Pune, April 2 -- Celebrating the silent yet powerful role of mothers in shaping individuals and society, noted actor Girish Kulkarni said that honoring maternal strength through the Tapasya Award is a "truly beautiful and meaningful gesture," especially in today's value-challenged times.
The Tapasya Award, instituted by Swanandi Creation Pune and Kelkar Gangotri Developers since 2009, recognizes women who work selflessly behind the scenes, supporting achievers in fields like art, literature, and social service. This year, the award was presented to Sheila Ratnakar Phatak and Seema Subhash Pawar for their unwavering support to their families and society.
The awards were conferred at a ceremony held at Ganesh Sabhagruha on Tilak Road, in th...