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Goa, November 2024: Temple Connect, founded by Shri Giresh Kulkarni, had established a formidable partnership through an MoU with Goa’s Department of Tourism which is bolstered through its efforts by distributing “Temple Management – A Complete Handbook on Systematic Temple Management” to 600 temples across Goa. This initiative aims to further empower better spiritual experiences and temple trotting, along with showcasing the culture and heritage of Goa to the global audience in a new light. The distribution of this special edition book is a critical part of this broader initiative, to equip temples with smart management techniques, digitisation and showcasing them as both cultural and economic pillars.

Authored by Dr. Suresh Haware (former Chairman of the Shri Sai Baba Sansthan Trust, Shirdi), the book offers a comprehensive framework for temple management. It covers a wide range of topics, including resource optimization, infrastructure development, operational transparency, community engagement, restoration and preservation, and also incorporating new-age technologies. By addressing the administrative challenges that sacred sites face today, the book provides a modern approach to help temples function more efficiently – ensuring they remain sustainable in the long run.

Apart from this, Temple Connect also plans to include workshops and training sessions to introduce temple managers to advanced scientific management principles. These sessions, along with greater convenience and access to crucial information, will enable temple administrators to streamline operations. The exposure temples will receive through initiatives like the International Temples Convention and Expo (ITCx), will create new opportunities for knowledge sharing and collaboration – fostering greater connectivity and larger participation.

Shri Giresh Kulkarni, Founder of Temple Connect, said, “Temples hold immense cultural, spiritual, and economic significance, and through our collaboration with the Goa Tourism Board, we are ensuring they can harness their full potential as vibrant community centres. The strategies outlined in this handbook provide a clear roadmap for temple management practices, incorporating holistic approaches. Recognizing the pressing need for skilled manpower to manage these sacred sites, we plan to conduct workshops for temple managers – which will, in turn, lay the groundwork for a well-rounded experience for visitors.”

The distribution of these books comes at a crucial time as the Goa Tourism Board, led by Minister Rohan A. Khaunte, is positioning Goa as a premier spiritual destination. This endeavour to strengthen temple management ties into the state’s broader tourism strategy, which aims to attract not only traditional tourists but also spiritual seekers from across the globe. By improving the overall management and visitor experience at temples, the initiative is set to increase footfalls, attracting more devotees and tourists. This influx will, in turn, support local businesses, infrastructure, and cultural preservation efforts.

Temple Connect, together with the Goa Tourism Board, is paving the way for a brighter, well-managed, and economically prosperous future for Goa’s temples. Going forward, Temple Connect will launch many such initiatives, anticipating that the ripple effect of these improvements will foster a more robust spiritual tourism ecosystem in Goa.

07th November 24: With the onset of winter, Honasa Consumer has launched a new range of moisturizing products across its brands—Mamaearth, The Derma Co., Aqualogica, and Dr. Sheth’s for all skin types and concerns. This launch underscores Honasa’s strategy of catering to “Needs Differing by Skin Types, Seasons, and Special Occasions,” with a portfolio well-equipped to meet varied consumer demands. The new range also taps into rising demand, as moisturizing creams have grown more than 2X of the FMCG growth rate as per Nielsen highlighting the growing need for effective hydration solutions during colder months.

For consumers seeking the goodness of natural ingredients and toxin-free solutions, our flagship brand, Mamaearth, has launched two new Light Moisturizing Creams—Beetroot Hydraful and Vitamin C Daily Glow. These creams are lightweight, non-sticky, and safe for use on the face, hands, and body, with Made Safe Certification and dermatological testing ensuring quality and safety. For consumers seeking science-backed skincare, our active ingredients based brand, The Derma Co. has unveiled its Nia-Ceramide Deep Moisturizing Cream, combining powerful ingredients like niacinamide and ceramides to work effectively across all skin types, from dry to very oily.

Additionally, Dr. Sheth’s, with power of natural and active ingredients, has launched new moisturizing creams with Kesar Kojic Acid and Vitamin C & Ceramide, offering 48-hour hydration while targeting pigmentation for normal to combination skin. Completing the winter range, Aqualogica, skin hydration brand under the Honasa Portfolio has launched the new Milk Fluid Moisturizers in three variants and these come in playful popsicle-inspired packaging, delivering deep, 48-hour moisture without feeling heavy on the skin.

Ghazal Alagh, Chief Innovation Officer & Co-founder, Honasa Consumer Limited “We understand that skin needs special attention during winter, especially with India’s varied climate conditions. We at Honasa are focused on meeting the increasing consumer demand for hydration solutions by catering to diverse needs across skin types, seasons, and occasions. Our new moisturizer range across brands embodies this approach, with each product thoughtfully designed to provide effective, targeted care so consumers can find the perfect fit for their unique needs. With a commitment to sustainable and effective skincare, we are dedicated to serving all consumer types by delivering safe, high-quality solutions.”

The winter moisturizer lineup from Honasa Consumer will be available at leading retail outlets, e-commerce platforms, and the official websites of each brand. As the brand continues to grow its presence in the Indian personal care landscape, this launch reinforces Honasa’s dedication to providing well-rounded, skin-friendly solutions that resonate with the diverse needs of its consumers.