Dr Ajeenkya D Y Patil pays a unique tribute to his father on his birth anniversary; foundation stone laid for Maharashtra Prison Industries Sales Centre
Pune: In a heartfelt tribute to his father, Padma Shri Dr. D. Y. Patil, Dr Ajeenkya D Y Patil has undertaken a socially meaningful initiative to commemorate his birth anniversary. The foundation stone for the Maharashtra Prison Industries Sales Centre at Yerwada Central Prison was laid by Dr Ajeenkya D Y Patil. The project is being developed by Ajeenkya DY Patil University.
Rather than limiting the birth anniversary celebrations to ceremonial tributes, Dr Ajeenkya D Y Patil decided to honour his father's memory through an initiative aimed at benefiting society. The proposed sales centre will provide a dedicated platform for marketing products manufactured by prison inmates, promoting their skills, encouraging self-reliance and supporting rehabilitation efforts.
The foundation stone-laying ceremony was attended by Maharashtra Additional Director General of Police and Inspector General of Prisons and Correctional Services Suhas Warke, Yerwada Central Prison Superintendent Sunil Dhamal, Women's Prison Superintendent Pallavi Kadam, Ajeenkya DY Patil University Vice-Chancellor Dr. Rakesh Kumar Jain, Registrar Dr. Sudhakar Shinde, Dean Dr. Abhilasha Mane, Dr. Sachin Rajas and Chief Finance Officer Balasaheb Khune.
The programme was coordinated by Vidya Mhatre, President of Maher Mahila Pratishthan.
The initiative seeks to carry forward the legacy of Padma Shri Dr. D. Y. Patil, whose contributions to education and social development have inspired generations.
Speaking on the occasion, Suhas Warke appreciated Dr Ajeenkya D Y Patil's decision to commemorate his father's birth anniversary through a socially beneficial project rather than a symbolic tribute. He acknowledged the importance of initiatives that provide opportunities for prison inmates to develop their skills and contribute productively to society.
Dr Ajeenkya D Y Patil reaffirmed his commitment to carrying forward the legacy of social service established by his father, affectionately known as 'Dada'.
The proposed Maharashtra Prison Industries Sales Centre is expected to serve as a meaningful platform connecting products made by inmates with the wider public while promoting dignity, rehabilitation and economic empowerment.
Through this initiative, Dr Ajeenkya D Y Patil aims to transform his father's cherished memories into a living legacy of service, compassion and social responsibility.
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