The event titled ‘Unveiling of 3 Ratnas – Celebrating a Decade of Excellence – Aparna’s Journey as an Author’ was conducted across three cities:

• Pune: 29^th May,2026, at the Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute
• Mumbai: 30^th May,2026 at the Hall of Culture, Nehru Centre
• Thane: 31^st May,2026 at Hiranandani Estate Clubhouse

All three events were graced by professionals from the corporate world, family & friends as distinguished guests, and eminent speakers. During each event across different cities, in addition to the unveiling of the Second editions of the books, panel discussions were held, offering attendees opportunities to learn, reflect, and engage in meaningful conversations that extended beyond the written word.

The Chief Guest at the Pune event was Bharat Agarwal, President of Vishwakarma University (VU) and Executive Director of the Vishwakarma Institute of Technology (VIT), Pune. The distinguished panelists included C.M Dwivedi (HR Veteran  & Board Director), Vishal Soni (CEO, Vishwakarma Publications), Ashwin Pasricha (CXO Coach (ICF-PCC) and Principal Consultant, Human Network & Associates, Tanveer Shaikh (Chief Creative Director and Founder of Tanveer’s Hair  Academy) (both featured in the book Between U & Me)) and Yogita Vaidya (Founder, Words Worth Literary Consultancy and Editor of the books).

The event at the Nehru Centre on 30th May,2026, was graced by Dr. Shailesh Haribhakti (CA & Independent Director on multiple Boards) as the Guest of Honor. The Thane event at Hiranandani Estate featured N. M. Sharma (Aparna’s father) as the Chief Guest. Professor Vijayan (Dean-HR, WE School, Mumbai), Ms. Vandana Jadhav, a catering entrepreneur featured in Between U & Me, were also panelists in the Thane event. Ashwin Pasricha, Tanveer Shaikh, and Yogita Vaidya served as panelists at all three events. 

“It was a privilege to have such eminent guests and speakers join us at all the 3 events. I am truly humbled by their generous words of appreciation for all three of my 3 Books. Their insights on the topics discussed during the panel discussions were both thought-provoking and enlightening for the audience,” smiled Aparna Sharma.

The panelists contributed to an engaging exchange of ideas, while enthusiastic participation from the audience made all three events highly interactive and insightful. 

Given that all the proceeds from the book sales are directed towards the UDAAN Scholarships and USHA Awards initiated by Aparna Sharma to support the education of the girl child, many attendees eagerly booked their copies for both insightful reading and meaningful gifting.

The three-city launch set the stage for a global celebration of literature, leadership, and social responsibility, reflecting the enduring values that Aparna’s work, books, and initiatives seek to promote. Through her words, professional contributions, and commitment to education, Aparna Sharma continues to inspire meaningful change as an accomplished HR thought leader, demonstrating that knowledge, compassion, and courage have the power to transform lives and communities.

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“I Believe – And This Is My Story” is a compelling anthology that showcases the boundless imaginations and unique perspectives of the next generation. Each story, meticulously crafted and beautifully illustrated, reflects the personal beliefs, dreams, and experiences of the students, making this volume a true reflection of youthful creativity and insight.

“I Believe” is the first volume of its kind to be released by a school. When asked about the motivation behind this innovative endeavor, Pankaj Sharma, President of The Lexicon Group of Institutes and Chairman & MD of Pune Times Mirror, Civic Mirror, and MultiFit, said, “At The Lexicon Schools, we are dedicated to providing our students with every opportunity to realize their potential. While the students wrote and illustrated the book, our teachers and Hemant Kumar, Quill Books played a crucial role in mentoring, guiding, and encouraging them to push beyond their limits. This relentless pursuit of excellence and the joy in the journey truly define the Lexicon experience.”

The Lexicon Schools and Quill Books collaborated in nurturing literary talent and mentoring young writers and illustrators resulting in a book that not only highlights the students’ storytelling prowess but also underscores the importance of guidance and support in the creative process.

Reflecting on the inspiration behind this initiative, Nasir Shaikh, Group CEO of The Lexicon Group of Institutes, EduCrack, and Easy Recruit +, shared, “When we first discussed this book, we knew our students would be excited, but their response exceeded all our expectations. Their boundless enthusiasm was truly inspiring. Watching them excel in writing and illustration was thrilling, especially as many were first-time authors and illustrators. The students seamlessly collaborated, demonstrating incredible adaptability and teamwork. It was a joy to see them embrace this opportunity and blossom creatively.”

The official release of “I Believe – And This Is My Story” is slated for June 19, 2024. The launch event will include readings by the young authors, a book signing session, and a Q&A segment where the students will share their experiences and insights about the creative journey.

Event Details:

Date: June 19, 2024

Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Venue: The Lexicon Schools Auditorium, Pune

Members of the media are cordially invited to attend the launch event and witness firsthand the remarkable achievements of these young storytellers.

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