Supposedly a Mechanical Engineer, had an Automobile garage (AutoDoc), was a cricketer, and now trying his best to sell imported bicycles.
@ProsportsBikes
Do you know what this is?! Apparently few students enjoying ‘ice cream’ treat given by their Rickshaw ‘Kaka’. Seeing this for many years on the last day of the exam before the vacation, kaka gives a treat to his students before they meet again.
#ritual
#treat
#bonding
#icecream
Why are Marathi Filmfare or any awards for that matter weird?! Why do Marathi actors dance on Bollywood tunes at a Marathi awards function?! Don’t we have an identity of our own?!
#marathicinema
दीनानाथ मंगेशकर रुग्णालया बाहेर असलेला रिक्षा स्टॅंड नक्की कोणासाठी आहे? तिथला एकही रिक्षाचालक कुठेही जायला तयार नसतो, रुग्णालयातून बाहेर पडणाऱ्या माणसाची मनस्थिती काय असू शकते आणि हे भाडं नाकारतात? माज!
@mnsadhikrut
ह्यांचं काहीतरी करा! तुमचाकडूनच अपेक्षा आहेत, लक्ष घाला!
#Pune
Festivals bring joy to many faces, but for some it also means tremendous hard work. On enquiring with this lady vendor, she sits her from early morning selling coconuts and ‘pujechi thaali’ an offering to Ganapati- The Elephant God. 1/n
Getting ready for the day ahead. Meet ‘Vasudeo’ a community worshiping Lord Krishna. Vasudeo are generally seen in villages and also in cities. They primarily sing bhakti songs and survive on alms given by people, You will never see a Vasudeo begging. 1/n
I know a Dr. Dole who’s an Opthalmologist, a Datey who’s a Dentist and a Hade who’s an Orthopaedic. But this beats them all, sub branch of Dentistry, contact for jaw related issues….
#DoctorWho
Meet Nirupama Bhave aged 76 years with her Merida Speeder 300. Bhave Madam is a known personality within the Pune cycling & running fraternity. With many achievements to her credit at her age she has been a role model. We are privileged to have her as our customer
@ProSportsBikes
I have tried the typical Maharashtrian Brahmin Thalis at multiple places in Pune. Hotel Shreyas, Janaseva Bhojanalay, or Krishna Dining etc. The moment I see oil at the top layer of an ‘usal’ I get pi§§ed off. ‘तवंग’ as we call it in Marathi is not in a Brahmin Thali, NO!
#thali
Sunday starts with my favourite breakfast dish. Vaidya Upahaar Gruha is a 100+ year old Misal place and probably one of the oldest in Pune. No fancy decor or table etiquette’s, forget everything and enjoy the Misal with the Puneri banter.
#Pune
#misal
#maharashtriandish
In 1988 we shifted from Mumbai to Pune. Certain things which I observed of the new city were:
Laid back attitude, speed of work was slow. Shops remain closed from 1pm-4pm.
Rainfall intensity was less, no umbrella needed.
Winters had min.temp's going down to 5-6C, woollens out 1/n
Does anyone remember Remington Steele. It used to be aired on Channel 2 in Metro cities back around 87-88. A young Pierce Brosnan played the part of a fictitious male boss, Remington Steele created by a private investigator ensuring that her clients took her seriously.
#detective
A Heaven called Konkan! It gives you hot weather, scenic surroundings, a vast Arabian Sea, temples, home-stays, vast plantations of mango, betel nut and jackfruit trees, variety of sea food, good options of home cooked food & people with hearts of gold.
#konkan
#konkandiaries
When we were kids our parents took me and my sister out for dinner maybe once in 3 or 4 months. Whenever I was asked what would I like to have, my answer was always what you see in the photo. Cheese Cherry Pineapple. I simply loved it then and I simply love it now.
#memories
Finally watched
#SavarkarFilm
today. Salute to
@RandeepHooda
for brilliantly portraying the character of Shri Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. As rightly said what we know of Savarkar is just Kaala Pani, but Savarkar was more than that. The things about him that were never taught to us
I am disappointed with the
@DoT_India
on the
#HarGharTirangaCampaign
campaign when you dial a number. What if the person is dialling a number in emergency?! The call cannot go through till the ad gets over. Don’t play with people’s lives.
@JM_Scindia
This has to stop! Seriously!
The best part of
@RajThackeray
speech when asked why were there big screens put on the stage behind him. His answer ‘जाऊ नका, सभा झाली की पठाण दाखवणारेत!’ 😂😂😂
Amazing orator, he has the skills to captivate and engage the audience but he needs votes!
#rajthackerayspeech
Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and the Indian Flag outside of the Mumbai Airport. A proud moment for every Indian who steps on the Indian soil.
#Mumbai
#Airport
Sunday Ritual…... Original plan was to visit the century old Vaidya Upahaar Gruha but for unknown reasons it was closed. Ended up going to Vateshwar Bhuvan another half decade old place at Timber Market. Less Spicy misal and Gol bhaji knocked down with Taak(buttermilk).
#misal
If your building watchman is late in opening the gate don't just keep on honking, instead use the same hand to open the gate and get your a$$ in!
#arrogance
#payinghimsalary
#itshisjob
पुणेकरांची चैनीची परिभाषा बऱ्याच गोष्टींमधून दिसते, मग ती मटार उसळ किंवा शिकरण असो वडा पाव व मिसळ असो. पण एक गोष्ट जी अगदी पुणेकरांचा जवळची म्हणजे ‘पॅटीस’. कुठल्या बेकरीचे पॅटीस चांगले ही चर्चा पॅटीस खाताना होते, ‘पूर्वी असे नव्हते’ हे वाक्य म्हणायला वयाची अट नाही! #पुलदेशपांडे
As the sun sets the mandir shines in a different light. The Datta Mandir of Ladghar dates back to 1880-1890. Located on the hill top one has to descend stairs to reach the seashore. Nestled in serene surroundings this one is not to be missed.
#Konkan
#maharashtra
#temple
A wandering mind leads me to this place again and again. How I wish I was here. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city spending my time in a sleepy Konkan village. Seen here are the steps leading to the KeshavRaj Temple, Village:Asud Taluka: Dapoli
#beautifulkokan
#wanderer
Thanks to the callousness of citizens of
#Pune
this is an everyday scene on FC Rd. This guy is Sandeep from
@PMCPune
who religiously goes about doing his job. Can we as citizens think on what would be going on in his mind, he does the same job everyday sweeping the roads that 1/n
Some of the best memories in your life are with your friends. Vaidya Upahar Gruha is a 110yr old iconic eatery located in the heart of the city. The speciality is misal and the rassa made of green chillies coriander onions and served with bread slice, not pav.
#pune
#punediaries
My debut film for which I’m still to get paid. Don’t go by the sub titles, my mood was nowhere close to that. I was pissed off at the autorickshaw because he suddenly took an U-turn after dropping Mukta Barve. One Barve made it big, the other is selling cycles!
#mumbaipunemumbai
Last Night travelled from Kalyani Nagar to Nal Stop on the Pune Metro. ₹22.5 for 23 mins. Not crowded, but hardly any empty seats. Good to see people using it and have accepted it as their mode of transport. Saw a few cyclists too. Kudos to
@metrorailpune
#Pune
#lifeinametro
An idea invented in Mumbai by Amarjit Sing Tibb in 1969, the ‘Tibbs Frankie has come a long way! During my recent trip to Mumbai Airport I got a chance to have it again after nearly 35 years! The one at Shivaji Park, Mumbai was where I had it first.
#tibbsfrankie
#nostalgia
Thank You to
@CleanCityPune
and
@adarpoonawalla
for all your efforts in keeping the city clean. Appreciate the dedication of your staff who work tirelessly ensuring a clean environment. Everyday the garbage is collected and every Monday the containers get a wash
#Pune
@SmartPune
दीप अमावास्या/दिव्यांची अवस - Every year my Aai celebrates this day which is the last day before the start of the auspicious month of Shravan. An auspicious day she celebrates it by inviting her friends. Today two of my close friends from Twitter joined us.
#deepamavasya
Parents today are afraid to hit their kids. When I was a kid my Aai used to have a weekly practice of fine tuning her skills. Top, Left and Right... Free hit!
#hitme
Such displays along the path or outside of a temple are seen nearly everywhere in the Konkan belt. These display outside of homes are products which are locally manufactured. But the best part is these homes serve lip smacking Maharashtrian breakfast dishes.
#konkan
#keshavraj
How many of you have used a Kinetic Honda for commute. I did during my college days. A popular brand of a 2 stroke gear less scooter available back then. It was simply the best! Thanks to
@SulajjaFirodia
and her father for introducing this in the Indian market.
#memories
#scooter
You cannot be at Datta Snacks on the Mumbai- Pune Expressway every day. When you feel like having ‘Kothimbir Vadi’ there are options close by. This is at the IMDR Canteen, excellent taste and perfectly crisp. You should try it out.
#mahastriansnack
#kothimbirvadi
गणपती ची मूर्ती ही मला सरळ आणि साधी आवडते! त्याचाकडे बघितलं की प्रसन्न वाटलं पाहिजे. उगाच क्रिकेट खेळताना, पेपर वाचताना वगैरे असली की त्या मूर्तीतली प्रसन्नता, त्याचा डोळ्यातलं तेज दिसत नाही! #गणेश_चतुर्थी
This is not a complaint against
@PMCPune
sweepers but an appreciation tweet. Every day they sweep clean FC Rd which you can see is full of trash thanks to the shops & their customers. Civic sense has gone for a toss, high time something is done!
@SidShirole
@sumitakale
#Pune
One has to simply believe what they are seeing here. Old timers from this area will understand the gravity. I remember it was the same when the lockdown was declared, but this is pure magic. Friends this is Law College Road today evening as what it was in late 80’s.
#Pune
#Pune4
जाम हे फळ समुद्रसपाटीवर असलेल्या भागांमध्ये मिळतं. लहानपणी गावाला म्हणजे बोईसर/तारापूर ला ट्रेन नी जाताना हे फळ साधारण वसई/विरार गेलं की विकणारे दिसायचे. पाण्याचे प्रमाण जास्त असल्यामुळे उन्हाळ्यात खायला मज्जा यायची. आज सकाळी भाव विचारला, ऐकून तोंडाला पाणी सुटण्याऐवजी फेस आला!
The climb to Keshavraj Temple, Asud. I have never got tired of climbing these, my overall love for Konkan makes it more easy. The serenity at the top and the delicious Maharashtrian breakfast at the foothills makes it a worthy adventure.
#konkan
#konkandiaries
#aboutlastweekend
The Queen turns 92 years and enters into one more year of service. What a journey it has been till date. Numerous trips in holidays to Mumbai as a kid or later to the automobile market when in business it has given me joy! Long live The Queen!
#DeccanQueen
#train
I honestly feel that till date
@mohol_murlidhar
has been the Best Mayor
#Pune
could have ever got! Nothing against the previous ones, but the way he and his whole team is handling the Covid situation is worth mentioning. Many thanks and much respect Sir! Keep up the good work!🙏🏼
Many eateries in the Konkan belt will be still without any fancy layout. You will still see tables or chairs or even the water jugs and water tumblers with a specific design. Pictured here is Hotel Samadhan in Harne-Murud which is a 3rd generation eatery.
#konkan
#konkandiaries
The thrill was about voting and not being stopped from entering a Women’s College. I voted, I did my duty.
#Pune
how about you? The one finger is my Vote and the four fingers are for
#AbkiBaar400Paar
Streamline conduct of the whole process
@ECISVEEP
Kudos to
@PuneCityPolice
The Roopali Thali!!! It has always been every morning at Roopali with the gang for Tea Or Coffee… Roopali also has an excellent Thali which also has its loyal customers. It has been years….
P.S. The butter milk (ताक) is not included.
@only4roma
#Pune
#Lunch
#Thali
For a #पुलदेशपांडे fan what can be a better gift than this! Months with characters that are woven in the minds of readers is the best one could think of. #पुलदेशपांडे had this skill of making the reader live his characters. Thank You
@anon_mama
for this! I am happy & overjoyed:)
A Gujarati speaking couple with their kid visited the store today. After selecting a cycle the discussion went into price negotiations. Hearing out our offer the couple started discussing in Gujarati. Unfortunately they didn’t knew that I know the language…
#knowyourlanguage
Long Thread 🧵
The Deccan Queen has lost her charm. Unhappy saying this because at one point of time The Deccan Queen was considered a majestic train. It got added with the ‘Express’ tag and her importance was lost. Never on time, it just departs on time. 1/n
These days before stepping out of their houses, Punekars check what
@vineet_tropmet
has forecasted for the day. For all of us he has been a blessing in disguise. His accurate predictions have helped people literally plan their day in advance. Hats off to his dedication! Thank You
The Gulmohars of Fergusson create a canopy of vibrant hues all over the campus. The fiery red flowers add a flamboyance to the surroundings. The beauty of this tree can be seen anytime during the day.
#Pune
#fergussoncollege
#trees
#gulmohar
#morningwalk
She did not complain on the hard work, but was happy to play a small part in the common man’s belief. A normal day for a street vendor.
Photo clicked and posted with permission.
#Pune
#Ganapati
#streetphotography
I don’t blame people losing their patience over
#Pune
Airport closure & subsequent improper handling by the airlines. But one must understand that this Airport is primarily a Defence and a strategic airport. Blame the politicians who have played the ‘New Land’ for airport a joke!
Deccan Queen’s 91st birthday today. A train connecting Mumbai to Pune has been the pride amongst travellers. For many of us who have travelled by DQ have a soft corner for it. Unfortunately as it’s done there’ll be no celebrations today.
#DeccanQueen
@PiyushGoyal
#IndianRailways
Mumbai kids do you remember this?! Johnny Sokko and his flying robot, The Giant Robot.
@DDNational
Mumbai had an additional channel called as ‘Channel 2 or II Channel’ which had programmes in the evening every day. This Japanese serial was a hit with the kids.
#mumbaidoordarshan
Every temple in Konkan has a गुरव (Gurav) who manages the daily activities in the temple. Datta Mandir of Ladghar also has one who cleans the premises, does odd jobs and also distributes ‘Prasad’. Here he is busy with his daily routine.
#konkan
#konkandiaries
#roadtrip
#holidays
Dinner tonight! Mini medu vadas with sambar. Helped Aai in making the sambar and frying the vadas. Being at home sometimes gets the best out of you!
#homesweethome
#dinner
#mothersonbond
An appreciation tweet for all the
#Doctors
#Nurses
and staff at hospitals.
For the last 15 days i am on a hospital duty attending a relative and I have closely seen how these people work, Doctors are class apart, but nurses and others deserve a special
#Respect
🙏🏼
#hospital
One of the most iconic buildings of
#Pune
…30 years back travelling beyond NCL to Pashan Lake was “एवढ लांब जाताय?!” That’s how Pune was. Beyond the Pune University Circle it was all about narrow roads and darkness. And now….times have changed!
#change
#memories
#Pashan
My Aai all these years has been doing this ‘Divyanchi Awas’ ritual. The last and this year she couldn’t invite people because of the restrictions, but her enthusiasm was the same.
#deepamavasya
A typical Sunday morning on Prabhat Road. Gone are the bungalow’s, a trademark of the area now replaced with high rise buildings. Change is inevitable!
#Pune
#bungalows
#highrise
#change
पुणे ४ आणि इतर भागातून रूपालीत येणाऱ्या लोकांना कदाचित माहित नसेल की हॉटेल रुपालीचा मागचा बाजूला एक छोटासं गणपती मंदिर आहे, तिथे आजची गणेश जन्माची पूजा…
गणेश जयंतीच्या शुभेच्छा!🙏🏼
#Pune
#गणेशजन्म #गणेशजयंती