In this issue

Positive trends like increasing flow of private equity and global capital into the real-estate sector and renewed government focus on housing augur well for Indian realty that has seen a spurt in demand lately in both affordable housing and uber-luxe properties. A case in point is the launch of India’s first Trump-branded property in Pune by Atul and Sagar Chordia of Panchshil Realty that indicates a buoyant top-end of the market, which the brothers have successfully exploited. We have featured the dynamic and well-connected duo on our cover this issue, who have changed the Pune skyline with some of the country’s finest properties.
The famed havelis of Shekhawati stand as reminders of past Marwari grandeur with their imposing structures and ornate frescoed walls and interiors that have earned the region the nickname ‘open art gallery’. Once the abodes of rich Marwari merchants, who made their fortunes in faraway cities, they stand abandoned now, screaming for the attention they deserve. Our photo essay by photojournalist Sugato Mukherjee on this rightly-called ‘open art gallery’ takes you on a colourful journey to bring to life the fading glories of these havelis that are slowly ebbing from public memory.
Coming to Marwaris’ growing reputation in the literary world, writer Sujit Saraf’s new novel Harilal & Sons makes for a compulsive read. It takes readers on an epic journey as 12-year-old Harilal Tibrewal travels from Rajasthan to Bengal to Bihar, growing from a shopkeeper selling jute, cotton and spices to the owner of a large enterprise. We bring you excerpts from the book.

A Tale Of Compassion And Charity

Marwaris have a history of philanthropy dating back to their earliest days in Kolkata. The iconic and historic SVS Marwari Hospital bears testimony to this.

5 mins

Building A Brand

From a small hosiery brand to one of the foremost names in the garment market, Dollar Industries Ltd’s journey has not been easy. Behind its success is a saga of dedication, courage and the confidence to swim against the tide, while focusing on the needs of a globalised world.

4 mins

A Generational Saga

Author Sujit Saraf’s latest novel, Harilal & Sons, captures the Marwari community through a fictional filter, in a sprawling, compulsively readable narrative.

4 mins

Building Blocks For Success

Real-estate development firm Panchshil Realty has played a significant role in transforming Pune’s skyline with ultra-premium projects that are synonymous with luxury and quality of construction. MARWAR catches up with brothers Atul and Sagar Chordia to comprehend their journey of over 15 years, which has been marked by the brand’s meteoric rise and association with marquee names such as the Trump Organization, Philippe Starck and Kelly Hoppen, among others.

10 mins

A Designer's Dream

Designer Raghavendra Rathore’s Gurukul School of Design will offer students a truly holistic learning experience in the city of Jaipur. The institute, slated to open in August, will introduce programmes that will encourage the next generation of designers to think out of the box.

4 mins

All That Glitters Is Gold

Demonetisation may have impacted the industry in the short term, but demand for India’s favourite metal has not faded away. From new colour variations to designs sporting diamonds and other precious stones, Indians are experimenting with gold like never before.

4 mins

All Hail Thali

In an Instagram-dominated world, the humble thali often has to compete for digital space with new-age trends such as molecular gastronomy and fusion foods. However, for foodies, it continues to remain a viable option, offering the perfect combination of sweet, spicy, baked, fried, steamed and savoury preparations, that caters to every palate.

4 mins

Dr Desh Bandhu Gupta

Founder and Chairman, Lupin Limited

2 mins

Son Of The Soil

The third generation of late Bhavarlal Jain’s family is shaping the vision of the founder of Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd. Meet Athang Jain, the 25-year-old scion of the family, who has stepped in to head the company’s new subsidiary food division.

5 mins

Adventurers, Meet Your Compass

Adventurers, Meet Your Compass

3 mins

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MARWAR India Magazine Description:

Marwar is a community-based magazine with an emphasis on profiling the best and the brightest in the Marwari community. The magazine reaches the elite in India and abroad who want to read and discover the wonders of all things connected with the community. Thus, the subjects featured have to have the flavour of Marwar and Rajasthan—its culture, lifestyle and traditions. We highlight arts, crafts, music, dance and theatre as well as fashion and food that are connected to the region apart from immensely successful businessmen and businesswomen. In the past, luminaries like Laxmi Mittal, Abhishek Manu Singhvi, Indu Jain, Sanjiv Goenka and Rajashree Birla, to name a few, have graced our cover.