Historic ‘Harmony Fest’ for Children with Special Needs to be Held in Pune on April 19 at Creaticity Campus, Yerwada
Yerwada, 16th April 2025: For the first time ever, Pune will host ‘Harmony Fest’, a unique initiative aimed at building an inclusive society and giving a national platform to the talents of children with special needs. The event will take place on Saturday, April 19, from 10 AM to 6 PM at the Creaticity Campus, Yerwada. Representatives from cities including Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Ahilyanagar will be part of this historic celebration.
Event Purpose and Organizers
The fest is a joint initiative by Nanha Gyan Foundation (founded by Romal Surana) and Ridan Aire (founded by Surbhi Aplesh), with Innocent Times School—a one-stop solution for children with special needs—serving as the powering partner. The event aims to foster harmony between neurotypical and neurodiverse children, encouraging their inclusion in mainstream society.
Key Highlights:
1. Umeed Awards: Recognizing the social contributions and extraordinary achievements of children with special needs.
2. Talent Showcase: A stage to exhibit creativity through dance, music, art, and other artistic expressions.
3. Book Launch by RidzWorld Publication: Featuring the literary work of young authors aged 5 to 15 in their latest book release.
4. Ridan Aire’s Flea Market: A special marketplace for handmade products designed to nurture entrepreneurship among children.
5. Job Fair: Employment opportunities for youth with special needs aged 18 and above, with participation from multiple companies.
Partner Organizations:
Suyog Sunderji Global Academia: Gifting Partner
Shruti Joshi: Training Partner
Ravima Ventures and Blooming Tanman: Supporting Partners
Beyond Competition: Outreach Partner
Mahaz Times: Media Partner
Stay Featured & Featuring: Featuring Partner
Voices from the Organizers:
Romal Surana (Nanha Gyan Foundation) said, “This fest is not just an event—it’s a movement to help society realize that children with special needs are equally capable in every field.”
Surbhi Aplesh (Ridan Aire) emphasized, “Our goal is to instill confidence in these children and make them socially and economically independent. The flea market and job fair are steps in that direction.”
Neha and Mallika, co-founders of Beyond Competition, shared, “Our mission aligns perfectly with the goals of Harmony Fest, which is why we’ve chosen to participate with all our change catalysts.”
Event Details:
Date & Time: Saturday, April 19, from 10 AM to 6 PM
Venue: Creaticity Campus, Yerwada, Pune
Special Guests: Parents, teachers, and representatives from Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Ahilyanagar
Entry: Free and open to all
Contact: For more information, visit www.nanhagyan.com
