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Khyaal, 50 above 50, is a genuine platform,” says Darshans Doshi,a finalist nominated in the Travel Enthusiast Category.
India’s gearing up for senior citizens! Gone are the days when one was expected to stay home, pray, cook, and look after grandkids post-50.
Darshana Doshi,a globe-trotter discovered platform named Khayyal 50 above 50, when a friend asked her to apply for India’s largest talent hunt for 50+.
“I thought of giving it a shot as it seemed legit with its all-India reach, brand recognition, ₹1 crore cash prize, membership fees of ₹1000 only, and a contest judged by a notable jury of 10 including Padma Bhushan winners ,” says Darshana , a Lokhandwala resident who after submitting the required material, was
nominated as one of the finalists.
“My joy knew no bound as I was selected out of thousand odd entries at all India level. And imagine my surprise when Khyaal deposited the promised reward amount in my account!!
It revived my trust in awards ,”
She then adds as an after thought, ” What is more important is the fact that Khyaal recognised my courage to travel solo in off the beaten trail, in the days when it was not common for an Indian woman to do so ,” says the woman who has been to 35 countries that has enhanced her world view and
Confidence.
Khyaal 50 above 50,offers many categories on their website for seniors to participate and be felicitated for their accomplishments.
Who is Darshana Doshi :
Darshana Doshi has been a freelance Journalist, Editor and a Travel writer. She has travelled over 35 countries and to go everywhere is on her list..
Nomination Citation: Darshana Doshi
Darshana Doshi is a seasoned journalist and editor whose professional journey reflects depth, versatility, and an unwavering commitment to meaningful storytelling. After a decade in teaching, she transitioned into print media as a freelance journalist, carving a niche for herself across both print and digital platforms. Her bylines have appeared in leading publications such as The Times of India and Mid-Day, as well as respected online portals including Rediff.com, IndianTelevision.com, Hellomumbainews.com ,and Bonobology.com.
Darshana Doshi is a seasoned journalist and editor whose professional journey reflects depth, versatility, and an unwavering commitment to meaningful storytelling. After a decade in teaching, she transitioned into print media as a freelance journalist, carving a niche for herself across both print and digital platforms. Her bylines have appeared in leading publications such as The Times of India and Mid-Day, as well as respected online portals including Rediff.com, IndianTelevision.com, Hellomumbainews.com ,and Bonobology.com.
