sir

[HinalLad]

Wonderful recap of the surat meet-up. I wish I could join the meet-up. Very well organized by our youngsters Mukund,Rushabh, Nikunj,Het and others. 

[bhayani_naitik]

@TravellerG sir it was an unforgettable memories of our Mega Meet up... 😊

Happy to be part of it... 👍🙏

[KashifMisidia]

It's my dream to meet so many local guides together, and you guys did it.

I can just imagine how much fun was there when you all were together .

Not only my picture, but one day InshaAllah I will meet you all together in India, I hope soon 🙏

Thanks for inviting me to join such a great meetup @TravellerG 

[NareshDarji]

It was indeed a very memorable meetup and your presence was also very important. @TravellerG 

Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful recap post with us. 

[RosyKohli]

@TravellerG 

Wow well explain in details as I was reading again all memories came as flash back. 

Really well planned and executed meet up. 

Beautiful photos. Thanks 🙏 for  clicking our beautiful photos. 

[ModNomad]

@TravellerG Sir, You smashed that Surat Mega Meet-up report! It's like we hit the rewind button on an epic adventure – breakfast at Jalaram Khaman House was a taste explosion, and the diamond factory peek was like stepping into a glittering treasure trove! Huge shoutout for including accessibility details – you're a champion for everyone!

But the real gem of the meetup was sharing a room with you a night prior. Your wisdom, like a overflowing backpack full of travel knowledge, spilled over and inspired me to push further. You're a true leader, turning even my small wins into stepping stones for future conquests. Thanks a million, for putting me on the spotlight making me stand out of the crowd.👑

[Tushar_Suradkar]

Excellent recap @TravellerG 

Looks like you had a busy day with a crowd of local guides and loads of fun.

I hope you also remember the name of every attendee 😊