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Verse & Voices: 100 Authors, Countless Narratives - Episode 2
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Capt. Sahana Sundar (Retd) is a remarkable individual who dedicated 32 years of her life to serving in the National Cadet Corps (NCC). She joined the NCC in 1989 as an instructor in the 1 Karnataka Girls Bn NCC, where she provided invaluable training to the cadets of Karnataka.
During her tenure, Capt Sahana accompanied the cadets onseven occasions to the prestigious Republic Day camp. Her dedication and hard work paid off when her cadets won the PM's banner once, showcasing their exceptional skills and discipline.
Recognizing her outstanding abilities, Capt Sahana was commissioned as a Lieutenant in 2006. She served as an Administrative Officer in various NCC battalions, stationed in cities like Shillong, Lucknow, Vijayawada, Goa, Mysore, Kurnool, and Ananthpur, where she continued to contribute to the growth and development of the NCC.
After dutifully serving for over three decades, Capt Sahana decided to take a voluntary retirement as a Captain. However, retirement did not slow her down. She embarked on a new journey and founded an all-India writing guild called Spark Igniting Minds. This initiative eventually led to the establishment of her own publishing house.
As an accomplished author, and publisher, Spark Igniting minds,has published a total of 18 books, including anthologies, fiction, and non-fiction works. Her debut novel, "Anand," centered around CCD owner Siddhartha Hegde, received critical acclaim from readers and even won the prestigious Best Fiction Lift Magazine Award. Her second book, "Are You Smart with Words," launched by a legendary lyricist of Karnataka, has also garnered positive reception from the audience.
Aside from her love for writing, Capt Sahana is also a talented poet, having penned over 400 poems. Spark Igniting minds has published 18 books which was launched by prominent personalities such as Sri Sri Ravishankar, Dr. Kiran Bedi, Priya Dutt, and a renowned brain scientist.
In addition to her literary pursuits, Capt Sahana had a brief political stint, working for the Aam Aadmi Party. Her dedication to public service extends beyond her military career, showcasing her commitment to making a positive impact on society.
Capt Sahana's remarkable achievements and unwavering dedication are a testament to her passion and commitment to excellence. She continues to inspire others through her writing, leadership, and unwavering spirit.
instagram.com- @sahanasundar
Website link
www.sparkignitingminds.com
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Manage episode 398793265 series 2388046
Capt. Sahana Sundar (Retd) is a remarkable individual who dedicated 32 years of her life to serving in the National Cadet Corps (NCC). She joined the NCC in 1989 as an instructor in the 1 Karnataka Girls Bn NCC, where she provided invaluable training to the cadets of Karnataka.
During her tenure, Capt Sahana accompanied the cadets onseven occasions to the prestigious Republic Day camp. Her dedication and hard work paid off when her cadets won the PM's banner once, showcasing their exceptional skills and discipline.
Recognizing her outstanding abilities, Capt Sahana was commissioned as a Lieutenant in 2006. She served as an Administrative Officer in various NCC battalions, stationed in cities like Shillong, Lucknow, Vijayawada, Goa, Mysore, Kurnool, and Ananthpur, where she continued to contribute to the growth and development of the NCC.
After dutifully serving for over three decades, Capt Sahana decided to take a voluntary retirement as a Captain. However, retirement did not slow her down. She embarked on a new journey and founded an all-India writing guild called Spark Igniting Minds. This initiative eventually led to the establishment of her own publishing house.
As an accomplished author, and publisher, Spark Igniting minds,has published a total of 18 books, including anthologies, fiction, and non-fiction works. Her debut novel, "Anand," centered around CCD owner Siddhartha Hegde, received critical acclaim from readers and even won the prestigious Best Fiction Lift Magazine Award. Her second book, "Are You Smart with Words," launched by a legendary lyricist of Karnataka, has also garnered positive reception from the audience.
Aside from her love for writing, Capt Sahana is also a talented poet, having penned over 400 poems. Spark Igniting minds has published 18 books which was launched by prominent personalities such as Sri Sri Ravishankar, Dr. Kiran Bedi, Priya Dutt, and a renowned brain scientist.
In addition to her literary pursuits, Capt Sahana had a brief political stint, working for the Aam Aadmi Party. Her dedication to public service extends beyond her military career, showcasing her commitment to making a positive impact on society.
Capt Sahana's remarkable achievements and unwavering dedication are a testament to her passion and commitment to excellence. She continues to inspire others through her writing, leadership, and unwavering spirit.
instagram.com- @sahanasundar
Website link
www.sparkignitingminds.com
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soulvelocity/support73 episodes
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