Bobby flew from Delhi to TRV via Mumbai via Indigo and we have to say that this was a very enjoyable flight with great service … so well done to Rakesh Gangwal (CEO) for such a young and dynamic airline. Upon arrival we headed straight for the taxi booth and got a surprised look when
Read MoreWe always knew that the Walkmobile would have to travel 3,500kms from Delhi to Kanyakumari without us. For Bobby to spend the four days the trip would take would be too exhausting for him at the start of his epic walk. Following delays with the printing of her new graphics, the Walkmobile was pressed for
Read MoreAfter much planning, the humble Bobby’s Walk bus was transformed with a vinyl wrap of graphics courtesy of Saksham (www.sakshamseva.org). The message is clear for all to see … Bobby is walking for charity and this is his transport. Bobby will occupy a bedroom at the back of the bus overnight with sofa beds for
Read MoreFollowing an emotional goodbye at Heathrow with friends, family on October 17th, we’re happy to announce that Bobby and Walk Manager, Rajan landed safely in Delhi. Since arriving, it’s been a whirlwind of interviews, meetings and organising the final details in preparation for Launch Day on October 25th. A lot of those meetings centred around the India based
Read MoreFollowing yesterday’s announcement that James Watt and Reshmin Chowdhury will be hosting Bobby’s Black Tie, we have more news for you – hot off the press! The toastmaster for the evening will be former President of the prestigious Society of London Toastmasters, Richard Birtchnell. During the champagne reception, guests will be treated to the soothing
Read MoreIf you haven’t got your tickets for Bobby’s Black Tie event on Saturday 10th October yet, time is running out! This exclusive event will be the final fundraiser before 80-year-old Bobby flies out to India to begin his epic 2,600 mile journey, on October 25th. There will be fantastic food, drink and entertainment, plus a silent
Read MoreDear Supporters It was the India Association Vaisakhi Dinner & Dance fundraiser for Bobby’s Walk Full Circle, on Saturday 26th April, at the glorious Riverside Venue in Cranford. The room was decorated beautifully, (as were the guests) and I was touched and humbled to see so many family members, friends and loyal India Association supporters
Read MoreOn Saturday 26th April, the India Association held our annual Vaisakhi Dinner & Dance fundraiser, at the Riverside Venue in Cranford. Each year the event raises money for a different charitable cause, but this year, we were raising funds for a charity walk being carried out by our very own India Association Chairman Bobby Grewal.
Read MoreA huge thank you from everyone at the India Association, to the England and Wales Cricket Board for donating a signed cricket bat for the auction at our Black Tie event, in November. It is an extremely generous prize. The bat is signed by the England team (from the India v England Winter Test Series
Read MoreThe India Association are currently planning their most ambitious fundraising event to date. ‘Bobby’s Walk Full Circle’ will see 80-year old India Association Chairman, Bobby Grewal complete a 2,600 mile trek across India, with the aim of raising £1,500,000 for deserving children’s charities, in the UK and abroad. Bobby will say goodbye to his family in
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