Science And Jain Philosophy

Author(s): Raksha J Shah, Abhijit Muni, Pooja Banthia
Publisher: International Conference on Science and Jain Philosophy

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International Conference on Science and Jain Philosophy 2016
GUEST OF HONOUR
ADVOCATE ASHISH SHELAR
BJP PRESIDENT, MUMBAI
MLA and President, BJP, Mumbai, Advocate Ashish Shelar is a dynamic leader. After taking charge as the Mumbai BJP president, he tackled the problems of the railway passengers in Mumbai, raising the issues in New Delhi. He marched to the legislator to protest against the Local Body Tax. He also organized a morcha to MMRDA protesting against the rise in Metro railway fares. Shelar is now known as a leader who raises the issue of masses, is ready to take up cudgels on behalf of people belonging to all castes and religions, a studious orator, a mass leader who fights for peoples' problems sometimes in legislative council and on occasions as an activist on street.
Adopting an all-inclusive approach, he began raising issues of various sections of society. He is inclined to solve the problems through discussions and is also ready to come to streets whenever needed. Constant study, diligence, extensive reading and good oratory have given Mr. Shelar recognition as a studious orator. That is why literary, social, cultural, legal, industry and business organizations prefer to invite him in their programmes with an aim to listen to his thoughts. He is also known as a person who forges bonds of friendship beyond political boundaries.
On the International Fora Advocate Shelar (the only municipal corporator from India), was selected by US State Dept under International Visitors Leadership Program. As part of this programme, he travelled across USA over 45 days engaging with 82 NGO's for leadership development, laying the foundation for life long bonds which continue to enrich his administrative perspective.
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