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Dive into festivities with Fabindia’s Holi-inspired collection
Mumbai: Step into the vibrant world of Holi celebrations with Fabindia’s latest collection, where comfort meets style in the most delightful way. Embrace the joyous colors of the season with our meticulously handpicked treasures that seamlessly blend traditional craftsmanship with contemporary elegance.
Our comfortable collection invites you to immerse yourself in the spirit of Holi, where every piece is designed to enhance your festive experience. From flowing kurtas and breezy sarees to chic kurtis and playful accessories, each garment is crafted with care, ensuring comfort and ease as you revel in the festivities.
At Fabindia, we celebrate the rich cultural heritage of India by incorporating age-old techniques such as block printing, hand embroidery, and tie-dye into our designs. Every garment tells a story of skilled artisans and their dedication to preserving our traditional crafts while infusing a modern twist that resonates with today’s fashion-forward audience.
Whether you’re attending a colourful Holi party or celebrating with loved ones at home, our collection offers something for every occasion. Let Fabindia be your companion as you embrace the vibrant hues and joyful spirit of Holi, making memories that will last a lifetime.
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MS Dhoni joins Cars24’s Crashfree India as Goodwill Ambassador
Cricketing legend lends his voice to the fight against road fatalities in India.
MUMBAI: MS Dhoni has traded his cricket whites for a new kind of captaincy, one that aims to save lives on India’s roads. The former India captain has been appointed Goodwill Ambassador for Crashfree India, Cars24’s national road safety initiative. The move brings one of the country’s most trusted and disciplined public figures to a cause that desperately needs both credibility and urgency.
India continues to record the highest number of traffic fatalities globally. In 2024 alone, 1,80,000 people lost their lives on Indian roads, one every three minutes. The country has roughly 1% of the world’s vehicles but accounts for 11 per cent of global road deaths. Shockingly, 66 per cent of those killed were between 18 and 34 years old, the most productive age group, and nearly 10,000 were school students. Seven in ten fatalities were linked to overspeeding.
Dhoni, known for his calm judgment under pressure, did not mince words when speaking about the issue. “A vehicle gives you freedom, but it also gives you responsibility,” he said. “On our roads, too many people still see safety as a rule to follow only when someone is watching. That mindset has cost us far too much.”
He added: “We already know what is going wrong. We know how many lives are being lost. What we need now is not more excuses. We need more responsibility, more discipline, and more respect for life.”
For Cars24, the association goes beyond a celebrity endorsement. Founder and CEO Vikram Chopra described Dhoni’s involvement as a game-changer: “His understanding of Indian roads is grounded in lived experience. He holds us to a higher standard and his involvement challenges us to push this mission further.”
Crashfree India aims to shift the national conversation on road safety from reaction to prevention, from accepting deaths as routine to treating them as the urgent failure they are. With Dhoni on board, the initiative gains a powerful, trusted voice that transcends statistics and connects directly with millions of Indians.
In a country where dangerous driving is too often mistaken for confidence, Dhoni’s message is refreshingly clear: true strength lies in control, discipline, and respect for life. When one of India’s most respected captains decides to lead this fight, the conversation suddenly becomes much harder to ignore.
The roads just got a new captain. And this time, the goal is not to win a trophy but to save lives.
