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Indian Olympic Association partners with DreamSetGo as official travel partner
Mumbai: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) is delighted to announce a groundbreaking partnership with DreamSetGo as the official travel partner for the Indian Olympic Delegation. This strategic collaboration aims to enhance the overall experience for the Indian delegation traveling to Paris next year to cheer and support the Indian Olympic Team.
DreamSetGo, India’s premium sports experiences and travel platform, will play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive services to the Indian delegation, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable journey to Paris. The partnership encompasses all travel services and ground support in Paris through the duration of the Olympic Games with a focus on delivering world-class experiences for sports fans.
As the official hospitality and travel partner to several renowned global rights holders to major sporting events, DreamSetGo brings unparalleled expertise and a proven track record in managing the travel and hospitality needs of sports fans on a global scale. This collaboration solidifies DreamSetGo’s commitment to delivering excellence in sports travel and hospitality.
Indian Olympic Association president Dr PT Usha expressed her enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “We are excited to join forces with DreamSetGo for the upcoming marquee year. This partnership will undoubtedly elevate the experience for the Indian Olympic Delegation, providing them with top-notch services and ensuring their journey to support the Indian Olympic Team be both memorable and hassle-free.”
DreamSetGo will leverage its extensive network and experience to make travelling to Paris in the summer a seamless and once-in-a-lifetime experience. They will provide the ground support that will aid in executing a successful campaign for the Indian Olympic Team.
Speaking about the partnership with IOA, DreamSetGo founder and chief business officer Monish Shah said “We are honoured to partner with the Indian Olympic Association and hope to elevate the Olympic experience for hundreds of athletes, their families and various federations. From being a cricket-loving nation, India has transformed into one of the biggest consumers of international sports. As India emerges as a strong global sporting nation, DreamSetGo aims to enable Indians with end-to-end experiences, right from taking care of travel needs, and accommodations, to offering unique money-can’t-buy experiences. Travellers need not worry about anything along the way with us as their travel partner.”
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
