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Venue: Hyatt Regency, Dubai | Date: 06 May 2025 : The India-UAE Progressive Summit 2025, in proud collaboration with the Golden Achiever International Awards, unfolded as a majestic celebration of leadership, innovation, and cultural unity. Hosted at the esteemed Hyatt Regency, Dubai, the event was flawlessly organized by the Mann Ki Udaan Foundation, under the visionary guidance of President & Founder Adv. Chanchal Gupta and Patron Dr. Vijay Kishore Bansal—a respected businessman and social activist.
Theme: “Two Nations, One Vision for Progress”
This vibrant summit united global dignitaries, trailblazing entrepreneurs, cultural ambassadors, and digital influencers—all driven by a shared vision for international harmony and sustainable progress.
Star Presence & Cultural Diplomacy
Bollywood actor Arbaaz Khan added a touch of cinematic charm, emphasizing the power of arts in fostering global dialogue and cultural exchange.
Esteemed Guests of Honour.
The evening was graced by a constellation of influential personalities, including:
- Dr. Munir – CEO, Al Maktoum Holding, Office of HH Sheikh Abdul Hakim Al Maktoum Group Holdings FZC
- H.E. Laila Rahhal El Atfani – Goodwill Ambassador & President, Business Gate
- H.E. Yaqoob Al Ali – Executive Chairman, Al Ali Group
- Dr. Bu Abdullah – Eminent Emirati Entrepreneur
- Dr. & Prof. Karthik Ramesh – Great-Grandson of the Founder Director of BITS Pilani, Chief Transformation & Innovation Officer at Univest Business Machines, Abu Dhabi, Founder & CEO of Sentinel AI ML Labs, Co-Founder of Eminus E Global (Australia), Professor (WILP) at BITS Pilani, Executive Fellow at Woxsen University
- Dr. Saleh Jumah Mohammed Balhaj Al-Marashdeh – Business Consultant
- Hanif Shaikh – Founder & Chairman, Emirates Holding Groups
- Mr. R. Khaja Abdul Mutalib (Imran) – Managing Partner, Apex Auditing
- Mr. Abdalla Al Jaffali – Emirati Actor
- Ahmed Muhammad Saleh – Dubai Police
- HALICONIC – Influencer & Media Presenter
- Dr. Vishwanath Hiremath – Chairman, Dr. Hiremath Global Enterprises
- Sai Hridayam – Social Impact Non-Profit Organization
Influencer Impact
Global digital influencers amplified the summit’s reach, including:
- Zam Zam Electronics (Abdul Ghafoor & Muhammad Shakoor) – 76M+ YouTube subscribers
- 𝐀𝐲𝐝𝐚𝐬 – International Performing Artist
- Faisal Khan – Afghan Influencer
- Hamad Albriki – Emirati Content Creator
- Duolikun Saimure, Dayana Solano, Катя Нгуен, Mr. Bilal, Mahesh Agarwal – Global Content Creators & Entrepreneurs
Indian Delegation: Voices of Progress
Representing India with excellence were key members of the Mann Ki Udaan Foundation:
- Kavita Rajwani
- Adv. Hrithik Varshney
- Milli Arora
- Dr. Monika Anand
- Seema Dwivedi
- Neeraj Gupta (BJP Leader)
- Vimal Agarwal (Big Pages)
- Ankita Jain
- Pavan Sisodia
Golden Achiever International Awards 2025
Honouring Icons of Impact & Excellence
The Golden Achiever International Awards 2025 celebrated individuals and organizations transforming industries and communities:
- Mr. Manish Agarwal – MD, Raavi Event Pvt. Ltd.
- Ram Ratan Group – Vijay Chaudhrey, Avantika & Khushi – Dynamic Business Leadership & Global Excellence
- Anshul Jain (Golden Divine) – Spiritual Wellness & Holistic Development
- J.D. Maheswari (SKM) – Outdoor Hospitality Partner
- Yaduraj Goyal (Mana Caterers) – Excellence in Culinary Services & Premium Hospitality
- Ajay Agarwal (B.N. Group) – Entrepreneurial Excellence in Trade & Commerce
- Dinesh Rathore (Mahesh Edible Oils) – Leadership in the Food Processing Industry
- Ankit Agarwal – Innovation in Footwear Manufacturing
- Mayank Agarwal (Allen Aid’s) – Contributions to Education & Student Support
- Nitin Goyal (Munshi Panna Masala) – Excellence in FMCG & Brand Heritage
- Dr. Preeti Sharma – Women’s Empowerment & Global Representation (Mrs. Universe Charisma 2019)
- Amjad Khan – Royal Arab event
- Muskaan – Royal Arab Event
- Subina – Creative Excellence in Beauty & Styling
- Mr. Usman (Tunday Kababi) – Culinary Legacy in Indian Fine Dining
- Mrs. Mehreen (Shiraz Restaurant) – Authentic Irani Cuisine & Hospitality
- Mr. Dhaval Waghela Emper performs – Gifting Partner
- Mr. Naveen (Eternal Wellness Yoga Center) – Holistic Health & Wellness Advocacy
- Mr. Sajjad Hussein – Excellence in Real Estate Consultation
- Dr. Alma Chopra – Motivational Speaker & Life Coach
- Vimal Goyal – Chairman, V G Craft International Ltd – Excellence in FMCG Sector
- Sohail Zaman
- Anuradha Viswanath – Model
- Dr. Arvind Pandey
- Dr. Beewala, Aman & Manav Medav – Emerging Leadership & Entrepreneurial Spirit
- Er. Zahid Khan – Engineering Excellence & Innovation
Music, Fashion & Celebration: A Night to Remember
The evening pulsed with live music performances, blending soulful melodies with energetic rhythms. A captivating fashion show followed, showcasing stunning Indo-Western couture and traditional designs by leading designers. Models elegantly carried the spirit of global culture and creative unity on the runway. The India-UAE Progressive Summit 2025 was more than an event—it was a celebration of global partnership, cultural pride, and transformational leadership.
