Social Media and Mental Health: Lessons from Rahul’s Journey from Gwalior
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Social Media and Mental Health: Lessons from Rahul’s Journey from Gwalior

In today’s digital-first world, social media is not just a platform for connection—it has become a career, a stage for creativity, and a testing ground for resilience. Yet behind the filters, likes, and viral reels lies a hidden reality: the mental health challenges that content creators face. At a recent motivational Samvaad session with Rahul,…

शास्त्रीय संगीत और मानसिक संतुलन पर पं. सुनील पावगी संग संवाद : SAMVAAD Connect

शास्त्रीय संगीत और मानसिक संतुलन पर पं. सुनील पावगी संग संवाद : SAMVAAD Connect

ग्वालियर, सितम्बर – भारत की सांगीतिक राजधानी ग्वालियर में हाल ही में प्रख्यात हवाईयन गिटार वादक पं. सुनील पावगी का एक विशेष पॉडकास्ट रिकॉर्ड किया गया। इस अवसर पर संवाद कनेक्ट के फ़ाउंडर धीरज तिवारी ने स्वयं पं. पावगी जी के साथ बैठकर उनकी प्रेरणादायी जीवन यात्रा और शास्त्रीय संगीत के महत्व पर गहन बातचीत…

Mental Toughness vs Anxiety: Winning Mindset from a Teacher-Turned Influencer
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Mental Toughness vs Anxiety: Winning Mindset from a Teacher-Turned Influencer

In today’s world, where opportunities often seem uncertain, stories like that of Vaibhav from Smart Gwalior serve as powerful reminders of the strength we all hold within ourselves. Though he began his professional journey as a Sanskrit teacher, his decision to try something new opened doors he had never imagined. With focus and determination, he…

Shubham Sahu: From a regular B.Tech Student to Gwalior’s Rising Content Star with SAMVAAD Connect

Shubham Sahu: From a regular B.Tech Student to Gwalior’s Rising Content Star with SAMVAAD Connect

Every city has its storytellers—people who capture its flavor, vibe, and spirit in ways that make others pause, smile, and connect. For Gwalior, one such voice is Shubham Sahu, a young influencer whose journey is as relatable as it is inspiring. Running two successful Instagram channels—Gwalior Foodie and Hamao Gwalior—Shubham is today a name that…

From Stage Shivers to Spotlight: The Inspiring Journey of Neha Jain with Samvaad Connect

From Stage Shivers to Spotlight: The Inspiring Journey of Neha Jain with Samvaad Connect

Life often tests us in unexpected ways, and it is in those challenges that true strength is born. Neha Jain’s journey is one such story – a story of resilience, courage, and unstoppable determination. Today, she shines as a successful anchor, dancer, influencer, and content creator from Gwalior. But her beginnings were humble, and her…

Protest sign at climate change rally reading 'There is no Planet B'.

Climate Change: Why Small Efforts Are No Longer Enough? – Prof. Chetan Singh Solanki at Samvaad- From Ideas to Impact.

Earlier this year, through Samvaad’s “From Ideas to Impact” platform, we hosted an event on sustainability. The session turned into a deeply thought-provoking experience when our Guest of Honour, Prof. Chetan Singh Solanki, widely known as the Solar Man of India, shared some shocking yet eye-opening truths about the climate crisis. He said something that…

Vibrant yellow silk threads drying in a traditional artisan workshop setting.

Muskaan Jain – Redefining Fashion with Ahimsa Silk and Purpose at SAMVAAD Connect, Goa.

Fashion, at its best, is not just about what we wear—it is about values, culture, and consciousness. Few young designers embody this philosophy as beautifully as Muskaan Jain, the Balaghat-based founder of Label Begum Beliya, whose journey from a conventional career path to ethical fashion entrepreneurship is both inspiring and thought-provoking. From Job Security to…

Sonu – The Vision Behind Mero Gwalior: Big Dreams, Strong Ethics at Samvaad Connect, Gwalior.

Sonu – The Vision Behind Mero Gwalior: Big Dreams, Strong Ethics at Samvaad Connect, Gwalior.

In the heart of India lies Gwalior, a city of culture, music, heritage, and now, digital storytelling. Among its rising creators is Sonu, the young visionary behind the popular Instagram channel @MeroGwalior. His journey is not just about creating content but about redefining how Gwalior and Madhya Pradesh are seen on digital platforms. Recently, Samvaad…

Bhupen Hazarika Centennial: A Resonant Celebration of Indian Classical Music & Mental Well-Being

Bhupen Hazarika Centennial: A Resonant Celebration of Indian Classical Music & Mental Well-Being

As of September 8, 2025, India proudly steps into the birth centenary year of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, affectionately known as “Sudhakantha” or “Bard of the Brahmaputra.” His legacy as a singer, poet, composer, and cultural ambassador continues to shape our understanding of Indian music, humanity, and community The Times of IndiaWikipedia. A Centenary…

Samvaad with Surbhi Singh: Kathak, Lucknow and the Healing Power of Dance

Samvaad with Surbhi Singh: Kathak, Lucknow and the Healing Power of Dance

When we speak of Lucknow, we think of its tehzeeb, its craft, its poetry, and of course, its Kathak. In the latest edition of SAMVAAD – From Ideas to Impact | Connect, we sat down with internationally acclaimed Kathak dancer Surbhi Singh of the Lucknow Gharana. What followed was not just a conversation about art,…