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Imagine Panaji Smart City Development Ltd. (IPSCDL) Celebrates International Yoga Day with a Renewed Focus on Wellness and Mindfulness

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Senior Leadership, Staff, and Wellness Experts Come Together in a Unified Display of Holistic Well-being

Panaji, June 21, 2025 – On the occasion of the 11th International Day of Yoga, Imagine Panaji Smart City Development Ltd. (IPSCDL) hosted a dedicated yoga session at its headquarters in Panaji, reinforcing the organization’s commitment to holistic health, mindfulness, and workplace wellness.

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from across the organization, led by Managing Director & CEO Mr. Sandip Jacques, IAS, and Mr. Brijesh Manerkar, Director of Municipal Administration. Staff members from various departments came together in a serene and focused environment to collectively embrace the ancient Indian practice of yoga.

🌿 Guided by Expertise, Grounded in Tradition

The session was conducted by Ms. Sheela Kankonkar, the Principal Yoga Teacher from Patanjali Yoga Samiti, known for her deep understanding and decades of teaching experience in yogic practices.

The 60-minute session included:

  • Breathing Techniques (Pranayama) to promote respiratory health and mental clarity
  • Stretching and Foundational Asanas for posture and flexibility
  • Mindfulness Practices and Meditation to support emotional well-being and focus

The session focused on balance—both physical and mental—reaffirming the role of yoga in today’s fast-paced professional and urban lifestyle.

🗣️ Leadership Speaks on Wellness & Smart Cities

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Sandip Jacques, IAS, emphasized the importance of integrating well-being into urban development and workplace culture:

“As an organization leading the transformation of Panaji into a Smart City, we must remember that smartness begins with our people. Yoga provides us with the tools to stay centered, healthy, and resilient as we shape the future of urban India.”

Mr. Brijesh Manerkar echoed these sentiments, highlighting that wellness is not an option, but a necessity for productivity and innovation, especially in roles focused on urban governance and planning.

🏙️ Smart City, Mindful Citizens

The event underlined IPSCDL’s broader commitment to not only build intelligent infrastructure but also promote human-centric urban design—where health, sustainability, and community are integral to the city’s DNA.

The Yoga Day celebration aligns with Panaji’s evolving identity as a city that balances heritage with forward-thinking development, and infrastructure with wellness.

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Panaji’s Urban Makeover Gets a Green Touch with Recycled Plastic Benches

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Panaji, May 30, 2025 — In a forward-thinking step toward sustainable urban transformation, Imagine Panaji Smart City Development Limited (IPSCDL) has unveiled an innovative green initiative—the installation of 11 recycled plastic benches at a newly developed public space near the National Theatre–Café Bhosle. This project is part of the broader revitalization of TB Cunha Road, an iconic heritage corridor in Panaji, being reimagined as a vibrant, inclusive, and environmentally responsible urban zone.

The benches, created in collaboration with the OneEarth Foundation, represent IPSCDL’s commitment to circular economy practices. Instead of discarding plastic waste, the project transforms it into durable and functional public infrastructure. Each bench—officially named the Solid Plain Bench—is crafted from 41 kilograms of recycled plastic, primarily sourced from commonly discarded single-use items such as plastic bags and packaging films.

The design of the benches is both practical and sturdy. Measuring 5 feet in length, 3 feet in depth and height, and with a sitting height of 17 inches, each bench comfortably accommodates up to three people. Structurally reinforced with Mild Steel (MS) pipe bases and secured with four fastening points, these benches are built to withstand both weather and time while offering a sustainable seating option to citizens and tourists alike.

“This project is more than just the installation of public seating,” said a senior official from IPSCDL. “It is a conscious step toward creating a model of sustainability, where waste is seen as a resource. We are making urban spaces not only more comfortable and inclusive but also environmentally responsible.”

These benches serve a dual purpose: they provide practical seating for the community and visitors while also acting as visual reminders of the power of sustainable choices. As part of India’s broader Swachh Bharat (Clean India) and Smart Cities Missions, the initiative supports national goals for waste reduction, environmental awareness, and sustainable urban development.

The IPSCDL has expressed interest in scaling this initiative city-wide, using the installation as a pilot model. If replicated across other public areas, it could significantly reduce plastic waste in Panaji while promoting greener, smarter city infrastructure.

By blending heritage restoration with environmental innovation, Panaji is paving the way for urban design that’s not only functional and aesthetic—but also deeply responsible.