Confluence 2017

L-R,  Arpana Jain Agarwal, Shovana Narayan, Malvika Kaura  and Shalini Arora Kochhar

NEWDELHI – Arpana Agrawal and Smita Srivastava recently hosted a three -day event titled “Confluence 2017”, held at PHD chambers of Commerce and industry this event was solely dedicated to the women entrepreneurs and rural artisans of India and provided them with a platform to display their skills, exchange techniques, nd their views.

Smita Srivastava and Manoj Tiwari

Mr. Gopal Jiwarajka, President, PHD Chamber said that “it is a great platform for the women Entrepreneurs and Rural Artisan to showcase their talent. we are so happy to be a part of such event where we encourage the women.”

Rita Gagwani and Supriya Trikha

Confluence 2017 had talking sessions on all 3 days by eminent speakers like Rima Kohli ,  sandhya Suri , ekta chinmai , Rita  Gangwani, Rimpy Pilania, Vanshika Chawla,Dr. Gagandeep,Raman Suri and cultural performances by kids like dancing , skit , singing .

Mrs. Smita Shrivastav, from Confluence 2017 said “It’s a dream come true-a centralised platform that we aspired to create for wome enterpreneurship.Hunar ko haunsla is our undercurrent. Let there be light for those wish to soar higher.”

Mrs. Arpana Agarwal, from Confluence 2017 said that the vision was to create an elevated platform to unleash the talent and skills of budding entrepreneurs and rural artisans. Looms that had woven the most colourful pattern or hands that had crafted most eye-catching heritage are lying in shambles. Thinking about those neglected and unsung cottage industries reeling under such adverse situations,there is a need to reinvigorate them for sake of the potential they hold.

Mamta Nath and Arpana Jain Agarwal

The last day of the event saw gathering of eminent personalities like Manoj Tiwari . Shovana Narayan , Ashmeen Munjal and  Uma Sharma who not only shared their valuable thoughts on the event but also facilitated the Budding Entrepreneurs and artisans for achieving excellence in their fields.    

Aashmeen Munjal and Tom Alter

Other highlights of the show included Display Stalls, Fashion show, Tarot Card sessions, Book launch and workshops on Organic products

About Smita Srivastava and Arpana Agarwal

Reckoning force Smita as a social entrepreneur and Make in India activist, knows the plight of unsung artisans.  Putting her experience, she works hard to bring focus on the inebriated banter. Her shared love for crafts and handicrafts of India pledged her to build the bridge between the artisans and the connoisseurs. Smita believes in celebration of the triumph of undying spirit.

Arpana Agarwal has been majorly associated with Skill India and Make in India projects. Being a successful businesswoman, Arpana provides a radiant platform--Wonder Women connect which empowers budding women entrepreneurs.