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An Interview with H.E Melba PriaThe Mexican Ambassador to India

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Kapil Sharma

Maxwell Pereira

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Just as the month of March heralded the onset of spring with the festival of colour called Holi, April continues to be another cheerful month when India goes into celebratory mode as it coincides with the Harvest festival. Whether it is Punjab celebrating Baisakhi; South India feasting on Vishu or North East enjoying Bihu, there is no excuse to hold back on partying or shopping or even just binging on a lip smacking variety of food because nothing unites India the way our festivals do.

It is not just that her name has that Indian ring to it but by her own admission she feels closely aligned to the culture and milieu of the country where she is posted. An interaction with Mexican Ambassador to India is our focus feature this month and it comes at a time when Mexico and India share increased business interests and very positive bilateral relations. H.E Melba Pria gives us a better understanding of this mutually beneficial relationship.

A smile costs nothing and makes the world a much better place. Comedy is one of the toughest genres to crack and comedians like Kapil Sharma deserve the title of ‘The King of Comedy’ for proving their flair for the art. Entrepreneur and media personality Bhuvan Lall has also been a part of the glitzy world of showbiz in India and in Hollywood and shares life lessons of hard work and determination in an interview with the magazine.

Sustainable development is the buzzword today and it is none other than Dr. Ajay Mathur of TERI who takes us through easy ways of promoting energy efficiency without undue wastage. In another article, top cop turned author Maxwell Pereira throws light on the sensational ‘Tandoor Murder’ that shook the country with its brutality while exposing the criminalization of politics.

A very special guest column on pets by dog lover, trainer and grooming expert Adnaan Ali is tells us how to select our first pet while the food column explores delicious ‘Fusion Food’ at the ‘Mecca’ of experimentation and innovation called ‘The Indian Accent’ in New Delhi.

B &ED travels to Rishikesh for an experience in ‘Rafting and Rebirth’ while cricketing legend Bishen Singh Bedi felicitates corporate and government cricketing heroes at a friendly match organized on 1st April by the Corporate Alliance Group & Delhi Police.

Moments of silence are reserved for Sridevi - India’s first female superstar who has left a remarkable legacy of talent and versatility and deserves a tribute from B &ED.

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1. Positive Vibes & Impassioned Diplomacy

2. King of Comedy & of Hearts

5. Thinking Cop

9. Espirit de Corps

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An interview with Mexican Ambassador H. E Melba Pria

An Interview with Kapil Sharma

4. Towards a Better Tomorrow

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An Interview with Dr. Ajay Mathur

An interaction with former top cop Maxwell Pereira about his book Tandoor Mystery

A cricket match with police top officials

6. Sridevi, India’s Female Superstar

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Sridevi Retrospective

7. Indian Food with an International Accent

8. Renaissance Hotels Convention Center ArtPage - 22

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3. No Business like Show Business

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An Interview with Bhuvan Lall

10. Rafting & Rebirth atRishikesh


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The Mexican Ambassador to India

Positive Vibes and Impassioned Diplomacy

H.E Melba Pria

B & ED: Please share some childhood memories from Mexico.

I was born in Mexico City, and was fortunate to grow up in a family that had strong female figures. My mother, my grandmother, my aunt, and my sister have all been strong and independent women. Each one of them had an important influence in my life. My family did not make any distinctions between me and my brothers, and that is my most cherished memory – of an environment that never limited me for being a girl.

B & ED: What are the highlights of your professional journey especially those related to your tenure in India?

I studied Sociology and International Relations at UNAM; National Security and Strategic Studies from the Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education, in Mexico; and went to Harvard for Master’s degrees in Public Policy and International Studies.

The highlight of my professional journey of over 40 years is that I have served Mexico in both public, as well as the

H.E Melba Pria, Mexican Ambassador to India, is a seasoned

diplomat who fulfils her professional responsibilities with flair and has also embraced the unique flavor of

India with equal aplomb.

In an exclusive interview with Business & Economic Diplomacy,

Ambassador Melba Pria comments on improved bilateral relations between India and Mexico, shares childhood

memories from Mexico and elaborates on her passion for environment which

is best symbolized in her unique mode of transport – the Indian Auto rickshaw! Here are excerpts from the

interaction.

private sectors – embracing political and developmental objectives addressing issues such as poverty, identity and tolerance, ethnically-differentiated and marginalized communities. Before I came to India as an Ambassador in April 2015, I was Mexico’s Ambassador to Indonesia for seven years.

I had travelled to India for many years as a tourist. It is colourful and multi-ethnic and reminds me a lot of Mexico. There is no one single highlight in my tenure here. It is a great country with numerous

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opportunities and possibilities, with a lot of work yet to be accomplished. This is what keeps me motivated in my job here.

B & ED: There are so many causes that you are passionate about. Tell us more about this side of your life?

Yes, supporting the causes that I believe in is very important for me. A clean environment for instance, is important for all of us – it is not a privilege for just a few individuals. I continually advocate for better policies for air quality management in Delhi, because we were able to accomplish it in Mexico. I have lived in Mexico City when it was at the peak of pollution, and now my city is Delhi. The continuous and strict implementation of better laws and improved gasoline, all made it possible for Mexico City to breathe better air. If Mexico could do it, there is no reason why Delhi can’t accomplish it.

Of course, promoting the art and culture of my country is an important aspect of my job. That is the reason I chose to use the autorickshaw to combine

the cause of environmental protection with the promotion of Mexican art. The yellow and orange flowers you see on my autorickshaw, are traditional Mexican motifs, commonly found in the textiles of Oaxaca. They have been painted by a Mexican street-artist, Senkoe. The Indian auto and the Mexican designs – what better way to connect my two homes!

Cancer awareness is most definitely a big personal commitment for me. I have endured the suffering and loss of loved ones due to cancer. It is a disease which has no cure yet. I run marathons to raise funds for this cause. Last year, the Embassy of Mexico celebrated the Mexican National Day by co-organising a half-marathon and charity run, in aid of CanSupport, and all the money raised was donated towards palliative care for cancer patients. I am an athlete. I love running, and running for a cause gives me the opportunity to remain focused and driven. I believe it is also a good way to ensure your friends and family are engaged with your projects and the causes that you care about.

My life’s mantra is “If you believe you can, then you will”.

B & ED: The bilateral trade and ties between India and Mexico are rapidly improving and a growing number of Indian companies are investing in Mexico. How do you ensure that such ties are constantly strengthened?

Mexico and India have a strong and active economic relationship. Mexico is the most important trade partner for India in Latin America. India is among the top 10 trading partners of Mexico. Mexico–India bilateral trade reached a new historic high in 2017 with a growth of 33% from the previous year. There are more Indian exports to Mexico than to countries like Canada, Indonesia, Australia, or Spain. Mexico is an oil producing country, and India is our 3rd largest oil buyer.

Mexico is the main investor of Latin America in India, with a presence of 12 successful Mexican companies and investment of over one billion dollars. For instance, Cinépolis is the world’s second largest movie theatre circuit, and currently operates 329 screens in India – its largest market outside Mexico. Children’s entertainment specialist, KidZania, which already has centers

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in Mumbai and Noida, has great plans for expansion in the South as well. The world’s largest baking company, Grupo Bimbo, has entered into a joint venture with leading brands like Harvest Gold, in which it will hold a 65% stake.

At present, Indian investment to Mexico is valued at 3 billion dollars, in companies such as HCL, Infosys, JK Tyres, Motherson Group, and Tata Consultancy Services, which has its largest distribution center outside India in Mexico.

We are constantly working towards strengthening our bilateral ties. Last month, we had the CEO of ProMexico, Paulo Carreño participating at the Economic Times Global Business Summit in New Delhi. He held meetings with representatives of the Motherson Group, which has 19 manufacturing plants in the auto parts sector in Mexico,

and about 18,500 employees, with the aim of addressing the company’s future expansion plans in Mexico. He also met the Minister of Commerce and Industry of India, Mr. Suresh Prabhu, and they reiterated the bonds of investment and trade between both our countries.

As Mexico steps up its engagement with India, more and more people are travelling to and from each country for business and for pleasure. Last year, Mexico proudly received 70,000 Indian nationals. We are confident that with our increasing engagement, and the great affinity between our two great nations, we will be able to multiply this number in the years to come.

B & ED: You are well known for using a three-wheeler as your official ambassadorial transport. What is

the idea behind it and how do people react?

Like I said before, the whole idea was to promote Mexico, spread environmental awareness, and at the same time connect with the Indian people.

I consider it one of the most efficient and least polluting mode of transportation in this crowded city. It is a vehicle that most Indians use daily for transportation.

Now it has been over two years since I started using it, and people have begun to recognize my autorickshaw. It is a fun, yet effective way to get the message across.

B & ED: And finally, Is there a story behind the name Pria which sounds so Indian?

Yes, I am “beloved” indeed!

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King of Comedy & of Hearts

Born in the city of Amritsar in Punjab, Kapil Sharma recalls growing up in a police colony as his father was a policeman. “It was a very safe and secure life in the police colony and I continue to have the highest respect for the Police force,” says this popular comedian who continues to prioritize entertaining the police and armed forces over anything else. “In fact I was a part of the NCC for most of my school life,” he says as he speaks about those childhood days that shaped his destiny. His early studies were in the PBN School in Amritsar where he also met co-star and friend Chandan Prabhakar who, says Kapil, became a good friend only much later in life as they worked together in Punjabi channels and later on national television. Kapil showed early flashes of stardom and his brilliant talent in singing, mimicry and comedy made him quite a favourite. But when asked if he was popular at school, Sharma says he was

‘shy’ by temperament. He also confesses that he always felt a bit of an ‘underdog’ at school. His real glory of course lay in his many talents as he reveals that he “was part of the School Band and played side drums”.It was this ability to be entertaining that set the stage for success and he participated in many youth festivals. “I especially enjoyed singing during Gurpurab and Janamashtami celebrations,” reveals Kapil Sharma whose journey from the police colony to the PBN School and to the SSB University in Chandigarh and finally to Hindu College was dominated by this talent which helped him make his foray on the small screen for some Punjabi channels. Harbouring dreams of making a singing and acting career, Kapil moved from Amritsar to Mumbai in the early 2000’s and also worked in theatre in Delhi. His real break happened when he

Kapil Sharma - the King of Comedy who has seen a steady rise in fame is not just a superstar but also an altruist who deserves the title of King of Hearts!

Kapil - the name itself can bring a smile to your face which is

hardly surprising considering he has managed to put the focus on comedy with his amazing run on

television. It is hard to imagine that this simple and unassuming young man from Amritsar who had to take up family responsibilities so early in life managed to make such an

amazing success of himself! B&ED met up with Kapil Sharma recently to find out more about this talented

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was selected during the auditions of ‘The Great Indian Laughter Challenge’ in 2007. His characteristic simplicity and innocence combined with that straight faced hilarity and a penchant for effortless relationship building with some of the biggest celebrities has been a winning combination. A natural comedian who possesses that unique combination of spontaneous wit and comic timing, his talent was rewarded when television viewers gave a big thumbs up to the comedy genre. There has been no looking back ever since and he went on to be a part of Comedy Circus and then on to the popular block buster show on Sony TV which made him quite a crowd favourite. This was also the time he hosted high profile events and as co-host for Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 6 with Maniesh Paul won much critical and popular acclaim. Most of us have enjoyed watching him share the stage with Bollywood biggies as he has hosted some of the most prestigious award shows. His classic self-depreciating humour which is full of rustic flavour makes him a crowd favourite everytime.

It was the launch of Comedy Nights with Kapil in 2013 that set the next stage of his success followed by the equally popular The Kapil Sharma Show which was much appreciated for giving ample screen time to his co- stars. He steadily climbed up the ladder of success as he made his Bollywood debut with Abbas-Mustan’s ‘ Kis Kis Ko Pyar Karun’ and his second silver screen outing ‘Firangi.’ Starting 2018, Kapil Sharma is on to his latest innings with “Family Time with Kapil Sharma” which is all set to win

hearts all over again. Known to be highly spiritual with his heart in the right place, he is not just a sterling example of hardwork and passion but has repeatedly upheld qualities of filial love, cleanliness and animal rights. He speaks passionately about animal rights and promoted adoption of homeless cats and dogs, even adopting a retired police dog. Kapil has also been actively involved in the PM’s Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and other social causes.

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No Business like

SHOW BUSINESSCreative Entrepreneur, filmmaker & Author Bhuvan Lall has been an integral part of the hurly burly of show business for over two & a half decades. It is this understanding of the global media & entertainment sector that he shares with Business & Economic Diplomacy along with

some valuable life lessons.

Lall wears his experience on his sleeve and even as he describes the glittery world of Hollywood, the phrase “Been there; done that” comes to mind. He tells us how he has experienced many facets of film making in his stints in India and abroad and how he continues to be an enthusiastic filmmaker and script-writer who loves his research and is understandably proud of his heritage and legacy. Discussing his family history which goes back 300 years, Lall says he has been able to develop and combine this vision with his understanding of history as well as spirituality to create marketable and saleable cinema. Even though his dream project on ‘Buddha’ is still to materialize, he has been able to put together his understanding of Indian history and polity to good use in many formats.

He recently realized his dream of immortalizing the sacrifice and valour of Subhash Chandra Bose when he launched his book on Netaji on 23rd Jan 2017. Recalling how his father was disappointed to see Richard Attenborough’s magnum opus Gandhi and notice the absence of Subhash Chandra Bose, he recalls promising to himself that he will showcase Bose’s heroism in a book. Bhuvan Lall completed his educational and professional degrees in India but has dabbled in many areas of media and communication all over the world. A professionally trained filmmaker with a Masters degree in Mass Communication (film, television & radio production) from Jamia Mass Communication Research Center, New Delhi, he also studied Film, Broadcasting & Animation at the UCLA Extension


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program.He has produced the critically acclaimed feature film Chittagong (2012), an international reality TV show – Chance of a Lifetime (2013), many award winning documentaries, global music concerts & India’s finest animation movie – Ramayana the Epic (2010) at various stages of his career. Formerly president of the Spice Group for 6 years, he has also established the Indian Broadcasting Foundation and created multiple global events that were hugely appreciated. A member of the Government of India’s Planning Commission’s working groups, Bhuvan Lall was invited to be on the Jury at international film festivals including Annecy, elected member of the International Emmy awards council, held board positions in entertainment companies, chaired industry trade associations, was selected as the Indian representative of the world’s largest TV trade body NATPE & initiated a not for profit global environmental organization in India. In fact, he continues to be in an advisory capacity for the National Film Development Corporation & the International Film Festival of India in Goa & consults for the top Indian chambers of commerce CII & FICCI.Besides being a frequent speaker at media conferences worldwide, Lall has presented technology papers at broadcast engineering seminars & represented broadcasting hardware manufacturers in India. As a writer, Bhuvan Lall was the Indian correspondent of Screen International for 13 years, & has just finished writing his first novel. From attending awards ceremonies to hosting them to writing scripts in Hollywood he has done it all and even today his company Lall Entertainment

is committed to what he terms, “Global content with an Indian Soul!” Ask him the reason for his versatility and success and Bhuvan Lall believes it has something to do with being at the right place at the right time! He always believed his destination was Hollywood as he recalls those college days when he wore his ambition on his sleeve. He has many interesting snippets to share, about being associated with Vijay and Ashok Amritraj during his days of events and film productions and how he organized a James Bond retrospective at the International Film Festival at really short notice! Whatever the media requirement, Lall managed to fulfil it perfectly, due in no small measure to his ability to visualize original concepts with the art of telling great stories.

He shares some of his life lessons when he says, “Just as ‘Gyan’ and ‘Vigyan’ need to be judiciously mixed, so also, the art of storytelling with some logic” and this is the reason he wants to continue bringing amazing stories about India to the world. His exposure to Hollywood and his roots in India have contributed to his keen understanding of cinema as he summarizes his learning with three dictums: “Writing is important; script is important; Editing is critical!” His love for Delhi is pure and unbridled as he waxes eloquent about the ‘purani dilli ki galiyan’ (the lanes and bylanes of old delhi), ‘dilli ki sardi’ (the famous Delhi winters) and the delectable kebabs and biryanis. There is much more that Bhuvan Lall wants to do and the world seems to be his oyster!

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Business & Economic Diplomacy talks to Dr. Ajay Mathur, Director General of TERI and a member of the Prime Minister’s Council on Climate Change to learn about energy

efficient ways for sustainable development.

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“When I am not busy at work, I spend time at my farm in UP where we

have a solar powered pump and have not only grown rice and wheat but even experimented with bananas thus encouraging best practices,”

says Dr. Ajay Mathur. If you want to know just how committed he is to

the cause of sustainability, then the above comment about how he even

spends his leisure time devising sustainable solutions is proof of his

deep commitment to energy efficiency in daily life.

Dr. Ajay Mathur has an impressive resume that speaks of his specialization in an area that is gaining much interest all over the world. Before taking charge of TERI, Dr. Mathur was Director General of the Bureau of Energy Efficiency in the Government of India from 2006 till February, 2016. He was, in fact, responsible for bringing energy efficiency into our homes, offices, and factories, through initiatives such as the star labelling programme for appliances, the Energy

Conservation Building Code, and the Perform, Achieve and Trade programme for energy-intensive industries. As Dr. Mathur explains the presence of those Stars on our refrigerators and air conditioners and how the LED bulbs became a popular and more efficient alternative, it is clear how much times have progressed and citizens are far more openly acknowledging the need for energy efficiency in their daily lives. Dr. Mathur has also had an earlier tenure at TERI between 1986

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and 2000, when he headed the Climate Change Team of World Bank in Washington DC followed by a stint as President of Suzlon Energy Limited. A key Indian climate-change negotiator, Mathur was also the Indian spokesperson at the 2015 climate negotiations at Paris. An acknowledged global leader on technological approaches to address climate change, he is co-chair of the Energy Transitions Commission, a global group of industrial, financial and think-tank leaders focusing on strategies for companies and countries to move towards climate-friendly energy futures. He also headed the interim Secretariat of the Green Climate Fund .

As Dr. Mathur elaborates on his World Bank stint with the Climate Change team, he explains the manner in which these so called diverse areas converge. Since the bank funds projects in agricultural areas, it does become critical for them to understand the how and when of the weather and the rains since it is linked with the yield. Mathur also emphasizes that, “ Continuity is important as the key thing is enabling change”. He believes it is a mindset change whether it is the industry or the consumer. The focus is on keeping the product sustainable with the same output but with less waste and less resources, says Dr. Ajay.

• Why on earth should I do it any other way? Dr Mathur says the tough task is about convincing people that they are better off with the new initiatives through describable benefits – Eg : the cooling is better with the energy efficient air-conditioner or there is more produce from the soil through best practices!

• He also cautions that initially the cost may be more and this is why public policy plays a great role. Because if public policy supports the initiative then the cost can steadily decline and it becomes viable for more people.

• He also speaks about the institutional challenges that are about the details like, who will do it? What’s the best value? Here the Government procurement must not compromise on the specifications in the long term and take into account the operational and maintenance advantages.

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When asked if the sustainable solutions turns out to be more expensive, he

answers with a ‘Yes’ and a ‘No’. “When you are saving the environment

and using new technologies, it costs more at the stage of introduction”. And yet he believes that much like

the ‘LED’ example, if you are smart and you procure millions of bulbs, it

becomes more competitive. It is about technology and conditions that defines

sustainability, he reiterates.

Dr. Ajay also emphasizes on the part played by TERI – The Energy & Resources Institute in providing a continuous source of new ideas and options that will allow more conversations and that will get ideas out through the use of social media. As far as his personal goals are concerned, Dr. Ajay Mathur wants to exercise more and spend more time with family even as he recalls how much there is to see in the world. “I do enjoy those exclusive holidays with my wife for 1-2 weeks every year when we go to someplace new like when we travelled to Russia and China and travelled by train and our visit to Peru and Machu Picchu and the Andaman islands”.

When asked about the major challenges in this initiative,

he says it is the need to change the mindset and lists

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The Thinking CopFormer Joint Commissioner of Police, Maxwell Pereira who has recently released

“Tandoor Mystery” - a book that lays bare the truth about the infamous Tandoor murder case, shares some interesting facts about his life in an exclusive interaction with Business

& Economic Diplomacy.

Top Cop Maxwell Pereira, retired as the Joint Police Commissioner in Delhi in the year 2003-2004.

This “High Profile Cop” of the Delhi Police, has nine national and four regional awards making him

one of the most highly decorated police officers in India. A thoroughbred field officer with a reputation

for taking the bull by the horns, he received the Indian Police Medal for Gallantry (1979), the Police

Medal for Meritorious Services (1987) and the President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Services

(1995). Known for his no-nonsense approach to curbing anti-social elements and rioters and for

bringing order to chaotic conditions on city roads in Delhi, he has served in various capacities,

specialising in criminology, administration, police community relations, traffic management/road

safety, and the management of public offices, productivity and personnel.

B & ED: Please share the highlights of your association with the police force.I joined the Delhi Police in 1970. After an institutional training and serving in Delhi Police for five years till 1975, I went to Sikkim on promotion as its first SP specially selected by the MHA - after Sikkim’s merger with India. I did some pioneering work there for four years creating a new police force and laying down some fundamentals. I was back to Delhi in 1980 till 1987 during which time as DCP North & DCP South

I won kudos for the work done during the 1984 Sikh Riots of 1984 as I was the only officer who controlled the violence and opened fire to save Sikh lives and was commended by every Commission of Inquiry looking into the cause of and lapses during these riots. In 1985 I was shifted to South Delhi and succeeded in controlling the petrol pump, wine shops and bank robberies notorious in the area, and introducing new standards of field policing. I also succeeded in arresting the revenge

killings of leaders/miscreants named guilty for the riots in the PUCL/ PUDR reports.I was posted to Mizoram in 1987 immediately after Rajiv Gandhi’s accord with the Mizo National Front and the volatile period that followed with Laldenga as the Chief Minister.I returned to Delhi in 1989 as Delhi’s Traffic Chief for the next four and half years and won fame for the efforts put in to control the chaotic traffic conditions in Delhi. I was also lauded immensely


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in the media for the innovative traffic schemes introduced and found a place in the hearts of the people of Delhi for the improvement in traffic movement through the city including the India Gate circulation introduced by me in 1992.I was promoted as Addl Commissioner (New Delhi ) in 1994 and was noticed for my personal investigative and supervisory contributions in the investigation of the Tandoor Murder of 1995 among innumerable other cases. In 1997 I went to Pondicherry as its Chief of Police for the next year and spent an enjoyable tenure of three years of satisfying policing with ample intellectual stimulation in this Southern state / Union Territory).This tenure was also memorable for winning a scholarship from the French Government for research in French Colonial Policing in India. As a result, I spent most of the year 2000 in France researching in Paris, Aix en Provence, Nante, and other cities. I returned to India on promotion as Joint Commissioner Traffic at the end of 2000 and was again back to Delhi, before my last posting as Joint Commissioner Range (New Delhi ) before retiring from service at the end of year 2004.

B & ED: What were the challenges of being an honest cop in the high profile case that is the basis of the book?The life of a policeman is rather challenging – just like it is for any sincere worker in any profession. Having said that, I like to believe that one’s reputation travels before him - and consequently I have faced no pressures or challenges in my work life that I could not control or overcome. It is another matter that those who could not cow down my spirit may have often tried to harm me through false complaints, enquiries and other matters to make my life more miserable than it already was - but then in the end it has always turned out to be like water on a duck’s back.

B & ED: How difficult and tedious was the task of putting together a book on a case that has already attracted so much attention? The book is the result of notes I recorded and wrote over the two years of 1995-1996 at the instance of Penguin - a major publisher, but ended up holding back for the next 18 long years till the final verdict in the Supreme Court – purely in the interest of successful prosecution and especially for fear of the accused possibly using my writings in his defense to his advantage by introducing elements of doubt or claims of procedural lapses. The Tandoor Murder was an unusual investigation - with an unusual and totally new and unheard of plot in executing the crime. The country-wide search for the accused; his varied attempts to evade arrest, change of appearance, the chicanery and machinations, not losing a single opportunity for alibi and

creating a defence; the hurdles and difficulties encountered by the investigators and police in general; the numerous set backs for the police in the initial stages (botched up post mortem warranting DNA finger-printing and skull-superimposition test for establishing identity of victim; media red-herrings and avoidable interference, granting of anticipatory bail in Chennai); intrigues galore during the 8 and half years for trial, and another 10 years for appeals in superior courts; attempts of so-called legal luminaries and busy-body’s to implead for sheer nuisance value; worse, the court-intrigues (disappearance of files, and crucial exhibits) plus the intrigues of the presiding authority of the judiciary, The accused being a high profile functionary in the ruling party set up, the political ramifications were no less sensational ostensibly needing intervention at the nation’s highest officialdom (the PM, the HM, the Home Secy, the Intelligence services etc) mostly generating innumerable stories and farcical interludes for the hungry media as well. Midst all the drama, the police did not stray from the path of correctness in adhering to the procedures and requirements ensuring the highest standards of investigation.And finally, the Tandoor Murder generated nationwide debates and editorials among the millieu on Criminalization of Politics providing the opposition a convenient platform for their campaign against the ruling establishment in the country’s next general elections of 1996.

B & ED: What has been the feedback to the book? Are you

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gratified by the response?I knew that the public would be curious to know more on the Tandoor Murder - despite the fact that there could be nothing more than what had already appeared in the media over the last 22 years. And yet I never imagined the kind of public response the book has generated which is gratifying to me and very satisfying to the publishers.Among the questions I was asked earlier the most repeated were the likes of.....“Can’t help asking this but your flair for language is too amazing. I had assumed it would be quite a factual book, with all the incidents written matter-of-factly in a certain order and method. I didn’t expect it to be a literary piece of classic so literally nice too. Were you always into writing? My answer: Thank you for the compliments on my language. Perhaps I can’t take all the credit - those responsible for my upbringing played a big role; and it is possible my editors slashed my text in the right places.And, “Couldn’t help notice your fearlessness to speak your mind; alongside the effortless humour in your writing too. That is rare even for those writing fiction. But you manage to add in all the elements that makes reading

really interesting. You want to elaborate on that?” In other feedback received, many were curious to know how come despite the quantum already in the media, did I manage to make it an ‘unputdownable’ page turner; and many more are wondering at the standard of language that is rare to come by.In the book I have struggled hard not to compromise on facts - especially since it is a work of non-fiction. Having ensured that, it is also true that I enjoy writing and reading, and have been somewhat of a creative writer most of my life - at least for the better part of it. My forte being humour and human interest, I do believe there are innumerable people whose writings are better than mine and I envy them for their gift of expression. From feedback received, people loved my ‘Middles’ in the ‘80s and ‘90s in most major national dailies - till the Middles column was scrapped by most of the national dailies for reasons unknown. I continue to dabble in creative writing in the few that continue publishing ‘middles’. For better or for worse I always cultivated the habit of writing my daily diary; and enlarged it to crucial notes in matters that interested me. In the

Tandoor matter, my diaries and notes were of tremendous help. Plus, from day one I had collected over the years 2000 and more news clippings so as to be sure I didn’t go wrong on facts, or sequentially and chronologically at any stage of the investigation or trial.

B & ED: What are your future plans? Are there any life lessons that you want to share with us? No other profession gives you as much opportunity to help others, it is said, as the police profession. Though I retired 14 long years ago, the requests for help in distress situations is unabating. I try to do what I can to help. Even as a much retired ‘has been’ who is being constantly told by loved ones and well-wishers that I need to act my age and reduce my pace, it is not really easy. I am trying. But there is so much to do; so much unfinished work! Among them, still a few unfinished manuscripts which I hope will see the light of day soon. Even so, I am not in a hurry. I travel a lot, warranted because of my three children and grandchildren scattered across the world. In between if I get some time, I devote that to my unfinished work.


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SrideviIndia’s Female Superstar

Born on August 13, 1963 in Sivakasi, Tamil Nadu, India, Sridevi grew up speaking Telugu and Tamil. She started her career in 1967 as a child artiste in a Tamil movie ‘Kandhan Karunai’ and also starred as a child actress in a Telugu movie ‘Bangarakka’ in 1977, and in a Malyalam movie ‘Kumara Sambhavan’ in 1969.It was in 1975 that she made her foray into Hindi cinema when she played the

A complete natural in front of the camera, Sri seemed to have been born to act. And she

started very young – at the tender age of four to be precise. It is ironical that she completed a glorious 50 years of

Indian cinema when she met a tragic end that

plummeted her fans into a sea of grief!

I remember watching the film ‘English-Vinglish’ in 2012 and wondering why someone as talented and versatile as Sridevi quit

films after marriage.

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younger sister of the lead actress in the smash-hit ‘Julie’. She appeared in 63 movies in Hindi; 62 in Telugu; 58 in Tamil; and 21 in Malyalam - in a career that has spanned 1967 to 2007.Sridevi could not speak Hindi when she stepped into the Hindi film industry. She dubbed her dialogues for the first time in Chandni (1989).Sridevi had a strong onscreen chemistry with Kamal Hasan in Tamil films from 1977-1983 and then with Jeetendra in Hindi Films from 1983-1988. She had four hits with Rajesh Khanna and then from late 80’s till 1996 her pairing with Anil Kapoor was popular but she was a superstar all over India, thanks to Tamil films’ remakes in Hindi in 1983-1990 which were produced and directed by the same team which had made the southern version first and in these films she was cast opposite Rajesh Khanna or Jeetendra. Sridevi was the highest paid Hindi actress from 1985-1992 and the 2nd highest paid Hindi actress from 1993-1996. It is said that Sridevi was even offered a role in “Jurassic Park” by Steven Spielberg. She refused because it wasn’t a starring role and it would have meant taking a hiatus from Bollywood at a time when she was at the peak of her career.

Sridevi went on to get married to her co-star, Anil Kapoor’s older brother, Boney, on June 2, 1996 and after a long hiatus, made a comeback to films with “English Vinglish” in 2012.

She passed away at the age of 54 on 24 February 2018 during her stay at the hotel Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai UAE.

Photo credits: www.freeinfopedia.com

Photo credits: www.freeinfopedia.com

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Indian Food with an

International AccentThe ‘Indian Accent’ is a fine dine restaurant that is in New Delhi, London and New

York. A hot property where you cannot even dream of getting a table without a reservation, this up market restaurant is winning rave reviews from gourmands and

restaurateurs alike.

It was on a Saturday afternoon that we dined at Indian Accent which is now located inside the Lodhi Hotel where they have recently moved. We chose to be seated in the beautiful ambience of a glass hut built charmingly over water. Even though the sun’s rays generously streamed in, there was something soothing and calm not just about the place and the food but also about the professional and unobtrusive service which allowed us to have our conversations while savouring the food. Since we had opted for the Chef’s tasting menu, it was relaxing to just sit back and savour the many courses that continued

to surprise and delight us in turns. The deconstructed ‘tikki chaat’ (potato cutlets with dressing) followed by the ‘puchkas’ (dumplings) that sat over five different flavours were quite an engaging start and the enthusiasm kept riding high as course after course of Indian food was thoughtfully presented and was packed in flavour despite the stylized presentation and the technique of deconstruction. From the ‘shorba’ (soup) to the mini ‘naans’ (breads) to the duck cornet and the baked fish and even the innovative palate cleansers which were served in a tiny pressure cooker, there was much to

appreciate in the detailing and the taste. The highlight for me was the absolutely delightful main course where I opted for crab which was juicy and served with caviar sprinkled over it and paired with crispy beans and tamarind rice. The portions were small yet hearty and accompanied with the quintessential ‘dal makhani’ and the wasabi flavoured ‘raita’ with mini naans in various interesting flavours, it was perfection on a platter. I also loved the dessert presentation of ‘daulat ki chaat’ with the rose petal chiki and carrot pudding as much as the after meal goodies served on a ‘charpoy’ (bed).


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Chef Manish Mehrotra has not just enhanced the look and feel of a

typical Indian meal but has taken it a couple of notches higher by

retaining authenticity and adding that ‘swag’

or ‘style’ that makes it internationally appealing while

retaining its Indian soul.

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Convention Center ArtRenaissance Hotels

Convenience, Comfort and Luxury at the Renaissance Mumbai Convention

Centre Hotel

Nestled amidst 15 acres of lush greenery and perched on the banks of the glistening Powai Lake, Renaissance Mumbai Convention Centre Hotel is a part of Marriott India’s largest multi-dimensional lifestyle complex in the heart of the city Mumbai. The sprawling property is synonymous with an idyllic landscape, a soothing ambience and luxurious service. Situated in a serene corner away from the hustle and bustle of the city but also within short distance from Mumbai’s domestic and international airports, Renaissance Mumbai is ideal for the global traveler. Renaissance view


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Offering an assortment of 600 luxury rooms and suites for a guest to choose from, combined with varied dining options, expansive convention facilities, pool, gym and a brand new Quan spa, Renaissance Mumbai delivers an outstanding and unmatched experience in luxury hospitality. Within the same vicinity, the property houses Lakeside Chalet – Mumbai, Marriott Executive Apartments, a special service apartment for guests staying for long periods. The property promises to whisk you away from the hustle of urban city life within city limits. The hotel also offers an expansive spread of 130,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor convention space. The 17 meeting rooms, capable to be equipped with latest audio-visual technology are perfect for a business meeting, conference or small events. The Grand Ballroom can do justice to the grandest of events. Discerning business travelers will love the exclusive and feature-rich city’s largest Executive Club Lounge with a total

area of 12,500 sq. ft., which includes a lot of features to make any guests’ stay a truly memorable one. The Renaissance terrace and the garden make for great outdoor venues offering the serene view of the lake.

According to Mr. Nicholas Dumbell, General Manager, Renaissance Mumbai & Lakeside Chalet – Mumbai, Marriott Executive Apartments, “Today’s travelers deserve the refinement of top class hospitality as well as exciting and valuable new services to smooth the way to effortless journeys. Whether it is a business, leisure, family, couple or a single lady traveler, the hotel considers it as an added responsibility to its guests to ensure that each staff upholds stringent quality standards and deliver an outstanding degree of product as well as service. It is our endeavor to give attention to details to make every guest’s stay immensely pleasurable.”

Executive Lounge

Grand Ballroom

Quan Spa

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ESPRIT de CORPS A friendly cricket match between

Delhi Police Officers’ XI and Corporate Flyers Invitational XI on 1st of April 2018 at Modern School Barakhamba

Road was an enjoyable outdoor outing that was played in the true spirit of

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There is no better way than a game of cricket on a Sunday to create the mood of camaraderie and bring people closer. The match was jointly organized by Corporate Alliance Group and Delhi Police to mark three decades of an excellent partnership between the two bodies towards various charitable and public interest initiatives and turned out to be a huge hit. The two teams saw great participation from the ‘who’s who’ of the city. Delhi Police Team had mid level to higher ranking officials, led by Mr. P K Bhardwaj (IPS), Commissioner Immigration. On the other hand, Corporate Flyers team had corporate head honchos playing against a dare devil Delhi Police team under the able captainship of Mr. Anshu Budhraja, CEO, Amway India. Mr. Anurag Thakur, Honorable Member of Parliament, played his innings successfully by showing his vintage skills with his Batting and very economical Bowling. Sunday morning began with an early toss which was won by Corporate Flyers Invitational XI, deciding to bat first. An excellent array of Indian beverages kept the players refreshed as they put in their heart and soul and fought it out really well on the pitch for each run and wicket thus showcasing a splendid sport. The passion and sportsmanship was clearly visible in both the teams which saw a great deal of cheering and applauding by the families and the spouses even as one heard some amazing commentaries.

Man of the Match MR. HARWESHWAR SWAMY (IPS)Best Batsman MR. PANKAJ KUMAR SINGH (IPS)Best Bowler MR. KARTIK KUMRIABest Fielder MR. RAKESH RANJAN

Tokens of Encouragement were presented to Mr. R P Upadhyay (IPS) and Mr. P K Bhardwaj (IPS), for their invaluable contribution and commitment towards cricket and thus an amazing sport Sunday was wrapped up with a great deal of positivity and a hearty luncheon.

The match was finally won by Corporate flyers Invitational XI by 19 runs and the teams’ felicitations was done by none other than the legendary Bhishen Singh Bedi, who was also the Guest of Honour for the day.

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At RishikeshRAFTING & REBIRTH

by Meenakshi Sharma

Rishikesh and Haridwar have long been synonymous with pilgrimages and for decades, people have thronged to pray at the banks of the holy Ganga. Lately,

executives and adventure lovers have been equally drawn by the powerful rapids, mountainous topography and natural beauty to establish this as a cherished

destination for Rafting, Rappelling and Trekking.

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Like many before me, I was certainly fascinated by the myths and legends surrounding the myriad charms of the versatile Ganga; and the added privilege of witnessing the festivities around the Maha Kumbh Mela urged me to take up an impulsive albeit rewarding decision to visit the holy city of Rishikesh over the weekend. Since this was an unplanned visit, we were neither able to get the Haridwar nor the Dehradun Shatabadi tickets, unarguably the most comfortable travel option; and for lack of choices boarded an overnight A/C bus to Haridwar and Rishikesh. After a spate of confusion, made worse by a breakdown, we finally left Delhi at midnight, and were woken unbelievably at the unearthly hour of 2 am for dinner near Meerut. The night itself was unnaturally lively since passengers in the front of the bus played Antakashri all night while a group of Europeans kept us entertained discussing the travails of travelling in India. Little wonder that we arrived in a harried state at our destination very early on a Saturday morning.

The cool mountain breeze was a soothing balm and we felt remarkably fresh as our Bolero began its uphill journey towards our destination at Shivpuri - the campsite where we planned to stay for one night and two days. We thoroughly enjoyed the breathtaking views even though the beauty was intermittently broken by the white dust flying on the roads due to heavy construction activity. Nevertheless, the picturesque views kept us busy for 20 minutes till the Bolero halted at a surprisingly sharp turn on the edge of the precipice, so to speak. I wondered what went wrong till the driver announced that we had arrived and that this place heralded the arrival of Ganga Beach No 10. Located between Shivpuri and Byasi on the Rishikesh Badrinath Highway, the beach was a picture of serenity and calm as we looked down, deep down in trepidation. Encouraged by the comforting instructions of our driver Ranaji, we shook out of our stupor and with our rucksacks securely behind us, made our way gingerly down the roughly cut hill side.

Approximately 150 careful steps later, we approached the vision I had been

imagining for days but which was more charming than I could even

dream of!

As the mighty Ganga flowed with tranquility, strong undercurrents and rapids were clearly visible. Right there I felt such a strong surge of reverence for the holy river that I could identify with the time honored tradition that beckons all the faithful to bathe in its holy waters to wash off sins & transgressions which we may have knowingly or unknowingly incurred. I could well understand that these surging waters could renew and reform even the worst offenders. Drawn by the gushing waters and the clear white sands, we spent time on the massive river banks excitedly collecting alabaster smooth stones even as we were mindful of warnings that we should not get into the water without life jackets! It was not until the rays of the sun brightened considerably that

Off to Shivpuri

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we were reminded that we needed to unpack and settle down in our assigned tents. The quaint tents and other facilities provided by the Alpine Star Rafting Camp were basic and yet quite comfortable. Without electricity and the comforts of modern toilets, it does its own bit in maintaining the fragile ecology of this state and is an environment friendly eco-resort. We were introduced to Neeraj, Manjul, Dixit and the rest of the team who were all dynamic professionals, whose love for adventure and nature made them a part of this grand venture.After a sumptuous breakfast of puri-bhaji combined with a continental spread, we proceeded to the river bank for beginner’s lessons in rafting. Even while we were donning the life jackets and helmets, I was unsure whether I was upto the extreme challenge, when Niraj urged us to enter the waters. While I preferred to watch the air being pumped into the raft that bobbed up and down invitingly, I was gently nudged into the water. I gasped in surprise at the icy chillness of the Ganga because with the sun shining so brightly overhead, I

was taken aback at how cold the river was - a sharp reminder that these waters descend from the Gangotri glaciers and are indeed melted snow. With the initiation by water complete, we took our places in the raft and picked up the paddles to the instructions of our leader, who sat at the far end and announced in a distinctly musical tone, “All forward”. Fascinated by the beautiful synchronization, I joined the gang and paddles moved back and forth in a steady rhythm right into the currents till we heard the next command, “Stop”, followed by “Easy forward”, “Pull back” and so on. Just as I was beginning to enjoy the soothing ride came a sharp warning, “Lock your feet” and before I could figure it out, the raft bobbed up high on the rapids and a huge wave swept over me. As I resurfaced in shock, I marveled that I was still on board and that’s when I was told this rapid is named ‘Welcome’. Miraculously, this drenching left me in shock but was followed by a definite euphoria. The fun had truly begun and as we negotiated rapid after rapid all creatively named like ‘Three blind mice’, ‘Investment’, ‘Devils

Deep’ and so on, I could finally identify with the passion that people felt for White Water Rafting.Our experienced guides ensured that we learnt everything we could in one day as they taught us about different types of waves, whirlpools, eddy’s and even introduced us to the basics of kayaking! Just when I thought I could see the campsite in the distance and that the thrills were over, out came the cherry on the cake, when we were invited to jump overboard into the 120 feet deep icy waters! At first I politely declined, but after being repeatedly cajoled into trying it out, I decided on the safer option of climbing off the raft and yet holding on to the safety ropes on the side as I strung along the Ganga. “Feel the fear and do it anyway”, was the thought uppermost on my mind as I bravely descended into the river. Even as I was getting used to the water, my companions urged me to let go and let the current take me to the banks. “No way”, I protested but then miraculously enough decided to “Let Go”. There I was reclining on my back with the life jacket holding me aloft, cruising along the Ganga Highway,



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singing, “She’s got a ticket to ride”. My one attempt to turn myself over and swim the river was sheer disaster as the strong currents and the heavy helmet bore me down. As we reached the shores and the currents completely stopped, I couldn’t get over the fact that you have not lived till you have surfed the Ganga. It was only later that I was overcome with the realization that I felt really and truly reborn. As evening approached, we drove down to Rishikesh, crossed the famous Ram Jhoola and joined the devotees for a front seat to attend the Ganga ji Ki Aarti. The huge Shiva statue with Ganga spouting out of his hair dominated the scene and the young priests in saffron robes amidst the pilgrims, foreigners and Indian tourists made a pretty picture. The prayers were well intoned and beautifully sung and as we joined the chorus,

our hearts sang along. As the aarti finished, we floated the diyas in the waters and made our way back to the camp, where in torchlight we descended to the campsite and joined the merry bonfire for song and dance. It was barely 9 pm but the tents and sleeping bags never looked as inviting and we decided to call it a day. I could hear the clap of thunder and the smell of rain but I chose to dream instead and woke fresh as a daisy at 6 am for another day.An invigorating session of Yoga followed by a sumptuous breakfast and we were ready for a visit to the waterfall where we trekked up 1.5 km followed by rappelling down a 100 foot rock. Though we wished we had more time, we had to head to Haridwar, where we made a trip to Har Ki Pauri and then boarded the bus back to Delhi.


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Choosing Man’s Best Friend

Our Internet is now filled with cute puppy photos and so many people from our family and friends is getting home a cute little fluffball home in an instant. Friends who you never expected till a few years ago to even be near a dog, are suddenly seen raising a Labrador puppy. With the rapidly increasing number of dogs and variety of breeds being added to our homes everyday, we are also seeing a huge increase in abandonment of the very same dogs in a few months or years. One major reason for this is choosing a wrong breed for our house. A breed that does not match our family lifestyle will definitely be a huge challenge in raising correctly and effectively.

Before you go ahead and buy the first puppy you see from the nearest store, here are a few questions every prospective pet

owner should ask themselves.

• How many hours in a day can I spend with the dog playing, training and exercising for the next 10 years at least?

• How many members of my family are supportive of getting a new dog home?

• How many responsible members, besides domestic help can I count on to help me out with the dog?

• What kind of energy level and excitement can we manage in the house?

• How much grooming and medical attention will we be able to give to the dog?

• How much can we afford to spend on the dog every month on food and other additional expenses.

by Adnaan Alamgir Khan

Adnan Khan is an award winning internationally certified dog trainer and psychologist who has worked with over 2500 pet dogs and their behaviour issues.

Mainly operating in Delhi, Adnan has also trained and consulted in Mumbai, Uttarakhand, England, Germany, Holland and Czech Republic. His fields of specialisation are behaviour modification, therapy dog training, sniffer dog and guard dog training.

He is also Founder and CEO of the fastest growing dog training company in the country, K9 School; which is based in Chhattarpur across a 1-acre state of the art dog resort with gym, swimming pool, physio therapy, massages, training and boarding all for canines.

Website: www.k9school.inFacebook: K9 School IndiaInstagram: k9schoolindiaEmail: [email protected]: 9910947783


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To help with the best way to choose the right breeds for our home, here are a few

tips and factors to consider:

Big Dog or Small Dog? There is a popular misconception that all big dogs need more space and smaller dogs are more suited to city and apartments. This may be true for some cases but there are many small breeds like Beagle and Jack Russell Terrier that are totally not fit for apartments and smaller areas as they need much more exercise than many breeds. On the other hand, dogs like Bullmastiff do not need a lot of space due to being inactive indoors, and can even live in a small apartment if taken out for regular walks.

Hyper or Lazy? Energy level for me is one of the most important points to

consider when I choose a dog and also the most ignored by new pet owners. We see so many people going ahead with breeds like Labradors, Golden Retrievers, Boxers and Beagles due to looks and popularity. All of these breeds require at least 3 hours of structured exercise everyday to keep calm and healthy. When our interest in the puppy reduces and their energy increases, we start to see behaviour problems in our adolescent pets, many cases ultimately leading to abandonment.

Pugs, French Bulldogs, Bullmastiffs, American Staffordshire Terriers are medium and low energy levels which means they will be more suited to apartments and people with long working hours or busy schedules.

Monthly Expenses We normally just consider the ‘buying price’ of the puppy (I am personally a huge advocate of adopting more than shopping for pets); but we often ignore the monthly expenses after getting a puppy home. In addition to the feeding costs, certain breeds will require regular visits to the groomer or the vet, which we will need to consider in our costs before deciding on the breed.

Male or Female? In a male dominated patriarchy, there are a lot of social gender biases that have been sadly passed on to canines. Somehow, it is widely and wrongly assumed that female dogs are ‘unclean’ or ‘tough to manage’. It may come as a sweet surprise that in fact, female dogs come in heat only once or twice in the year and it is completely manageable for those days. Personally, I prefer female dogs of any breed as an ideal pet due to their closer affinity to the family, slightly smaller size

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and less notorious during the growing months. Although, there is no scientific evidence of one gender being a better fit than the other, males tend to have a higher likelihood of getting dominant, aggressive or disobedient as they grow older and are not trained properly.

Is Training Really Important? As we are a very new yet rapidly growing pet parent population, most people are considering training of their dog as a luxury expense and almost always they consult a professional trainer once the dog has become severely difficult to manage.

If we always accommodate a budget of hiring a credible trainer for the first few months as soon as we get a puppy, we end up saving a lot on future damages due to a badly raised or badly trained dog for many years thereafter.

Some breeds like Bulldogs and Pugs are more obstinate and certain breeds like Labrador Retrievers and Rottweilers are easier to train, but we must not mistake ‘easy to train’ as ‘needs no training at all’.

Early rules and reward based training results in a happy and lasting relation between the dog and the owner for the decades ahead.

The most ideal way to get the right breed would be to consult a trainer BEFORE you go ahead and decide, as they have the best experience with breeds compatibility.

Looks Don’t Matter Our current dog breed selection system is extremely volatile and dangerous for us. Most new pets are being chosen based on their looks or popularity and that too without prior research and consideration. A Beagle looks cute and

got featured in cinema, but it definitely should be such a popular choice with new dog owners as it is supposed to be a hunting dog and needs an experienced hand. Dogs like Akita, Dalmatian, Pug, Golden Retriever, Saint Bernard etc are all extremely different to each other but have become famous in a short span of time due to be featured in the media like movies and TV ads.

We must consider many other factors, few of which have been suggested above before getting a pet. Choosing a breed to impress a neighbour or because ‘it

may look good with you in photographs’ will be a short term reward but a long term commitment. Energy, Exercise and training level are much more important factors to keep in mind.

Wish you a happy puppy selection and raising

experience!


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