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The Wire
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Wire
Renowned Tailor Madhav Agasti receives Bharat Gaurav Award in British Parliament
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 7: Coming from a humble background with no formal education in fashion, I feel deeply honoured to receive this award, says Agasti. In yet another feather in his cap, renowned Mumbai-based tailor Madhav Agasti was conferred the prestigious Bharat Gaurav Award on July 3, 2025, at the British Parliament in London. A stalwart in India's fashion landscape, Agasti has tailored garments for two former Presidents — Pranab Mukherjee and Ram Nath Kovind — as well as for top chief ministers, including Devendra Fadnavis, and several national leaders from Maharashtra. Agasti, widely respected for his craftsmanship, has also left a mark in Bollywood. He designed the iconic costume for Mogambo in Mr. India and curated the uber cool looks in Andaz Apna Apna. The Bharat Gaurav Award, hosted annually by Sanskriti Yuva Sanstha, honours individuals of Indian origin who have made outstanding contributions in their respective fields and elevated India's global standing. Agasti received the award in recognition of his five-decade-long contribution to Indian fashion. Expressing his gratitude, Agasti said, "Coming from a humble background with no formal education in fashion, I feel deeply honoured to receive this award. It is not just a personal achievement but a tribute to the timeless skill of Indian craftsmanship and the countless artisans who have kept our traditions alive. I will continue to contribute to the industry." Over the past 50 years, the Madhav Agasti brand has seamlessly blended traditional techniques with modern designs. Despite the ever-evolving fashion landscape, Agasti has stayed relevant by adapting to changing trends in fashion industry and customer preferences while staying true to his roots. As the brand enters a new phase, Agasti's legacy is set to continue with his son Shantanu Agasti and daughter-in-law Avani Agasti taking over the reins. The duo aims to expand the business while preserving the authenticity and heritage built over decades. (Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with NRDPL and PTI takes no editorial responsibility for the same.).
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Lobbying already on for next chief secy
Newly appointed chief secretary (CS) Rajesh Kumar is yet to become firm in the saddle and hectic lobbying is already on in the bureaucracy since he is retiring on Aug 31. In the corridors of power, it was believed that CM Devendra Fadnavis would not appoint Kumar as the CS for two months. But he was appointed based on seniority and the CM felt it would be wrong to supersede him. The bureaucrats next in line are Rajesh Agarwal (who retires on Nov 12), I S Chahal (Jan 31, 2026), Bhushan Gagrani (March 31, 2026), Anil Diggikar (Jan 31, 2026), Deepak Kapoor (April 30, 2026), O P Gupta (Aug 31, 2026) and Manisha Patankar (March 31, 2029). You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai If Patankar is chosen next, then there would be relief for the CM for at least three years but he would have to let her leapfrog seniors. Senior bureaucrats felt the CM should appoint a bureaucrat who has at least one year of service to ensure stability in administration. Most chief secretaries in the recent past have had a tenure of three months to one year, but their performance was average and a majority were not able to bring new concepts in administration. Also, given their short duration, their focus was on a new job after retirement. In most states, the CS has a tenure of at least a year. Even in the central govt, home, finance and defence secretaries have a fixed tenure of two years. The Fadnavis govt followed this policy in the DGP's case and the home affairs ministry issued a special order on a fixed tenure for Rashmi Shukla, who was due to retire. Another feather in cap Renowned couturier Madhav Agasti was recently conferred with the prestigious Bharat Gaurav award in British parliament. Agasti (75) has tailored garments for former Presidents Pranab Mukherjee and Ram Nath Kovind when they were in office, leading politicians from Maharashtra and other states, including Fadnavis, film personalities and social workers. Agasti, widely respected for his craftsmanship, has left a mark in Bollywood—he designed the iconic costume for Mogambo in 'Mr India' and curated uber cool looks in a popular Hindi film. Many leading politicians stitched clothes from Agasti, but when they abandoned him, luck did not favour them. Agasti comes from a humble background with no formal education in fashion. He said the award is not just a personal achievement but also a tribute to the timeless skill of the countless artisans who have kept traditions alive.
