Raymond Rozario

Communications professional.
History and culture nerd.
Kolkata 》Mumbai 》Bangalore

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@HarshitPai @_KarenHao Tempted to pick up 🤔

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Modernisation is the only way to ensure the survival of Kolkata’s iconic Trams. Urgent appeal to the WB Govt. to collaborate with @AlstomIndia and @titagarhgroup for manufacturing new-generation AC trams with smooth, noiseless rides and world-class commuter comfort.

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@amitranjan @ShivkumarDhale Believe its their internal team.

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United Bank of Ind
Allahabad Bank
SAIL
Tea Board of Ind
State Bank of Ind
Damodar Valley Corp
ICAI
Coal India Ltd
National Insurance

If Modi/central govt is keen to see Bengal grow, can @Sanju_Verma_ defend th above?

Is there anyone to ask her publicly?

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. @Sanju_Verma_ ranting out a list of funds from Modi to Bengal. Can she answer why the following institutions have been moved out of Kolkata or their key depts moved out?
Will @AITCofficial spok ask? Will journos ask?
...

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@_CTUA_ @LiveLawIndia @lifeindia2016 @bahardutt @PIBKolkata @SUMNetIndia @ADB_HQ @ut_MoHUA @transport_urban @nytimes @citizenmatters @DILIPtheCHERIAN What was the outcome of today's hearing?

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@ANI @smitaprakash ... is what they said about lpg

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@MohunBaganiSD @KolkataPlus @AAI_Official It's really doesn't matter what the state wants. Its a central decision wrt AAI.
They've done it elsewhere and no reason it's not possible in cal

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@aneeshkarwande @ShivamVahia @RichaChadha Do you mean seeds have been planted >_>

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@MFuturewala @milinddeora sir. Just because you're on the other side doesn't mean you stop thinking about the basics.

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@bainjal @Dev_Fadnavis designer was allergic to greenry (of any kind).

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@milinddeora @Dev_Fadnavis @mieknathshinde @Shivsenaofc @DrSEShinde who's going to ride here?
fitness enthus, regular commuters, influencers? who really?
with ZERO greenery, this will become an oven in the summer. just a photo op spot imho

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@ShivamVahia @RichaChadha the point isn't about where one can plant a tree. greenery simply hasn't been factored into the design.
i'll wait to see milind milins riding a bike there with regular riders in the heat and humidity of mumbai summer.

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Mudar Patherya and the Quiet Revolution in Kolkata’s Urban Soul

Mudar Patherya is not a politician, planner, or preservationist by profession, yet his work is quietly reshaping Kolkata’s relationship with its own history. Through a citizen-led illumination movement, he has turned forgotten buildings into glowing landmarks, blending heritage revival with civic pride.

Patherya’s initiative, often referred to as The Kolkata Restorers or Calcutta Illumination Project, focuses on:

🌆Illuminating heritage buildings - Over 60 structures lit up.

⛲Restoring colonial gravestones and water bodies - Breathing life into neglected corners of the city

💈Decorating electricity boxes - Turning mundane infrastructure into neighborhood storytelling devices

💰Crowdfunding - Mobilizing citizens through digital platforms to fund and execute restorations

His work is not just aesthetic, it’s symbolic. By lighting up buildings like Raj Bhavan, old clock towers, synagogues, and markets, he’s making history visible after sunset.

Patherya’s impact goes beyond beautification:

Civic engagement - Residents now see heritage as a shared responsibility, not just a government task.

Night-time identity - Kolkata’s post-sunset skyline now tells stories, not just shows silhouettes.

Neighborhood pride - Local communities feel connected to their surroundings through personalized restoration efforts.

Tourism and memory - Illuminated sites attract visitors and rekindle nostalgia among locals.

Patherya’s work represents a deeper shift in how cities can be loved:

Not through grand plans, but small gestures

Not through nostalgia, but active memory-making

Not through authority, but shared stewardship

His illumination project is a metaphor: in a city often overwhelmed by its own past, he’s showing how light, literal and symbolic, can be a form of healing.

To visualize Mudar Patherya’s impact on Kolkata’s heritage, here’s a timeline of illuminated sites that showcase how his citizen-led initiative is transforming the city’s nightscape:

2023: The Spark

Maniktala Market Dome - The first dome lit up by Patherya and his group, marking the birth of the Kolkata Restorers movement.

2024: Expansion Begins

Raj Bhavan - The Governor’s House glows with golden light, symbolizing civic pride.

St. Paul’s Cathedral - A landmark of colonial architecture now visible after sunset.

New Market Clock Tower - Restored and illuminated, bringing back its historical charm.

2025: Momentum Builds

Queen’s Mansion - A twin-towered colonial structure now bathed in warm light.

Portuguese Church (Cathedral of the Most Holy Rosary) - Burrabazar’s spiritual landmark shines anew.

Ball of Crystal Building - A lesser-known gem now a glowing centerpiece of guided night tours.

Dalhousie BBD Bagh Zone - Multiple colonial facades lit up, including AG Bengal and other commercial buildings.

How This Changes Kolkata
Night-time identity - Kolkata now sparkles like Paris at night, with heritage buildings becoming visual anchors.

Citizen ownership - Residents contribute ₹500–₹1000 to light up their local landmarks, creating emotional investment.

Tourism and storytelling - Guided night tours now include these glowing sites, turning history into experience.

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@MohunBaganiSD @KolkataPlus @AAI_Official It's not hard to connect the dots on why central govt probably doesn't want to privatise ccu maa
Not like there are no potential buyers *wink.
Both states are oppn ruled. Good for some to keep these 2 airports at low quality.
And state ruling parties cannot demand privatisation😌

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Channels @IndiaToday @ndtv @CNNnews18 running dedicated live coverage of the Iran situation.
I wish they would also show such dedication towards issues at home.

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@BombagorerRaja @GoWBTransport @TheBengalIndex I'm sorry, but this looks is absolutely low quality. Why no platforms? no bays? looks like a makeshift structure.

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@chiragbarjatya i learnt so much from the comment thread xD

i am considering a nespresso, and this was helpful. thanks to all.

also, are the nespresso machines available on amazon servicable by nespresso india?

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@GeopolitikDaga @tathagata2 @grok context pl

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@KolkataIndex @kmc_kolkata @FirhadHakim this is free inspiration. I hope you want to take.