One of a Kind

Often, tragic experiences lead people to raise their voice or start initiatives to help others suffering from similar situations. But there was no misery or disaster for Rushabh Turakhia. It was only the sheer willingness to spread smiles and happiness that led him to start the ‘Your Turn Now’ movement—help someone, give them a YTN card, and, in return, ask them to pass on the help any way they can along with the card. Having grown up listening to moral stories from his grandmother and mother, and reading multiple self-help books, Rushabh, in his own words, was highly self-aware. He was inspired by the anecdotes his family and friends recalled about his grandfather, Shri Panachand Turakhia, a philanthropist. In a candid conversation with Annesha Banerjee he reveals how everything manifested itself and marvels at how a seemingly basic idea has now created a snowball effect.

- Annesha Banerjee

The most underrated noble virtue—kindness—is as powerful as one can imagine. It’s like breathing; you don’t take notice of it until you have to, and, subsequently, you are left feeling nothing but gratitude. One simple act of kindness can transform one’s mood, one’s experience, and one’s day, and even change the trajectory of one’s whole life. I was aware of this fact, but the realization hit me one fine morning when I was rushing to catch a metro as per my usual routine, my mind occupied with all kinds of agitating thoughts. Proceeding towards the security check and ready to be frisked by the lady officer, I was met with a wide smile. A face with a sizable red bindi