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DS Group launches ‘Pulse Ka Pandal’ campaign on Dussehra
Mumbai: DS Group’s popular candy brand Pass Pass Pulse has launched an exciting campaign “Pulse Ka Pandal” to bring festivities from across the country on the digital platform this Navratri.
The festive revellers can enjoy the Ram Leela in the North, the famous Dandiya in the West, and Durga Pujo in the East through virtual pandals set up on the online map to thoroughly enjoy the nine nights of festivities in a one-of-a-kind empirical bonanza.
Using innovation to fuel their digital marketing campaigns, “Pulse Ka Pandal” is a content-tech integrated campaign that will stream live the virtual pandals of the Ram Leela from the Lav Kush Mela in Red Fort, New Delhi; Garba Raas from the Karnavati Club in Ahmedabad, Gujarat; and Durga Puja from the Samajh Sevi, Rasbihari, Kolkata. People from all over the country would be able to see the live feed of these locations on the online maps.
The brand will amplify the online campaign by bringing in local influencers to promote and boost the campaign at a regional level. In order to involve the audience further, various fun engagement activities like contests, puzzles, quizzes, etc. will be active at each of these locations on the online maps. Audiences can participate in these contests and win amazing online gift vouchers.
Speaking on the occasion, Dharampal Satyapal Foods general manager Arvind Kumar said, “India is a treasure trove of festivals and Sharad Navratri brings alive the festive spirits in the believers. The entire country celebrates Navratri and Dussehra in diverse traditions. “Pulse Ka Pandal” will converge the traditions from various states on a single platform, whilst creating an innovative social media campaign that is exciting, resonates with our audience and leaves a lasting impression. This campaign’s interesting and engaging content will surely add to the festive revelry.”
Brands
KKR sixes to power EV charger rollout under VIDA campaign
Cricket meets clean mobility as big hits spark India’s charging growth
NEW DELHI: VIDA, the electric mobility arm of Hero MotoCorp, has teamed up with Kolkata Knight Riders to launch a campaign that turns cricketing flair into real-world impact.
Titled ‘6 for 6’, the initiative promises to install a 6kW fast EV charger for every six hit by KKR during the ongoing Indian Premier League season. The idea is simple but powerful, as each big hit on the field contributes directly to expanding India’s fast-charging infrastructure.
The campaign builds on VIDA’s growing network, which already spans over 5,300 fast-charging points across more than 430 cities. With EV adoption gaining pace, the brand is using cricket’s mass appeal to accelerate both awareness and infrastructure growth.
Explaining the thinking behind the move, Hero MotoCorp emerging mobility business unit chief business officer Kausalya Nandakumar said, “Cricket has an incredible ability to unite and inspire millions across the country. With the ‘6 for 6’ campaign, we are turning every big hit on the field into a step towards a cleaner and a more accessible mobility future.”
She added that VIDA’s expanding fast-charging network and removable battery technology are designed to make EV ownership more convenient and practical for everyday users.
From the franchise’s side, the campaign is also about giving on-field moments a larger purpose. Kolkata Knight Riders chief executive officer Venky Mysore said, “The ‘6 for 6’ campaign exemplifies the potential of sport as a platform for meaningful, real-world impact. By linking every six to the expansion of EV charging infrastructure, this partnership transforms fan excitement into tangible progress.”
As part of the rollout, VIDA has introduced co-branded charging stations in KKR’s signature colours, with a flagship installation unveiled alongside team players. The chargers are designed for quick top-ups, powering VIDA scooters from zero to 80 percent in about an hour, while also being positioned along key highways to support longer journeys.
The initiative also taps into VIDA’s removable battery system, which allows users to charge using standard household plug points, adding flexibility to the charging ecosystem.
By blending the thrill of cricket with the urgency of clean mobility, VIDA and KKR have found a neat way to make every six count twice, once on the scoreboard and again on India’s road to an electric future.
