In the year 2001, on the first of January, we stepped into our newly constructed house. During that tender age, I could only gasp at the freshly painted walls and ceilings thinking what if it comes crashing down. Though those were simply innocent thoughts, Ultra Tech cement is the main reason as to why our house is still concrete and intact. Aditya Birla Group has been a silent companion in every section of my life. Freshwrapp by Hindalco has been my guardian angel whom my mother could trust regularly while sending me to school. Gradually, came into light the IDEA network with the brilliant advertising strategy. Its lower rate plans convinced me into having this as the mobile network in my first ever Nokia phone. Then comes the next phase when I moved to a different city to start my college life. This was when I have felt the need for wearing party dresses. As suggested by my friend, I went for the brand Forever 21 which did not prompt me into changing brands till now. This remains my personal favorite and first pick for parties. Years passed and I got an admission into the most coveted IIM Trichy. Now again comes the dilemma for choosing formal and casual wear. And once again, Aditya Birla Group with its Most Trusted Apparel Retail came as a savior to me with the brand Pantaloons. ABG truly has always been a part and parcel of my life providing me guidance as a shadow in every step.
Stop Fearing the Fear Itself - Asmita Chakraborty #IIM Trichy
26th October 2013 has been an unforgettable day in my life. I was out there playing with my friends on the beach when suddenly a tide comes and throws us hither thither. Although all of us have survived, it has left an imprint in my life. At this point, I would introduce myself as a person who has already learned swimming from a young age. But after the incident, I could not let myself step into the water. The sport which was my hobby became a nightmare for me in a minute. The fear caught complete hold of me. I could not share this with my family as they might get upset. In the year 2015, I was out there enjoying with my family on some beach, making sure I did not get into the water. A very similar incident happened in front of our eyes where a family of four was washed away with sudden waves. Dark memories came haunting me again and I started panicking. Seeing my plight, my mother understood something was wrong and finally I confessed about being in a similar situation two years ago. After which, my family has become my support pillar and helped me overcome this fear of mine. Those words of encouragement and support were what I needed to get out of the trauma. My father started accompanying me again to my swimming sessions during vacations to help me start afresh. It took me time to become confident but ultimately it has happened. I could again experience those wonderful times when I used to love splashing around as a kid. And here I am still enjoying the sport which is also my passion.